Anne Hathaway arrived at the world premiere of The End of Oak Street in Los Angeles wearing a sheer, milky manicure that has quickly been labeled the coconut jelly gloss mani by her nail artist Tom Bachik.
Bachik, who tends to the hands of several celebrities, told Cosmopolitan he wanted a fresh, clean and interesting manicure and opted for a semi-opaque, translucent white to keep depth while avoiding a stark look.
The nail artist prepared Hathaway’s nails with his Tom Bachik x Tweezerman tools, shaped them into a short soft square and applied Essie Nail Art Studio Jelly Gloss Polish in the shade Arctic Jelly.
Bachik described the result as a jelly-like wash of color topped with a high-shine finish, achieved by one to two thin layers of the sheer polish and a glossy top coat, creating a milky, glassy effect rather than solid white.
Trend Context And How To Recreate The Look
Industry commentators say the coconut jelly finish fits wider 2026 jelly nail trends that favor translucent, light-reflecting textures. Daisy Kalnina, CEO of The Gel Bottle, told Grazia the finish allows a whisper of the natural nail to show, giving a squishy, liquid-glass dimension.
Publications noted the shade’s versatility for late summer into autumn. Several outlets reported Bachik used Essie Arctic Jelly and recommended a high-gloss top coat to prolong shine, while others suggested Essie Gel Couture top coat as an option.
For at-home recreation, experts advise meticulous prep, a clear base coat, and one to three thin layers of a milky jelly polish to build translucency. Jack Harper, Mylee brand ambassador, told Elle Collective that a careful base and cuticle care are essential because the sheer finish does not hide imperfections.
Some coverage noted product availability differences, reporting Essie Arctic Jelly sells in the US and may be harder to find elsewhere. Writers suggested close alternatives from The Gel Bottle and Manucurist for readers seeking similar milky, sheer white shades.
Cosmetic writers and stylists highlighted the shape and maintenance as part of the trend. Short, neat squoval or soft-square tips pair with the finish, and experts recommend regular cuticle oil and a quality top coat to maintain the glossy, jelly-like appearance.
