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Best Nude Polishes for Your Wedding Day

By Michelle Darrisaw
April 26, 2017
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Decisions, decisions. When it comes to planning your wedding day, there are so many choices and so many options. What dress and makeup to wear? What’s the appropriate hairstyle to show off your glow and bridal veil? If you’re the kind of meticulous bride who makes a fuss over every single detail, then undoubtedly, your nails will be just another thing added to your lengthy to-do list. Since your hands will be the focal point of the ceremony and your wedding photos, not just any old color will do. Neutral colors tend to complement most gowns, rings, bouquets, and skin tones. It’s no wonder 50 shades of nudes have been dominating social media feeds, with the barely-there color currently trending in hair, makeup, and polishes. But these lighter tones aren’t the same lacquers Mama used to wear. From matte textures to peachy undertones, there’s a modern, au naturel shade to suit every taste and style. For a little mani inspo before the big day, turn to these nail picks, which run the gamut in tone and price point. Nothing in this collection is more than $20, so you can really show off those digits and the fact that he put a ring on it.
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Mimosas For Mr. & Mrs.

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BUY IT: OPI "Mimosas for Mr. & Mrs.," $10.00; amazon.com

How about a subtle peachy-keen color to highlight your ring finger?

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Sandy Beach

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BUY IT: Essie "Sandy Beach," $9.00; amazon.com

Bring the honeymoon to your manicure with this sheer and natural nude polish. It'll remind you of powder beaches.

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Serene

BUY IT: Revlon "Serene," $9.30; amazon.com

For warm and olive complexions, this darker lacquer will complement your skin tone perfectly.

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Montpelier Walk

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BUY IT: Nails Inc. Nailkale "Montpelier Walk," $15.00; sephora.com

Not only does this polish come in a beautiful nude shade, but it also promotes keratin production for hydrating and nourishing nail beds.

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Laurie

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BUY IT: Zoya "Laurie," $10.00; amazon.com

If you're looking for something that's feminine yet slightly understated, this shade makes for an ideal mani.

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Knightsbridge Mews

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BUY IT: Nails Inc. Nailkale Nailbright "Knightsbridge Mews," $15.00; sephora.com

Great when you want to just add a flush of color to your nails.

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Spin the Bottle

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BUY IT: Essie "Spin the Bottle," $9.00; amazon.com

A semi-sheer nude color that has long-lasting effects. Your new nails will last up to 10 days after the ceremony!

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Nude-Real

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BUY IT: Sally Hansen "Nude-Real," $3.96; amazon.com

Fast-drying, clean results. You'll love this natural shade.

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Bare With Me

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BUY IT: Essie "Bare With Me," $9.00; amazon.com

A single coat of this apricot tone is all it takes for lasting color and shine.

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A Nude Awakening

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BUY IT: Essie "A Nude Awakening," $7.50; amazon.com

If you're into more neutral shades, you'll want to give this lacquered polish a test drive before your nuptials.

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Humidi-Tea

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BUY IT: OPI "Humidi-Tea," $10.00; amazon.com

Because natural looking nails will never go out of style, just like a timeless wedding.

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Blushing Bride

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BUY IT: Essie "Blushing Bride," $9.00; amazon.com

We can't think of anything that would look better on your hand, besides that new wedding band, of course.

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