10 Wedding Nails For Bride and Guest: Trendsfor 2024

Whether you're looking for a classic or modern manicure, this guide has everything you need to choose the perfect wedding nails for your style and budget.

Wedding Nails:The Ultimate Guide for the Brideand Guest

Tying the knot? MOTB/G (Mother of the Bride/Groom)? Or are you the plus one who wants to show up looking stunning in the background? We’ve got you covered with inspo pics and tips for wedding nails for brides and guests. Scroll on for wedding nails inspo!

What Nails Are Best For A Wedding?

Your wedding day is likely to be the most photographed day of your life. In years to come, you’ll pull out old photo albums with your grandkids, showing them pictures of you looking fresh-faced and blissful.

Chances are, there will be a good number of photos of your hands too. Pictures of the ring, pictures of you signing your marriage contract, pictures of you holding your partner’s face while you kiss them … think about it – your hands will be front and centre. So while the dress, the hair and the makeup are obvs important – don’t forget that your nails are too!

There are so many ways to wear your nails on your wedding day that can show off different aspects of your personality. Most brides wear white dresses, and while the classic white wedding dress always looks so special … it does restrict your choices in showing off who you are. And while well-manicured naked nails or a classic nude will always look beautiful and timeless, there are so many ways to put a spin on your look and show your individuality with your manicure!

What Colour Nails For Your Wedding?

Be as classic or creative as you want!

Classy wedding nails are a firm favourite, with many brides opting for classic nude tones like pink-based nudes or taupe-based nudes. Check out our classic bridal collection here. But there are no rules here! Recently we’ve been seeing brides get more experimental with their nails, incorporating bold colours and intricate nail art to personalise their look.

How Many Days Before The Wedding Should You Get Nails Done?

Whether you’re doing your nails at home or going to a salon, it’s usually recommended to get them done 1-2 days before the wedding, so that they won’t chip or break. It’s also recommended to try out the exact shape, length and colour you’re thinking of in advance of the big day, so you know for sure that you’re happy with them!

Are Square Or Almond Nails Better For Weddings?

If you’re a traditional blushing bride, softer, more romantic shapes will work for you, like squoval, round, oval, and almond. If you’re a badass bride who wants some edge to your look, you can be more experimental and go for square, ballerina or stiletto shapes.

Keep in mind that nails with sharp edges can potentially snag on material if you’re not careful – which is not ideal if you’re wearing delicate fabrics like silk or lace. And if your dress has intricate button-loop fastenings, you might want to enlist the help of a short-nailed friend to help you into your dress!

10 Wedding Nails Ideas For Bride

Classic Nude Nails

You can go the taupe-nude route with 815 Delicate Mocca or try nude with a drop of pink color like Extend Care 802 Dirty Nude Rose which is very delicate and suits most skin complex. Semilac 802 in 'Care' version gives you extra 10 good ingredients such as biotin, arginine, soy and wheat proteins, head cabbage leaf extract, tea tree oil, vitamin E and glycerin, threonine and serine

If you’re looking for a nude with just a hint of something extra, try shade S258 Naked Glitter Peach which has a beautifully soft, delicate shimmer. In addition this is 3in1 Gel Polish so you don't need extra base and top coat. It will save your money and time for making manicure.

Ombre Wedding Nails

Ombre nails are a great way to incorporate a little more detail into your mani. We love the look of these French-inspired tones, using shade 054 Pale Peach Glow as a base.

These subtle shimmer ombre adds some delicate sparkle. Shades used: 574 Bride In Powder Pink and 578 Glow Together.

These silver glitter ombre nails are perfect if you’re a glam bride. This look was created using shades Semilac 3in1 S256, Semilac 105 and Semilac 292.

Chrome Nails

Chrome nails are having a moment (Glazed Donut anyone?) and there’s no exception for wedding nails.

We love shade 237 White Pearls for a milky, opalescent mani.

If you’re looking for a more high-shine glossy finish, try layering 658 Holo Instinct over your polish – seen here on top of 130 Sleeping Beauty.

Check out our color recommendation for the Wedding nails here!

Traditional French Nails 

The traditional French will always be a go-to for classy, put-together nails. Even better, there’s no chance they’ll clash with your white dress! Shades used: Base 821 from Extend Basees 5in1 and Semilac 001 Strong White.

Something Blue

Something old, something new, something borrowed … something blue! Why not wear your something blue on your nails? This look was created using shades 582, 406, 308 and 044.

Rose Blush

If you’re looking for a little more colour than a true nude but don’t want to go overboard, try light rose shade which quickly became our Top Seller - Try Semilac Extend 5in1 809 Here you have in one bottle - strong and long lasting base, color, and top coat. You can also use this product to extend your nail plate up to 1cm on form or do the fascinating looking overlay nails. It looks fab with some glitter combination. Here with 293 Rose Gold Shimmer

Boho Nail Art 

These floral nail art designs are so delicate and feminine. This is a perfect way to incorporate a hint of colour into your care-free boho wedding. Get the look with shades 002, 001, 074, 063, 277 and 136.

This gorgeous look was created using Semilac transfer foil – super easy for DIY nail art!

Edgy Black Nails 

Some say black is a neutral, and black French tips are an incredible way to add some edge to your bridal look.

Metallic Nails 

Metallic hues instantly make your mani feel special. We especially love the idea of matching your nails to your wedding ring. Use shade 816 for the base and Rose Gold transfer foil over top.

Forest Green Nails 

Ahh, the colour of nature. We love the idea of incorporating this natural hue into your wedding manicure. Recreate the look with shades S253 and 309. Some Irish girls just can't live without green, so this mani is dedicated to them ;)

10 Wedding Nail Ideas For Guest 

You didn’t think we’d forgotten about the guests did you?

Glazed Donut Nails, this is it. Trendy ans stylish. Perfect for the Wedding party

Chrome isn’t just for the brides! Shades used: 050 and 164. You can also try Semilac 218 Pearl Lila with delicate pearl glazed effect.

Siren Red Nails

Celebrate love with the colour of romance! This gorgeous red is shade 305 Spiced Apple. Elegant and expressive color. Perfect for wedding guests.

Pretty in Pink

Pink, but what a pink ;) This strongly whitened and milky pink is always on the Top of the most chosen color list. This classy colour is perfect for wedding guests and goes with everything. Check out Semilac 051

Nail Gems

Add some bling to your nails with gems and rhinestones! See our full range of nail decoration here. 

Colourful French Nails 

Not every wedding takes place in a serious setting. Sometimes it's a party on the beach or an small party in Vegas with close friends. Then you can go even wilder and do a crazy manicure using neon colors

Match your French tip to your outfit for a cohesive, polished look. Shades used: 389 and 446.

Grey Nude

This soft grey tone with a hint of lavender would be a perfect addition to any cool-toned outfit. Shade: 819.

Bridesmaid Nude

Shade 575 Bridesmaid Like You is the perfect colour for bridesmaid nails.

Bold in Blue

You are having a wedding in the summer, in a beautiful seaside scenery, let yourself be carried away and choose strong colors. Choose a color with positive energy. Choose bold blue

Add a pop of colour with shade 428!

Starry Nail Art

Be a star on the dance floor but in good wedding style!

This delicate nail art look is super subtle. Shades used: 584, 001, 387 and 668.

Matte Nails

Layer matte top coat in Peach Galaxy over top of your fav nude shade for some extra sparkle!

Hope we give you a good portion of wedding nails inspo. If you still looking for your color. Here is the list of our top wedding colors. Visit is on IG for more inspirations.