First Press On Nail Store In NYC
We are READY READY, the first and only instant nail store located in the heart of SoHo area at 223 Mott St, New York, specializing in fast, stylish, reusable, healthy instant-to-go nails.
Who Are We?
We believe that nails can be a statement piece in our daily looks. We empower individuals to express their unique style and creativity through high-quality, affordable, easy-to-use, healthy, and long-lasting press-on nails, which allow them to change their style as often as they like. We believe that everyone should feel confident to express themselves whoever they are and whatever they look like.
Empowering Motherhood Through Healthy, Effortless Beauty
READY READY partnered with Momcozy to bridge the gap between motherhood and high-end beauty. As a leader in artisanal press-on nails, we redefined convenience and nail health, offering busy moms a 10-minute professional manicure that is both reusable and eco-friendly. By bringing runway-inspired designs into daily life, READY READY ensures that sophistication never comes at the cost of wellness. Explore the ultimate luxury press-on nail experience—crafted for efficiency, designed for elegance, and committed to a sustainable fashion future.
READY READY × DAZED: Redefining Street Style with Artisanal Press-on Nails
READY READY partnered with the iconic DAZED for an immersive pop-up experience in the heart of NYC. This collaboration seamlessly blended Dazed Magazine’s avant-garde aesthetic with our mission to provide the ultimate luxury press-on nail experience. At the DAZED physical space, we showcased our reusable, artisanal designs, offering trendsetters a non-damaging, salon-quality manicure in minutes. By merging streetwear culture with professional nail artistry, READY READY continues to lead the revolution in eco-friendly beauty, empowering our community to express their unique style effortlessly and sustainably.
Defining the Aesthetics of "Handmade Haute Couture" in Paris
READY READY marked a momentous milestone in Paris. For the Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2025 season, we collaborated with acclaimed Chinese designer Caroline Hu. This partnership, featured prominently on Vogue Runway, redefined nail artistry on the world's most prestigious stage. READY READY seamlessly translated Hu’s signature aesthetic of romantic textures and avant-garde deconstruction into exquisite, artisanal press-on nails. Our collection showcased a revolutionary fusion of handmade craft and Haute Couture design, proving that reusable, high-end nail jewelry can stand at the pinnacle of international fashion.
Partners with Africa’s Fashion Pioneer, MAXHOSA
READY READY was privileged to be part of a historic moment at Paris Fashion Week. We collaborated with the renowned brand MAXHOSA AFRICA—the first-ever African brand to showcase on the official Paris Fashion Week calendar. For their Fall 2025 collection, featured on Vogue Runway, READY READY created bespoke handcrafted press-on nails that echoed MAXHOSA’s iconic heritage patterns and vibrant cultural storytelling. This partnership signifies more than just a trend; it represents a fusion of global tradition and modern innovation. By bringing salon-quality nail artistry to such a monumental stage, READY READY continues to lead the industry in luxury, health-conscious, and culturally inclusive beauty.
The Story Behind READY READY
Hi everyone, I’m SHU, founder of READY READY.
I started this brand from a question I kept asking myself: why does beauty, something that should feel joyful and personal, so often become complicated, time-consuming, and out of reach?
I’ve always loved beautiful nails. To me, they are not just a detail — they can change the way you feel, the way you move, and the way you express yourself. But traditional manicures often came with too much time, too much maintenance, and too much compromise. I tried so many press-ons, but I couldn’t find ones that felt truly refined, fashionable, and well made.
So I wanted to create something different.
With my background in marketing and my love for design, I began working closely with nail artists to create handmade press-on nails that feel like wearable beauty objects — effortless, expressive, and made to be lived in.
READY READY began with just 26 designs. Today, we have grown into New York’s first press-on nail store, with more than 400 styles created for real life, special moments, and everything in between.
For me, READY READY has always been about more than nails. It is about giving women a new way to experience beauty — one that feels modern, elegant, personal, and entirely their own.