Want a few small decorations without covering the nail colour you chose? Rather than starting with the number of pearls, consider where you want the base colour to remain visible.
This example was featured by HARUSE in BARON Ikebukuro’s official Hot Pepper Beauty blog on October 26, 2026. Small accents sit toward the side of the nail base, leaving a broad area of brown-toned colour and shimmer in view.
Look at the space around the decoration
The base looks brown with a mauve cast and fine shimmer. The tips retain corners with some rounding. On selected visible nails, small pale round details and tiny silver-toned accents sit near the base rather than covering the centre.
That clear central area matters: you can still follow the colour and shimmer toward the tip. If this is the balance you like, point out the area you want to leave undecorated as well as the accents you want to add.
The official post refers to pearls, but this does not identify them as genuine pearls or establish a particular material. The shimmer alone also does not confirm a technique such as magnetic gel.
“Near the base” can mean several different positions
A single central pearl, a row across the base and a small cluster toward one side would create different layouts. To describe this example more closely, say: “Please keep most of the centre visible, with a few small accents near the side of the nail base.”
- If colour is your priority: mark the central area you would like to keep free of decoration.
- If you like the small cluster: circle the group of details in the reference photo rather than requesting an exact count from a partly obscured view.
- If you want more decoration: explain whether you would like a larger cluster or similar accents on additional nails.
The last option is an idea to discuss, not another design shown in this photograph. Available placement depends on your nail width, chosen length and the decorations the salon can use.
Separate the colour, shimmer and accents in your request
You might like the brown colour but want less shimmer, or prefer a pinker base while keeping the small side accents. Say which elements you want to change. Lighting and screens affect how colour appears, so check the salon’s colour samples rather than relying only on the photograph or a colour name.
Also state whether you want extensions. This photograph does not tell you which service you personally need; attach a photo of your current nails and describe your preferred length.
The post title is not a price quote
The original post is titled “One Colour,” but that does not establish that every finish or decoration shown is included in a current basic menu. Small accents are not automatically cheaper, quicker or guaranteed not to catch on clothing.
Ask the salon to confirm the appropriate service and total cost for your chosen combination, including removal if needed. For broader preparation, the Ikebukuro nail-parts consultation guide is available in Japanese.
A message to prepare before your Ikebukuro visit
I would like to visit the Ikebukuro salon. I like the brown tone and shimmer in this photo. I would like to keep most of the colour visible and discuss a few small pearl accents near the side of the nail base. I have attached a photo of my current nails. My preferred length is [length]. Could you confirm the service and total cost, including removal if needed?
You can include this short Japanese design request with the reference image:
池袋店希望です。中央の色を広く残して、根元の脇に小粒のパールを少し添えたいです。必要なメニューと総額を確認したいです。
This asks for the Ikebukuro salon, a clear central colour area with small pearl accents toward the side of the base, and confirmation of the menu and total cost. Add your preferred date. If you need language assistance, confirm communication arrangements with the salon; English-speaking staff or an English booking interface are not promised here.
Use BARON’s official LINE and specify “Ikebukuro.” After confirming the appropriate menu, review the Ikebukuro reservation page. Check the official salon page for location information before travelling.
A message or link click is not a confirmed appointment. Matching decorations, an identical result and your preferred time slot depend on confirmation by the salon.
