Cedar City turns cold fast once the leaves change up on the mountain, and the bookings shift with it. Bright summer neons come off and warmer, deeper sets go on. Here is what is being requested at the studio right now.
Colors
Espresso brown is the runaway favorite, on short almond sets especially. Alongside it: brick and rust reds, muted olive, deep plum, and a soft mushroom taupe for anyone who wants neutral but not beige. Cherry red keeps coming back and probably always will.
Finishes
Velvet and cat-eye finishes read well in low winter light, and chrome over a dark base gives a set that changes as your hand moves. A matte top coat over a deep color is an easy way to make a simple one-color set look intentional.
Designs
- Micro French tips in brown or burgundy instead of white
- Single accent nails with hand-painted botanicals or a small pressed-flower look
- Swirls in two tones of the same warm color family
- Plaid and checkered accents, kept to one or two nails
What wears best through winter
Short to medium almond and squoval shapes survive coats, gloves, and scraping windshields better than long coffin sets. Dark colors do show regrowth sooner than nudes, so if you are stretching to three weeks between fills a mid-tone is more forgiving.
Dry indoor heat also means more cuticle oil than you needed in July. That is covered in the nail care guide.
Booking ahead for the holidays
November and December fill up early, particularly the weekends before Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you want a themed set with detailed art, book it a few weeks out so there is enough time in the chair.