Unless you were on a desert island and completely cut off from the rest of the world, it was hard to miss Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding this past weekend. Everyone was there to admire the couple, their radiant love, the perfect ceremony, and the Givenchy wedding dress. But there was one small detail that almost escaped our notice: the Duchess of Sussex's manicure! To enhance her perfectly filed nails, Meghan opted for a light pink, almost white, which happens to be the Queen's favorite. Indeed, Queen Elizabeth II has been a devoted fan of Essie's "Ballet Slipper" shade for some thirty years. A royal must-have that the former actress has fully embraced.
Nail polish vs. protocol
While Meghan chose this pale shade to best match her dress, she most certainly made a protocol-driven choice. It's important to know that etiquette is very strict regarding appearance. Women must always be impeccable, and when it comes to their nails, bright or dark nail polish colors are discouraged. This is why the Queen swears by this pink from Essie. A polish that Kate Middleton has already adopted, even at her own wedding!
