Gabbriette for Lampoon Magazine | On Set
Shot throughout downtown Los Angeles, Gabbriette's Lampoon Magazine editorial featured Aprés Gel-X Extensions finished with Bio Sculpture EVO Gel in Betina.
Ocean Melt | Watch Me Work
Can't have the blues when you're beach bound. This ocean-inspired marble manicure was created for a beach wedding and captures everything I love about summer: crashing waves, seafoam, and that magical moment when blooming gel does exactly what you hoped it would.
Teen Vogue New Hollywood Class of 2024 | On Set
A behind-the-scenes look at working as the manicurist for Teen Vogue's New Hollywood Class of 2024 editorial featuring Keith Powers, Ariana Greenblatt, Aida Osman, Christopher Briney, Iñaki Godoy, Maddie Ziegler, and Megan Suri.
Stylist Magazine The Fashion Issue Starring Winnie Harlow | On Set
Winnie Harlow stars in Stylist Magazine's 2023 Fashion Issue, photographed by Jason Kim at the iconic Pink Motel. A Wes Anderson-inspired world of pastel colors, vintage details, and mint green nails.
Luna Blaise for Interview Magazine | On Set
A behind-the-scenes look at my work with Luna Blaise for Interview Magazine. Shot around Hollywood motels and back lots, the editorial paired designer fashion with everyday California grit while keeping the manicure natural and understated.
Teen Vogue x Coach Featuring Iris Apatow | On Set
Problem solving and creative solutions give me a thrill. When the creative team for this Teen Vogue x Coach special issue wanted the iconic Coach "C" incorporated into the nail design, a little outside-the-box thinking, a few pairs of earrings, and some expedited shipping helped bring the look to life.
Meg Stalter for Neutrogena | On Set
The funniest lady in the biz and an absolute pleasure. Check out the chrome cuties I created for Meg Stalter’s latest Neutrogena campaign.
Chaotic Tropical Nail Art | Watch Me Work
I will always prefer getting inspiration from non-nail realted sources; shower curtains, lampshades, art, etc… There’s just something so special about creating something unique that can hopefully inspire other clients and artists to think outside the box.
W Magazine Directors Issue 2023 | On Set
A behind-the-scenes look at working on W Magazine's 2023 Directors Issue featuring the cast of The Fabelmans, photographed by Steven Spielberg in the California desert.
Abstract Lava Lamp | Nail Art Tutorial
While there are definitely more on-the-nose lava lamp manicures out there, I’m more of a fan of a nod-and-wink approach to inspiration. What better way to modernize the lava lamp vibe than to throw in some #aestheticgirl details and a valentine’s adjacent color palette.
ICEGEL Dalmatian Nudie Collection | Review + Swatches
Korean gel is definitely having a moment and rightfully so. I’ve been using ICEGEL since last year and I just love the creative color ways and specialty finishes. This collection features their ultra-popular speckled dalmatian formula but in muted neutral tones.
Dapper French | Nail Art Tutorial
As much as I wish I had a super quick french manicure hack, the truth is, it’s a little different for every nail shape and length. I find, for me, the best way is to sketch out the smile line, fill in and then perfect with a tapered clean up brush.
ICEGEL Flash On / Off Collection | Review + Swatches
When ICEGEL released the first round of Flash On / Off gels I was absolutely smitten. They are a very subtle sparkle in natural light but when you put them under a light or flash they transform into an ultra-reflective finish. The original collection was more on the cool-side, lots of blues, purples, silvers- so I was super psyched to grab the more neutral pink and beige collection.
Double Moss Arte Palette Ring & Primero Brush Set | Product Review
I’ve been following Betina Goldstein for years now- you probably have too. She’s kind of the queen of the gorgeous DIY manicure videos along with a crazy long list of celeb clients. Long before I put down the makeup brush and picked up the nail file, I was following her on insta. She’s got an effortlessly chic aesthetic, perfect hands and her beautiful videos are absolutely swoon-worthy. She’s also as sweet as pie and gives me those classy cool vibes- like, I firmly believe she is somebody who can wear all white, eat tacos and not spill anything and I’m here for it.
Neon Matisse | Nail Art Tutorial
Modern art has always had a place in my heart and, as I was growing up, the walls of my family home. While I’m not necessarily taken by everything Gen-Z is reviving (sweater vests and low rise jeans are a hard pass for me) the renaissance of respect for Henri Matisse’s cut outs is right up my artistic alley.
Autumn Abstract | Nail Art Tutorial
As a full-time salon owner and manicurist, finding time to create content is equal parts chaotic and intentional. Generally speaking, I keep a list of ideas and just kind of chip away in my spare time. However, sometimes ideas come on the fly and you just gotta go with it. This was one of those ideas.
Dark Marble | Nail Art Tutorial
We’re on cruise control straight into Spooky Season. If you’re looking for something Halloween-y that’s not like skulls and blood, this look is for YOU. I love the way the mica flakes pop through the jelly black, creating an oil-slick rainbow when the light hit’s it just right.
Mocha Swirl | Nail Art Tutorial
The verdict is in, we’re all crazy for browns this season. All shades, all opacities- so long as it’s somewhere on the mocha spectrum.
Natural Accent | Nail Art Tutorial
Do you ever have a nail art concept that you just can’t wrap your head around? Welp, that was me with chrome accents. Thankfully, when chatting with Marissa (one of the artists at Vacation Nail Collective) and she gave me the tip of a lifetime (I’ll share below). Instead of a matte top coat, you need to buff the surface of the nail. MIND BLOWN. All these months I was trying to use matte top coat to try to sequester the chrome zone and it was driving me full bonkers.
Pumpkin Spice Leopard | Nail Art Tutorial
It’s halloween time, y’all! Are you ready to make some magic with a fun spooky-color-themed leopard DIY? Sweet! Me too!