What Nails Should You Do For Your Wedding Day?

Be it an intimate or grand wedding, the right nails can add the perfect finishing touch. Hanna often recommends soft pink hues and classic French manicures for her wedding clients; most choose medium-length, round, or square nails as a shape choice for this type of event.

Make sure your nails look their best by booking a trial appointment a few weeks prior to your wedding and refraining from biting or picking at them.

Peach

For a classic yet contemporary look, opt for nude nails featuring white and peach accents – this bride wore them perfectly at her romantic garden-inspired celebration!

Hanna suggests scheduling a manicure trial and hair and makeup trial prior to your wedding date, in order to feel more confident on your big day with an elegant style that perfectly compliments your gown.

Pink

To create a light pink manicure that complements any bridal aesthetic, try opting for a classic French mani. For added impact, paint rows of tiny dots on each nail to take your look one step further.

With their trendy polka-dot designs and metallic hue, silver nails make a bold statement. For even greater impact, try creating negative space designs on them for even more eye-catching results.

Red

Light pink nails add subtle, yet striking, pops of color that won’t overpower your bridal ensemble. Try opting for pastel hues veering toward white for an airy, minimalist aesthetic (such as this bride did at her wooded wedding in Washington) or experiment with daring glittery accents for maximum impact.

Hanna suggests scheduling all three trials at once so as to ensure all glam looks complement each other perfectly. This will give the best chance of finding what suits you!

Hearts

Good for: Expressing romantic, platonic or familial affection and showing how much someone excites you; communicating how excited you are to see someone new.

Nude nails exude sophistication and complement any wedding dress or theme perfectly. For an eye-catching effect, add glittery rhinestones or sequins in various sizes and colors for added glamor – adding intricate patterns can also help. Rhinestones or sequins also work beautifully when added as embellishments for floral or foliage-themed nail art designs, perfect for nontraditional or adventurous brides!

Pearlescent

Pearls are an elegant trend that adds an elegant touch to your manicure this summer. Whether you choose 3D pearl accents or pearly polish, this chic look makes an impressionful impression for bridesmaids and wedding guests alike.

Start with clean nails and apply one coat of your preferred sheer polish. Once dry, use tape to mask off an area on which you wish to stencil gold tips and fill in with color using spray paint or another painting medium.

Gold

Classic nude nails are an ideal choice for brides looking for nails to complement their wedding day ensemble without taking center stage. Look for soft pink, light blush or peach taupe for an easy transition between ceremony and reception.

This sophisticated nail design exudes elegance and sophistication. Mix soft pink polish with gold glitter accents for a modern romantic aesthetic that works well with various bridal aesthetics.

Nude

Soft pink almond-shaped nails with gold foil create an elegant and sophisticated aesthetic, ideal for brides seeking a timeless aesthetic that complements multiple bridal styles.

@thedailynailofficial elevates wedding-day manicures with this show-stopping design, showing that elegance can still make an impactful statement.

Flowers

Brides looking to make a statement may opt for bold shades of red as an eye-catching accent color, complementing the hues in their wedding dress perfectly. Deep burgundy or rich crimson tones work best with formal ceremonies while bright cherry tones may suit more informal events.

Opting for pearlescent nails (as seen on this bride at her elegant event in Barcelona) will add subtle shine without overwhelming the rest of your look. Their soft hues will complement your skin tone while providing shimmer without becoming overwhelming.

Embellishments

Make an impressionful statement at your opulent wedding with embellishments to elevate your nail design! Add a single pearl on each finger for an elegant yet understated effect for a truly refined aesthetic.

Brides-to-be who like bold statements will find red hues a romantic complement to their bridal ensembles. If this idea appeals to you, have your nail technician outline classic designs with tiny diamond embellishments as seen here.