Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Inspired Nail Art | Watch Me Work
The return of the Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami collection sent me straight back to the early 2000s, when I spent more time wandering South Coast Plaza than I did attending class. Take a look behind the scenes as I recreate some of my favorite elements of the iconic collaboration in this colorful nail art design.
Inky Abstract | Nail Art Tutorial
Inspired by an abstract image I stumbled across on Pinterest, this layered design combines soft color washes, Bleeding Ink, and unexpected tools to create a moody, inky effect with plenty of depth and dimension.
Velvet Nails | Nail Art Tutorial
Not to get all Miranda Priestly on you, but velvet nails for fall never get old. Learn how magnetic gel creates that rich, dimensional velvet effect and pick up a few tips for creating your own.
Moody Marble | Nail Art Tutorial
Remember the cool aunt from Eighties Paradise? Meet her moodier counterpart. This black, charcoal, and gold marble design channels all the drama of a 1980s Wall Street skyscraper lobby.
Celestial Opal | Nail Art Tutorial
Like many of my favorite designs, Celestial Opal builds its depth through layers. Beautiful as a full set across all ten nails or as an accent nail mixed into another manicure, it's versatile, dimensional, and flattering on just about everybody.
Always Amethyst | Nail Art Tutorial
Learn how to create an amethyst-inspired nail art design using layered jelly gels, mica flakes, and delicate hand-painted veining. This versatile stone technique can be adapted to create everything from rose quartz to jade and marble effects.
Toasted Ceramic | Nail Art Tutorial
Inspired by rustic turquoise pottery and finished with touches of gold foil, this ceramic-inspired nail art design combines earthy texture, desert color palettes, and a little artistic flair.
Amber Tortoise | Watch Me Work
Did you ever wonder how tortoise shell nails come together? Follow the process behind this multi-dimensional amber tortoise design and see how intentional layering creates depth, warmth, and dimension.
Blonde Tortoise | Nail Art Tutorial
After nearly a year of experimenting, I finally cracked the code on blonde tortoise shell nails. A closer look at the technique, the products I used, and the surprisingly simple detail that brought the whole design together.