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Get pampered and polished for the big day, from your fingers to your toes.
In the Shade
Not sure which shade of nail polish to choose for your wedding day? Essie comes to the rescue with their Bridal Collection, a chic set of six polishes in a variety of shades to suit every bride. The sheer colors are universally flattering, ranging from a sweet blushing pink to a barely there buff.
Try them all leading up to the big day to find your favorite, or layer the colors to create a custom shade. For a list of local retailers, visit essie.com.
Happy Feet
Give yourself—and your feet—a rest from all the stress of planning a wedding. For a fun, relaxing wedding shower, gather the girls and head to Cameo College of Essential Beauty in Salt Lake City for one of their exclusive pedicure parties. The foot fêtes host up to 14 guests, and the $30-per-person package includes a foot soak, callus removal, cuticle push back, exfoliation and polish. Visit cameocollege.com.
Perfectly Polished
Paula Dahlberg of Salon Keiji in Salt Lake City shares her top tips for beautifully manicured nails.
Think Pink. Most brides stick with pink polishes. You can’t go wrong with OPI’s pink “Passion”—you can wear the shade by itself or incorporate it into a French manicure. It’s a staple polish.
Right White. Shades of white polish range from ivory to frosted white to eggshell. Try matching a shade of white polish to the shade of your dress.
Au Natural. Modern brides are going with a natural nail. Just clean up the cuticle, buff and shape the nail, then add a super shiny clear coat for a fresh, pretty look.
French Chic. Many traditional brides opt for a French manicure—it’s a classic look that never goes out of style.
Color Me Mine. Some brides do bold color on their nails, like red or a trendy dark shade. If you want to try colored polish but still be discreet, paint your fingernails a light pink shade and paint your toenails a fun color that matches your wedding colors.
Faking It. Be careful with acrylic nails—if you’ve never had them before, realize they will take some getting used to. Be gentle with them so you don’t break them before the wedding.
Helping Hands. If you plan to have your nails done the day of the wedding, make the most of your time and enlist your friends or hired professionals to do your hair and makeup while you are getting a manicure.
