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Red polish for the big day... yay or nay?

Hello, ladies! 

Recently, nails and manicures were brought to my attention by my future  mother-in-law, a woman who always boasts big long falsies which she wears very well and elegantly. She asked me if I would do the same but I've declined that notion and have decided just to keep my nails looking healthy and strong at a manageable length--not too short nor uncomfortably long. Regardless of what I do, I will probably need some sort of manicure for the sake of the wedding band pictures. 

Personally, I've always been a fan of vintage manicures... the ones with the beautiful half-moon cuticles, especially when the nail is painted red and the half-moon is either white or left unpainted. The striking contrast is divine! My mother (biological mother, to clarify), however, and many other women around me have advised against red nail polishes and even half-moons, preferring instead the standard French manicure, which is indeed beautiful but just not my style. Is it odd ,incorrect, or tasteless to wear a red nail polish and bare half-moons as a bride? I don't think so, personally, but I know many of my acquaintances will find it appalling.

What do you all think?

BTW, I was also considering a pastel lavender such as Essie's Main Squeeze, Lilacisim, or China Glaze's Princess Grace if red was going to cause too much of a conflict. I'm still doing half-moons no matter what though... ;) 

Re: Red polish for the big day... yay or nay?

  • I think red nail polish in the vintage half moon style would be lovely. I can't even imagine why someone would get so upset about this. Do what makes you happy. It's only nail polish. :)
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  • go for it, vintage classic and super cute , it's sounds awesoME
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    If you do it, you should totally pair them with a matching set of lips.  Vavavooom!

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  • big YAY.

    im doing red polish on my toes at least and it sounds lovely what you are planning.
    im just not brave enough for red fingernails :) ill be doing a french for those...but rounded (hate those square ones)

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  • Oh, Yay! Thanks, ladies! :D

    I'm definitely going to go for the red! My toe nails are almost permanently red anyway because it's the only polish color I think looks best on them! I may even consider the whole set like Nukke suggested... red lips, red nails, everything! Gosh I love retro styles! :D
  • I was considering red too, I think I'm going to go with it now and bring my lipstick to the salon when I choose my color.
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  • Red nails, or very pale pink/neutral nails, are ALWAYS classic, classy and approprriate for any occasion. Esp when you have nails that are not too long. I'd go for the red.
  • In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-theme-boards_retro-vintage-weddings_red-polish-big-day-yay-nay?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20Theme%20BoardsForum:667Discussion:7dc6c329-a645-42df-b323-a7301c74d0bfPost:f05cb15c-e53c-44e4-a3ac-c70871dbed3a">Re: Red polish for the big day... yay or nay?</a>:
    [QUOTE]Red nails, or very pale pink/neutral nails, are ALWAYS classic, classy and approprriate for any occasion. Esp when you have nails that are not too long. I'd go for the red.
    Posted by Knittibell[/QUOTE]<div>
    </div><div>My thoughts exactly. Red, Pinks, and Neutrals-- shades that are universally appropriate, it seems. And you're right! They are good for different nail lengths, especially shorter nails (yay, me!) I'm really excited about opting for the red! With the pale, bare moons they will really be striking and timeless! I'm thoroughly convinced! 
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  • I'm doing red. I love the idea of half moon nails...that never even occurred to me!
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