Lo Ann and her team are the best in town when it comes to nails, it's a very welcoming relaxing environment, they have all the latest nail designs and colors, they also offer brow waxing, I get gel over lay my nails have never been healthier I highly recommend File Style read more

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I have been going to file+style for a few yrs now I absolutely love it! For a while they were the only shop around doing Gel-X. Now thanx to the shop owner LoAnn my nails have grown out and I get the hard gel overlay On top of my natural nail. she does such an amazing job I do not go anywhere else! read more

I did indeed go to a different salon, and then tried to come back here, and I sure wish I hadn't. I had a hard gel fill here on 3/29, and all was fine. I went in again for a hard gel fill on 4/19 and asked for a milky French, and was given what is in the photo. It was lumpy and uneven. Later that day, I noticed space on the side between the gel and my nail on my right pointer. I went back that same day, and the same tech repaired it- I asked her to remove the gel and redo it, and she did. The next day I noticed the same thing on the tip of my left pointer- my hair was getting stuck. I sent a message via Instagram and the owner offered to repair it that evening. She did so by just filing off my natural nail underneath she then did a color change since the original French was so bad, which I appreciated. Less than a week later, the nail she repaired broke off. Probably because the natural nail underneath was filed away, so it was just a shelf of hard gel. At that point I had spent 3+ hours at the salon across three different trips, and I was done. I wrote via Instagram and asked for a refund. In doing so, I checked what I had been charged, and noticed I was charged $83. The fill is listed as $60, and French tips as $15, so I was overcharged. (I tipped $15 separately, they asked me not to tip on the card). I repeatedly brought this up and the owner claimed it was for the repairs, and she does not offer refunds on completed services. How was I charged for repairs that you didn't know you were going to make? It doesn't make sense. It's obvious there was a mistake made. I appreciate them attempting to correct the poor initial work, but I don't appreciate being overcharged and then gaslit when I ask to make it right. read more

File + Style - Holiday glitter nails after two weeks. Still lookin good! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Great service always clean and amazing vibes with the staff!! Loann always takes such good care of my nails and my pedicures last!

I needed a Christmas miracle and the staff here DELIVERED. As a nail enthusiast I know a thing or two about prep and care while your nail is built out. I came out of that appointment trusting this staff. I truly was so happy with my set. Also the vibes were great! read more

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This was my second pedicure and I really enjoyed the experience. Nancy was professional and friendly...she did a great job. All the staff seem to work well together. Great location too! read more

Been having some very uneven experiences here. The first time was fantastic. The next time I had to wait for 30 minutes while two people worked on my friend, even though our appointments were at the same time. Third visit they were prompt but did a rushed and very sloppy job with uneven filing and sloppy polish. Most recently, they did a very nice job with the filing and polish, but the tips of my French manicure are a gross yellow shade (lighting inside was weird and it looked normal). I love the online booking and the ladies are generally nice but I'm feeling pretty over it otherwise. read more

It's not a studio, it's a salon so it's not really personalized/private/calm. The service was good. I really didn't like the fact that I make an appointment with one professional for design and without asking me they changed the person. I was expecting to show them inspirational photos and have an original set and that didn't happen. Anyways, i like pretty much my set. Wendy did a great job with my nails She was pretty patient and kind, she listens and worked with me. I definitely gonna go back!! read more

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I got a combo mani/pedi with regular nail polish and left with a cut on my finger from the nail file and uneven/thick nail polish I felt like the file was burning me as I was getting them done but didn't realize there was an actual cut until I used hand sanitizer after the appointment. The staff was nice, but I'm not sure if I would come back to get my nails done using regular nail polish in fear of getting cut with a nail file or leaving with thick polish. read more

File + Style - Cut by the nail file - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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I got a great pedicure from one person and a gel manicure from another. The pedicure was great! But the gel manicure is another story. She was super rushed, didn't let the gel cure after I kept telling her the UV machine kept turning off, did a bad chrome application (bumpy), and didn't clean up the gel around my cuticles because she was late for her ride, which has led to my gel peeling starting off within a couple days. Then after I left her a smaller tip when I was checking out (which I shouldn't have at all honestly), she actually said, "that's it?" read more

Call to make appointment... arrived when they told me too and still waited another 25 mins before anyone started my nails.. a mom came in and dropped off her two 7-8 year olds too get their nails done.. never thought too use the nail salon as a day care but if you trust your nail tech with your child's life.. I got up and left.. tried but won't try again.. read more

It was my first time going to this salon & unfortunately I will never be back. Although I had a reservation, the service was extremely rushed & impersonal. I came in with Gel-X extensions that I reserved a soak-off service for. The nail tech rushed through the soak off process & I could see that a lot of the previous nail was not yet dissolved. When I brought it up to my nail tech, I was told not to worry because I was getting builder gel & that the end result wouldn't look bulky. I questioned it but moved on. Then I found it extremely odd that I didn't get any basic cuticle care once the previous set was (for the most part) removed. No buffing, shaping, filing, cuticle push back or trimming of my nails whatsoever. How do you ensure you're working on a clean, well prepped base without basic manicure care? When I brought this up to the lead nail tech (not sure if this was the owner) I was told that cuticles care is only done when you select a Russian manicure and because I selected a hard gel manicure, cuticle trimming does not come with that and I would need to add that to my service for an additional fee. In what world do you not provide basic nail grooming/care on a manicure? Bizarre. Because of this all of the gunk, debris, glue residue from the removal was still on my nails when she started to apply the hard gel. Needless to say the finished product was extremely messy & lumpy. It was bulky and messy & makes my hands/nail beds look like I have clubbed fingers (no disrespect to those who do). I have never been to a salon where basic nail care is NOT performed before a manicure. It doesn't matter what kind of manicure it is. Lastly, I was given a very rushed design (it was sloppy, off center, and the polish work was uneven). At this point I just wanted to pay & leave because I knew I would never be back. Upon paying, they had the nerve to push a QR code in front of my face to tip. At first I ignored it, but the young lady ringing me up aggressively waved the paper at me again & said "you can tip here or on the card, which one?"The nerve & audacity. I had to firmly say "I am JUST paying for my service" ...I am an avid nail wearer & manicure getter, and I can wholeheartedly say I have never left a nail salon without tipping but I was not taken care of by these people. I have never been more dissatisfied in my life. read more

This is my go to nail spot in Oakland. LoAnn is so creative and does the most amazing nail art. She will work with me to come up with the perfect design. My pedicure from here also last so long. I'm a loyalist! read more

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Definitely the best! Lo-ann is amazing with her details, I love going to her and figuring out what challenge to do next! All these are done at File and style ! Great job read more

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I finally have a job where I can have my nails done 24/7! So I've been frequenting File + Style about once a month to get my nails done. File + Style has been consistent in their work! Whether it be a manicure, gel mani, apres gel-x, 10 finger design... its all been so great and exactly what I'm looking for and at a fair price. Lo Ann and Trinh have done amazing jobs on my nail designs. They can copy something you've seen online or envision something with you and create something unique. I cannot go anywhere else! New updates recently: they only take reservations from the Booksy app. The app is so easy to use to book your appointment(s). For those who don't like talking on the phone (not me, but maybe you), you don't need to call to make an appointment. These girls are BOOKED & BUSY so you have to schedule in advanced on the app. ESPECIALLY if you are doing something complicated I.e manicure with design. ALSO you have to schedule time if you already have a mani/pedi gel or something difficult to take off. Like I mentioned, BOOKED & BUSY... we all know how long to you need to soak to get gel off. Lo Ann tries her best to be accommodating to all customers but of course needs to follow the schedule so everyone can get what they need. We are all busy so try to schedule your appointment in advanced. Ps. Bring cash to tip! read more

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Dropped in here today for an impromptu visit for a pedicure and we were happy to see it was pretty empty on a Friday afternoon. After previously stopping by Galaxy, we had to leave because there was literally no space to stand or even wait in line. After learning there were 4 more pedicures ahead of us, we decided to head back to Rockridge Bart and check out file + style. The interior is way more spacious and seemed really clean. The nail colors were nicely laid out. My pedicure was decent, but where i need to deduct my stars is that the person doing the foot scrub was scrubbing my foot so aggressively i told her it hurt...and then she continued to vigorously scrub the same spot over and over again. It was so painful there are scratches down the soft side of my foot where she would not let up. It would have been nice if she listened to me after i had to say "ouch, that actually hurts" and pull my foot away. Sad. read more

This was my first time at File + Style and I will definitely be backing! I'm typically a one color gel girly, but I wanted to step out of my comfort zone this time. LoAnn did an incredible job executing a nail inspo I got off from Instagram. Get into the details! read more

File + Style - LoAnn did her big one with these! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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I have been going to Loann for 7 + years and I am obsessed. She is such a talented nail artist and she can do any XL length and design with ease and efficiency! I will never stop going to her she is incredible ! If you're looking for a new acrylic artist, Loann is your girl !! read more

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Usually I love it here but I'm disappointed in my full set today. I spoke to Loann on Instagram multiple times when she posted chrome and jelly nails and I told her my appointment date. She said to book w Trihn bc she'd be out. I was told the colors I wanted would be there. I get there and there's no jelly colors that match and Trinh has no idea what I'm talking about. I got a cat eye in dark purple that is not what I originally envisioned. I'm including the insta proof and the jelly colors I was shown today. She did a great job shaping and on the set but I've been coming here since 2021 and feel like it's been much harder to leave satisfied. Editing to say my pedicure was amazing. I love Joyce's work! read more

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I've been a regular customer for over two years. I spent a long time searching for a place that could execute beautiful designs. This is my nail home. It's nice to be surrounded by likeminded people who also obsess over nail art. LoAnn, the owner, works incredibly hard and runs a tight ship. This work ethic has allowed to her to stay afloat through trying times and retain most of her staff. LoAnn is extremely talented and a master of her craft. I recommend File+Style without hesitation regularly. Let my nailfies speak for themselves! read more

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This is a gem located in Rockridge. By appointment only-mostly-but reasonable prices. Great artistic talent there-tried many nail salons in the area and this is by far the best. Wide range of services and open every day. But they're popular so make your appointments ahead of time. Especially if you want nail art I saw Mai yesterday and she did a really stellar job. read more

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Nancy was fantastic! She gave me the best fell manicure I've ever had :) Her attention to detail was excellent and she gave me lots of tips about how to make my nails last. Wonderful vibe to the place too! read more

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I LOVE YOU FILE+STYLE I've been coming here for years now to see either LoAnn or Trinh for my gel x extensions, and pedicure with my partner. We both really enjoy getting either the hydrating pedicure or the relaxing pedicure finishing off with gel polish. I always leave super satisfied with my nails and they're always happy to do all the funky design inspo I bring in. read more

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First time at File+Style for a pedicure. They take their time and do not rush you through, the pedicure was wonderful. They encourage you to relax and enjoy! I will definitely be back! Thank you Lucy on a great first time! read more

I've been meaning to leave this review for some time, but LoAnn just went above and beyond so I'm finally writing one. I've been coming here for dip nails and nail art for about a year now, and I've been consistently impressed with the service. The whole team is great, but Nadia and LoAnn's nail art is incredible. They both do a great job at putting the designs I like on my shorter nails. I consistently get compliments on my nail art. I feel like they must think I'm exaggerating when I come back and tell them about it, but I'm serious. Friends, clients, coworkers, even my optometrist has said they like my nails. The salon is also well run. Appointments start on time, and are completed in a timely manner. The nail color selection is great and they are always upgrading the salon. But in addition to this generally great service, LoAnn is also an incredibly kind business owner. I was supposed to have an appointment for a mani/pedi with nail art last week but when I got to my car to head over I found it had been broken into. I had to late cancel my appointments to deal with it. Ordinarily, you're charged a fee for late cancel (as is typical for a salon), but LoAnn refunded me without me asking when I told her what happened. I was already a happy and loyal customer before, but I'm so touched by LoAnn's compassion. read more

Just moved to Oakland and looking for a new nail tech is HARD! I am so happy I came across File + Style. They have a great color selection, fair prices ($53 for powder dip), convenient location, and easy booking. LoAnne did an amazing job on my manicure and was patient with me while figuring out exactly how I like my nails shaped. I am picky, but she was totally understanding and didn't make me feel bad for asking for her to get it just right. Can't wait to get nail art with her on my next visit! Sure, a strict cancellation policy.. but they also need to protect themselves as a business. This is the first covid times we live in! Don't let this deter you. P.S. don't forget cash for gratuity! read more

File + Style - Powder dip mani - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Have been coming here for months now. I love coming here! Hard gel is so durable and lasts for a while. read more

File + Style - Hard gel nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Nancy is consistently an excellent pedicurist. Very caring and thorough and takes pride in her work.

So their gel manicures are really great in the sense of no chipping, but these gel manicures also ruined my nails like I've never experienced. After 4 appointments with them, their removal and prep process ground my nails down to the point where I'm experiencing severe brittleness and breakage on all of my nails (mind you, I used to be a nail biter, stopped a few months ago, worked so hard to grow out my nails, and now they're down to basically nothing). Everywhere else I've been will cover your nails in acetone, leave on for 15-20 minutes, then will gently scrape the polish off which left my nails healthy. Here, they use the nail drill after leaving your nails in acetone for only 5 minutes then will continue to file down the nail once the polish is removed. When this happened the first time I visited, I was admittedly concerned but for some reason kept going back and they continued to remove old gel polish and prep for new gel polish this way. So just a warning, take care of your nails or steer clear of the gel manicures if you go here. read more

This is usually my favorite place for a pedicure. If I had to judge this place based on my experience today, I would probably never come back. I wanted a French tip pedicure. It came out very poorly done. Usually French tip you use pink and white nail polish. He only used clear and white, and made the white lines really thin. Then I found out after the fact that they charge $10 extra for French tip. Most places only charge $5 extra. No problem that it's higher here, but for the poorly done job it was, that's ridiculous. I ended up having it repainted to just all white. Usually nail techs shape and file your nails, but he didn't. I usually really like this place so I'm not rating too low. Just this time I didn't like it. read more

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Depends on who you go to, I came here twice. The first time Flower did my basic pedicure and it was great! I came back about a month or so later and it was not so great, nails not shaped or trimmed well-Ask for Flower. read more

I have gone to File + Style for the past 2 years now. It has by far been my favorite nail place I have ever been to, i've had good and bad experiences with other places in the past but this place has very talented nail techs and has an extremely welcoming environment as well. I chose to try out different place once while I was out at my university and it simply did not compare at all. I always wait until I come back home because I always leave extremely happy with the outcome of my nails after LoAnn completes each of my sets. These are some of the different designs I have gotten in the past that are anywhere from fun and intricate all the way to simple and elegant. I would highly recommend going to this place. While I will say that it can be a little bit expensive as some people have reviewed in the past, if you see the detail that is used and how patient and hard working each tech is it is well worth it at the end of the day. read more

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Trinh did an amazing job!! Definitely my new go to spot in Oakland. Full recommend. She was great at both designs and the actual quality of the Gel X read more

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My partner and I both got medium gel-x sets by LoAnn. She was accommodating to our needs as we were a few minutes late. The salon has an amazing selection of nail colors as well. We were able to be accommodated for pedicures as well. LoAnn is so good with nail art and making sure that we like the shape and colors used. Our sets came out better than the Pinterest pictures presented to her. We've been to shops where we've paid the same price for uneven shaping and lumpy acrylic so we are happy to have found a salon that is in our price range. The only con I will state is that the bathroom was messy, but that not at all affected my service. I'm sure it was a busy day. We will be coming back. Thanks again! read more

File + Style - gel x médium set by loann - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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With the Spring season right around the corner, you might be considering a new look for your nails, or even some fun seasonal nail art. If your standard nail salon isn't up to the job, I highly recommend this place for their comfortable atmosphere, attention to detail, and facility with nail art. This hip & vibrant salon in Rockridge will tick all the boxes for up-to-the-minute beauty enthusiasts, from Pinterest-worthy nail art to vegan manicures and pedicures using only "7-free" nontoxic polishes and products. For the last few times that I've been here, I usually just stay with the basics - a standard manicure is $15 ($30 for gel), a pedicure is $25 ($40 for gel), and the combo runs $38. Very reasonable & won't hurt your bank and/or pocket, that much! As a guy, at first, I was hesitant to come to this place - despite the many positive reviews & its prime location - just because it was a place that seemed "girly" for me. However, I just "manned up" one day & being in the immediate vicinity (knowing ahead that I was gonna be in flip-flop weather soon), walked in without an appointment & I was assisted right away without having to wait! That being said, it was a weekend morning at around 10 a.m. (saw that they had just opened after a Trader Joe's run - which is right next to the shop), entered & was already invited to sit down & was even asked what beverage I'd like. Once you're there, they'll know what to do. They'll push back/cut down the cuticle (the skin around the white half-moon). You want that exposed. They'll cut your nails down, too. Mostly they'll clean the nails, do the cuticles, then rub off dead skin with a pumice stone. Being a reputable shop, they'll know what other corns or callouses to shave off, too. Then they'll rub lotion on any dry patches. After the nails, all the other stuff is a luxury--enjoy it. They also massage your arms & legs! Courteously efficient and hospitable, I might add! It wasn't that bad & these nail technicians (headed by LoAnn) work really hard & make sure you're being attended to. You work hard enough, so why not splurge for a little in personal hygiene?! Feels good to treat yourselves once in awhile, fellas. Make sure to get your dogs cleaned up real good & I mean it! Trust me, it's going to feel really nice when you put your socks back on & walk out of that place. read more

I highly recommend File + Style!! I have been going there since Feb of 2021 so while not that long I will say its my favorite salon I have ever been to!! I go to school out in Hawaii and got mine done out there once and never again, I always find myself right back in the doors of this cute little place. The salon itself is very cute, clean, and the people there I have found are all very sweet! I always feel very welcome when I go inside, I am always greeted with a hello and they are all very accommodating as well. I am 19 but I love my nails to be the centerpiece for me, I am constantly complimented on my nails and people always ask where I got them done. If you are looking for designs that are really fancy and could take a bit I highly suggest LoAnn, I have requested her every time and oh my god she never disappoints. I plan on going here as long as I can physically can. Price wise I would say it may be on the expensive side to some depending on what u may be looking for BUT please keep in mind that this is hours of hard work going into your nails and as someone who sat through a 3 hour appointment the price is so worth it. The detail and perfection in her work is impeccable, I always have checked in before hand to see if my designs would work and haven't had any problems. If you are worried about the capability range of the artists I would simply bring in multiple designs as backups in case!! Regarding cancellations and such because I know its one of the things people have complained about, I read all the reviews and stuff before I had gone there a while back. If we have to think about this from their point of view, when we cancel last minute and they don't have fees this is time and money they are losing. This is a small business and Covid sucked for everyone but it especially can take hits on places such as this, at the end of the day if u have a problem with it then you can always find somewhere else to go. They have day of walk-ins specifically for this kind of situation if u want to be safe but if u decide to book ahead it states MANY times that there is a cancellation fee after 24 hours so if this is a problem for you I highly recommend just calling day of and seeing if they have any openings. read more

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My nail stylist moved over to this location. I had to follow her to her new home. Vanny has been doing my nails for years and never disappoints. Her skill and detail to every client is superb. LoAnn's nail bar is clean and chic. They are practicing good hygiene/covid precautions to keep us ladies stylish and healthy. They use Booksy to help manage their clients appointments appropriately. I haven't had any issues as other clients have mentioned but it beats waiting around for a confirmed telephone appointment when the salon can't meet the demand like I have experienced in other nail salons. A credit card is required for your reservation just in case you cancel or no show. At the end of the day, business is business. read more

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If you want specific nail designs or styles make sure you're booking Trinh or LoAnn! I've been coming here for a few months now and I can say there's definitely some inconsistencies in the quality of work from the different nail techs. I always get dip powder on my nails and if I don't book Trinh or LoAnn in advance my nails will sometimes end up being too thick or too misshapen for my liking. Trinh did a great job on these ombré nails and explained to me that I could still do dip powder but the red ombré would be gel and she could still do it. They do get very busy on weekends and will take walk ins which can delay your appointment so I always try to book an appt on a weekday. Make sure to bring cash for tip! read more

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Ive been going to File + Style for over 2 years now. So before the pandemic. I religiously book my dip + 10 finger designs every 3 weeks with Trinh. Trinh is consistent, pays attention to detail, creative, and very patient. I come in, show her a picture of what I'd like, and in the end, her designs are even better than the original design. LoAnn is the owner and she does wonderful nails as well as waxing. She does my facial waxing and I always leave feeling clean and a new woman with my freshly waxed eyebrows and lips. Her process is clean and shows good hygiene care. I don't worry about cross contamination. LoAnn is also super responsive on Instagram-- so don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! The nail salon is beautiful, modern, and clean. The back stock is all tidy and neat in the back and staff is usually welcoming and professional. They are clean, and practice safety and hygiene. The minute we walk in the salon, we are asked to wash our hands and wear a mask. We are separated by acrylic boards and Covid or not, I love this because all that drill powder everywhere always messed with my asthma. You have to book your appointments on Booksy and make sure to add all of the services you want. That includes, your designs and removals if needed. If you have to cancel, they ask that you cancel 24hrs ahead of time. And if you have a problem with that, you obviously know nothing about small businesses. You get a reminder the day before to confirm your appt, so I think you have enough time to confirm. I'll continue going to file+style for my salon needs because they continue to exceed expectations and I highly recommend you give them a chance! read more

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I called and booked an appointment with a nail tech unfortunately the lady who booked my appointment lied. I came here and I was told that the person no longer works here and that she now has her own shop. Since I've already wasted my time coming I thought maybe I would give them a SECOND chance... however that was a bad idea I would not recommend this place to anyone. The service here is terrible. They do not know how to do the designs that are being advertised. The owner herself couldn't make a perfect shaped heart. They are constantly rushed due to over booking and the person who did my nails got mad at me cause she couldn't do the design I wanted. I left the shop with clear nails. Honestly I could've did a better job myself. read more