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    Nails by District

    4.6 (90 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Services - Nails by District

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    Dip manicure with acrylic tip
    Haniyyah B.

    Great pricing and excellent service! The staff was friendly and engaging but didn't overdo it, which I appreciated. The aesthetics were on point--clean, comfortable, and well-organized with everything you'd need. This is officially the only place I'll recommend in Dupont from now on! Just a heads-up: be mindful the color pairing with gel colors and dip colors as they don't always match.

    Front of store - The image shows the storefront of Nails by District, a nail salon, situated on a city sidewalk. The storefront features a glass door with business hours and information, and a yellow awning extends over the sidewalk. A chalkboard sign on the sidewalk lists services and prices. The street scene includes pedestrians and buildings in the background, with sunlight casting shadows on the sidewalk.
    Natalie M.

    I'm glad to find a salon that knows how to do real dip powder nails. On both of my visits, my nails were finished within 40 minutes and my appointment started on time. The nail technician did a great job on my nails and I did not have to place my hands under the damaging UV lights. The location is a 5-minute walk from the Dupont Metro, which is very convenient. You can email or call to make an appointment; however, the option to book online would make the process even smoother. I was offered tea or filtered water during my visits; however, I would have preferred a small bottle of water to keep it covered when others were coughing in the salon. I'm looking forward to returning on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday when the salon offers a $5 discount on dip powder, pedicures, and gel manicures.

    Nails - The image depicts a close-up of a person's left hand with manicured nails painted in a light pink color and decorated with white polka dots. The hand is positioned against a concrete sidewalk, with shadows of people walking visible in the background. The person is wearing a brown, knitted sweater, and part of their white sneaker and black pants are also visible in the lower part of the image.
    Shannon F.

    Had a great experience at Nails by District! They did an incredible job and it was quick and the salon was very clean. Will definitely go back

    Yellow dip with Thao - A close-up of a hand with manicured nails, featuring a combination of pastel colors such as cream and light purple. The nails are shaped in an almond style, and some have a subtle design or gradient effect. The background shows an indoor environment with a gray wall and a lamp, indicating a setting like a nail salon or a home. The skin appears moisturized and well-maintained.
    Anh T.

    Thao was great. Clean cuticles, great dip application. Atmosphere of the salon was clean and good energy. Would return for another set!

    A person's left hand is raised outdoors, displaying dark red nail polish, a gold ring, and a gold watch with a black face. The background features a city street with parked cars, trees, and a historic building with turrets, under a partly cloudy sky.
    Samina M.

    The best manicure I have gotten in DC! The staff at Nails by District are so welcoming and allow you to truly relax during their services. Very clean and hygienic work stations. Each manicurist takes their time to ensure you are satisfied with the color, shape, and polish type. They never fail to impress me! Be sure to come in on the weekdays for the happy hour nail deals. My new favorite nail spot in the district :)

    A close-up of a person's left hand displaying manicured nails painted with a pearlescent pink polish. The hand is positioned against a sidewalk with concrete tiles and a manhole cover visible in the background. The person is wearing a gold ring on the ring finger and has a light skin tone.
    Cassidy D.

    Since moving to DC in 2019, I had never had a regular nail salon or nail tech. Everything changed when I moved to the neighborhood. I cannot recommend Vivian enough! I get dip manicures with her that last 6 weeks and could go longer. Her shaping is impeccable. Salon is clean and well organized. Everyone is friendly! I would call and make an appointment ahead of time.

    Poorly "fixed" nail, after breaking just two days after getting them done. - A single finger with a dark, glossy nail polish is shown in close-up, positioned vertically. The background is a plain, textured wall with a neutral color, providing a simple setting for the focus on the nail.

    Had a nail break just two days after they were done here, nothing crazy on my part. Pictured is the "fixed" nail they charged me even more $$$ for, crooked with a giant bubble. Nail tech acted like nothing was wrong with it. A friend said the same thing had happened to her, but her nail was fixed for no additional charge, so I'm not sure what the deciding factor was there. Poor customer service.

    Dip nails with design - The image depicts a close-up of a person's hand with neatly manicured nails painted in a soft pink color. The ring finger nail features a small red heart outline. The hand is positioned outdoors, with sunlight illuminating the nails and casting shadows. The person is wearing a black jacket, and the background includes a sidewalk and a building with large windows, suggesting an urban setting.
    Chloe M.

    Love Nails by District! They do awesome dip powder nails and the staff is all lovely. My manicures never chip and I can go 3-4 weeks before I have to come back. They're also great at helping me choose a color when I bring in a photo for inspiration. I highly recommend this salon!

    dip manicure by vivian - A close-up image of a person's left hand shows five fingers with white, glossy, square-shaped manicured nails. The hand is positioned over a gray surface featuring a white, intricate, decorative pattern. The background includes a blurred section of a wooden surface, emphasizing the focus on the hand and nails.

    I've been going here for about 2 years now for dip manicures and it is great!! very clean and everyone is so nice. GO TO VIVIAN!!!! she is amazing!! just hit my two year anniversary with her and all my friends go to her now too lol. she is the best :)

    Dana W.

    My nails look so great! Ready for halloween! And it's the first time I try dip manicure! And ombrè manicure! And, they're really friendly!Definitely recommend!

    Shaibya D.

    I've been a regular at Nails by District for over a year and I've loved my nails every single time!! The place is very clean and accommodating, I rarely have to wait, and they have an excellent color selection. Ask for Thao - she's highly skilled, pays meticulous attention to detail, AND is a great hypewoman. :)

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    11 months ago

    Very clean and professional. Best on the Avenue! Accommodate special requests and help you find the exact color of polish

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    Best gel manicure I've ever had!! Anna was amazing and I had to make a standing appointment with her! Can't wait to go back

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    Ask the Community - Nails by District

    Do you do TAP hybrid nails? Or would you take them off and put on gel or dip for me?

    Hii... Yes, we do have Tap Hybrid nails. We do have all types of nails services here. If u like, please call the shop to make an appointment. 202-507-8850 thanks

    Hi, do you do apres x gel?

    Hi, yes we do.

    How much would that cost to get rid of gel nail and trim nails?

    Hii...if u just want to cut nails only will be $12

    Is there easy parking around the salon?

    Yes, meters and street parking

    How much is a dip powder manicure?

    $55 on natural nails.

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    Review Highlights - Nails by District

    Despite the location change, my nails have been consistently done with exceptional work by nail tech Vivian.

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    I thoroughly appreciate a beautifully decorated space with quality service to match. This was my…read morefirst time visiting and I will indeed return again! Thank you to Marlon, for running a tight ship at the front desk and offering great check in services. Of course Marlon did it all from checking guests in, to providing them with beverages as needed. Thank you so much Marlon for your hard work and hospitality. Next, the ambiance in this place can whisk you away and make you melt into the chair. It was so peaceful and professional and a girl can get with that! My nail technician, Nelida, was absolutely sweet and accommodating as she started off a little rough when doing the cuticles on one of my feet and after I expressed it, she immediately adjusted and continued to check on me along the way. Her services were excellent and she massaged away all of the stress in my feet. What an experience! I would say that the pedicure basins are cute but felt a little crammed and that was because of the items that the staff needed to place on top of it in order to do your nails. But, this didn't deter me from the services because the experience was worth my time and money! Definitely recommend this place for the person looking to get away and enjoy quality service! They are very eco-friendly and clean-something I truly admire. Cannot wait to visit again!

    Minus one star for the absence of massage chairs. The place is really cutesy, and the staff are…read morewarm, welcoming, and friendly. They offer a variety of beverages while you're being pampered. My man and I visited for a pedicure, and it was nice that they seated us together. Back home in California, I have a specific technician who does my pedicures--she's not afraid to dig in and tackle ingrown nails. The person I had while visiting had a gentler approach, despite my request to dig. It was clear she wasn't very experienced, though she was sweet as pie. On the plus side, she did an outstanding job with polishing my toes.

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    I wish I lived in DC so I could make Gloss Bar my normal nail salon. I made a last minute…read moreappointment to get a gel overlay and just took a chance on the tech. Ashima was AMAZING! My nails have never looked so good. She was so friendly and chatty as well. The salon is clean and pretty. You have a choice of drinks both adult and soft drinks. The amount of colors from which to choose is almost overwhelming. The front desk staff was awesome, making sure I understood what service I had booked. 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

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    I had a great time at Casabella Salon! My nail tech was super kind and attentive. When one of my…read morenails chipped as I was leaving, she insisted on fixing it and took such kind care to make sure I was happy with what I was leaving with. I got a gel manicure and pedicure for $75 before tip. If I'm in the Georgetown area the next time I need a pampering, I would definitely come back.

    For the record, I rolled my jeans up! You can see the crease marks. I took the photo after…read moreunrolling my jeans to show how wet she got them instead of minding how much water she was splashing up my leg during the pedicure. I've been getting my nails done for over 25 years. I think I know how to roll up my pants if wearing them and obviously was taken aback when she wet them carelessly and it was in the dead of winter! So I left freezing until I could get to my car. The more appropriate response from "the owner" would have been to apologize than giving excuses bc this was, in my 25 years of getting my nails done, one of the worse experiences. And it was worse bc I brought 2 guests with me who were equally disappointed (no skilled techs available for our appt who could perform certain nail techniques) and they were rightfully flabbergasted by his response to my review as well. I hold firm that you should look elsewhere for better service and selections. Update: The owner has conveniently removed his original response which was snark and very rude. And has left an updated one here. Yes I'm responding to an older review bc your rudeness has not been forgotten. And I just learned I could add an update to your initial assertion that I should have worn better jeans. Along with many other excuses and no apology. I brought multiple women to your business that evening. None of us have ever returned nor do we ever plan to.

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