 Kristie Lee nails it: RISD sophomore brings nail art to College Hill

Kristie Lee started her nail art company in her freshman year at Rhode Island School of Design.

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“I started to paint my own gel nails in my first semester.

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Later in the winter term, I had more time, so I thought, ‘Why not make it a business,,,

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With one year in business, she has done nail art for over 150 Brown and RISD students.

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Lee enjoys the mood she creates for her customers when painting nails in her hostel.

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Before each nail appointment, she asks customers what music they enjoy and plays it.

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Her sessions also involve getting to know her clients.

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“My favorite part is getting to meet really cool people,” she remarked.

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