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Fall Wedding Nails That Aren’t Just Neutral

For brides, bridesmaids, guests, and anyone whose RSVP requires a manicure.

Fall wedding nails don’t have to mean pale pink. Deep plums, rich reds, chromes and metallics, and even nail art all have their place.

Bride, bridesmaid, or guest, the best mani starts before the color does. Stronger-feeling nails, hydrated cuticles, and a little prep help everything look better and last longer. So whether you’re headed to the salon, doing your own nails, or remembering the night before that your hands will be in photos, here’s what to wear and what to use to keep nails in fall wedding shape.

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Wedding Day Nail Prep

Before the big day, give your nails and cuticles a little attention. A few weeks of regular care can go a long way toward getting your hands wedding-ready.

Repair Mode™

This bond-building nail serum works from within by penetrating the nail surface to build new bonds. It’s meant for nails that are brittle, peeling, or have damage. If this is you, use it once a day for six days, then take a break. It’s a great six-day treatment ahead of your wedding if you need serious repair.

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Nail Envy®

Don’t need repair, but need reinforcement? Our iconic nail strengthener is your girl. This formula adds a layer of strength on top of your nails that helps protect against chipping, peeling, and splitting. This is great if you’re trying to grow your nails out ahead of the big day—just add one coat, once a day for 7 days, then remove and repeat. It can also be worn as a base coat, or you could wear it down the aisle. It comes in stunning neutrals like our iconic Bubble Bath, Pink to Envy (a sheer pink jelly), and Double Nude-y.

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Glow Up Nail & Cuticle Oil

Dry nails and cuticles equal breakage. And a broken nail is the ultimate heartbreak ahead of a wedding. A few drops of this, morning and night, and even after things like washing dishes or hands, will help keep them moisturized and strong.

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To the Rescue Overnight Cuticle Balm

Moisture is key for nail health. So if length and strength are your mission, you need this cuticle balm. Apply before bed for softer, healthier-looking cuticles by morning. For even more moisture, layer it over Glow Up Nail & Cuticle Oil. Basically, beauty sleep for your hands.

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Purple Wedding Nails

Want something a little moodier? Deep purple and plum shades feel especially good with a fall wedding palette.

Medi-Take it All In

A balancing dark purple available in Nail Lacquer and GelColor. A good pick if classic neutrals aren't quite your thing.

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Louvre Conquers All

The dark plum you love, now in a medium square no-glue press-on set with a glossy glaze finish. Ideal for a last-minute mani.

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Red Wedding Nails

Red nails on your wedding day? Completely allowed. Go deep burgundy for something classic, or turn up the heat with a spicy red-violet.

Miami Beet

A hot red-violet available in Nail Lacquer and GelColor. For when bridal white needs a little contrast.

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Como Se Llama

A rich burgundy available in Nail Lacquer, GelColor, and On Point press-ons. Deep, classic, and very good with a fall bouquet.

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Como Se Dice Gel-ous

A rich burgundy inspired by “Como Se Llama,” now in at-home gel polish. For the DIY bride who still wants the gel mani look.

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Neutral Wedding Nails

Classic for a reason. Soft nudes, pinks, and barely-there neutrals keep things polished without competing with the rest of your look.

Baby, Take a Vow

The wedding day classic. This fan-favorite neutral is available in Nail Lacquer, GelColor, Infinite Shine, and On Point press-ons.

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Suzi, Take a Vow

A light, peachy neutral inspired by “Baby, Take a Vow.” Soft, warm, and very wedding-appropriate.

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Throw Me a Kiss

A shimmery neutral that catches the light without going full glitter. Available in Nail Lacquer, GelColor, Infinite Shine, and press-ons.

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Throw Me a Wink

A pale pink with a little more personality. Inspired by “Throw Me a Kiss,” minus the extra sparkle.

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Fall Wedding Nail Art

Want to do something beyond a solid color? French tips, tiny hearts, metallics, chrome, and foil all work surprisingly well with a fall wedding palette.