One is inspired by the sands of Hawaiʻi — warm, neutral, and quietly grounding. A soft blend of beige, brown, and nude tones creates a shade that feels familiar and easy, like sun-warmed sand under your feet. Minimal and versatile, this is the kind of color that goes with everything and never feels out of place. No shine, no distractions — just a solid, wearable neutral you’ll reach for again and again.

I chose the name Iwi for this business because not only were these nails inspired by various iwi (shells, antlers[kiwi], coconut shells & more) but these nails also take on an iwi like quality when you cure them. Koʻu iwi, my bones, are both figuratively and literally at the core of who I am, as iwi are integral to many living things around us (even mea kanu, plants). The IWI Core Collection are our solids and plain colors. These ʻāina inspired colors will be restocked periodically, so you can count on these basics to be around!