Anne Hathaway Nails: Anne Hathaway debuted a striking new nail trend over the weekend.
The actress stepped out for the world premiere of her latest film, "The End of Oak Street," in California.
Most headlines focused on her baby bump reveal. But her manicure deserves its own moment.
Hathaway wore a sheer, milky white polish with a glassy, almost wet-looking finish.
Celebrity nail artist Tom Bachik created the look.
He's known for his work with A-list clients like Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, and Hailee Steinfeld.
Bachik has given the style a name: the "coconut jelly gloss mani." He shared details of the design with Cosmopolitan.
"We wanted a manicure that felt fresh, clean, and interesting," Bachik told the outlet. He explained the team chose a semi-opaque white polish.
The goal was subtle coverage without losing depth. He said the word "coconut" captured the summery, milky white shade perfectly.
Bachik also posted the look on Instagram. He captioned the photo as a tribute to Hathaway's premiere night in Los Angeles.
In the post, he broke down his process step by step.
According to Bachik, opacity is the key to the look. The polish isn't a solid, bright white. Instead, it has a translucent, jelly-like quality.
The glossy top coat gives nails a just-left-the-salon shine. Bachik started with what he calls the "perfect prep."
He used his own Tom Bachik x Tweezerman tool line for this step. He then applied Essie Nail Art Studio Jelly Gloss Polish in the shade Arctic Jelly.
The finished manicure has a quiet-luxury appeal. It pairs well with nearly any outfit. It works for red carpet events and everyday wear alike.
How to Recreate the Coconut Jelly Manicure at Home
Bachik shared his exact method for achieving the look. Start with clean, well-shaped nails.
"Prep is everything," Bachik said. He recommends using quality tools for filing and cuticle care.
He also pointed to a seasonal shift in nail trends. "It's summer, people are active, and shorter nails are the trend," he said.
For Hathaway, he chose a soft square shape. It's strong but not cut straight across.
Next, apply a clear base coat. This step protects the natural nail. Then add one to two coats of a sheer white polish.
Let each layer stay slightly translucent. This creates the signature jelly effect.
Keep layering until you reach your preferred milky opacity. Finish with a high-shine top coat to complete the glassy finish.
About the Expert
Tom Bachik is a celebrity nail artist and a Tweezerman Pro Partner.
His client list includes Anne Hathaway and Selena Gomez, among other notable names in entertainment.
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