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We can be pretty critical of ourselves during times of stress, especially during the holiday season due to added time restraints, pressure and functions. Between societal expectations, dinner planning, holiday parties, work events, family, shopping, etc., the holidays can be down right un-jolly at times. When our defenses are down, we can become vulnerable, exposing …

You have your choice of a range of red and pinks to get in the Valentine’s Day spirit, but why not mix it up with a sweet Valentine’s Day themed design? Our nail experts have perfected their craft and will transform your nails into a stunning work of art in shades of soft rose or …

Love is in the air! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, romance is on everyone’s mind. While a candlelit dinner or smooch-worthy movie night are great go-to ideas, we at sundays invite you and your love to get closer than ever with a unique treat you both deserve. Cozy up, get pampered, and fully …

The philosophy of wellness and self-care has expanded beyond simply “looking your best.” People want to feel their best, too, and treat their bodies well. After years of experience in the salon industry, we have found that nail care is often about much more than a manicure. It can be a reward, a pampering escape, …

To our dearest sundays family, As I sit back and reflect on this year I feel an overwhelming amount of gratitude- my heart is so full! I am beyond thankful that you are loving the experience that I dreamt up for you years ago. As you know from visiting our studio, simplicity is a huge …

As a busy working mom and major health nut I’m super mindful about everything I put in my body (not only food, but thoughts and products as well). This includes my nails. When I need a manicure (and let’s face it, a mini mom break), my favorite spot is Sunday’s. My go to while at …

Dear All, Happy holiday! I wish you had a wonderful thanksgiving. In the end of 2017, sundays would like to thank you all for your supports in this year. sundays studio officially opened in March 2017. In the past 7 months, we have experienced many ups and downs, struggles and joys, but despite everything that …

New York City never sleeps. People live more than they rest. After moving to the city, I took on a more New York state of mind. I sometimes feel afraid of going to sleep early because I might miss out on something, the fear of missing out (FOMO). I will squeeze meetings into my schedule, …

At sundays we truly value simplicity, wellness, and confidence. Each month, we focus on a topic based on these three values that empower your inner growth. For instance, we  focused on “love” last month and this month will be focusing on “bravery.” sundays hopes that friends who visit us find their greatest beauty here and …

My name is Giovanna, I was born in Ecuador and moved to New York at a very young age. I was raised in Brooklyn, New York. I come from a very big family, I have three younger brothers. I currently live with my parents and my grandmother. Actually I just moved back to New York …

We are honored to be featured in Allure Magazine in the Best of Beauty Directory. We are under New York City nails on the page 74. Our nail artist, Liz, was nominated as one of the top specialists to see for the best natural manicure. As you know, we really care about our employees and want you …

My name is Diana and I was born in Ecuador. I moved to New York in 2010. Currently I live in Queens. I have 2 brothers and 1 sister. One older brother lives in New York like me but the rest of the family is in Ecuador. I came here because my father gave me …

Picking out a new shade might be the most satisfying aspect of any salon trip. However, the colorless swipes sandwiching your polish are an essential part of the manicure too. Why do nail salons always use top coat and base coat with your polish manicure or pedicure? Top coats and base coats play an important …

On the 13th of September we had the honor of collaborating with atelier Zang Toi for the House of Toi’s Spring/Summer 2018 presentation at New York Fashion Week. The high-fashion collection titled, “Luxe Life on Lake Garda”, takes inspiration from the breathtaking vistas surrounding Lake Garda in Italy. The luxury location is adrift with emerald …

“We don’t have to sacrifice for beauty. We are all beautiful in our own way.” We’ve worked hard on creating the best possible formula that is safe for everyone. Our NYC nail polish collection is 10-free, nontoxic, cruelty-free, and vegan. We spent a whole year perfecting our formula to create one of the simplest and …

My name is Saya and I was born and raised in Japan. I moved to New York City 7 years ago in 2010. Life brought me here through a man I married, but we are not together anymore. I currently live in Astoria but I’ve actually lived all over New York – Bronx, Queens and …

I was home schooled with my mom until the age of 7. My dad’s business was doing very well, so we had the biggest house that was isolated at the edge of my village. I didn’t have much interaction with people outside of my house because my mom told me that people in the village …

My name is Liz. I’m from Ecuador, I’ve been here for 4 years. I came here by myself when I was 21. I came here to U.S. work as a nail specialist. I miss my friends and food the most in my hometown. I can find some Ecuadorian food in New York City, but it …

I grew up in a small town in China. From elementary school to high school, everyone has the same hair cut and wore the same uniform, we all shared same point of view towards political issues. There is a clear answer towards anything but there is no sense of individualism. I religiously followed every single …

After a successful modeling career, Thania Peck decided that she wanted something more fulfilling that would allow her to have a greater impact on the world. It was at this point that she started her own fashion lifestyle blog, Catcher in the Style. Thania is the type of individual that just gives off an aura of …

When I was 9 years old, I wanted to become a dancer for traditional Chinese dance. However, there was no dance school in my hometown and my parents thought  I was too short to become a dancer. I always wished I could be taller. I researched every possible way to quickly grow until I realized …

Friday night, I was struggling to choose a good movie to watch. I spent 20 minutes looking through hundreds of choices at Amazon Video and still couldn’t decide. In the back of my mind, I was thinking that I have to choose a great movie to watch, because if I didn’t I would be wasting …

“Because what else are we going to do? Say no? Say no to an opportunity that may be slightly out of our comfort zone? Quiet our voice because we are worried it is not perfect? I believe great people do things before they are ready.”― Amy Poehler, Yes Please People always ask me how I took the …

Beauty is how you feel on the inside, and it reflects in your eyes Last January, I went to a trip in Santiago, Chile.  On one particular sunny Sunday afternoon, I walked around the art district to find some work from local artists. Some photos of windows caught my attention. I picked one up and …

The first thing people ask when they step into sundays, is “What was the inspiration behind this space?” Many of the pieces were inspired by Nordic designs. One day, I saw this beautiful picture: a landscape covered in fluffy white snow,  with a small wooden house in the distance glowing with warm light. I started …

Happy Sunday Everyone! I am so excited to start blogging, and sharing my experiences and stories about things I have discovered as an entrepreneur. I don’t particularly like writing, but I would like to share my voice, especially for those in the nail industry. As an immigrant who has been in the industry for 5 …

Love comes in different forms – Written for Mother’s Day I grew up in a traditional Chinese family. My mom is a housewife, like most of the women in my hometown. Throughout her life she changed jobs 7 times until she found her perfect one – being a housewife. Cooking is her absolute favorite thing …