On your wedding day, your hands will be the subject of many, many photos. There will be close-up shots of your ring, your bouquet in your hands, your spouse?s hand against your own?and if your nails don?t look nice, they could spoil the whole photo. How can you make sure your nails look great, even without a trip to the salon" Here?s how you can DIY the perfect manicure.
Step 1 – Trim Your Nails
Before you start painting, you need to make sure you have a nice canvas to work with. Grab a pair of nail clippers and trim those babies down to your desired length! If you want to, you can also trim or push back your cuticles during this step; however, this can leave your nail bed open to infection if you do it incorrectly, so don?t attempt if you haven?t practiced it before! Step 2 – Shape the Nails with a File

Let?s be honest: clipping your nails alone never gives you that perfect look you were hoping for. Now, it?s time to use your nail file to smooth out any uneven edges and get the nail into that perfect shape. Should you have a rounded nail or a square one" Honestly, it?s up to your personal preference. Just make sure that you keep it consistent across all 10 fingers!
Step 3 – Clean Your Nails and Cuticles
Even if you start your mani with washed hands and unpainted nails, dirt and oil from your skin can still interfere with your polish game. To avoid that, take some time to make sure you remove everything from the nails and cuticles. Use a nail c...