§01 — Studio · Est. 2019

Hands
of
intention.

A boutique nail studio where every set is treated like the small piece of jewellery it actually is. Six master technicians, six chairs, no rush. By appointment.

6 yrs
In the chair
8,400+
Sets done
6
Master technicians
§03 / The work

Our menu

Nails that respect
your time — and your hands.

Every appointment starts with a quick consult — shape, length, finish, lifestyle. We listen first, then we work. No upsells, no surprise charges. The price you book at is the price you pay.

Pricing varies by technician level (Senior / Master / Director). All our technicians are trained in safe sterilisation and gentle prep — your nails come out stronger than they went in.

Classic Manicure

Shape + cuticle + buff + classic polish. The everyday foundation, done properly.

$45 · 45 min

Gel Manicure

Soak-off gel polish, cured under UV. 2-3 weeks of perfect, chip-free wear.

$65 · 60 min

Builder Gel

Extends and strengthens your natural nail. Perfect length, perfect curve, perfect strength.

$95 · 90 min

Nail Art

Hand-painted detail work. Florals, geometrics, chrome, custom. Per nail, per design.

From $5/nail · +20-45 min

Blowout & style

Soak + exfoliate + cuticle + shape + massage + polish. The proper hour of foot care.

$75 · 60 min

Paraffin Treatment

Warm wax treatment for hands or feet. Add-on for any service. Skin softening + circulation boost.

$25 · +15 min
§04 / The story

About LACQUER & CO

A studio for people
who think about their
hands like jewellery.

Aurelia opened in 2018 with one idea: most salons rush you through, and most clients leave wishing they'd been heard. We're slower than that on purpose. Every appointment starts with a real consultation. We ask what you want, what you've tried, what you've hated. Then we build the work.

Six master technicians. One properly-prepped, properly-finished nail at a time. We don't double-book. We don't hand you off mid-service. Whoever starts your manicure finishes it. That's the standard.

By appointment only. We sterilise tools between every client per Ontario regulations. 24-hour cancellation policy out of respect for the technician whose chair you booked.

§05 / The team

Master stylists

Six people
worth booking.

Every Aurelia stylist trained in our chair for at least 18 months before working on a paying client. They each have a specialty — ask at booking and we'll match you. Or if you want a generalist, any of them will look after you start to finish.

Iris Whitmore
Director · Nail Art
Milla Eklund
Master · Chrome & Art
Sasha Renaud
Master · Classic & Gel
Eden Carmichael
Senior · Custom Art
Jade Aoki
Senior · Builder Gel
Nora Beauchamp
Senior · Pedicure Specialist
§07 / Inside Aurelia

The atelier

A space that
belongs to its work.

Six chairs. Natural light. No nail-shop smell — we run medical-grade ventilation and use low-odour polishes. You can stay all day if you want.

§09 / FAQ

Frequently asked

What to know before
your first appointment.

How early should I book? +

Classic / Gel: usually within the week. Builder gel + nail art: 1-2 weeks. Wedding / event packages: 6+ months ahead. We hold a few same-week spots for return clients.

Do you do nails for men? +

Yes — buffed manicures, pedicures, and clear coats are all available. About 15% of our clients are men. Just book under your name.

What's your cancellation policy? +

24 hours notice, no fee. Less than 24 hours but more than 4: 50% of the service. Less than 4 hours: full service. Out of respect for the technician whose time you booked.

Do you sterilise everything? +

Yes. We follow Ontario regulations and use autoclave sterilisation for all metal tools between every client. Files and buffers are single-use. Everything is logged.

Will gel damage my nails? +

Not the way we do it. The damage comes from incorrect removal (peeling, picking) — we always soak-off properly. Your nails come out stronger than they went in.

§10 / Book

Send us a request

Tell us when works.
We confirm within
a business day.

For same-day or emergency bookings (pre-wedding nail repair, event tomorrow), call us directly — we keep a few daily spots open for return clients.

📞 By appointment only · Tues–Sat · 9am–7pm · Closed Sun & Mon (519) 555-0142