Hiroko Fujikawa Archives

You have heard of updating your wardrobe for back-to-school, but what about your nail art looks?! Just like clothing, nail trends are revamped for the runway every season and MARS the Salon has recreated the must-have designs for you to showcase in the school runways, we mean hallways (wink, wink). While plaids, metallics and deep burgundy hues are the hottest styles to wear, you may only want to express your inner fashionista on your nails! Below are three back to school nail looks created by MARS the Salon owner Hiroko Fujikawa and her team of experts to make sure you are the queen of the campus!

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“Plaid Princess”

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1. File nail into desired shape.

2. Apply 2 coats of white polish to each nail.

3. Apply camel and turquoise polish on the tips and under the tip.

3. Using a precision art brush, create a checkered pattern on three alternating nails using neon pink polish.

4. Apply top coat to seal and add shine.

“Metallic Muse”

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1. Apply a base coat.

2. Apply silver glitter polish on all fingers.

3. Apply Gold hologram polish on all fingers.

4. Apply a top coat.

“Burgundy Gal”

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1. Apply burgundy nail polish to every other nail

2. Coat the alternate nails in a glittery silver polish

3. Paint a thick stripe of the burgundy across the top of each silver-coated nail

4. Glue silver crystals on top of the silver nail polish

5. Finish with a top coat.

It is that time of the year when flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and love is in the air!

Whether you are the bride, a bridesmaid, or a guest, your nails deserve to feel the love. What better way to celebrate the upcoming wedding season than to sport the latest fashion trend – decadent nails.

At MARS the Salon, located in West Hollywood, owner and designer Hiroko Fujikawa has created a fabulous nail art design that is the perfect accessory for attending weddings or for wearing everyday! The beautiful “traditional” design features a twist on the original French tip with white lines, flowers and rhinestones that are sure to match with any bride’s dream dress!

Tyra Banks is a big fan of this luxury hot nail spot and you will be too.

For all you ladies who are dying to know how to create this look at home. Below we have provided step-by-step techniques for the “Traditional” design. Enjoy.