Nails done for bridal shower?

Gel will ruin your nails. This is the result of a horrible gel mani at a chincy shop. My normal shop wasn't available and this is what I got... $27 later and I should have just painted them myself.

I did, but I don't think anyone really noticed. Even though I didn't have my ring at Christmas when I last saw most of the family in attendance. I always just get polish (not a fan of gel and I'd rather plain polish just look fresher for the day) and e-pics, luncheon in lieu of shower, and wedding were the only times I've gotten my nails done this year!

It's obviously your choice but I would get them done. I tried SNS nails this time instead of gel nails since it's supposed to be healthier than gel nails and almost 2 weeks later, it looks amazing still. It was like $4 more but totally worth it. I wouldn't waste money on a regular mani since almost every time they chip before I even make it home.

@Bee - did you change your profile pic or is this a different Bee?

If you're getting your nails done in Yonkers or Mount Vernon maybe a regular manicure is $10. You can't even get a $10 manicure in Maspeth, Queens.

*insert eye roll*

And it's significantly more in Manhattan.

@gymrat - It's me! Same ol' bee.

I was just thinking about wedding nails! I will probably get gel nails in a pretty and natural color. For the shower I will probably just file them into a nice shape and apply a clear top coat like I usually do. I am really digging the natural and classy look of well kept & natural nails. Get a hardening top coat to keep them from breaking. You save a decent amount of money this way, too....

Don't do it....... they are so bad for your nails in the first place

Another vote for press-ons...I gave another friend who loved them the side eye until I put my first set on. Then I shut up and my nails haven't been without them since. They have come a loooooong way since the 80s. $8-$10 for a set at any drugstore, come in a variety of colors, you can pop them on at your convenience and minimal (if any) damage to nails. ImPress is my favorite brand!!

Eh, I didn't even get my nails done (professionally) for the wedding. To me it's a waste of money because I'm never happy with the results and feel I do a much better job myself. I like the occasional pedicure just because it feels nice and is relaxing but I don't really do pro manicures.

I've recently started getting semi regular shellac nails done at a local shop and it usually runs me about $40 plus tip. Their regular mani is still $25 and I'm in Austin, Tx for reference. I'd almost be afraid to only pay $10 for a mani haha.

Personally I love it because otherwise I peel my finger nails off til they bleed. Working where I do, I constantly have to wash my hands and use alcohol rubs but it still lasts.

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I would. Gel polish is amazing! I'm not crazy about acrylics either.

I love gel. It helps keep my nails strong. So i did gel for the last few months prior to my wedding to make sure they would look big day ready.

I love getting my nails done but wether I get gel or regular they always chip! I'm on long island a mani run between 10-15 and gel is 25-40 depending on what u get.

Jamberry is super popular over here in AUS! I just looked it up and you guys have it in the US too.

https://www.jamberry.com/us/en/

Check it out! No damage to your nails and there are some awesome patterns

I got gel nails and it worked out well. I really like them and now get fills every couple of weeks.

Hi ladies! I am actually a Jamberry nails rep in the US and we have some great designs that are perfect weddings/showers/etc. One sheet of nails wraps gives you 4 manicures, or approx. 2 manicures and 2 pedicures for $15. That works out to about $4 per mani/pedi. We have over 300 designs to choose from so there is something for everyone. They are super easy to apply and don't damage your nails. We also have a Gel Enamel system that uses an LED light and all our gel enamel and nail lacquer is 5 free which means it is free of harmful chemicals and is gluten free. You can check more at my website mkitson.jamberry.com or you can follow me on Facebook at facebook.com/jamminmel15