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Nail art

Nail art & custom design

Textured metal art, charms, chrome and hand-painted details — Japanese-inspired artistry on structured gel or Gel-X.

The service

Wearable art, quietly bold

Nail art is where our technicians’ precision really shows. From a single star in gold chrome to a full set of sculpted metal art, every detail is placed by hand on a strong structured gel or Gel-X base.

Designs are priced by complexity. Textured Metal Art and Other Designs start at $150 on natural nails and $180 on Gel-X, and include the full manicure service. Please contact us with your inspiration for an accurate quote.

Booking a design? If you decide to switch to a simpler style during the appointment, the design starting price still applies — so feel free to talk through options with us beforehand.

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Recent art

Made by hand, one nail at a time

Black and gold textured metal art at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Black and gold textured metal art
Red 3D strawberry nail art at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Red 3D strawberry nail art
Gold chrome star nail art at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Gold chrome star nail art
Chrome textured metal stiletto set at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Chrome textured metal stiletto set
Red checker character nail art at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Red checker character nail art
Hello Kitty charm on long nude Gel-X at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Hello Kitty charm on long nude Gel-X
Pastel French tips with fruit art at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
Pastel French tips with fruit art
3D charm Gel-X extensions at KK Nail Studio, Long Island City nail salon
3D charm Gel-X extensions
i.

Textured metal art

Sculpted, raised metallic details for a jewellery-like effect.

ii.

Cat eye & chrome

Magnetic shimmer and mirror finishes that move with the light.

iii.

Charms & 3D

Characters, fruit, stones and charms built to last.

iv.

Hand-painted detail

Fine-line French, florals, prints and seasonal motifs.

Before you book — length & removal

  • Prices do not include gel removal unless stated. Removal is complimentary for sets originally done by us when followed by a new service (except Basic Mani / Hand Spa / Basic Pedi).
  • Removal-only and Basic Mani / Hand Spa after removal: $30 soft/hard gel or $40 UV gel / acrylic / extensions, for sets done at any salon (including ours).
  • Natural nails 18–23 mm long: +$20. Natural nails longer than 23 mm: +$30.
  • Long, Extra Long and longer Gel-X lengths: +$20 due to the added service time. Re-used extensions 25–30 mm: +$20; longer than 30 mm: +$30.
  • “Textured Metal Art” and “Other Designs” bookings start at the listed price even if you switch to a simpler style during the appointment.
Good to know

Questions, answered

How much does custom nail art cost?

Textured Metal Art and Other Designs start at $150 on natural nails (structured gel) and $180 on Gel-X extensions. Pedicure designs start at $150. Contact us with a photo for an accurate quote.

Can you recreate a design from a photo?

Yes — bring or send your inspiration photo. We may suggest small adjustments to suit your nail shape and length.

What if I change my mind during the appointment?

If you booked a design and switch to a simpler style such as single colour, cat eye or ombre, the design starting price still applies.

How do I remove embellished sets?

Heavily structured or embellished sets (3D designs, charms, rhinestones, cat or dragon claw) are $40 for removal only, or $25 with a new set for sets from other salons.

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