Getting nails done for a special occasion is becoming a financial hazard. A set of nails costing $100 is a dent on anyone’s wallet, let alone a highschooler’s. Ali Fairchild faced the same problem, inspiring her to start her very own nail business, Get Nailed by Ali.
Fairchild started this business a year and a half ago after visiting a nail shop where a set of nails cost $100. She found it ridiculously expensive and decided to start her own nail shop. When she began, she started to do her friends’ nails, they later spread the word, growing her business to the position it is now, successful and thriving.
Unlike most nail businesses set up by high school students, Fairchild hopes to continue her business through college and hopefully, one day set up her own store and serve customers at a much larger scale. She wants to pursue cosmetology school so she can expand her nail business and continue to satisfy clients with her service.
Along with setting up an actual shop for her business, she plans on creating a simple website for clients to book their appointments and create a hassle-free schedule. Currently, she only specializes in gel and natural nails, but wants to continue expanding her product offerings by including acrylic nails. She offers pigments, charms and gel flowers to her customers. Her service typically varies between $35 and $65 based on the length and design of the nails she’s doing. She tries to keep her nails as cheap as possible since the reason for this business was to provide affordable nails for everyone.
Although Fairchild doesn’t have any hired workers assisting her with doing costumers nails, her brother, Tyler Fairchild, who’s an accountant, assisted her start-up by managing the financial and logistical aspects of the business. Fairchild also created both an Instagram and Tiktok account for her business.
Being a high school student and owning a business can be difficult for anyone. Fairchild has appointments booked three weeks in advance due to her hectic schedule. Yet, she maintains her studies, social life and also holds a part-time job.
Fairchild has had excellent reviews from teachers to close friends. However, their reviews only capture so much of her talent. Go check out her Instagram or Tiktok and get your nails done by Ali to truly see her talent at work!
