Professional Beauty's 'picnic season' nail competition winner announced!

We’re thrilled to announce the winner of our 'picnic season' nail competition. 

We asked you to think of gingham blankets, picky bits galore and nails as fresh as summer fruit. From pimms and rosé to flower fields, let your designs serve serious picnic vibes-cute, casual and totally bite-sized. 

📸 Entrants had to:

1️⃣ Create a nail look inspired by the theme
2️⃣ Post a photo on Instagram with hashtags #PBLOVES and #PBCHALLENGE
3️⃣ Tag @professionalbeauty.uk

Entrants were marked on overall design and creativity, technical execution, nail art detailing, theme interpretation and presentation quality.

We are delighted to announce that Vanessa Schiavone is the winner, scoring the highest with 91 points.

Winning entry by Vanessa Schiavone @vanessacreations__

Deputy editor and nail artist Kezia Parkins said: “This theme was such a treat to judge. We loved all of your tasty picky bits, creepy crawlies and gingham blankets. Vanessa Schiavone takes first place for her incredible detail, unique painting style and adorable 3D ladybirds.

Check out all of the winners.... 

Winner - Vanessa Schiavone -  

2nd Place - Kay Poole - @pool.kay

Parkins said: "This set knocked it out of the park. The detail on these nails are unmatched and I love how one hand represents a picnic in the park and one by the sea - so creative."

3rd Place - Robyn Lazaga - @dear.lovenails

Parkins said: "I really love the colours used in this set and the 3D elements were so cute with a unique style. I especially love the glass of Pimms and the olives."

4th Place - Olivia Mitchell - @hairbylivmitchell

Parkins said: "This cute coquette set features a gorgeous pastel colour theme and the 3D fruits look good enough to eat." 

With our new online comps, Professional Beauty will regularly give you the chance to get creative and challenge your skills as a nail tech, so keep an eye on our Instagram for the next theme.