1. Metallic Touch

Elle shows us how to add a bit of a metallic touch to our classic red nails. An extra bout of sparkles are the perfect way to feel a little extra-special and festive.

2. Ikat Hearts

If you want something a bit more trendy and outside-the-box, take a look at this Ikat design. More has all the fun details.

3. Neon Heartbeat

Why not celebrate the day with a heartbeat on your digits? Make it funky with some bright neons and feel festive too. (via)

4. Love Letters

Native featured this charming design and we instantly fell in love. Turn your nail beds into tiny, swoon-worthy love letters.

5. Pizza

If there really is one true love in our lives, it’s most definitely pizza. Cosmo has all the details on how to make this happen.

6. CUL8R – LUVU

Brit + Co featured this adorable idea that includes not one but two Vday-inspired phrases. Draw on a “Luv U” and a “C U L8R” with style.

7. Metallic Ombre

pshiit showcased a beautiful and subtle idea for our nails as well. A bit of metallic pastels can go a long way when we’re gearing up for our Vday date night.

8. Heart Layers

Layer up those hearts with some help from PopSugar. This is one of the more festive ideas on the list and we’re in love!

9. Foxy Valentine

Hop on over to Liquid Jelly if you want to flaunt some foxiness. It’s a more youthful idea and the kiddos may even want to get in on this one.

10. Pink French

Pink French tips could be your way of paying homage to the holiday too. We love how the diagonal effect gives it a bit of uniqueness. (via)

11. Blue Violet

If you want to go with a non-traditional shade, stick with a deep and rich blue. Then draw on your hearts in the spirit of all the love around you. (pshiiit)

12. Red Lace

Le Zoe Musings featured a sexier design that we’re loving too. A bit of red and a bit of lace would be quite the stunning addition to the day.

13. White Hearts

Some simple white hearts would do the trick as well. Grab the tutorial over at Julie Anna Art.

14. Scrabble Love

One Nail To Rule Them All shows us how to flaunt our love for Scrabble and our love for the holiday! Follow along with the directions after the jump.

15. Black on Black

Visit Alyce Paris for a chic, black on black look that we’re loving.

16. Heart Tips

Cosmo featured this rad tutorial as well. We’re loving these subtle, heart tips that are both romantic and unique!

17. Glitter Hearts

Of course, an easy and simple glitter heart added to your digits works as well. Grab the details over at The Beauty Department.

18. Arrows

It is Cupid’s holiday after all. You can use whatever colors you like as well to pay home to Valentine’s Day in this kitschy way. (via)

19. Studded Hearts

Demelza’s World added some studs to her simple design. We love the texture and the extra bit of glam.

20. Pink Lines

Elle had this pretty, classic manicure featured on their site. It’s modern, it’s subtle and it’s got its own bout of romance wrapped up inside.

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Your wedding day will surely be a roller coaster of emotions as unique as the big day you’ve planned. But there are some thoughts that every bride is sure to ponder. Here, real brides dish on what they thought on their wedding day.

What if I trip going down the aisle?
“I slipped on my shoes — these gorgeous peep-toe stilettos — and I froze,” says one bride. “It occurred to me in that moment that there was a very good chance one of those beautiful heels was going to sink into the grass and I’d fall on my face in front of everyone.”

I’m nervous.
“I loved my [then fiancé] very much, and I knew I was marrying the right man,” says a bride. “But I still felt worried. I think if you didn’t worry, you might be taking the whole marriage thing way too lightly.”

I really hope nothing goes wrong.
“You want to be that bride who gets away with everything going just as planned,” says another bride. “Ha! It’s a fun thought to entertain, but it’s not going to happen.”

Is it time for the ceremony yet?
“I thought the morning would fly by because of all we had to do — the hair and makeup and pictures with the girls,” says a bride. “But it crawled. I found myself checking the clock constantly and only five minutes would have passed. I was ready to get married and wanted time to just hurry up!”

What will my fiancé think when he finally sees me?
“My husband and I decided to do a first look, and I was both excited and nervous for him to turn around and see me,” explains one bride. “I worried that he wouldn’t like the dress I picked, or the way I did my hair. But I also secretly hoped he would like it so much he would cry!”

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If you’re feeling stuck in a relationship rut, a little extra spice may be just what you and your significant other need. Once the honeymoon phase passes, it’s easy for the initial spark to flicker and fade a bit, but there are plenty of ways to keep the romance alive and kicking! This 30-day challenge is designed to help increase the sweet and sexy elements in your relationship by doing at least one specific romantic thing, together or for each other, every day for the duration of a month.

This challenge is great for any type of relationship, whether you’ve been together for years or just want to ramp up the romance. You don’t have to do the list in order or wait until the beginning of the month to begin — get started doing this sweet stuff now!

Day 1: Sign up for a class together, or learn something new together.

Day 2: Get it on in a place you’ve never done it before, even if it’s just a different room in the house.

Day 3: Find a scenic location, and watch the sunset together.

Day 4: Dress up, and have a fancy date night.

Day 5: Leave a sweet, sexy, or romantic note somewhere they will find it.

Day 6: Make time for morning sex.

Day 7: Stay up late talking. Really catch up and check in with each other.

Day 8: Go see a concert or show together.

Day 9: Take turns photographing each other.

Day 10: Take a scenic road trip, and sing your favorite songs at the top of your lungs.

Day 11: Cuddle up on the couch, and watch or read a romantic film, TV show, or book together.

Day 12: Do one spontaneous thing for the other — either in the bedroom or elsewhere.

Day 13: Send each other compliments throughout the day. The sexier, the better.

Day 14: Go out somewhere, and show a little PDA.

Day 15: Experiment in the kitchen, and cook up something new.

Day 16: Take a bubble bath or shower together.

Day 17: Challenge each other to a board game.

Day 18: Try something new in the bedroom.

Day 19: Have a couples date with friends.

Day 20: Model new clothes or lingerie for each other.

Day 21: Rent a hotel room to get away from your regular routine for a night. If you want to save cash, camp out on your living room floor or under the stars in your backyard instead.

Day 22: Make a list of the reasons you love them, and share it.

Day 23: Spend a tech-free day together.

Day 24: Pull out old pictures from your early dating days, and revisit the honeymoon phase.

Day 25: Go for a run, take a hike, do yoga, or work out with each other.

Day 26: Make a playlist for each other. Pick songs that mean something to you both.

Day 27: Spend a day giving back to the community together.

Day 28: Give each other massages.

Day 29: Rearrange a room in your house. Change up the furniture, make or buy something to add to the decor, or upcycle something with each other.

Day 30: Turn on some slow music, and dance.

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