Check out how our featured blogger of the week, Shannon from GBO, is dressing for spring with pops of color and of course, pretty pink nails!!

Did you know that fake nails were actually created by a dentist to help nail biters break their habit? Or that nail “decoration” was first seen in 5000 BC when women began dying their nails with henna? Check out this post for the full history of the manicure & nail polish throughout time.

What’s black, white, teal, and checkered all over? This fabulous look from the Kate Spade Spring 2013 runway, which was so great we were inspired to create a corresponding nail look that anyone can recreate. What do you guys think?

Meet the April Maven colors!!

DKNY’s Fall 2013 runway show really got us loving the color combination of black and taupe. Using this color scheme, and the fun animal inspired prints, we created a designer inspired nail art that even the most novice nail artist can recreate.

Nail art can be intimidating, we get that. Luckily, for all of the artistically challenged people out there, there are some shortcuts to achieving impressive nail art. Check out this easy nail art tutorial, which can be achieved by even the shakiest of hands.

HAIM the band is a group of three sisters, and budding musicians, that are taking the music world by storm. Youngest member, Alana, is a fan of Julep and one of our very own Mavens. Did we mention she is a fabulous nail artist? Check it out.

We are loving how Courtney from GirlAvantGarde built her outfit of the day around her fabulous Julep manicure! Check it out and let us know what you think about her fun & flirty look.

The Prabal for Target collection was full of so many fabulous prints, that we couldn’t resist using them for some nail-art inspiration. Check it out!

Meet the March Maven colors! Tap into your inner child and find time to play with our new chalk inspired hues and Rockstar treatment. Get the full details here http://bit.ly/WOPA4u

Which box will you make a play for this month?

White nail polish can be a tricky look to pull off, however, it can also create the perfect canvas for other fun looks. Check out our DIY: Newspaper Nails and add some flare to your white polish.

What nude polish is best for your skin tone?

This is not the first time we have showcased the work of the talented Nail Art Diary. We love her work! Check out all of her nail art on instagram.

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