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7 Wedding nail ideas for the bride who doesn’t want a basic French mani

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10.01.2023

By Buro Malaysia

7 Wedding nail ideas for the bride who doesn’t want a basic French mani

Planning a picture-perfect beauty look for your upcoming nuptials? Don’t forget to book your manipedi appointment after securing your ideal bridal hair and makeup stylist.

If you’re short on ideas and don’t want to resort to a basic French mani, scroll down for the chic-est nail art inspo for a set of photograph-worthy digits:

 

If your heart’s set on French mani but you can’t resist a modern twist

 

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You don’t have to ditch the classic French nail entirely—just put a twist on it. Case in point: These modern, updated French manicures. If white is too blasé for your tastes, add a gold accent or pop a bright colour on the tip to switch it up. Alternatively, soften the look with a gradient French tip instead!

 

If you’re still in need of a ‘Something Blue’

 

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If you don’t have a family heirloom to spare, adding a touch of blue to your nails can be a fabulous and subtle way to pay homage to the age-old tradition. Whether you’re opting for an evil eye to ward off any bad juju or just a simple accent for your lunula (read: The half-moon shape at the bottom of your nail), here’s some inspo.

 

If you can’t hold back your inner girly-girl:

 

 

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If you’re the sort who’d spend on flowers for your wedding decor (more than anything else), give your nails a dose of spring-ready motifs to go along with the sprightly atmosphere. Florals on “glass” nails are always a good choice, or you can always try out a more feminine look with cute graphics.

 

If your aesthetic is minimalist yet timeless:

 

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This one’s for the bride who’s not big on princessy ballgowns or extravagant flower photobooths for her wedding. Let your natural nail hue come through with a milky effect (and a star-studded element) to show off your digits in an understated yet beautiful way.

 

If “more is more” is your motto:

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If you want to bling out your nails with embellishments in various sizes, the key to keeping it coded as bridal is to leave your natural nail colour be. Alternatively, incorporate iridescence and an out-of-this-world aesthetic with hearts and moon-shaped details. Or, for the astrology girlies, take it as an opportunity to paint the signs onto your tips!

 

If pops of colour are on your moodboard:

 

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Instead of keeping your nails in the basic bridal shades (nude/white), add hints of colour for a fun aesthetic. We’re loving abstract, negative nail art with bright pops of pink, and for those who want something on-trend: a pretty pastel do in various tonal shades.

 

If you’re a trendsetter at heart:

 

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Bridal nails don’t always have to be timeless—go with your gut and what makes you feel beautiful, even if it means embracing all the current nail trends you’ve pinned on your Pinterest board. Want jelly nails with animal print sprinkled all over? Go for it. Can’t resist a wave of glitter on your edges to complement your wedding gown? Book that manicure appointment, stat.

 

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