手描きJapanese-inspired nail art, hand-painted in Oregon

No. 03 · Velvet cat-eye · New

Velvet Leopard

Plum velvet cat-eye and cocoa leopard print short almond press-on nails with 3D gold cuffs

$6410 nails + spares · application kit included

Leopard print, grown up. Deep plum cat-eye with a soft velvet glow alternates with sheer cocoa nails and creamy hand-painted leopard spots, finished with sculpted gold cuffs that wrap the nail like a ring.

Size: S
Shape: Short almondShape guide
Not sure of your size?
Add a sizing kit in the shape you're ordering. The $12 comes off this set.
  • Hand-painted in Oregon
  • Free fit remake
  • Pay after Emi confirms
Product details
  • Deep plum velvet cat-eye gel with fine glitter
  • Sheer cocoa base with freehand cream leopard print
  • Raised 3D gold cuff bands, sculpted by hand
  • 10 nails in your size, plus spare sizes
  • Kit: nail glue, adhesive tabs, mini file, cuticle stick, prep pad
  • 100% hand-painted in Oregon with layered, cured gel
  • Wear about 1–2 weeks with glue; reusable with care
  • On in about 15 minutes · gentle on natural nails
  • Painted to order · Emi confirms your ship date by email

Style: Cat-eye · Leopard · Gold · 3D detail · Almond

Sizing

Nail widths in millimeters. Between sizes? Choose the larger one; press-ons can be filed down, not up.

Nail widths in millimeters by size
SizeThumbIndexMiddleRingPinky
XS141011108
S151112119
M1612131210
L1713141311

Ordering a sizing kit? Choose it in the same shape as this set (almond, as pictured) so the fit matches. About the sizing kit

Application & removal

Apply, in about 15 minutes

  1. Push back cuticles, lightly buff the shine off your natural nails, and wipe them with the prep pad.
  2. Lay out the press-ons and match one to each finger. Between sizes? Choose the larger and file the sides.
  3. Glue: a thin layer on your nail and on the press-on. Press down at an angle from the cuticle and hold for 30 seconds.
  4. Tabs: stick a tab to your nail, peel the film, and press on. Best for a day or a weekend.
  5. Skip hot water and lotion for the first hour.

Remove, gently

  1. Soak fingertips in warm, soapy water with a little cuticle oil for 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. Lift slowly from the side with the cuticle stick. Never pry or pull.
  3. Buff off leftover glue and store the set in its case to wear again.
Shipping & fit promise

Every set is painted to order by Emi in Oregon and shipped within the US. She'll confirm your ship date by email when she confirms your order.

Because each set is made for you, we can't accept returns. If a nail doesn't fit, email a photo to hello@niconails.com and Emi will repaint it in the right size, free.

ニコAbout this designデザイン

The story behind
Velvet Leopard

Velvet Leopard is built for cooler months. The plum nails use a velvet cat-eye gel, a softer, more diffused shimmer than classic cat-eye, with flecks of glitter that glint in the light. The cocoa nails carry a playful leopard pattern painted freehand in cream.

Three nails wear a raised gold cuff, a 3D band that looks like a ring stacked on your nail. Rich, warm, and a little wild, it's a standout for fall, holiday parties, and date nights.

  • Cat-eye
  • Leopard
  • Gold
  • 3D detail
  • Almond

質問Questions

About Velvet Leopard

Still wondering? Email hello@niconails.com or message Emi on Instagram at @nico.pressons.

What are velvet nails?

Velvet nails use a magnetic cat-eye gel brushed so the shimmer spreads across the whole nail instead of a single band, giving a soft, plush glow that looks like velvet fabric.

Is leopard print still in style for nails?

Leopard print is a perennial nail trend, especially in fall and winter. Pairing it with a solid deep shade, like this plum, keeps it elegant rather than loud.

Do the gold cuffs catch on things?

The cuffs are smoothed and sealed under gel, so they sit flush enough for everyday wear. Like any 3D detail, they're best treated gently around knit fabrics.

Can I get this design in another shape or length?

Yes. Choose Customize under Shape and Emi will paint Velvet Leopard on almond, coffin, oval, or square tips in short, medium, or long, at no extra cost.

Will it fit my nails?

Every set is painted to your size: choose XS to L, enter your own measurements, or start with a $12 sizing kit in this shape. If a nail doesn't fit, Emi repaints it free.

How long does a set last?

About one to two weeks with nail glue, depending on your nails and how you use your hands. Adhesive tabs are gentler and great for a day or a weekend.

Can I wear them more than once?

Yes. Remove them gently, buff off the old glue, and store them in their case. With care, a set can be worn many times.

ニコWhy Nico

Made by a person,
not a machine.

Hand-painted

Every nail painted by Emi. Never printed or stamped.

Easy at home

On in about 15 minutes, with everything in the box.

Reusable

Cured gel layers that hold up wear after wear.

Made to fit

Your sizes, and a free remake if one is off.

Size guide

Nail widths in millimeters, measured at the widest point.

Nail widths in millimeters by size
SizeThumbIndexMiddleRingPinky
XS141011108
S151112119
M1612131210
L1713141311

Tape measure: lay a soft tape across the widest part of each nail.

Clear tape: press tape over the nail, mark both edges with a pen, then stick it on a ruler.

Between sizes? Choose the larger one, or add a sizing kit in this set's shape.

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