BY CLAUDIA SUGARMAN
APRIL 04, 2023
Photos courtesy of Fleur Studio
“After over four years, 14,000 sets of nails, 21 members of staff, 3450 clients, 2000 5 star reviews and countless happy memories, it’s time for Fleur Studio to close”
While it’s just a fact of life that businesses come and go, this one hit particularly hard. Poppy, owner of Fleur Studio in Cardiff recently posted on Instagram to announce the closure of the studio. “After over four years, 14,000 sets of nails, 21 members of staff, 3450 clients, 2000 5 star reviews and countless happy memories, it’s time for Fleur Studio to close. ”The post is quite heartbreaking, but beautifully written and filled with hope for the future. The good news is that the studio is still operating until the 10th of June, and all of her artists will still be available to book in with elsewhere. So, I’m here to show you why you need to let them make your nail dreams come true before they close!
Fleur Studio is a Cardiff-based nail studio providing all your nail needs. Whether you’re looking for your next set of gel extensions, a cute and colourful mani or to start that long awaited BIAB journey - Fleur Studio has you covered. What’s more is it’s women-owned, LGBTQ and a friendly space.
Owned by Poppy, a seriously cool gal with the cutest little pup (Honey), Fleur Studio is a clear passion project. Originally starting off with an at-home nail business whilst studying at uni, Poppy knew that the next step just had to be a studio. With years of expertise as a nail tech, the studio was an instant hit. OGs will know that Fleur Studio could originally be found in The Castle Emporium, but now they are down on Church Street! The artists available to book in with are either Poppy, Phoeb, Rach, Izzy, Elsie, or Lowri.
As nail studios go, Fleur Studio’s prices are great. Even with the cost of everything going up, a fresh set isn’t unrealistic, with a simple one-colour gel manicure starting from just £22. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can book in for a “mystery mani”: a set of mystery gel nail art decided completely by your nail tech! How cool is that? Also, if your New Year’s resolution for 2023 was to pick up a new skill - how about taking a nail course at Fleur Studio? Teaching you all the fundamentals of being a Fleur chick, by demonstrating their signature groovy swirls and line work, you’ll be a pro in no time. Oh, and the workshop is currently discounted on their website.
Alongside being the coolest nail studio in town, Fleur Studios are super committed to getting involved with the local community. In the studio they display other local businesses, and in December they held a small business showcase to support other Cardiff businesses - we love to see it. Over the Christmas period they also supported the Cardiff Foodbank, providing donations to help fight hunger.
In her announcement, Poppy has reassured people that her Fleur girls "have found great new pathways" and that "all appointments and bookings will be operating as normal until closing day". So, I’ve provided you down below with my favourite set from each artist at the studio, to give you some inspiration for your next set! Make sure you get booked in.
@pops.fleur
Star nails are all the rage at the moment, and Poppy has created the most gorgeous and yet simple silver star set.
@_nailsbyphoeb
These aura-inspired nails are so mesmerising. Also, I’m a sucker for gems on nails! 10/10.
@rachfleurnails
When I saw this set, it instantly reminded me of a beautiful watercolour painting! The colours are so soft and pretty. Love.
@izzy.fleurnails
I couldn’t NOT include an extension set. This set is giving Powerpuff Girls realness with the heart shapes and the extra sparkles really give it the edge.
@beelsiebub_nailz
Smiley nails all of 2023 please. These colours together are so complimentary and the design is guaranteed to put a smile on
anyone’s face!
@lowridoesnails
Another purple set (sorry, I’m obsessed). I love the alternating nail art on the different nails.
Fleur Studio can be found at 4a Church Street, Cardiff, CF10 1BG and is open Monday-Saturday, until their closing day on the 10th of June. Fleur Studio you will be missed!
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