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Summer is a busy time for nail technicians as clients look to the experts to get special and long lasting nail designs for their holidays. If you love all things nails and are after some summer design inspo, these are the Instagram accounts you need to head to.@fleuryrosenails
Painter and illustrator, Fleury Rose, has had her work showcased in many publications,including Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Glamour and Marie Claire. She founded her popular nail blog after overwhelming demand and now works with models, artists and celebrity clients, including Emma Watson and Anne Hathaway, who love her fresh, bold take on nail art.

@so_nailicious
Founded by Australian nail artist, Maria Vlezko, this account offers inspiration for creative people who like daring manicures. sonailicious.com is part nail blog, part online magazine and receives more than 100,000 visitors every month. When it comes to nails, Maria’s philosophy is that a great manicure is the best fashion accessory, not to mention a fantastic conversation starter.

@chalkboardnails
Sarah Waite’s nail art creations have been featured on the US Today Show and in many magazines. Sarah, also editor and creator of Chalkboard Nails blog, gained a degree in photography but found her real calling in nails. She focuses on nail polish and nail art with pictorials and video tutorials ranging from beginner to advanced nail technician.

@jessicawashick
Nail stylist and Nike Colour Designer, Jessica, has had her themed nail designs featured in Marie Claire, Time Out and Glamour, to name a few. Jessica discovered her passion for manicures while using them as a creative outlet and distraction during a bad break up. She blogs at the brilliantly named U Don’t Need a Man, U Need a Manicure.

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