Est. Chicago — By Appointment Only

The quiet art of beautiful hands.

Virtuous by Valentina is a nail studio built on precision, patience, and craftsmanship — where every appointment is treated as a private, intentional experience.

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The Philosophy

Craftsmanship is care, made visible.

Every set begins the same way — not with a color, but with a conversation. We look at the shape of your hands, the pace of your week, the way you move through the world, and we build from there.

Virtuous by Valentina was founded on a simple belief: that precision and warmth are not opposites. A studio can be exacting in its craft and still feel like an exhale. That is the standard we hold every appointment to.

Precision
Consistency
Hospitality
Longevity

Services & Investment

Every appointment includes full prep, cuticle care, shaping, and a flawless finish. Pricing reflects real craftsmanship — never inflated, never cutting corners.

Manicures

A well-groomed hand starts here — cuticle care, shaping, and a flawless finish, in the formula that fits your week.

Classic Manicure
Clean shaping, cuticle care, and a polish finish in the color of your choice.
$25
Gel Polish Manicure
All the care of a classic manicure, finished with long-wearing gel for a glossy, chip-resistant result.
$40
Rubber Base Manicure
A strengthened, glass-smooth base beneath your gel polish — built for durability and a flawless, level finish.
$50

Gel-X Extensions

Lightweight, natural-looking length without the wait — sculpted to your preferred shape and shade. Pricing is based on length.

Short$60
Medium$65
Long$75
Extra Long$85

Custom Nail Art

Fine detail work, layered on top of any manicure or Gel-X set.

Simple Accent Nail
One nail, one clean design detail — a subtle way to elevate a classic set.
Starting at +$5
Detailed Nail Art
More intricate linework, patterns, or texture carried across select nails.
Starting at +$8
Hand-Painted Artwork
Fully hand-painted design work, custom to your vision.
Starting at +$15

Highly detailed or fully custom artwork is quoted individually based on design complexity.

Soak-Off & Removal

Gel or Gel-X Removal
A gentle, damage-free removal of existing gel polish or Gel-X extensions.
$15

Custom Press-On Nails

A fully custom set, designed around your vision — perfect for special occasions, travel, or trying a new look with no long-term commitment.

Custom Press-On Set
Begins with a short phone or message consultation to talk shape, length, and design. Your set is handcrafted to order and ready to apply at home.
Priced After Consultation

Ready-made sets and build-your-own palette boards — coming soon.

Premium Convenience

Mobile Appointments

Prefer to stay home? Appointments are available by request, with Valentina traveling directly to you — the full studio experience, wherever you are.

Within 10 miles+$20
10–20 miles+$35
20+ milesCustom Quote
For Your Big Day

Bridal Nail Experience

Starting at $125

For brides who want their hands to feel as considered as everything else on their wedding day. Includes a bridal consultation, with options for wedding-day travel and bridal party appointments.

  • Bridal consultation
  • Wedding-day travel available
  • Bridal party appointments
  • Custom pricing depending on party size

Considered Add-Ons

Layer in extra detail without a full custom set.

Chrome Finish — +$10 Crystal Placement — starting at +$3/nail Foil Accent — +$8 Gold Leaf Detail — +$12 Extended Length — +$15 Luxury Hand Treatment — +$20
The Client Experience

This was never just a manicure.

From the moment you sit down, the appointment is yours — unhurried, attentive, and exact. Here is what that looks like in practice.

01

Arrival

A warm welcome, a moment to settle in, and refreshments while your station is prepared.

02

Consultation

We talk shape, length, and finish — grounded in what will actually hold up for your hands and your life.

03

The Work

Precise, unrushed craftsmanship in a clean, calm studio environment — every detail attended to.

04

Aftercare

You leave with care guidance and a standing invitation back — this is a relationship, not a transaction.

Client Words
★★★★★
"The most detailed set I've ever had. It felt less like a service and more like a craft being practiced on my hands."
— Client, Gel-X Extensions
★★★★★
"Calm, clean, and unhurried. I've never left an appointment feeling this taken care of."
— Client, Gel Polish Manicure
★★★★★
"Booked for my wedding and it was worth every conversation leading up to it. Exactly what I pictured."
— Client, Bridal Nail Experience
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Book Your Appointment

Let's find your next set.

Appointments are limited to protect the quality of every set. Tell us a bit about what you're looking for and we'll confirm your appointment directly.

Response Time

We confirm every request within 24 hours.

Deposit

A deposit secures your appointment and is applied to your service.

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Email or DM your reference photos so your set can be planned before you arrive.

Appointment Request

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Email them directly to virtuousbyvalentina@gmail.com or send them via Instagram DM after booking, so your set can be planned before you arrive.

You will receive a confirmation reply within 24 hours.

A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm all appointments and is applied toward the total cost of your service. This protects the time reserved exclusively for you.

We kindly ask for at least 48 hours' notice for any cancellation or reschedule. Changes made with less notice may result in forfeiture of your deposit.

A grace period of 10 minutes is available for all appointments. Arrivals beyond this window may require rescheduling to protect the appointments booked after yours.

To maintain a calm, focused studio environment, we ask that guests and children not receiving services wait outside the appointment area.

All tools are sanitized and sterilized between every client, following professional health board standards. Please inform us of any allergies or sensitivities prior to your appointment.