We’re looking forward to introducing you to Marly. Check out our conversation below.
Marly, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
Music, without a doubt. I’ve always loved exploring different genres, but everything shifted when I went to my first EDM festival at 25. That experience — the music, the energy, the community — cracked something open in me. It helped me step into my most authentic self, and it’s been a source of joy and self-expression ever since. I honestly wish everyone could feel that kind of freedom and connection.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi! I’m Marly, the artist and founder behind Woogity Nails — a funky little brand that turns nail art into wearable, reusable pieces of personality. I create custom press-on nail sets that let you skip the salon without skipping the fun. Every design is hand-painted with intention and a bit of sass, for babes who love bold nails but don’t have time (or patience) for the typical salon grind.
Woogity really started from my own frustration — after moving to Denver, I couldn’t find a nail tech who consistently delivered the kind of fun, detailed work I loved. So, I started doing my own nails… then sharing them online… and before I knew it, people were asking me to create custom sets for them too. It grew organically, and now I get to help people feel a little more expressive and fabulous — one fingertip at a time.
Right now, I’m expanding into in-person events like farmers markets and music festivals, where I can connect with the community face-to-face. I’m also always evolving based on what my nail girlies need — whether it’s easy-to-apply kits, protective tools, or pre-designed sets that still pack personality.
At the end of the day, I want everyone who wears Woogity Nails to feel like themselves… just a little shinier.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
My husband, without question. When I was struggling to find a consistent nail tech after moving to Denver — and feeling frustrated spending $100+ for designs that didn’t feel like me — he was the one who gently nudged me to try doing my own nails. At the time, I laughed it off. I truly didn’t think I could come close to the kind of detailed, bold designs I wanted to wear. But he saw something in me before I could. He believed I could not only learn, but love it — and he was right. His encouragement was the push I needed to start, and what began as a hobby turned into so much more. I owe so much of this journey to that initial spark of belief he had in me before I had it in myself.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear of not being good enough — or not being talented enough — has definitely followed me through so many chapters of my life. It’s that little voice that questions whether what I make is worthy, whether I belong in creative spaces, or if anyone will actually care about what I’m doing.
When I first started doing nails, I never imagined turning it into a business, because I just didn’t think I was “good enough” to be taken seriously. I’d compare myself to artists who had been doing it for years and convince myself I was already behind. But the truth is, none of those doubts were ever about talent — they were about self-trust.
It’s still something I work through, but every time someone wears my nails and lights up because they feel more confident or more themselves, it quiets that fear just a little more. I’ve learned that starting imperfectly is better than never starting at all.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. Where are smart people getting it totally wrong today?
Overthinking everything. I say this with love — and from experience — but I think a lot of smart, creative people get stuck in their own heads. We analyze, plan, tweak, and perfect to the point where we never actually start. I used to be that way, especially when it came to putting myself out there. I’d have an idea, but then spiral into all the reasons it might not work or why I wasn’t ready yet.
But the truth is, clarity doesn’t come from sitting still and thinking — it comes from doing. From trying, messing up, learning, and showing up again. You can have the best idea or the most talent, but if you’re too afraid to hit “post,” launch the thing, or share your work, it stays invisible. I’ve learned that imperfect action is way more powerful than perfect hesitation.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people say I made them feel seen, inspired, and a little more free to be themselves — whether it was through a conversation, a set of nails, or the way I showed up in the world. I want to be remembered as someone who turned her passion into something playful and personal, and who didn’t wait around for permission to create joy.
That I made people laugh. That I encouraged others to start, even if it wasn’t perfect. That I chased what lit me up and helped others do the same in their own way.
And mostly, that I lived in color — unapologetically.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://woogitynails.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woogity.nails?igsh=dHp1MmFwajUyNTBm&utm_source=qr
- Other: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@woogity.nails?_t=ZP-8xph94iVw4s&_r=1
