By Tami Yu
Ah, weddings”¦the stuff fairytales and dreams are made of. With all the pre-planning frenzy, you might forget the little details such as which colors to apply for your bridal mani-pedi. Fret not””here are some nail collections specially designed to make every blushing bride glow with infinite marital bliss…

Essie ““ Your ticket to paradise starts with Essie’s 2006 Wedding Collection. Brides-to-be can easily match their makeup palette without any mishaps. Hand-picked by Essie herself, the six universally flattering shades can be worn alone, layered or combined for an elegant French manicure. Perfect for the bride, mother of the bride, bridesmaids or guests! The collection includes: Ballet Slippers, Blanc, Limo-scene, Mademoiselle, Sugar Daddy and Waltz. Also available in the adorable Mini 4-Pack, this is a great gift idea for shower attendees (includes Ballet Slippers, Blanc, Limo-Scene and Mademoiselle).

Full size bottle, $8.00 each; the Mini 4-Pack retails for $12. Visit www.essie.com for more info.
Barielle – Strut your bridal stuff with Shades by Barielle’s latest collection “˜Positive Emotions.’ Featuring seven colors created to complement every skin tone, these lacquers will keep your nails feeling positively healthy. Demure and romantic, the hues range from lovely sheer whites to pale pinks with fitting names like Innocent, Sensitive, Enduring, Love, Cherish, Serene and Gleeful.
Using only safe and natural ingredients (keratin, protein, vitamins and plant extracts), the salon-strength formula is free of damaging irritants such as dibutyl-phthalate, toluene and formaldehyde. It provides a nice glossy finish and is quite long-lasting””a perfect touch to your perfect day.

0.5 fl oz, $8.00 each. Visit www.barielle.com for retail info.
OPI ““ Live happily ever after with OPI’s new Princess Charming SoftShades Nail Lacquers featuring six sumptuous shades ranging from shimmery pinks to ivory-golds. The cheeky hue names will keep a sly smile on your face throughout the ceremony””I’m a Princess, You’re Not!, Princesses Rule!, Who Needs a Prince?, Got a Date To-Knight!, My Daddy’s the King! and Your Royal Shyness.

Already hitched? The Honeymoon Edition is even sweeter. Seductive shades of peachy creams and elegant violets help ring in a romantic life with your sweetheart. The six colors include Matched Luggage, Privacy Please, Second Honeymoon, Tickets to Paradise, Mimosas for Mr. & Mrs. and Sweet Memories.
Available at fine salons (including Pure Beauty) for $7.50. Call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com for more info.

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