My apt. is this evening, and I haven't decided on a length yet, nor a tip. My dress is white white, so I'm thinking I'm leaning towards French tip - square, but because I don't wear them all the time, do you think they will look funny? and I shoudl go with American tip - square instead?
The wedding is in 9 days, at sunset in the desert in Sedona AZ.
Thanks!';Fake'; nail length - and American or French Tip?
I actually really like rounded french. Its what I go for all the time. And actually I don't get them very long at all, its just because my natural nails get little white lines in them all the time so I like to have them covered.
But ask the lady they will help I hope';Fake'; nail length - and American or French Tip?
Don't go for either. Get them painted a solid colour, something light and with a pearly look to it. French and American tips can look too busy. Keep them short, especially if you're not used to long nails.
If you're getting your nails done now I don't think they'll last 100% for the 9 days till your wedding. It's best to get the filled every week and the polish will get chipped and wear off before then.
According to the beauty school I attended, there is no such thing as an American tip or manicure regardless of what salons may advertise. Are you talking about the shape of the nail? Squoval is the most natural looking for most people. You can get them done to look just like your natural nail (you can even keep the length short if you want) and they are actually harder than your natural nail. But you can get them taken off afterwards if you need to.
As a manicurist, and girl who's worn acrylics many times, I would go for the pink/white look with squared ends. The fact of the matter is, they are fake and look fake, there isn't any ways of looking natural, so you need them to look as fabulous as possible!
Also, the pink/white will look great with your white white dress. More feminine.
If you've never worn them before, I would get them no longer than a 1/4'; over the tips of your fingers and no more. They are managable that way. Also, since you are 9 days out, you may need a fill depending on how fast your nails grow..so you could get them a bit shorter and go back in and have them filled right before you leave.
I had my nails done once with the pink acrylic and it drove me crazy. To me it looked totally unnatural, like my fingertips had a fever or something (j/j). I would definitely go with the french tip, they have a more classic, formal feel.
Also, just wanted to make sure you know that it really sucks to take off acrylic nails.
If you still have to work, I wouldn't get them too horribly long--you'll probably break one off at work.
The rest is pure personal preference. I'm not a huge fan of square tips--so I round off my nails. I do like the French tip though--I think it's a very clean, natural look, and will look great in pictures. Talk it over with the manicurist tonight, and I'm sure she'll give you some wonderful ideas! Make certain you also get a bottle of the EXACT colors she's using on your nails, because you WILL have to touch them up before wedding day. Also, between now and the wedding--make certain to wear rubber gloves while doing any household chores.
Good luck, and have a wonderful wedding!
I get my nails done on a regular basis. I always go with the classic French tip, because I don't like the pink undertone of the other. The white tip is always more classic and appears to look neater for a longer period of time. Although, I would round out the edges of the nails a bit and go for a shorter length.
Sometimes, when they file my nails, they leave such pointy sides on the square tips. So, I ask them to file them down slightly. Enough that I have the square look, but also enough that I don't go cutting people or things with the sharp edge of my nail.
If you are unsure of what you want. I would just go to the nail salon and try explaining the look you are going for. More than likely, they will be able to work with you to find a compromise.
However, I would opt for a nail that shorter. I've been wearing fake nails for 2 years and I always go shorter for the nails. I hate those long claws people have, that's so tacky.
Short is nice, because it gives you a more natural look, yet you still have the strength of the fake nail.
if you are not used to them then go for a short natural length so it could be easier for you to get used to them. Like your dress is white i would got with the white tip it will look elegant and your hands will look beautiful.
Go for a shorter length, and french tip (Its most classic)! 9 days is giving you too much time to scuff, break, and scratch them..lol be VERY CAREFUL!
Definitely get square tip. As far as the tips go, I got mine done a while back and I had them do something that I can't remember the name of. It wasn't French tip, it was more of a natural tip to make the nail tip look, well natural. That's not American is it? Anyways, I like it much better than French b/c French is so obvious that you are wearing acrylics.
i agree i think you should do a french tip but instead of square why don't you try the circilish one instead
Too soon to do your nails. Even if they are fake..get them done at most two days before.
since you dont normally wear tips...a natural looking tip nothing too long. French is cute. The key is go for a shorter tip which looks neat and clean.
If you have a short nail bed go for a square tip and if you have a long nail bed go for an oval tip. Just looks more natural that way.
hope this helps, and congrats.
I am not familiar with American tip, but I love french tips for weddings. I would agree with the 1st answerer, try to make sure the manicurist understands that you want them to be a very natural length, nothing over 1/2';. Square tips are always gorgeous and are definitely my preference if/when I ever get fake nails.
I honestly have no idea what an american is.
I think French manicures are great looking. Square tip is probably the most popular. Since you aren't accustomed to the nails, I really suggest just a bit, maybe 1/4 inch or less, off the tip of your finger.
I find that really long (claw-like) nails don't look as good with a french and you don't want your nails so long that you cannot function.
If you don't want a french, go with a light neutral-y pink. Ask if they have the color ';ballet slippers'; - - which I think is an OPI colors (OPI is a brand of polish)
Why are you getting them done so soon? By the time of your wedding, your nails underneath may have grown even a little and it may not look as good. Plus, they will definitely need a fill before the honeymoon.
I would suggest going with pink and white, square, short, and thin. They have a tendency to put a lot of get which makes the nails look thick. Also, tell them to be very careful when scraping your nail underneath and when buffing so that you don't have any cuts around your hands. If you have long, strong nails already then maybe go with a wrap.
I wouldn't go with American because they can turn yellow and it'll look off with your dress.
I think the french tip is best, and personally most beautiful of the two... I think that since you aren't used to them you shouldn't have them too long. If you tell the person you are still currently undecided on the length they will cut them down slowly and let you look at them to see which length you want to go with.
Go for the French tips. I find that American tips just look kind of dingy, and you want your nails to look fresh for your wedding pictures. Previous poster ';katie t'; was wrong -- people WILL notice your hands, especially because you will have pictures taken of your rings, which are usually zoomed in very close. Having your nails done is a good idea!
You can ask for square tips but have them round the edges so they don't snag on things. This looks more natural, too, then the straight across squared off look.
For length, go less than a 1/4 inch from the edge of your finger. If you explain to the nail person that you need short nails for your job but want them to look nice for your wedding, she/he will understand what to do.
If you're looking for a natural color nail polish, I always liked OPI's ';coney island cotton candy.'; It's not too pink and doesn't make your nails look dull.
Go for the french tip. They are beautiful and classic. Since you don't wear them all the time, have them cut short, maybe just a little over fingertip length. This way it won't take quite as much to get used to them before your wedding.
i personally like the pink and white french square tips
id go semi short on length since youve never had them before
I honestly don't know what the difference is. I thought a ';french tip'; was just an explanation of the color. I personally like the french tip. I also think it only matter what you like - I doubt most people will be focusing on your nails. Good luck!
Please take my advicve... HONESTLY dont do french tip! i have had fake nails for years and yes i do have french tip but for a wedding i think it kinda looks tacky. i would opt for something a little darker than ur skin color. For example if ur fair i would go with like pale pink/peach. So...i would go with short tips (that way u dont feel so different from ur normal nail lenght) and do something natural! :) ...ive read that french tip for weddings are a thing of the past...so be the Present! :)
I would go with the French tip for sure, especially if your dress is white white. I got an American one time and the tips turned yellow in a week...so not cute.
BTW, if at all possible, you should cancel the appointment for tonight and get your nails done closer to the wedding (like a few days before). Are there no nail salons where you're going? For one thing, they could get messed up and you would have to go back to get them redone. Also, your nails will grow in under the acrylics and it will show (trust me). You'll want your nails to look fresh for the wedding, which they won't if you get them done this far ahead of time.
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