Whether it’s by design or not, Selena Gomez’s recent manicure lineup reads like a beverage menu. Celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik has provided her with sip-worthy nails setting off a drink nails trend. Now this sophisticated style is circulating among other celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Zoe Saldana. Let’s make a toast to the most refreshing nail styles you’ll love this season.
Selena Gomez’s Sip-worthy Nails
June 2023: Mocha Nails
Chocolate is an unexpected color for summer, but Selena Gomez wore it well. Fresh off two months filming in Paris, she posted selfies from her vacation. Her nails are a warm mocha shade sizzling in the sunlight.
One shot looks like it was taken inside an airplane on the way to the water. More than the sultry shade, we were surprised that Selena seemed to be flying coach. Another shot shows her in a black bathing suit soaking up the sun. In both cases, her short, square mocha nails are clearly visible.
Let’s be honest, we’re in the 2020s and no one should need permission to wear any nail color. However, when a celebrity known for being at the forefront of nail fashion sports something fresh like this, she makes it easier for anyone else to do the same.
October 2023: Pink Milkshake Mani
In a flip-flop of fashion, Selena chose pink milkshake nails for fall. Once again, her go-to artist created a sleek mani with impeccably groomed cuticles and perfectly shaped squared tips. The soft look resembles a creamy vanilla base with a hint of strawberry. It’s a refreshing look that illuminates her fingertips for a last hint of summer before the weather turns cold.
Tom Bachik explained that he applied Après Gel-X coffin tips that come pre-tinted with a neutral pink shade. Then he painted an Après Gel Couleur polish, the soft beige “Yuri-ka!”, over the tops for a luxurious creamy finish. Notice how the color complements her skin tone, and the shape lengthens her delicate fingers.
Apres Gel Polish - 319 Yuri-ka!
July 2024: Orange Julius Nails
Fast-forward to mid-summer 2024 and Selena is on trend with neon orange fingertips. Unlike her prior drink nails, this shade doesn’t go against the flow. Instead, it rides the vibrant color wave that took the season by storm. She’s lucky to have the perfect complexion for such a bold hue.
As another fashion writer pointed out, these orange Julius nails have a semi translucent finish almost like jelly nails. That’s in keeping with Tom Bachik’s signature style that leans toward single shades with a glossy finish. If you’re serious about nail art, scroll his account on Instagram. He often reveals the products he uses and provides tips for achieving the looks. Moreover, if you’re a Selena Gomez fan, Tom’s account shows off many of her manicures.
DND Gel Nail Polish Duo - 422 Portland Orange
August 2024: Dirty Martini Nails
As summer winds down, Selena Gomez showed up with olive green “dirty martini” nails. This is a surprisingly fashionable shade predicting fall trends. If you follow the fashion shows, you would’ve seen olive surging in popularity in autumn ensembles on the runways. Moreover, as some fashionistas point out, this shade of green transitions from “brat summer” to fall.
FYI: Our sources indicate that these dirty martini nails are a custom color. Although they are clearly olive, they lean towards yellow. Fortunately, the LDS Color Craze Collection offers close matches like Cedar Cyclone so you can get it in one go.
LDS Color Craze Gel Nail Polish - 710 Cedar Cyclone - 0.5oz
September 2024: Apple Cider Nails
Someone dubbed them “apple cider nails”, but having sipped on cider ourselves, we think these are more of a Red Delicious apple peel color. “Cider” brings to mind a golden champagne hue which Selena could wear with poise based on her warm skin tone and personality.
Let’s put aside the debate and just enjoy the shade. This is another look created by Tom Bachik especially for Selena with a unique color not found in stores. It’s a sophisticated yet passionate take on red with dark feminine energy and a deliciously glossy finish.
Nail enthusiasts speculate on the specific polish(es) used and suggest blending a few shades from OPI or Essie. But we discovered “Wicked” in the LDS Color Craze Collection, and it checks all the boxes at once.
LDS Color Craze Gel Nail Polish - 757 Wicked - 0.5oz
October 2024: Vanilla Chai Nails
Selena appeared in New York City with a lighter look for fall. During the preceding month, she had worn toffee, coffee, and apple cider nails. But in October, she stepped out with vanilla chai on her fingertips. Glamour interviewed her manicurist for the details. Tom Bachik disclosed that anyone wanting to duplicate the look should choose a color just a shade lighter than their skin tone. This creates an illuminating look while feeling low key yet luxurious. Next, once they’ve settled on a milky beige that suits them, they should apply an extra glossy top coat. The goal is to catch the eye and bring out the subtle beauty of the hue.
On the downside, it’s not easy to choose nude polish when shopping online because there may be slight differences when viewed through a screen instead of in person. However, we have a solution to ensure you get the best match for your needs. Email us or give us a call and we’ll help you find a shade that makes you smile.
Lavis Gel Nail Polish Duo - 121 Simplify Beige
November 2024: Wine Nails
As we slip deeper into fall, wine nails are popping up on celebrity fingertips. Both Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldana recently wore deep red shades to events. Selena stepped out at the Governor’s Awards with a beautiful berry color, Après “Never Bordeaux You” applied by Tom Bachik. It has a warm undertone that suits her perfectly.
Apres Gel Polish - 298 Never Bordeaux You
Conclusion
Will Selena and Tom continue the drink nails trend? Only time will tell. We’re betting that the upcoming manicures will be based on shades selected for the winter and spring fashion shows. Of course, this opens up a wide range of possibilities, from milky nails to bubbly sheer beverages. However, Ms. Gomez isn’t afraid to go her own way. No matter what nail trends may come, we look forward to providing you with the hottest colors at the best prices in our store.
Sources:
https://www.glamour.com/story/selena-gomezs-mocha-nails-make-for-a-surprisingly-chic-summer-manicure
https://www.allure.com/story/selena-gomez-pink-milkshake-nails
https://www.marieclaire.com/beauty/selena-gomez-orange-julius-manicure-jelly-nail-trend/
https://www.hola.com/us/beauty/20240816713081/selena-gomez-is-ready-for-fall-with-this-new-nail-trend/
https://www.glamour.com/story/selena-gomez-apple-cider-nails
https://www.glamour.com/story/hailey-bieber-and-selena-gomez-both-ditched-toffee-nails-for-vanilla-chai-manicures
https://www.newbeauty.com/selena-gomez-zoe-saldana-red-wine-nails/