Inspiration & Trends

Nail Tech Spotlight Jessica Lapham
This month, the HONA Nail Tech Spotlight shines on Jessica Lapham. Discover how she built the confidence to charge for nail art, grow a successful nail business and create a recognisable brand.
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August 2026 Inspiration & Trends
Discover the biggest August 2026 nail trends, from Ube Purple nails and maximalist nail art to cat eye nails, hibiscus flowers, playful French tips and the hottest summer nail colours.
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July 2026 Inspiration & Trends
Explore the biggest July nail trends, from pink cat eye and chrome nails to butter yellow, glass pink, cherry nail art, subtle polka dots, peachy shimmer and floral French designs.
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Nail Tech Spotlight Jack Harper
Meet Jack Harper, HONA community member, nail tech and content creator. In this month’s Spotlight, Jack shares his journey into nails, life as a male nail tech, the importance of Pride, and how nai...
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Pride Nails Inspiration and trends
Celebrate Pride Month with colourful nail art inspiration, from rainbow French tips and ombré moments to neon pigments, swirls and bold bright designs.
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From Amalfi Coast lemons and Ibiza cocktails to Greek tile nails and Algarve sunsets, discover the biggest Euro summer nail trends set to dominate Summer 2026.
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June 2026 Inspiration & Trends
Discover June nail trends with fresh summer nail art inspiration, including matcha nails, lemon French tips, water drop designs, summer tortie and soft floral details.
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Nail Tech Spotlight Saima Rafique
Meet Saima Rafique of @waiza_nailstudio, this month’s HONA Community Spotlight. Known for her clean prep, luxury nail finishes and detailed nail art, Saima shares her inspiration, retention tips an...
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Nail tech spotlight Abbi Williams
This month, we’re spotlighting Abbi Williams of @thebeautyboxabbi, a Welsh nail tech whose journey with HONA began after experiencing a severe HEMA allergy. In this inspiring Q&A, Abbi shares h...
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Discover HONA’s May nail trend favourites, from cat eye French tips and lilac hues to fresh florals, buttery yellows and polished pedicure shades.
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