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You know when a toddler learns a new word, they use it incessantly to prove to everyone that they get it/everything? That may be what’s happening with Beyoncé and the concept of surprise. Since the totally unexpected release of her self-titled album last year (you may have heard about it), it seems like her approach […]

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We’ve all been there—sitting at the nail salon, holding up a manicurist because we’re unable to decide between the midnight blue or dark burgundy. Now there’s an answer! Brought to you by ModiFace, Virtual Nail Salon is, well, just that. The app, available for both iOS and Android, allows users to realistically see how shades and nail art will […]

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Correct us if we’re wrong, but Halloween is a beauty lover’s favourite holiday. An excuse to use all your favourite makeup products and nail polishes that are often deemed just a bit too outlandish for day to day? What could be better? From intricate nail art to over-the-top makeup, this is a great time, nay, […]

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Want to own two super-exclusive Sally Hansen shades that won’t be available in stores? Of course you do. Sally Hansen’s Official Colour Ambassador, Madeline Poole has hand-mixed two gorgeous shades (a green and a purple) that three of our Twitter followers will win. Only a handful of the colours are available in Canada so you’ll […]

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See the best celeb nail art » Over the last couple years we’ve seen quite the array of nail art on our fave celebrities. When you’ve tried every adorably named colour that OPI and Essie have to offer, you know it’s to get creative. From expressing your personal feelings (think back to when Katy Perry had then-hubby Russell Brand‘s […]

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Nail art is serious business. Whether you’re a sought-after celebrity nail artist like Kimmie Kyees, or you’re paying top dollar to keep those claws on point at a nail salon, or even consulting DIY videos to create your own looks at home, complex nail art is the style du jour, and the more elaborate the better. If you, […]

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See Kimmie Kyees’ best celebrity manicures » When you get a call to interview the hands that touch Rihanna’s hands, you don’t walk, you RUN to take the first open slot. Actually, first you should run to take the first open slot at your nail salon so you don’t show up with embarrassing, busted nails like […]

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Find out what your nail art horoscope is »

We’re totally into the idea of letting our zodiac signs determine our beauty routines. From lipstick horoscopes to choosing a signature fragrance, there’s something we love about leaving it all up to the stars. Perhaps it’s the forever indecisive nature that comes with being surrounded by endless beauty products, but having these decisions made for us by the universe is what lazy (and crazy!) girls live for.

When it comes to experimenting with beauty, while things like bold haircuts and bright liners may not be for the faint of heart, even the shyest of beauty-lovers have no problem playing around with their nails. That’s why this week, we’re exploring nail art horoscopes. Are you a shy and sensitive Cancer? A dark and brooding Scorpio? Or maybe you subscribe to the school of YOLO like only a Leo can. Whatever your sign, we’ve got your nail art horoscope covered.

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With summer in full force it’s safe to say we’ve all resorted to our classic beauty routines to keep our faces looking golden and our lips pouting a perfect shade of pink. The warmer season has always called for neon nails and beachy waves, right? Right…until now. We’ve put together 5 awesome summer beauty updates that are sure to keep you looking fresh (and on trend) day and night. Don’t worry, we kept your favourite colours and ‘dos in mind, but we’ve just stepped them up a notch—or down in some cases.

Summer usually calls for bold and bright nails (hello, neon!). However, on the Spring 2014 runways, neutral shades and pastels were getting just as much buzz in the nail world (like at Altuzarra and Alexander Wang). Trends aside, we all have our own preferences when it comes to manicures, whether we like to keep them neutral or loud and colourful. To help with a little beauty inspiration for this summer (because who doesn’t like more options?), this week we asked our Beauty Panel to share their favourite summer nail looks, from florals to pastels to one of Spring 2014’s hottest trends: metallics.

Challenge 68: How do you do your nails in the summer? See the answers now! »

See Stella McCartney’s Resort 2015 nails here »

Stella McCartney’s Resort 2015 collection had us in awe last week with models strutting in side cut-outs, bold stripes and prints galore. Making sure the models’ nails were in tune with the collection, the British designer collaborated with Sally Hansen’s Global Colour Ambassador, Madeleine Poole who complemented McCartney’s superhero prints with bold graphic-designed nails. “First, could there be a more inspiring pattern for nails? The superhero fabric is full of mini patterns within itself,” said Poole. “I zoomed in on the characters and cropped the interesting curves and color combinations to make an abstract design.” And because we figured you would love to recreate these looks at home as much as we do, we’re giving you the lowdown—an easy 4-step guide to creating your very own superhero nails. Let the fun begin!

It’s hard to resist the urge to cover everything in tinsel this time of year. From glittering outfits to shimmering makeup to every Christmas décor item out there, ’tis the season to shine. But what about your nails? When it comes to manicures, there’s no better way to stand out than with some holiday nail art.

Pulling off an impressive DIY manicure is easy as pumpkin pie thanks to an abundance of festive nail polishes and beauty bloggers who love to document their inventive creations. We’ve scoured the web for some of the best holiday nail art looks for 2013 and come up with quite the list.

May we suggest a chic snowman? Or dressing your nails up like a cozy Christmas sweater? How about a tiny, decorated tree that rivals the best IRL decorations? Whatever you love most about the season, you can paint it on your nails. And whether you’re a nail art newbie or serious pro, these holiday nail art tutorials break each design down with easy-to-follow directions. So what are you waiting for? Scroll down to see the best holiday nail art for 2013 and start painting!