If you haven’t already heard, Pantone’s Colour of the Year is Cloud Dancer, “a lofty white that serves as a symbol of calming influence in a society rediscovering the value of quiet reflection.” — Pantone
It is always a great opportunity to reflect at the start of the year, but it’s an even better chance to get creative and think ahead about what you’d like to achieve, both personally and professionally.
So let’s strip back to basics: what are you building this year?
A Clean Slate for Nail Professionals
White is never just white. In the nail industry, it represents precision, intention, and confidence in your craft. Cloud Dancer embodies softness without weakness, a reminder that simplicity, when executed well, is powerful.
As nail technicians, this year you may be wanting to refine:
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Your technique
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Your product choices
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Your brand identity
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Your client experience
A fresh start doesn’t mean doing more - it often means doing things better.
Sarah Thompson has created this beautiful set: a soft, serene white grounded in calm - finished with a silver lining to remind us there's beauty in every moment.
Products used:
Base: NSI Elite Hard Gel in 'Porcelain'
NSI Tech Gel in 'Romeo & Juliet' (on the tips)
NSI Tech Gel in 'Encore' topped with NSI Silver Chrome Powder
Why White Nails Never Go Out of Style
From milky builder gels to crisp sculpted enhancements, white remains one of the most requested shades in salons year after year. It adapts effortlessly across:
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Bridal and occasion nails
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Clean, minimal everyday sets
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Editorial and fashion-led looks
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Modern French variations
As trends move faster than ever, white gel nails and neutral nail designs offer longevity, for both your clients and your content.
Cloud Dancer: NSI & ROXI
At NSI and ROXI, we see Cloud Dancer as more than a colour trend. It reflects what today’s professionals are asking for:
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Thoughtfully formulated products
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Clean aesthetics
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Reliable performance
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Confidence in simplicity
A moment to realign
As the year begins, Cloud Dancer invites a pause. A moment to reassess what aligns with your values as a nail professional:
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Are your products working with you?
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Does your work reflect where you want your brand to go?
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Are you creating space for growth, education, and creativity?
Sometimes the most impactful changes come from returning to the fundamentals — and doing them exceptionally well.
Looking ahead: White Nails in 2026
Expect to see soft whites, translucent layers, and understated finishes continue to dominate both client requests and social feeds. Cloud Dancer isn’t about being loud; it’s about being intentional.
Whether you're using acrylic, gel polish or builder gel, NSI and Roxi have the products designed for nail technicians who care deeply about their craft.
