Princess Nail

I live a stone’s throw away from Princess Nail but the rather tacky fuchsia/​black décor kept me away for a while. However, I’m glad I eventually walked in because I’ve had nothing but positive experiences so far.
Whilst not as cheap as you expect, the nail treatments at Princess Nail are faultless. Manicures last for up to a fortnight and pedicures for even longer… And that is not even shellac! The therapists are thorough and hygienic but speak only the necessary English to get your paws buffed and polished. Princess Nail is open well into the evening which is super convenient for my work hours and there’s something really satisfying about getting your nails done at 9pm rather than stressing about time over your lunch break.
The range of colour options is vast and extends beyond the usual boring OPI offering. The staff’s nail art skills are top notch and they pull off the best freehand french tips I have ever seen. You can also get creative with full on motifs but I’ve avoided that so far.
Most recently, I’ve been skipping the regular polish and opting for shellac which is more sandal friendly. A mani-​pedi comes in at just under $ 1000.
There is a lack of English language magazines so make sure you bring your own.