OPI joined Houghton Bride for the line's first ever "Engagement Party" where edgy over-the-top nails were paired with unconventional wedding gowns, dresses, and tailored suits. I never realized how gung ho I was when it came to breaking traditional wedding standards until I started planning my outfit to my brother's upcoming nuptials (and the brides outfit, for that matter). Who says marriage is all about princess cuts and taffeta? I say, looking cool and feeling chic wins over anything else.

Designer Katharine Polk had models sporting super long nails painted with a rose gold hue infused with diamond dust and rhinestones. How's that for bling? The detailing, beadwork, lace, and silk on the bridal ensembles was delicate, ethereal, and romantic–all adjectives I want used to describe the aesthetics at my wedding–but with a trendy twist. Sigh… now I just need to find the groom.

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