Daily Inspo: Celebrity Manicurist Stephanie Stone

Apr 30th, 2019

[Steph Stone]

In a matter of a few short years, manicurist Stephanie Stone already has quite a few accomplishments under her belt. She counts a number of celebrities as regular clients, including Miley Cyrus, Paris Jackson and Shay Mitchell; has earned editorial credits in high-profile publications like Vogue, Teen Vogue and Elle; has worked on major campaigns for Saint Laurent, Dior and Michael Kors; and has amassed an impressive number of social media followers who appreciate her flawless nail artistry. Here, Stone shares what inspires her every day.

1. Nature: “So many of my favorite nail looks are inspired by what already exists on Earth. Soft florals, an ombré skyline, multidimensional galaxy prints—anything can inspire a nail look.”

2. Texture: “I love getting to play with different textures in beauty. Texture may not always be wearable for an everyday look, which is why I feel so lucky to be able to experiment and play during editorial shoots. The Essie Concrete Glitter collection dries into a sparkly matte gritty texture that’s both beautiful and adventurous—a very wearable way to experiment with texture in your look.”

3. Emerald Green: “I’m forever drawn to this color without even realizing it. I was so excited to see Chanel release the color in a nail polish called Fiction. It’s turned into one of my personal favorites, and I recently got to use it for a cover shoot.”

4. Partnering With Other Artists: “I love being part of a team whose main objective is the beauty look as a whole, not just the nails. It makes you think outside of the box, and with other people’s input, you create ideas you wouldn’t have thought of on your own.”

5. Shoes: “Some people like to match their nails to their lip color; I like to match my shoes! Elements of an accessory can inspire a nail look, and it’s a fun way to tie in different aspects of your outfit.”