Nails - Bridal Nails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hand in marriage
The sound of bells chiming, camera lenses clicking and guests cheering can only mean one thing – wedding season is upon us once more. A time for romance, soft colours and all things pearl and lace, weddings are a great opportunity to help your client transform into a princess for her big day – starting with nails.
Getting a bride’s fingertips photo- ready needs time and planning. From holding the bouquet and showing off her ring, to cutting the cake, beautiful hands and nails are essential, so make sure your client leaves plenty of time for you to prep them prior to the event.
Failing to prepare
is preparing to fail Whether your bride’s desired look includes floral stilettos or a simple natural nail with a sheer wash of colour, you should first assess their condition. Whether you prescribe a series of manicures or simply recommend home-care creams and oils, this step will undoubtedly enhance the end result.
“Recommend that [your client has] weekly professional manicures in the lead up to the big day,” advises Mandy Cook, Gerrard International Sales Director. “This will allow you to prescribe treatment products, give advice on the nail shape best suited to your bride-to-be (we recommend squoval-shaped nails as it is much stronger and less likely to break) and ensure hands and nails are in the perfect condition.”
“It isn’t just the nail but the skin and cuticles around it that need to
60
be in tip top condition,” informs Salon Owner and Beauty Trainer, Marie-Louise Coster. “It may be that advanced manicures are required by way of more of a treatment, so incorporating heated mitts, exfoliation and masks or paraffin wax may be required for the best results.”
Once perfected and preened, enhancements can be discussed. While acrylic is great for adding strength and length to nails, what might be more suitable is a shorter option that won’t snag the dress and will be comfortable on the day.
Ideal for clients who are nail biters, gel enhancements can do wonders to perfect and extend the natural nail. Applied weeks before the wedding, gel will protect the nail while it grows without causing any damage.
Alternatively, if the bride wants a more natural finish, gel polish stays glossy and chip-free for up to three weeks.
Colour wheel
Colour can be one of the toughest decisions for a bride to make. Planning ahead is essential, as it allows time to change colour until totally confident with the final decision. Why not retail a variety of polishes to your client that she can take home and match to her dress. This way there will be no disasters further down the line.
Looking at trends, it’s undeniable that French manicures are the go- to finish. Simplistic, classic and elegant, it guarantees to match any ensemble and colour scheme. Subtle nudes and soft pinks also work well, as demonstrated on the runway.
“A big trend spotted on the Spring/Summer catwalks were nude nails but updated with a touch of lace, subtle sparkles and
pearlised finishes,” reveals Mandy. “A stylish and chic look, nudes make hands look clean, bright and give the illusion of longer fingers – perfect for showing off that all- important ring.”
Daring brides are opting for bolder, brighter colours such as red, pink and purple to match their bridesmaids’ dresses, bouquets or shoes. Salon Shop’s Ciara Wilson explains: “Certain shades look better on different skin tones; for example, if your client has an olive skin tone you should test drive a poppy red polish with blue undertones instead of pink. Consider the colour of the bridesmaids’ dresses and the flowers in the wedding bouquet when advising your client on suitable shades.”
Art attack
Whatever your client chooses, every shade can be made special with the addition of nail art. Neutral shades can be brought to life just as vibrant colours can be toned down with additives.
A touch of silver glitter to the ring finger or encapsulating pearls, gems and stones into a design can add that extra wow factor to make the treatment unique. Alternatively, Young Nails Ireland offer 3D Flower Classes which are open for anyone who wants to learn the art of 3D Acrylic flowers. Nail art such as Reverse French or Negative Space manicures can also work well for brides who want to wear bolder colours without entirely covering the nail plate.
Ask your client what she would like and make suggestions which you think will work. She will love that you’ve put thought into it, leaving a lasting impression which will be important when asking for referrals later on.
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84