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Inside the Mirelle atelier

Before it is worn, it is listened to, drawn and made.

These original process studies show how Mirelle moves from atmosphere and material to a considered short or medium-short commission. They are studio demonstrations, never invented client stories.

Original Mirelle nail design inspiration moodboardOriginal atelier process study

Three atelier movements

Inspiration is translated—not copied.

A private commission can begin with jewellery, fabric, a flower, a room or a memory. Mirelle studies the feeling underneath the reference, draws an original response, then refines every surface by hand.

Original Mirelle material and colour inspiration study
Atelier process 01 · Inspiration and material
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We begin with what the reference makes you feel.

Light, texture, symbolism and the rhythm of the occasion are separated from the source image. The moodboard keeps only the elements that can become a new, personal visual language.

Original Mirelle ten-nail design sketch study
Atelier process 02 · Proportion and drawing
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Ten pieces are composed as one quiet rhythm.

The sketch tests colour balance, negative space, relief and the relationship between statement nails and quieter supporting details—all within short and medium-short proportions.

Mirelle hand-finishing an original short oval nail study
Atelier process 03 · Hand finishing
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The final character lives in small adjustments.

Pearl, crystal, metallic line and optical finish are placed and reviewed one element at a time. The approved design remains the guide; handmade variation gives the work its individual presence.

The private sequence

A clear path, with approval held at every important turn.

  1. 01The private brief
  2. 02The visual study
  3. 03The design proposal
  4. 04Client approval
  5. 05Hand making

For Mirelle clients

Would you like your commission to enter the archive?

If you have received a Mirelle commission, you may return photographs and a few words to the atelier. We will confirm exactly what may be published before anything appears online.

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Your commission

A future story can begin with one private conversation.

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