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| - The pros: The technicians here are incredible, namely Miyuki :) These girls can do nail designs like no other and have the latest and greatest polish selection you can find. Everyone is super friendly and chatty and if you have an appointment, you are in and out. Salon is clean, and there seem to be a ton of regulars which is always good news.
The cons: Price. I understand that you get what you pay for...but when a shellac mani with design runs you $80+ it's a bit excessive. I requested a similar design for my nails at my local hole in the wall nail salon, and although not as precise as Tips, the technician did a pretty good job (I received many compliments), it lasted the regular 2-3 weeks, and the best part - only cost me $30. Also, as I said the place is friendly and chatty. This can be a great thing, but can also feel a bit like a desperate housewives congregation. A lot of older, richer women frequent here - and that's the kind of loud gossip you get on either side of you when you sit down. Also parking can be a drag if you are not there during an off-peak time as it's located right on danforth.
My last visit I told the technician to just do whatever, use my nails as a creative outlet, and give me something amazing. (Note: I had a gift card so I was ok with an $80 price tag this day and wanted to max out my nail design). She did white with a hint of glitter. Not what I call creative and not at all near what I know she is capable of. Now maybe that was my fault for giving no guidelines, but when my bill came to $65 I was even more disappointed.
All in all ,they do a great job (if you offer exact instructions) and worth it to go for a special occasion (wedding/birthday etc.) and IF you want a design or something unique. Since the staying power is equivalent to a regular salon, it is not worth it to go just for a regular polish.
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