What do burnout pastels, sultry sheers, and ultrabrights all have in common? They're hot polish trends for May, a time when soft Spring shades and Summer's fun colors get together to render some truly lovely combinations. This month, the selection varies from polishes that resemble (very pretty) lizard scales, cupcake sprinkles, red chili peppers, and more. They're a can't-miss crop of colors, so Read more

Nail art may be a hot commodity as of late, but there's another digit-oriented trend that's sweeping the nation: nail polishes inspired by the movies. In 2010, OPI came out with a line of Burlesque-branded lacquers, and the brand has also collaborated with a few other films, such as a Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides and Shrek Forever After. The Twilight franchise also became the Read more

It may be the Year of the Dragon, but if certain celebrities' nail looks ring true, it also appears to be the year of gold. From sparkle to matte, see which stars have struck gold so far in 2012. Read more

Celebrities are always keeping on top of the trends, and it seems like blue nail polish is set to have a moment. Blue is a great shade because it can really set a mood. Depending on its tone and finish, blue can range from playful and bright to sophisticated and alluring. See five different ways to wear the hot color now. Read more

The 2011 Oscars were a classic affair, at least when it came to manicures. Unlike the Grammys nail trends, the look here was simple and timeless — lots of pale pinks, beiges, and the occasional retro red. Read on to see some of the highlights. Read more

Gold prices may be down in the stock market, but in terms of beauty, the yellow metal is faring a whole lot better. Earlier this year, we saw the gold nail polish trend sweeping the nation, and now we're seeing the precious metal pop up in hair accessories from elaborate brooches to simple headbands. Want to strike gold? (Who wouldn't, really?) Get inspired by these five stars' auriferous hair Read more

Sheer clothing and cutouts were a big trend during Spring 2012 Fashion Week, with designers like Marc Jacobs, Emilio Pucci, and Vera Wang showing sexy see-through pieces on the runways. Whether in a slightly sheer tank or blouse or going all out in a see-through maxi dress, some of our fashionable favorites have nailed the sheer trend for work, play, and beyond. We're showing how to make sheer Read more

Since giving birth to Blue Ivy, Beyoncé's been spotted with blue nails, a blue dress, and now, a nameplate necklace paying tribute to her baby girl. Since not every child's name can be translated into a nail polish shade, we can see new moms embracing the necklace trend pretty readily. In fact, in the first public photo of Robert Downey, Jr.'s baby boy, Exton Elias, mom Susan was spotted with a Read more

When it came to daring styles and avant-garde techniques, designers at Australia Spring/Summer 2012-2013 Fashion Week brought it. Not only were bright makeup, hair, and nails just about everywhere, but the real showstoppers proved to be the elaborate headpieces. See how the Aussies compare when it comes to beauty trends for warm-weather times. Read more

This year has already shaped up to be one full of vivid color and experimental shapes. But there have been a lot of natural and classical looks thrown into the mix as well. See the top 10 runway trends that are so hot, they'll carry you way into Summer and Fall. Read more