# DIY Interwoven Nail Art The 'Herringbone' Mani by The Beauty Department is Chic By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-07-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herringbone-mani References: [thebeautydepartment](http://thebeautydepartment.com/2012/07/nailed-it-7/) The 'Herringbone Mani' is yet another amazing creation from The Beauty Department that has allowed girls everywhere to get a [chic nail finish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mylee). Used in the photos as an [accent nail accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sumo-citrus-x-chillhouse), the 'Herringbone Mani' is done in simple summer colors. This is a design that can be replicated without terrible effort by anyone using any palette to match any season. The Beauty Department girls Kristin Ess, Lauren Conrad and Amy Nadine have done a consistently amazing job of creating accessible style for girls that is simple, sophisticated and always chic. Recreating both the braid and the [manicure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-manicure-kit), The Beauty Department has revolutionized Internet style sites with their creations. From fashionista and brand creator Lauren Conrad, professional hair stylist Kristin Ess and ultimate make-up guru Amy Nadine comes yet another fantastic tutorial. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **DIY Nail Art:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the nail art industry by providing accessible tutorials for creating stylish manicures at home. - **Internet Style Sites:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the online fashion industry by revolutionizing the way style tutorials and inspirations are delivered to consumers. - **Summer Colors:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the cosmetic industry by creating new and vibrant color palettes specifically for summer-themed nail designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Nail Art:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the nail art industry by providing new techniques and designs that can be easily replicated by consumers. - **Online Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the online fashion industry by creating engaging and informative style tutorials that cater to a wide audience. - **Cosmetics:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the cosmetic industry by developing new and trendy color palettes that can be used in various beauty applications, including nail art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customization-Friendly Nail Art Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-art-studio.md) - [AI Nail Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-designs-ai.md) - [Color-In Press-On Nails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipzy.md) - [At-Home Cat-Eye Nail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cateye-nail.md) - [Condiment-Inspired Manicures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mayo-mani.md) - [Curated At-Home Nail Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sally-hansen-nail-edit.md) - [Pastry Chef-Approved Nail Polishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nail-edit-kits.md) - [DIY Nail Art Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-nailbot.md) - [Tactile Gel Manicures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braille-nails.md)