As a summer baby, I'm partial to the too-hot heat, the barely-there bikinis, and the overall bright and vibrant vibes that the June, July, and August months bring. Over the years, especially working in media and having to be up-to-date on different trends, the fall has held a special place in my heart and my Pinterest mood boards. Beyond the drop in temperature, the effortlessly chic OOTDs, and pumpkin spice-everything, I love a good fall trend list.
While "summertime fine" is most definitely a thing, nothing compares to a good fall trend. In the fall, our go-to manis will be more chic and calm, more mindful and demure. To discuss this and the other fall trends we can hope to see, we spoke with experts Imani J. Myers, celebrity nail artist and founder of Imanicurist, as well as Session Manicurist Joelle Rodriguez. Below they give us all the need-to-know deets about her top fall nail trend predictions. Keep reading for more.
Color Me Baddie
Keeping in line with her belief that fall will mean more muted nail colors, Myers predicts that the top nail colors will keep that same energy. Think "a deep wine red, chocolate brown, deep blues and of course the classiest, black," she tells xoNecole. As gravitating towards a more calm aesthetic becomes the vibe, opting for a solid, rich color is another fall 2024 nail trend. For color, Rodriguez is seeing green. "I think green, specifically a natural forest green, is going to have a moment," the manicurist envisions.
Run the Jewels
Just because fall may mean a more calm and muted aesthetic when it comes to our nails doesn't mean you have to sacrifice the bling. "There’s a bunch of holidays, and the last quarter of the year gets busy. I can predict major jewel designs for this holiday season," Myers says. Rodriguez is more than here for the bling. "The layered bling look has been around forever and comes back every winter. Now more than ever, it's more intricate and gorgeous!" she exclaims.
Almond Joy
In terms of the nail shape that will be the trendiest, Myers believes it will be all about the almond shape this fall in a variety of lengths. "I’ve noticed a lot of girls are leaning towards almond-shaped [nails], short to extra long. Such a timeless, dainty shape." Rodriguez sees almond and stiletto shapes as mainstays when it comes to manis but is also feeling square or oval shapes for the girls. "It's something fresh for the season, and she's a classic," Rodriguez emphasizes. "For my long-extension wearers, I think a traditional oval would be a cute shape to play around with."
Back in Matte
For the fall, Myers says matte is in order as a go-to finish for nail looks. "A lot of clients prefer the calmer designs, such as a solid rich color, for the colder months," she shares. "Matte top coat is a customer favorite. The finish is spotless and velvety." Rodriguez shares a similar sentiment, "I think glossy flat colors and metallics will be in, but I wouldn't be mad if matte made a debut. People do tend to skew away from it though because it can appear 'dirty' after some wear."
In Motion, In 3D
As far as emerging nail trends on her radar, Myers has one word: 3D. "Everything 3D," she says. "Products are changing daily, and new things [are being] introduced to make the work even cooler! 3D is taken over in the design portion of getting your nails done." Her personal favorite is the 3D flower nails that have been everywhere. Rodriguez seconds this forecast, adding, "Whether it's a single rhinestone or two, slightly 3D painted art, or extreme 3D with all the bells and whistles, I think the texture and having something to interact with on your nails is a nice way to bring the vibrancy of summer into the cold months." Noted.
Maximalist vs Minimalist
"While the maximalists of the world are leaning more toward colorful and heavily detailed nail art. The minimalists admire natural-looking and impeccably done manicures and extensions," Rodriguez shares. "For the minimal girls, I’m leaning towards a solid color, tortoise, chrome French tip, animal prints, and plaid. For my maximalist girlies, I’m leaning towards a lot of 3D and jewel work using darker/muted tones," says Myers.
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'Sistas' Star Skyh Black On The Power Of Hypnotherapy & Emotional Vulnerability For Men
In this insightful episode of the xoMAN podcast, host Kiara Walker talked with Sistas star Skyh Black, as he opened up about his journey of emotional growth, resilience, and self-discovery. The episode touches on emotional availability, self-worth, masculinity, and the importance of therapy in overcoming personal struggles.
Skyh Black on Emotional Availability & Love
On Emotional Availability & Vulnerability
“My wife and I wouldn't be where we are today if both of us weren't emotionally available,” he shared about his wife and Sistas co-star KJ Smith, highlighting the value of vulnerability and emotional openness in a relationship. His approach to masculinity stands in contrast to the traditional, stoic ideals. Skyh is not afraid to embrace softness as part of his emotional expression.
On Overcoming Self-Doubt & Worthiness Issues
Skyh reflected on the self-doubt and worthiness issues that he struggled with, especially early in his career. He opens up about his time in Los Angeles, living what he calls the “LA struggle story”—in a one-bedroom with three roommates—and being homeless three times over the span of 16 years. “I always had this self-sabotaging thought process,” Skyh said. “For me, I feel therapy is essential, period. I have a regular therapist and I go to a hypnotherapist.”
How Therapy Helped Him Heal From Self-Doubt
On Hypnotherapy & Empowering Self-Acceptance
Skyh’s journey is a testament to the power of tapping into self-development despite life’s struggles and being open to growth. “I had to submit to the fact that God was doing good in my life, and that I'm worthy of it. I had a worthiness issue and I did not realize that. So, that’s what the hypnotherapy did. It brought me back to the core. What is wrong so that I can fix it?”
Watch the full podcast episode below:
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Quinta Brunson Gets Real About Divorce, Boundaries & Becoming
Quinta Brunson is the woman who chooses herself, even when the world is watching. And in her June 30 cover story for Bustle, she gives us a rare glimpse into the soft, centered place she's navigating her life from now. From leading one of television's most beloved series in the last decade to quietly moving through life shifts, the creator of Abbott Elementary is walking through a personal evolution and doing so with intention, grace, and a firm grip on her boundaries.
Back in March, the 35-year-old filed for divorce from Kevin Jay Anik after nearly three years of marriage, citing "irreconcilable differences." The news hit the headlines of news outlets fast, but Quinta hadn't planned to announce their dissolution to the public so quickly.
Quinta Brunson On Divorce, Public Scrutiny & Sacred Boundaries
"I remember seeing people be like, ‘She announced her divorce,’" she told Bustle. “I didn’t announce anything. I think people have this idea that people in the public eye want the public to know their every move. None of us do. I promise you. No one wants [everyone] to know when you buy a house, when you move, when a major change happens in your personal life. It’s just that that’s public record information."
In regards to her private moves becoming tabloid fodder, Quinta continued, "I hated that. I hate all of it."
"I Am An Artist First": Quinta On Cutting Her Hair & Reclaiming Herself
Still, the diminutive phenom holds her crown high in the face of change and is returning to the essence of who she is, especially as an artist. "Cutting my hair reminded me that I am an artist first. I want to feel things. I want to make choices. I want to be a person, and not just stuck in having to be a certain way for business." It's giving sacred rebirth. It's giving self-liberation. It's especially giving main character energy.
And while the headlines keep spinning their narratives, the one that Quinta is focused on is her own. For her, slowing down and nourishing herself in ways that feed her is what matters. "It’s a transitional time. I think it’s true for me and my personal life, and it’s how I feel about myself, my career, and the world," Quinta shared with Bustle. “I feel very serious about focusing on watering my own gardens, taking care of myself and the people around me who I actually interact with day-to-day."
That includes indulging in simple rituals that ground her like "making myself a meal" which has become "really, really important to me."
That spirit of agency doesn't stop at the personal. In her professional world, as the creator, executive producer, and lead actress of the critically-acclaimed Abbott Elementary, Quinta understands the weight her choices carry, both on- and off-screen. She revealed to Bustle, "People used to tell me at the beginning of this that the No. 1 on the call sheet sets the tone, and the producer sets the tone — and I’m both of those roles."
She continued, "I understand now, after doing this for four years, how important it was that I set the tone that I did when we first started."
Quinta doesn't just lead, she understands the importance of curating the energy of any space she enters. Even amid a season of shifts and shedding, her power speaks loudly. Sometimes that power looks like quiet resistance. Sometimes that power is soft leadership.
And sometimes that power looks like cutting your hair and taking back your name in rooms that have forgotten you were an artist long before you were a brand.
Read Quinta's cover story on Bustle here to witness the fullness of Quinta's becoming.
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