“I would like blue, sparkly nails, but I am happy to discuss the details.” That is a useful starting point—not a requirement to leave every choice open. Deciding whether you care most about the blue colour, large gems or finer accents helps explain what you want to keep.
This example was featured by YUI in BARON Machida’s official Hot Pepper Beauty blog on October 3, 2026. The post describes a blue, sparkling gel design requested with the detailed design left to the salon. Here is how to use that reference while separating your priorities from the details you would like help choosing.
Identify three different things in the photo
Look separately at the blue base, the large clear-looking decorations and the smaller silver-toned lines and dots. Within the pointed outlines, some areas draw attention through large ornaments while other areas leave more blue or fine detail visible.
You do not need to identify a material or technique. Point to what attracts you: a large drop-shaped decoration is a different preference from tiny surrounding sparkles, even though both might be described as “glittery.”
Would you rather preserve the blue area or the large gems?
If blue is your priority, mark the part of the base you would like to remain visible—not only the decoration you like. “Please include blue” and “Please leave a broad area of blue showing” communicate different requests.
If the statement decoration is your favourite detail, say that its large shape matters. Replacing it with small accents would change the size and outline of the reflective area. Explain whether you would rather discuss fewer large decorations or are open to a design made up of smaller accents.
If you want both, say so: “I would like some blue base to stay visible, as well as large clear-looking gems.” The salon will need to confirm a suitable layout for your nail width and preferred length.
What does “omakase” mean for your request?
In this design-planning context, it means leaving some choices to the salon. It does not require you to give up your preferences. You can separate them like this:
- Colour to keep: the blue impression in the photo; choose the precise shade after viewing colour samples.
- Decoration to prioritize: large clear-looking gems; discuss the finer lines and smaller accents.
- Placement to discuss: leave some blue visible, while asking for suggestions about which nails should carry the larger decorations.
These are examples of how to explain your preferences, not a description of what a current booking package includes. Also give the salon your preferred length, budget and any conditions you do not want to change.
Do not infer the service from the photograph
The original post refers to gel, but that does not establish whether the pictured length involves extensions. Send a photo of your current nails and explain the length and tip shape you want.
Similarly, the October 3 post title is not confirmation of today’s menu or total price. The Machida gel pricing guide explains menu and removal considerations in Japanese; the salon needs to confirm the current service for your own request.
A message to prepare for the Machida salon
I would like to visit the Machida salon. I like the blue colour and the large clear-looking gems in this photo. I would also like some of the blue base to stay visible. Could we discuss the finer details and placement? I will send a photo of my current nails and say whether I need removal. My preferred length is [length] and my budget is [amount] yen. Please confirm the suitable service and total cost.
You can add this short Japanese request with the image:
町田店希望です。青の見える部分と大きな透明感のある飾りを残したいです。細かな装飾と配置は相談して決めたいです。
This identifies the Machida salon and asks to keep visible blue areas and large clear-looking decorations, while discussing the finer details and placement. Add your preferred date. If you need language assistance, confirm communication arrangements in advance; English-speaking staff are not promised here.
Send your enquiry through BARON’s official LINE, specifying “Machida.” After confirming the necessary menu and time, review the Machida reservation page. Use the official Machida salon page for location information before travelling.
Sending an enquiry is not a confirmed appointment. Matching parts, an identical result and availability on your preferred date need confirmation by the salon.
