West end Toronto nail salons to jazz up your hands
Whether you’re getting a relaxing mani-pedi or a quick polish change, a brilliant set of manicured hands (and toes) can help make any outfit pop. But first things first – you need to find a clean and service-oriented salon to do the job right. If you're in the west end, these nail salons top the list.
B Suite
132A Atlantic Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 1X9Raise your standards to a new level by booking an appointment at this celeb hotspot in Liberty Village. B. Suite has taken care of tips and toes for CTV, CityTV and Corus Entertainment on-air personalities, and they’ve had a direct hand in L’Oreal Fashion Week. So, in other words, you’re getting absolutely top-notch service, probably the best in the entire city.
Sekai Nail
968 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G8The only thing you have to remember is don’t come on a Monday because that’s when they’re closed. Other than that, the only thing you have to do is show up and they’ll take care of the rest. The cool white décor will put you in the perfect headspace for relaxation, while the skilled staff carries things on to the end. You’ll be tempted to add on another treatment, like a scalp massage or eyebrow threading, so indulge yourself.
Gioia Beauty Bar
20 Joe Shuster Way, Toronto, ON M6K 0A3When you’re trying to stick to a budget but you also want to look a little more glamorous, stop by this cheap and cheerful nail salon with west end locations in Liberty Village and on St. Clair West. Manicures are on the more affordable side in the city but you still get more than your fair share of colours and styles. You can choose from acrylic, natural nail, gel, wraps, fibreglass or airbrushed tips.
X Nails & Spa Ltd
111 Jefferson Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 3E4The décor is a little on the plain side, but luckily that’s absolutely no reflection on the quality of products and service. There’s what seems like thousands of colours to choose from and no matter what you settle on, opt for the shellac finishing so it looks beautiful for a long time. You can make an appointment but the vibe is so laidback and casual, you’d probably be best off just popping in after work.
The Ten Spot
749 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1G1They’re urban, they’re hip and they’re conveniently located on Queen Street just west of Bathurst (or at multiple other locations around the downtown). When you arrive, you’ll be offered a beverage and a small snack. It’ll be tempting to pick up one of the many magazines or watch sitcoms on the TV, but you came here for a purpose and that’s to have your nails done in style. You’ll have to make an appointment online before going in, but doing it that way lets you pick your nail tech.
