You walk into Pinkies, and you are standing in front of our extensive OPI and Essie nail polish selection. The color possibilitie are endless! You sit down for your manicure, and the manicurist asks what shape you want. Huh? Not to worry! Read on for what is trendy this winter and get inspired.

Shape

Nails should be less rounded, and more square…think “squoval.” They should be filed following the natural nail line.

Color

This season’s colors are BOLD, as shown in the latest runway fashions. Try out dark reds, pretty plums, rich purples, and navy blues. Pinkies has a lovely OPI purple perfect for this winter-”Louvre Me, Louvre Me Not.”  Take some fashion-forward risks and try dark browns and dark oranges. Copper and grey tones are also on the rise, as seen on actress, Blake Lively.

If these trends don’t appeal to you, just remember, it’s all about matching your nails to your own personal style. Healthy nails of any shape and color are always in style!

On October 28, 2009, H2H and H2H 4 Teens hosted a special event at Pinkies Nail Salon in Los Altos–Girls Night Out: Manicures, Pedicures, and Breast Cancer Awareness. Women recieved services while a series of speakers discussed women’s health issues.

Hope to Health (H2H) and Hope to Health Teens (H2H) are two volunteer and philanthropic groups of the El Camino Hospital Foundation. They strive to bring women and teen health issues to light in the community as well as raise money for such services as health care for low-income women and care packets for women breast cancer patients.

On October 28, 50 women gathered at Pinkies Los Altos to learn about their health and get pampered. The program included a presentation on breast cancer risk factors, prevention, and therapetuic advances, a presentation on healthy eating tips, and a presentation on flu shots and the H1N1 virus. Dr. Vandana Sharma, Dr. Amanda Cooley, and Dr. Daniel Shim offered their expert knowledge and answered all questions.

Participants found the event not only fun, but educational and useful for their lives.

With so many things going on in the Bay Area, it can be hard to keep track! We’ve put together a list of some interesting events happening to keep this weekend fun. Of course, don’t forget to treat yourself at Pinkies and check out special Holiday Packages!

Opening of Newly Renovated Chanel Boutique

Discover the 2009/10 Cruise Collection Exclusives, Precious Jewels and Limited Edition J12 Jewelry Watches, and a complimentary makeup session with beauty experts! 

When: Friday and Saturday, 10am-6pm

Where: Chanel, 156 Geary St, SF, CA

Allison Hoover Bartlett Speaks at Rakestraw Books in Danville

Hoovers,’ The Man Who Loved Books Too Much, exposes the profound role books play in all of our lives, the reverence in which these everyday objects are still held, and the craving that makes some people willing to stop at nothing to possess the books they love.

When: Friday, 7pm

Where: 522 Hartz Avenue, Danville, CA 94526

Thread San Francisco Fashion Show and Sale

Buy direct from San Francisco’s 100 top independent fashion designers and artists. Thread SF features limited-edition, exclusive, hard-to-find clothing, jewelry, street wear, accessories, bags, vintage items, original art, and more.
Enjoy special offers up to 80 percent off in every booth and drink specials in a variety of bars and lounges throughout the event. ($10 at the door, $8 in advance)

When: Saturday and Sunday, 11am-6pm

Where: Fort Mason Festival Pavillion, San Francisco, CA

New Moon, the sequal to Twilight the Movie Opens in Theatres Midnight on Friday!

How could we leave out this must-see?

When: Friday

Where: A theatre near you!