Walk-ins are welcome at Susan’s, the “brightly lit box” of a nail salon that’s the setting for “Pick a Color,” Souvankham Thammavongsa’s slender, superb debut novel. And when business is sluggish, the ...

This earth tone is a versatile nail color for January, with a gray base and an icy blue tone. “This shade mimics the overcast ...

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A particularly rich shade is heading up the nail trends for winter. It’s not new, nor totally unexpected, but it’s an underrated classic. Here’s why dark red is poised to be the best winter manicure ...

If you always feel indecisive when choosing a nail polish color, then you’re going to love the half and half nail art trend that’s taking over TikTok. With 202 million views, people are clearly into ...

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In her debut novel, "Pick a Color," Souvankham Thammavongsa details the day in the life of both a nail salon and its owner. NPR's Scott Simon talks with her about it. Ning is the manager of what she ...

Vision boards have long been used as a manifestation tool, helping people visualize and work toward their goals. But what if your nails could do the same thing? While it might not seem like an obvious ...

Ning is the manager of a nail salon where all of the workers wear a nametag with the same name – Susan. Pick A Color takes place over a single day at the salon and it’s the first novel by Souvankham ...

Discover the key differences between shellac and gel manicures to find your perfect nail enhancement. Learn about durability, the application process, and how each affects your natural nails. Shellac ...