It was manicure morning at the office today. We got to get our digits primped, primed, and polished in the latest and greatest Essie colors. (Clearly, Nicole knows how to keep us motivated!... Usually it's wine, but this was equally exciting surprise!) Since spring has sprung ...read more
T'is the season to be totally festive. I've always loved nail art and firmly believe that even adding a little bit of an accent completely ups your outfit. The problems with nail art is that it's expensive and/or time consuming. (My favorite nail place charges $68 for a designer ...read more
Summer is here and it's time to show some skin. I think summer nails can be a great accessory, and to get the best summer nails. I've got a few tricks and favorites. Best Summer Nails Tips First, I try to give my nails a rest. During the winter, I'm likely to leave my toes ...read more
Mother's Day is right around the corner. Don't panic. If you have't put together a gift yet, all you need to do is swing by your local CVS to pick up a few goodies and put them together to create this cute Mani Pedi gift set for mom. Most of the moms I know could use a day at ...read more
Is it really time to start planning for Valentine's Day, you ask? Why yes, it is. But have no fear! We have an adorable idea that is a perfect fit for all the ladies in your life. Last year, we showed you how to spruce up your envelopes and love notes. This year we've included ...read more
Winter can be rough on your nails. Give them a treat with Orly BB Creme for nails. Now that the cold weather has arrived, I'm loving the natural look. This all-in-one topical cosmetic treatment helps to smooth, moisturize and brighten natural nails. The end product is a sheer ...read more
Like mother like daughter(s). Who doesn't love a bit of pampering! When it comes to salons and spas, the hot spot for kids is New York City’s Milk & Cookies Kids Salon & Spa, the newest kid on the beauty block! The salon is a collaboration of hip cousins, Jataon and Teychenne ...read more
We're testing out Impress Nails. A manicure solution for busy women. Two of our team members (your's truly and Mandy in the video below) tested and LOVED these nails. For me it was a pressure-testing situation. I had a business trip planned and no time for a manicure. I packed ...read more
Spring is here! Layers are coming off and toes might even be peeking out of sandals soon. Gone are the heavy colors and feet hidden in boots. For me, that means it's mani/pedi season. I wreck my hands most of the winter (ski season is not kind to nails) and my toes hide out in ...read more
Create a cool manicure for any season with our easy DIY nail art tutorial. Custom manicures are so trendy, here's an idea to try at home. It's perfect for a tween or teen sleepover or spa party. Momtrends' channel is all about providing fashion and style inspiration to moms. ...read more
I’m a big fan of the “no-makeup” makeup look—dewy skin, neutral hues, subtle bronzer, lots of mascara, and a high-shine, colorless gloss. That’s my go-to. But a few times a year, I feel the need to break out the bubblegum blush or try a hot-pink lip—just for kicks. And ...read more
You may have heard of Julep for their nail polishes or their smart Julep Plié Wand™ wand that makes painting your nails so much simpler. But this brand that started as a collection of nail salons in 2007 has expanded into a complete beauty brand launching over 300 innovative ...read more
Most of the moms I work with could use a little pampering. They are doing a million things and given their best for all of them. Back in the day (that would be the pre-kids day) we would meet for drinks or a manicure OR BOTH and catch up on life. Things got more complicated. ...read more
Summer fashion is so easy: Dress, sandals, GO! Is there anything better than a floral dress in a bright color to embrace this time of year? I think not. This French Connection dress packs a LOT punch. It's got bold color and a fun swishy cut. I saw it at an event for ...read more
Just in time for the summer vacation season, Embassy Suites Hotels, Hilton Worldwide’s upper-upscale, all-suites hotel chain, is teaming up with celebrity mom Brooke Burke-Charvet to help parents and kids see eye-to-eye on a number of hot-button topics. To kick things off, ...read more
Looking for a few new polishes this spring? I found these amazing spring nail colors at B-glowing.com . The fresh color palette was inspired but J.Mendel and DVF's runway collections. The polish is very luxe and vegan--get more cool details in this beauty video: Momtrends' ...read more
This fall, Method is bringing you more delightful ways to clean happy. Momtrends got a sneak peak of the new limited edition scents, as well as new products happening for fall. Guests attending the preview received a Method inspired manicure by Miss Pop Nails, and sipped on ...read more
New York City may be experiencing a crazy heatwave right now, but Momtrends is getting the full scoop for you on some great Holiday Gift items that are just perfect for your friends and relatives. As much as I love the summer months, I know that in just a short time, the holiday ...read more
I love a good fashion challenge. My mission to show a nail look that is "Inspired by the Runway." Since I love all the daytime sequins and of course I adore pops of neon, I put together this fun look for you. Not only do I want to inspire you to experiment with your nails, I ...read more
I love the idea of getting a manicure - some time alone and a fresh pop of color are the perfect combination of a relaxing treat. The problem is the chipping, the peeling and the chapped nails that seem to follow a few days after the mani. Wouldn't it be great to get a long ...read more
Let's talk about some beauty finds for hands and nails. I had dinner over at a friend's house the other day. She has two step-daughters, so I brought my little one. Quite the age difference between them, but we figured there's one thing all girls can agree on regardless of ...read more
