Salon in the Spotlight: Frankie Alice Nails, Congleton, Cheshire
When Francesca Alice Nield was furloughed last year from her job in the hospitality sector, she took the chance to pursue her dream career and set up her own studio. “I had previously trained with Nails By Annabel, so I used the first lockdown to create my work space,” Francesca…
Salon in the Spotlight: Sadie’s, Worcester
Decorated in on-trend shades of blush pink and deep green, Sadie Branson’s setup sees a chic workspace to greet clients. “My studio is located in my old childhood bedroom in my parent’s house,” Sadie states. “The salon certainly did not start out looking how it does now: I started off…
Salon in the Spotlight: Nails by Rosie, Cumbria
Having worked both on a mobile basis and at her kitchen table for the last 10 years, Rosie Doran sought a more permanent basis for her nail business. “When the first lockdown happened, my husband suggested that we use the time wisely and build a summerhouse: a place for my…
Salon in the Spotlight: The Beauty Barn at Heage, Belper, Derbyshire
Originally an outbuilding on Lucy Jerrom’s family farm, this salon studio opened its doors in September 2019. “My dad, who’s a builder, and brother, who’s a joiner, renovated the building for me,” Lucy smiles. “I’ve very lucky!” Nestled in the Derbyshire countryside, The Beauty Barn at Heage offers an idyllic…
Salon in the Spotlight: The Nail Box, Derby
Offering her clients a sunny spot for nail appointments, Carol-Ann Beresford used Lockdown 2.0 in November to create a new nail studio. “I started my nail journey 12 years ago as an employed trainee nail technician,” Carol-Ann explains. “After years of hard work, I took a leap of faith to…
Salon in the Spotlight: Nails by Sarah Astles, Wallasey Village, Wirral
After closing the doors to her high street salon during the first lockdown, Sarah Astles set about creating a new salon in her garden, ready to reopen in July. Now, Sarah works from a pretty pink cabin and hasn’t looked back. “My husband and I built the cabin ourselves, so…
Salon in the Spotlight: Nails by Lucy, Tilehurst, Reading
“I qualified as a nail technician just before lockdown in March which could be seen as bad timing, however, I ensured I made the most of my time by creating my home salon,” states Lucy White. “I wanted to create something unique and to make my clients feel they were still…
Salon in the Spotlight: Chars Gel Nails, Bristol
Found in the garden of Charlotte Cliff’s home is summerhouse nail studio, offering clients a colourful experience designed to unleash nail creativity. “I feel like the size of my studio creates a warm, personal experience for my clients,” Charlotte smiles. “My studio is more than just a workspace for me;…
Salon in the Spotlight: Glossy by Leeanne, Wasall, West Midlands
Having evolved her business from a fold-up table in her dining room, Leeanne Andrews has found success in the world of nails. “I was previously a graphic designer, but I was bored of looking at a computer screen all day,” Leeanne explains. “I wanted to retrain in something that still…
Salon in the Spotlight: SKETCHED by J-A Nails, Larkfield, Kent
“I originally opened SKETCHED four years ago after having worked as a resident nail tech in a hair salon for four years,” Julie-Anne Lariviere explains. “I was expecting my son at the time and found it was the right time to convert my garage into a nail salon so I…
SALON IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Neverland Nails, Glasgow
Seeing quirky detail in every corner, Neverland Nails in Glasgow offers clients an escape from everyday life. “I had a small studio space in the trendy Finnieston district for a year, before taking on a street shop space a couple of minutes away,” explains Frenchie “Fabulous” Watson. “I loved it…
Salon in the Spotlight: Hollie Barker Nail Artist, Castleford, West Yorkshire
When the nation went into lockdown in March, salon owner, Hollie Barker, was forced to close her business’ doors – before they’d even opened. Completed just one week before the restrictions were enforced, her new summerhouse had to wait for its big reveal. “My studio was built from scratch; it…
Salon in the Spotlight: Nails by Alice White, Portsmouth, Hampshire
After becoming a new mother last year, Alice Whitehouse decided to pursue her dream of a career in nails. Working from a newly converted home studio, Alice opened in time for the 2019 Christmas rush and business has soared since. “We had a small lean-to room off the kitchen which…
Salon in the Spotlight: Tranquility Beauty & Holistics, Oxfordshire
Having recently trained in holistic therapies, Natascha De-Bank needed more room for her additional services. Offering a combination of nail and beauty services alongside facials, aromatherapy and massages, a larger workspace was soon needed. “As a mum of four, I needed to be closer to home,” Natascha explains. “I decided to build…
Victoria Adams on her love for neutral nails & being a glitter make-up artist
Scratch chats to Victoria Adams, owner of Lemonade Beauty, about her love for the nail industry, being a glitter make-up artist and relocating her salon just before the UK lockdown… “I trained in nails in 2018 at a salon school in Kent,” explains Victoria. “I then went on to further my…
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