7 Celebrity Bridal Manicures to Inspire Your Wedding-Day Look

Every bride knows it’s the details that make the magic. The way your bouquet feels in your hands. The sparkle of your earrings as they catch the light. The scent of your perfume mingling with nerves and champagne bubbles. And yes the delicate, polished perfection of your nails when you slip that ring onto your finger.

Your manicure might seem like a small detail in the whirlwind of your wedding day, but make no mistake: it’s one of the most photographed. From holding your bouquet to cutting the cake, your hands will be in the spotlight and celebrities have been quietly redefining what a “bridal nail” can look like.

Here are seven celebrity bridal manicures worth bookmarking for your own big day whether your vibe is timeless elegance, quiet luxury, or modern minimalism with a twist.

1. Sofia Richie Grainge The Era of Quiet Luxury

Sofia Richie’s wedding manicure practically broke the internet. The look? A soft, sheer milky nude that whispered sophistication rather than shouted for attention. Paired with her Chanel gown, it embodied the “old money” aesthetic that has since become the defining bridal trend of the decade.

Steal the look: Ask your nail artist for a translucent nude or sheer white finish with a glossy top coat. Think clean, luminous, and impossibly effortless.

2. Hailey Bieber Glazed Perfection

The queen of the glazed donut nails turned her signature manicure into bridal inspiration. For her wedding, Hailey opted for a soft pink iridescent glaze that looked angelic under natural light and camera flashes alike.

Steal the look: Choose a blush base with a pearlescent chrome powder. It's a glow-from-within moment for your hands.

3. Priyanka Chopra Jonas Romantic, With an Edge

Priyanka’s manicure was the perfect balance between traditional and bold: a blush-toned nude with a high-gloss finish that complemented both her intricate Indian ensembles and her Western bridal gown.

Steal the look: A soft pink with a hint of shimmer offers timeless romance while still catching the light in all your photos.

4. Meghan Markle Understated Royalty

Meghan’s minimalist manicure for her royal wedding was pure elegance. A barely-there pink (reportedly Essie’s Ballet Slippers) subtle, sophisticated, and completely appropriate for a Duchess.

Steal the look: Go for a pale neutral that elongates your fingers and looks flawless in close-up shots of your rings.

5. Kourtney Kardashian Barker Gothic Romance

When Kourtney wed Travis Barker in Portofino, her manicure leaned into her punk-princess aesthetic: a glossy black polish on almond-shaped nails. It was unapologetically her bold, moody, and deeply romantic.

Steal the look: If you’re not afraid of contrast, consider deep burgundy, inky navy, or even jet black. It’s high drama in the best way possible.

6. Ariana Grande Minimalist Chic

For her intimate at-home ceremony, Ariana chose a neutral beige manicure that matched her silk Vera Wang gown. It was modern, minimal, and perfectly in tune with her quiet, candlelit setting.

Steal the look: Go for a neutral that complements your skin tone beige, taupe, or pale peach for a barely-there polish that feels soft and modern.

7. Jennifer Lopez The Modern Classic

J.Lo’s wedding manicure to Ben Affleck was everything we’d expect from a style icon: a glossy nude base with subtle white tips, a fresh, polished update on the French manicure.

Steal the look: A clean base, softly squared edges, and an ultra-shiny finish. It’s timeless, glamorous, and looks stunning in every light.

Final Touch: Your Nails, Your Story

Your wedding nails don’t have to follow a trend, they just have to feel like you. Whether that means a quiet wash of pink or a bold pop of color, your manicure should tell a story that begins with “I do.”

So take a cue from these celebrity brides, but make it your own. After all, the most beautiful thing you can wear on your wedding day besides your ring is confidence.