Cute Nail Studio
East Austin, Austin, USA
About this salon
Cute Nail Studio is a vibrant, LGBTQIA+-friendly nail salon in East Austin known for its whimsical decor and exceptional nail art. With a talented team of meticulous artists, the studio offers everything from sculpted acrylics to custom nail designs in a cheerful, welcoming atmosphere. They also have a second location on South Congress Avenue.
Cute Nail Studio sits on East 7th Street in the middle of one of Austin's most creative stretches, a few blocks from Plaza Saltillo and walking distance from the coffee shops, taquerias, and vintage stores that give East Austin its character. The studio describes itself as a "mermaid lead, anarcho-socialist feminist soft pastel LGBTQIA+ rainbow" crew, and that comes through in everything from the pastel interior to the way appointments are handled. It's a nail art salon first, with skincare, waxing, tooth gems, and body services rounding out the menu.
The technical work leans heavily on Japanese gel polish, which the team uses for both structured manicures and detailed art. Designs range from clean French tips and negative space to more involved builds: chrome, foil work, encapsulated glitter, portraits, lettering, tortoiseshell, and galaxy patterns. The salon runs on Vagaro for bookings and keeps a strict 24-hour cancellation window, so plan ahead — walk-ins aren't really the model here.
There's a second Cute Nail Studio location at 3801 S. Congress Ave. #104 in South Austin, but the East 7th shop is the original and the one most guests picture when they hear the name. Both accept newsletter subscribers' 10% first-order discount, and service industry workers get 25% off on Sundays and Mondays.
Prices
| Services | Prices | min |
|---|---|---|
| Structured Gel or Lacquer Manicure | from 60 $ | — |
| Gel Extensions | from 105 $ | — |
| Acrylic Extensions | from 85 $ | — |
| Overlays | from 85 $ | — |
| Pedicure | from 60 $ | — |
| Soak Off / Removal | from 45 $ | — |
Highlights
- Renowned for creative and intricate nail art designs
- Inclusive and welcoming LGBTQIA+-friendly space
- Whimsical pastel decor creating a cheerful atmosphere
- Two locations in Austin (East 7th and South Congress)
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Aftercare tips
Apply cuticle oil daily and wear gloves for cleaning to help Japanese gel last its full ~4 weeks between visits.
Address
1211 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702