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About NailStyleGuide
Founder and editor
Hi, I’m Deanna W. Verdin. I help you find nails you love.
NailStyleGuide is where I share nail ideas, seasonal looks, honest product picks and simple guides. Every post is planned, reviewed and edited by me before it goes live.
Deanna W. Verdin
Founder, NailStyleGuide
120+
nail idea posts and guides published
7
free nail tools built for readers
100%
of posts reviewed and edited by me
Free
to read, no sign-up needed
Picking shades for the next color guide.
My story
Why I started NailStyleGuide
I have loved nails for as long as I can remember. Before every salon visit, I used to screenshot a dozen nail photos, then lose track of which one I actually wanted.
I also kept hearing the same questions from friends. Which color suits my skin tone? Will this shape make my fingers look longer? Is gel worth the money? The answers online were often thin, copied, or trying to sell something.
So I built the place I wanted: nail ideas organized by shape, finish and season, with clear answers and looks you can actually book or do at home.
Today I plan and review every post myself. I collect the best work from nail artists and creators, explain what makes each look work, and build free tools that give you answers for your own hands.
What you’ll find here
Everything you need for your next set
Browse ideas, learn the basics, or get answers made for your hands.
Nail ideas
Big idea lists like olive green, cashmere taupe and more, with notes on who each look suits.
Seasonal nails
Fall, winter, Halloween and monthly looks, posted ahead of time so you can plan.
Guides
Plain-English guides like the Nail Color Guide, Nail Shapes Guide and 27 Types of Nail Polish.
Free nail tools
Color Matcher, Shape Finder, Press-On Size Finder and 4 more. Free, no sign-up.
How I create content
What happens before a post goes live
I want you to know exactly how this site works. Every idea list and guide goes through these six steps.
Spot the trend
I watch salon menus, Pinterest searches and your questions to see which looks people want right now.
Find the best work
I go through hundreds of designs from nail artists, creators and salons. Only clean, wearable looks make the list.
Credit every creator
Featured designs belong to the artists who made them. Each one is credited and linked back to its creator.
Draft with AI help
Some articles start with an AI-assisted draft to organize ideas faster. A draft is only a starting point, never the final post.
Review by hand
I read every line, check facts against trusted sources, rewrite tips in my own words and cut anything that isn’t useful.
Keep it fresh
I revisit older posts, fix mistakes and add new looks. Each post shows the date it was last updated.
My promise to you
Honest picks and clear rules
How I choose products
- Product picks are based on creator reviews, brand details, reader feedback and my own use when I can.
- I say clearly when I haven’t tried a product myself, and I share the downsides too.
- Brands cannot pay to change what I say about their products.
Some links are Amazon affiliate links. If you buy, I may earn a small fee at no extra cost to you. Read my Affiliate Disclosure.
How I keep content accurate
- Nail health and safety tips follow advice from trusted sources like dermatologists and product makers.
- I always credit the original nail artist when I feature their work.
- Spot a mistake? Email me and I’ll fix it quickly.
I’m not a doctor. For nail pain, infection or lasting changes, please see a dermatologist.
Quick answers
Questions readers ask me
Who writes NailStyleGuide?
I’m Deanna W. Verdin, the founder. Some drafts start with AI help, but I review, fact-check and edit every post by hand before it goes live.
Are the nail designs on this site yours?
Many are not. I feature work from nail artists, creators and salons, and each design is credited to the person who made it. If a design is yours and you want the credit changed or the photo removed, email me and I’ll fix it fast.
Do you accept sponsored posts?
Any sponsored post will be clearly labeled at the top. Brands cannot pay to change my opinion of their products.
Can I share my nail art on your site?
Yes, I love featuring artists. Email me a photo and your Pinterest or Instagram name, and I’ll credit you if I use it.
How can I work with you?
For brand work, questions or corrections, email contact@nailstyleguide.com. I read every message.
Let’s talk nails
Get in touch
Questions, ideas, a correction or a brand project? I read every email. For daily nail inspiration, follow along on Pinterest.