GLOBAL CUP 2026 : Nailympia Anaheim Leader Board

The first leader board for 2026 is now published.

The Global Cup 2026 will be awarded in London.

Scores will be taken from Anaheim, China, Orlando, Puerto Rico, San Antonio & London locations for 2026. (Vietnam 2026 TBA).

Nailympia Sicily scores will be added to the 2027 Global Cup run. Sicily will award the Nailympia European Cup 2026 with scores from London & Sicily being tallied.

 

 

The global winner is calculated by the scores from Stiletto Nails, Acrylic Competition Nails & UV/LED Gel Competition Nails.

(Competitors must enter all 3 comps.)

These are 3 highly technical & challenging competitions undertaken in all active locations.

You must compete in 3 locations to qualify for this. If you compete in more than 3 – Nailympia takes the 3 highest location scores.

Nailympia Anaheim 2026: THE RESULTS

The third edition of Nailympia Anaheim welcomed 83 competitors taking 252 seats – 87 of which were in the arena during the two-day event at Premiere Anaheim.

Turn-in art entries and poster submissions were all extremely popular at this event with Runway Nails, Gel Polish Manicure and Joy of Nails leading the way and Reality Nails taking pole position.

“I have been delighted to witness the growth of Nailympia Anaheim, in addition the steady growth of the competition in Orlando and San Antonio. Clearly, nail professionals across the USA and beyond are seeing and feeling the power of competing,” enthuses Alex Fox, global director for Nailympia Competitions. “It’s a very exciting time to see this power emerging and to recognise that nail artists see profound positives to their business lives when they take part.

“It’s not just the competition itself, it’s the people they meet, the connections they make that help transform and illuminate them. It really makes me happy to be part of this whole experience.”

Register for upcoming Nailympia competitions at www.nailympia.com

THE RESULTS

INDIVIDUAL TOP SCORER

Francesca Paliotto – Italy

 

WINNER OF WINNERS

Division 1     Thanh Thao Tran – USA

Division 2     Linh Duong – Canada

Division 3     Francesca Paliotto – Italy

 

ART WINNER OF WINNERS

Thanh Thao Tran – USA

 

TOP USA TECH

Anh Thy Vu – USA

 

GEL POLISH MANICURE

Division 1

  • 1st – Anna Pryshchepa – USA
  • 2nd – Uliana Vadiuk – USA
  • 3rd – Iuliia Pashina – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Olga Preston – USA
  • 2nd – Natalia Iakovleva – USA
  • 3rd – Viktoriia Fedorovykh – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Mateja Petkov – Slovenia
  • 2nd – Viktoriya Komar – USA
  • 3rd – Anastasiia Moskaliuk – USA

 

REALITY NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Anne-Marie Menard – Canada
  • 3rd – Lauryn Silva – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Naomi Nguyen – USA
  • 2nd – Linh Duong – Canada
  • TIED 3rd – Oksana Viriutina – USA & Halyna Kaliugina – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Jennie Yen Nguyen – Canada
  • 2nd – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
  • 3rd – Hanna Khalin – USA

 

RUNWAY NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Kim Dang – USA
  • 3rd – Carmen Ramos – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Halyna Kaliugina – USA
  • 2nd – Naomi Nguyen – USA
  • 3rd – Oksana Viriutina – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Maryna Kozhevnikova – USA
  • 2nd – Hanna Khalin – USA
  • 3rd – Jennie Yen Nguyen – Canada

 

SALON NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Thuy Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Huong Quynh Dang – USA
  • 3rd – Kim Dang – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Linh Duong – Canada
  • 2nd – Anh Thy Vu – USA
  • 3rd – Olena Fedorchenko – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
  • 2nd – Mateja Petkov – Slovenia
  • 3rd – Viktoriya Komar – USA

FLAT ART BOXED

Division 1

  • 1st – Evguenia Nowatzki – USA
  • 2nd – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 3rd – Akiko Morita – Japan

Division 2

  • 1st – Yuen Ting Lau – France
  • 2nd – Liudmyla Keremet – USA
  • 3rd – Naomi Nguyen – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Veronica Luviano – USA
  • 2nd – Flavia Andresa Alexandre Menezes – Brazil
  • 3rd – Karyna Kuliushyk – USA

 

PEDICURE POSTER

Division 1

  • 1st – Uliana Vadiuk – USA
  • 2nd – Aaliyah Sagall – USA
  • 3rd – Alla Ismailova – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Khrystyna Baranska – USA
  • 2nd – Oksana Viriutina – USA
  • 3rd – Robin Sloangrepo – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Zita Shirgazina – Russia
  • 2nd – Hanna Khalin – USA
  • 3rd – Tetiana Dolhosheia – USA

Click to view the gallery of Nailympia Anaheim Pedicure Poster entries.

 

MANICURE POSTER

Division 1

  • 1st – Diana Manucharian – USA
  • 2nd – Alla Ismailova – USA
  • 3rd – Madison Sao – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Oksana Viriutina – USA
  • 2nd – Olena Fedorchenko – USA
  • 3rd – Yu-Chieh Wang – Canada

Division 3

  • 1st – Viktoriya Komar – USA
  • 2nd – Viktoriia Voloshyna – USA
  • 3rd – Karyna Kyliushyk – USA

Click to view the gallery of Nailympia Anaheim Manicure Poster entries.

 

EXTREME NAIL STYLING POSTER

Division 1

  • 1st – Olga Ponomareva – Russian Federation
  • 2nd – Brigitta Szelei-Farkas – Hungary
  • 3rd – Huong Quynh Dang – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Oksana Viriutina – USA
  • 2nd – Victoria Korableva – Russia
  • 3rd – Olena Fedorchenko – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Anita Chahal-Millar – United Kingdom
  • 2nd – Inna Kharlak – Russian Federation
  • 3rd – Hanna Khalin – USA

Click to view the gallery of Nailympia Anaheim Extreme Nail Styling Poster entries.

 

AI NAIL VISION POSTER

Division 1

  • 1st – Kim Dang – USA
  • 2nd – Diana Manucharian – USA
  • 3rd – Huong Quynh Dang – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Halyna Kaliugina – USA
  • 2nd – Linh Duong – Canada
  • 3rd – Oksana Viriutina – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Georgina Takacs – United Kingdom
  • 2nd – Alexandra Molnar – USA
  • 3rd – Karyna Kyliushyk – USA

Click to view the gallery of Nailympia Anaheim AI Nail Vision Poster entries. 

 

TO STILETTO & BEYOND

Division 1

  • 1st – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Huong Quynh Dang – USA
  • 3rd – Iuliia Pashina – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Liudmyla Keremet – USA
  • 2nd – Halyna Kaliugina – USA
  • 3rd – Linh Duong – Canada

Division 3

  • 3rd – Maryna Kozhevnikova – USA

 

UV HARD GEL COMPETITION NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Uliana Vadiuk – USA
  • 2nd – Huong Quynh Dang – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Anh Thy Vu – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
  • 2nd – Mateja Petjov – Slovenia
  • 3rd – Viktoriya Komar – USA

L&P ACRYLIC COMPETITION NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Alla Ismailova – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Linh Duong – Canada
  • 2nd – Anh Thy Vu – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
  • 2nd – Alexandra Molnar – USA
  • 3rd – Veronica Luviano – USA

 

THE JOY OF NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Kim Dang – USA
  • 3rd – Iulia Pashina – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Anh Thy Vu – USA
  • 2nd – Linh Duong – Canada
  • 3rd – Olena Fedorchenko – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
  • 2nd – Mateja Petkov – Slovenia
  • 3rd – Viktoriya Komar – USA

 

STILETTO NAILS

Division 1

  • 1st – Thanh Thao Tran – USA
  • 2nd – Kim Dang – USA

Division 2

  • 1st – Linh Duong – Canada
  • 2nd – Anh Thy Vu – USA
  • 3rd – Yuliia Benzyk – USA

Division 3

  • 1st – Francesca Paliotto – Italy
  • 2nd – Mateja Petkov – Slovenia
  • 3rd – Viktoriya Komar – USA

Register for upcoming Nailympia competitions at www.nailympia.com

Nailympia Anaheim: Sponsor Spotlight – Byootique

Where Organisation & Efficiency Meet Artistry

In today’s fast-moving beauty industry, professionalism extends far beyond technical skill. From first impressions to daily workflow, the tools an artist uses – and how they are presented – play a vital role in shaping success. At the forefront of this movement is Byootique, a brand redefining what it means to work with confidence, efficiency and style.

Byootique specialises in premium organisational solutions designed for beauty professionals. From nail technicians and make-up artists to hairstylists, educators and students, the brand creates specialised cases, storage systems and portable units that help practitioners keep their tools perfectly organised, accessible and protected. The result is a streamlined workflow that supports creativity while projecting a polished, professional image.

Functionality sits at the heart of every Byootique design, but the brand’s philosophy extends well beyond practicality. Each year, new collections are introduced that reflect contemporary colour palettes and design trends, ensuring that artists are able to express their personal style alongside their professional expertise. Byootique believes that organisation should never be dull – it should inspire confidence and pride in one’s craft.

Positioned as a leading innovator in the North American market for nail, make-up, and hairstyling storage solutions, Byootique continues to stand out through its commitment to user-centred design. Rather than relying solely on internal development, the brand actively engages with the beauty community, gathering insight from professional expos, state-certified schools, industry trainers, students and working artists.

This collaborative approach allows Byootique to continually refine case structure, mobility and functionality while remaining closely aligned with evolving aesthetic trends. The result is a product range that balances intelligent engineering with visual appeal – offering tools that are both highly practical and distinctly personal.

Its partnership mindset is reflected in every detail, from durable materials and thoughtful layouts to sleek finishes and adaptable compartments. Each case is designed to support the real-world demands of working professionals while reinforcing their identity and credibility.

Looking to the future, Byootique remains committed to innovation across design, functionality and sustainability. The brand is focused on integrating smart organisational features, eco-conscious materials and personalised aesthetics into upcoming collections. By maintaining close relationships with artists, educators and students, Byootique aims to anticipate emerging needs and set new standards before trends fully emerge.

Ultimately, Byootique strives to define what professional beauty tools should represent: intuitive design, inspiring aesthetics and authentic reflection of the artist behind them. In an industry where presentation, efficiency and individuality are inseparable, Byootique continues to prove that organisation is not just a necessity – it is a powerful form of self-expression.

Behind Byootique’s continued growth is founder Andy Lee, whose leadership is supported by a dedicated product development and branding team. Operating as a subsidiary of Yescom USA, Inc, the brand is guided by a mission rooted in Andy’s long-standing commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and service professionals. This philosophy laid the foundation for Byootique and continues to shape its direction today. “Your toolkit should empower your creativity, not limit it. We design for the artist who sees every nail as a canvas,” explains Andy Lee. “What motivates the team most is the real-world impact of their work,” explains Andy Lee. “ Hearing directly from customers that Byootique’s products help them better serve their own clients remains a powerful source of inspiration. These stories not only affirm the brand’s purpose, but also fuel its ongoing commitment to innovation, quality and improvement. The professionals who place their trust in Byootique remain at the heart of every design decision we make.”

 

Byootique supports nail artists at every stage of their professional journey – creatively, commercially and operationally. Functionally, its cases and storage systems are engineered to optimise organisation and workflow, allowing artists to focus fully on artistry and client experience. Creatively, contemporary trends and customisable elements are woven into each design, enabling technicians to express individuality while enhancing their professional presence. From a business perspective, the brand’s durable and portable cases help artists build a strong, polished image and adapt seamlessly to diverse working environments, from salons to on-location services.

Its philosophy of collaboration is reflected in Byootique’s sponsorship of Nailympia Anaheim. For the brand, the competition represents the highest levels of creativity, skill and professionalism – qualities that mirror its own values.

The partnership extends beyond traditional sponsorship. It offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with inspiring professionals, celebrate artistic achievement and support a platform that elevates the industry as a whole. By standing alongside Nailympia, Byootique reinforces its commitment to empowering artists, promoting excellence and helping the beauty profession continue to thrive.

Within the competitive landscape of the beauty industry, events such as Nailympia play a crucial role in shaping careers and elevating professional standards. Byootique recognises that competitions are more than showcases of talent – they are essential platforms for growth, recognition and creative evolution. They challenge artists to refine their skills, explore new techniques and push the boundaries of what is possible within nail artistry.

Nailympia, in particular, stands out for its role in raising global benchmarks of excellence. With rigorous judging processes, trend-setting entries and opportunities for professional exchange, the competition fosters an environment where innovation thrives. It not only celebrates outstanding achievement but also helps shape the direction of nail artistry for years to come.

In parallel with this commitment to professional development, Byootique remains deeply attuned to emerging trends and evolving client expectations. The brand maintains close connections with its community through industry expos, educational institutions and direct customer feedback. This ongoing dialogue enables Byootique to integrate practical advancements and contemporary design elements into its collections while ensuring durability, usability and performance remain central to every product.

Looking to the future, the brand places strong emphasis on inspiring and educating emerging talent. This commitment is reflected in a series of focused initiatives designed to support professional development at every stage. “We believe in the professional behind the polish. Our goal is to help you build not just a clientele, but a legacy,” cites a spokesperson for the product design team.

At Byootique, the mission is to empower artistry with tools that reflect skill, style and professionalism. The team will support – not just with products, but as a partner in industry growth. Together, it hopes to elevate the craft, celebrate creativity and build a more inspired future. Its brand director summarises, “When you thrive, the industry rises. We’re here to listen, learn and keep creating what helps you grow.”

 

https://byootique-global.com

Nailympia Anaheim 2025: THE RESULTS

The second Nailympia Anaheim nail competition took place 23-24 February 2025 at Premiere Anaheim, California, welcoming 40 competitors from eight countries.

Here are the results:

RUNWAY NAILS – VINTAGE VOGUE

Division 1

  • 1st – Anastasiia Akzamova – USA 
  • 2nd – Kim Sizemore – USA
  • 3rd – Elena Soldatenkova – USA 

Division 2 

  • 1st – Thomas Pham – USA 
  • 2nd – Kim Oanh – Vietnam 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina 
  • 2nd – Veronica Luviano – USA 
  • 3rd – Maryna Kozhevnikova – USA 

 

REALITY NAILS – 3 THEMES: STREETWEAR CHRONICLES/ PREPPY REIMAGINED / Y2K GLAM REVIVAL

Division 1

  • 1st – Vu Thi Phuong Lien – USA
  • 2nd – Kim Sizemore – USA 
  • 3rd – Elena Soldatenkova – USA 

Division 2 

  • 1st – Thomas Pham – USA 
  • 2nd – Margarita Yutsaytis – USA 
  • 3rd – Kim Oanh – Vietnam

Division 3 

  • 1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy 
  • 2nd – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina
  • 3rd – Veronica Luviano – USA

Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Creation
EXTREME NAIL POSTER STYLING 

Division 1

  • 1st – Anzhelika Safina – Russia 
  • 2nd – Thoang Le – Vietnam
  • 3rd – An na Le – Vietnam 

Division 2 

  • 1st – Margarita Yutsaytis – USA
  • 2nd – Daria Orlova – USA 
  • 3rd – Galina Farmanyan – Russia 

Division 3 

  • 2nd – Shayna Osazuwa – Canada 

 

TO STILETTO & BEYOND – COSMIC BUTTERFLIES 

Division 2 

  • 1st – Margarita Yutsaytis – USA 
  • 2nd – Thomas Pham – USA 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Mai Thi Dinh – Vietnam
  • 2nd – Yuliia Kovalchuk – USA 
  • 3rd – Thi Huong Nguyen – Vietnam 

Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Flat Art 2

FLAT ART – 10 NAILS – URBAN GRAFFITI – SPREAD A POWERFUL MESSAGE 

Division 1

  • 1st – Vu Thi Phuong Lien – USA 

Division 2 

  • 1st – Thomas Pham – USA 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina 
  • 2nd – Anastasiia Moskaliuk – USA 
  • 3rd – Maryna Kozhevnikova – USA 

 

GEL POLISH MANICURE

Division 1

  • 1st – Tetiana Dolhosheia – USA 
  • 2nd – Singhay Nguyen – USA 
  • 3rd – Elena Soldatenkova – USA 

Division 2 

  • 1st – Nataliia Zapara – USA 
  • 2nd – Margarita Yutis – USA

Division 3 

  • 1st – Anastasiia Moskaliuk – USA 
  • 2nd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy 
  • 3rd – Carlotta Silveri – Italy 

Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Duo

SALON NAILS

Division 1

  • 3rd – Elena Soldatenkova – USA 

Division 2 

  • 2nd – Nataliia Zapara – USA 
  • 3rd – Margarita Yutsaytis – USA 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy 
  • 2nd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark 
  • 3rd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy

 

THE JOY OF NAILS 

Division 1

  • 1st – Elena Soldatenkova – USA
  • 2nd – Alejandra Duenas Lira – USA
  • 3rd – Singhay Nguyen – USA 

Division 2 

  • 2nd – Margarita Yutsaytis – USA 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Nicolas Paggi – Argentina
  • 2nd – Deborah Cocco – Italy
  • 3rd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy 

Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Alex And Serge

UV HARD GEL COMPETITION NAILS 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
  • 2nd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy 
  • 3rd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark  

 

ACRYLIC COMPETITION NAILS 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy
  • 2nd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark
  • 3rd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy 

 

PERFECT MATCH

Division 3 

  • 1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy 
  • 2nd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy 
  • 3rd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark 

Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Stiletto Nails

STILETTO NAILS

Division 1

  • 3rd – Elena Soldatenkova – USA 

Division 2 

  • 2nd – Nataliia Zapara – USA 

Division 3 

  • 1st – Deborah Cocco – Italy  
  • 2nd – Alessandra Pizzari – Italy
  • 3rd – Flemming Nordqvist – Denmark 

Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Judging 2

TOP USA TECH 

Veronica Luviano – Division 3

 

ART WINNER OF WINNERS

Nicolas Paggi – Argentina

 

WINNER OF WINNERS

Division 1 – Elena Soldatenkova – USA

Division 2 – Nataliia Zapara – USA 

Division 3 – Deborah Cocco – Italy 

 

OVERALL TOP SCORER

Deborah Cocco – Italy 

 

To find out more about Nailympia Competitions and to register for an upcoming event, click here.

Pivot Point & Nailympia Webinar: Insights into The Competition Arena

 

WATCH via this link: using Passcode –  LB6*#7dJ – to access the video

https://pivotpoint.zoom.us/rec/share/kytyceKYcmqlpsw1_IfF2LjbCf9A4SVx0neEt5iNnF9BR2DWQi0MEGH3fDRatXvc.YggScXQufLxQAgKu

The recent 90-minute Nailympia webinar hosted by education platform Pivot Point, featured Buddy Sims, learning experience (LX) specialist at Pivot Point and Alex Fox, global director of Nailympia Competitions. This session provided an in-depth look at Nailympia’s past, present and future, along with expert advice for competitors looking to enter this prestigious nail competition circuit.

Nailympia: A Global Phenomenon

Originally launched as the Nail Olympics in 2000 Las Vegas, Nailympia has grown into a globally recognised competition, owned by Scratch maagzine.

After discussing it’s 20-year long history and relationship to Scratch magazine, Alex Fox highlighted the first competition of the year,  Nailympia Anaheim, (23-24 February at Premiere Anaheim), discussing how it compares to other locations and how themes vary across different events. Alex also covered the 2025 competition calendar, including opportunities for international competitors to participate remotely.

Competition Categories & Judging Standards

The webinar detailed the competition structure, including:

  • Various categories available at Anaheim & other locations
  • Thematic differences across different Nailympia locations.
  • Eligibility based on three-division tier system of competing
  • Digital & online integration for remote competitors.

To ensure fair judging, Nailympia follows strict guidelines and regulations, ensuring personal biases do not impact results. Judges adhere to standardised scoring methods and all participants must comply with clear competition rules.

Competing at Nailympia: What You Need to Know

For those preparing to compete, the webinar provided valuable insights:

  • Preparation & training tips.
  • Materials & tools provided during the event.
  • Available support for competitors.
  • Common mistakes & expert advice from judges.
  • Feedback process after the competition
  • Where to source a coach/mentor

Website Walkthrough

The webinar concluded with a guided tour of the Nailympia website, highlighting essential sections such as:

  • The free downloadable competition guidelines
  • FAQ.
  • Event itinerary, rules & costs.
  • News, picture galleries, judges’ profiles & trophies.

With its rich history, transparent judging and commitment to fostering nail artistry, Nailympia continues to be a premier competition in the beauty industry. Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned pro, this competition offers a platform to showcase talent, gain recognition and be part of a global nail community.

 

Navigating Nail Competitions: Skills, Strategies & Success with Pivot Point /Nailympia webinar

On Wednesday 5 February at 6 PM GMT, Pivot Point will host an exciting webinar led by Buddy Sims, Learning Experience (LX) Specialist, in collaboration with Alex Fox and Vitaly Solomonoff. This online event will dive into the Nailympia competition, its roots, its ethos and its direction for 2025. The host Buddy Sims will also join the esteemed judging panel at Nailympia Anaheim on 23 February at Premiere Anaheim.

Buddy Simms, Pivot Point – Nailympia Anaheim judge

This virtual interview promises to provide an in-depth exploration of Nailympia. Topics will include the history and unique qualities of Nailympia, an overview of the competition categories, and invaluable advice for participants. Additionally, attendees will receive insights into what judges are looking for and get a guided tour of the Nailympia website to locate essential resources.

Joining Buddy Sims are Alex Fox, Nailympia’s organiser, and Vitaly Solomonoff, a nail expert and judge, who will bring their expertise to the room to enrich the discussion. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or a first-timer, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge you need to join the circuit.

Vitaly Solomonoff of Cleanestiq. Nailympia international judge

Meet Buddy Sims

Buddy Sims is a seasoned expert with over a decade of experience in the beauty industry. He began his career as a Nails Subject Matter Expert, achieving recognition as both a finalist and judge for Next Top Nail Artist. Over the years, Buddy has worked with distributors, manufacturers and cosmetology boards. He has also owned a salon and holds an educator’s license.

Currently, as the Learning Experience Specialist at Pivot Point International, Buddy channels his vast knowledge to support beauty professionals, educators and students. His passion lies in fostering growth, success and innovation within the industry by combining effective teaching methodologies with cutting-edge technology.

Join this webinar to benefit from Buddy’s wealth of experience and to prepare yourself for success in the competitive and rewarding world of Nailympia. Click here to join the webinar – Here is the Registration Link!

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Unleash your inner artist!

Nailympia Anaheim, Germany & China are NOW OPEN for registration

Dive into the dazzling world of creativity and innovation at Nailympia Anaheim 2025! This is your ultimate opportunity to break boundaries, showcase your artistry and shine on a global stage. With five electrifying turn-in categories, each crafted to spark your imagination, Nailympia promises a spectacular celebration of bold ideas, expert techniques and jaw-dropping designs.

Whether you’re in it for the thrill, the recognition or the inspiration, this is your moment to connect with fellow visionaries, push your skills to new heights and leave an unforgettable mark on nail artistry.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there! Registration is now open for:
Nailympia Anaheim – 23 – 24 February at Premiere Anaheim CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE
Nailympia Germany – 28 – 30 March at Beauty Düsseldorf (deadline for Online categories is 31 January) CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE
Nailympia China – 8 – 10 May in Shanghai CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE

Don’t just witness the industry evolve – lead the revolution!
Secure your spot today, unleash your creativity and let your talent shine on the world’s most exhilarating nail stage.
The countdown to greatness begins now – are you ready to take the leap?

Nailympia Anaheim – registration is open for the first Nailympia of 2025

Unleash Your Inner Artist: Nailympia Anaheim 2025 Art Themes Announced!

Step into the vibrant world of creativity and innovation at Nailympia Anaheim 2025. This is your chance to push the boundaries of nail artistry and showcase your skills on a global platform. With four thrilling turn-in categories, each designed to ignite your imagination, Nailympia promises to be a celebration of bold ideas, masterful techniques and captivating designs.

Runway Nails
Craft a story that’s as dazzling as the runway itself! Submit three nail tips presented on a moodboard that captures your inspiration journey – exploring ideas, colours, textures and creative evolution. Let your moodboard be your narrative, where each nail tells a chapter of your artistic vision. It’s all about showing the synergy between concept and execution.

Reality Nails
Bring your imagination to life with three nails showcasing the given themes. Adhered to a printed sheet provided by Nailympia, these designs must communicate your interpretation and artistic flair. This category challenges you to make a bold statement within a structured format – think of it as your masterpiece in miniature!

To Stiletto & Beyond – 1 Extreme Nail
Go big or go home. This category is all about one long, extreme nail – an unapologetic showstopper. Whether placed on an artificial nail, a sleek plinth or standing solo, this is your opportunity to create a nail that transcends the ordinary. Push your skills and creativity to the edge – literally!

Flat Art
Celebrate detail and precision with 10 nails arranged with a small gap between each one. Using five different nail sizes, this category challenges you to play with dimensions and design cohesiveness while letting your imagination run wild across the set.

Extreme Nail Styling Poster
Take your artistry beyond nails with this highly visual category. Submit your high-resolution JPEG two weeks before the event to showcase your skills in creating an eye-catching, professional-grade poster. This is your moment to merge nails, photography and graphic design into a true work of art.

Why Enter?
This is your time to shine, connect with like-minded artists, and elevate nail artistry to new heights. Whether you’re competing for the thrill, the accolades or the inspiration, Nailympia Anaheim 2025 offers a stage for you to leave your mark. Don’t just watch the industry evolve and be part of the revolution!

? Ready to take the leap? Secure your spot, unleash your creativity and let your artistry be seen on the world’s most exciting nail stage!

 

Registrations are open for Anaheim (Feb),  Germany  (March) & China (May)

Here’s the links…

Nailympia Anaheimhttps://www.premiereanaheimshow.com/en/education/competitions.html

Nailympia Germany  – https://www.signature-nail.com/en/nailympia-germany-2025/

Nailympia China  – https://www.nailympia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/NAILYMPIA-CHINA-2025_Registration-form_for-web.pdf

Nailympia 2025 locations revealed

The world-renowned Nailympia competition has officially announced its locations for the 2025 season, with the first event set to take place at the Premiere Anaheim trade show in Anaheim, California. Scheduled for February, this marks an exciting start to a year packed with talent, creativity and global participation in nail artistry.

As part of the esteemed Premiere Show Group, Nailympia Anaheim will attract nail technicians, artists and industry professionals from around the globe, offering a platform to showcase unparalleled skill and innovation. Nailympia continues to hold its place as the ultimate competition for nail professionals, celebrated for its non-biased judging system and commitment to fairness.


Nailympia’s Unique Approach to Competition

Nailympia has built its reputation as a competition free from brand influence, ensuring that skill and creativity are at the forefront of its judging criteria. It caters to all skill levels and its evolved judging system remains true to its founding principles:

  • Blind Judging: All competitions are judged anonymously. Judges have no knowledge of the competitor whose work they are assessing, ensuring fairness and transparency.
  • Unified Divisions: Competitors from all divisions are judged together based on merit, allowing for instances where a Division 1 competitor can outscore higher divisions.
  • Skill-Centric: Nailympia evaluates competitors purely on their technical skills and artistic creativity, making it an open playing field for all participants, regardless of the brands or systems they use.

Expanding the 2025 Schedule

While six confirmed locations are already in place, Nailympia is exploring the possibility of adding a second event in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, for 2025. This expansion aligns with the competition’s global mission of reaching new markets and providing opportunities for nail artists worldwide.


The Origins of Nailympia

Nailympia’s roots trace back to The Nail Olympics USA, a competition founded in 2001 in Las Vegas. Created by three organisations—IBD (run by Lee Tomlinson), Too Much Fun (Dianne D’Agnolo & James Johnson), and EZ Flow (David Daniel & Danny Haile) – its concept was revolutionary:

  • Competitors could use any system or brand.
  • Judging would be division-based and anonymous, ensuring fairness.
  • Skill levels would determine divisions, with competitors ranked only after judging was complete.

This ethos laid the foundation for Nailympia, which was later introduced to London in 2005, with Alex Fox – then editor-in-chief of Scratch Magazine – serving as the global competition director.


Looking Ahead to 2025

As Nailympia prepares to dazzle audiences once again, it reaffirms its commitment to showcasing exceptional talent, fostering creativity and maintaining a fair and inclusive environment. Whether in Anaheim, Ho Chi Minh City, or its other global stops, Nailympia 2025 promises to be a thrilling year for competitors.

New rules & score sheets can be viewed on this website www.nailympia.de


Nail imagery for 2025 – with thanks to Elena Popova

Nails – Elena Popova @popovaelena_nfp 

Photographer – Elena Gelberg @pena_litrova

Make-Up Artist – Varvara Tabutarova @varvara_tabu 

Hair Stylist – Ksenia Golubeva @ksenja_golubeva

Model – Alina Philipskaya @alina__0606

 

1st AMERICAS CUP 2023: Katarzyna Kruszynska – Ireland

In the competing world, Katarzyna (Kate) Kruszynska has achieved the highest championship title in Ireland: ‘Irish National Nail Champion. She’s also a multiple award winner in nail styling championships’ all over the world. Recently, in the past year (2023), Kate has represented Ireland in Mexico, Germany, USA: Orlando, Texas and Ohio where overall she won 40 medals and trophies.

“This year I was honoured to achieve the Nailympia Americas CupThe Nailympia Premiere CupNailympia Art winner of winners and Individual Top Scorer awards. Also, the success of my business was recognised with the ‘Best Established Business’ award from the Local Enterprise Office in 2019.”

Born and raised in Poland, Katarzyna Kruszynska worked as a police officer in the Traffic Accident Department for a number of years, before deciding to follow her heart and move to Ireland.

In 2010 nails became her full-time job starting with a small nail table in the corner of her kitchen where she would find herself often in tears believing she wasn’t good enough.

However, with the support of her family and friends, Kate did do it and eventually opened a nail bar in 2015.

“I have been successfully running Beauty Vision Ltd and an accredited training centre and am the creator and owner of the Kohana Professional nail brand. Kohana is my brand of professional beauty products for nails, eyelashes and eyebrows. The name Kohana comes from many different places and is very unique. In the Japanese language it means ‘little flower’, but it has two more very personal meanings for me: I love Walt Disney productions, and in the movie Lilo & Stitch, I heard that: ‘ohana means family and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten’, and from there the Kohana name was born. Using ‘K’ for Kate, and ‘Ohana’ for family. Together they make ‘Kohana’, for Kate’s family.

1st Nailympia Premiere Cup 2023

“The other very special meaning with Kohana is in the Polish language Kohana means ‘loved one’, and so I thought that this was just prefect for my brand name, because every person is loved and considered family.

“Behind the business, I’m a loving wife and a mother to three wonderful children. I am an animal lover, with two dogs and one cat at home. I love travelling and trying different foods, and I’m hugely passionate about a fit and healthy lifestyle.

“I’ve been sharing my work and knowledge on social media to help others for a while now and absolutely love this element of my work. I started posting on different social media platforms three years ago and since then I’ve reached over 60,000 followers. The content I share is all about nails, nail art and beauty as well as my business.

“To think that I’m sharing my creativity with so many is an amazing feeling and being able to meet other nail enthusiasts through the world of social media is exciting. I enjoy teaching people who are also passionate about this line of work through my courses and I pride myself on Kohana being a place where someone can learn new skills in a great atmosphere.

“I’m so thankful for the life this business has given me. Not everyone can say that they love their job, but I’m one of the lucky few who can.”