Anne Hathaway’s Cherry Noir Nails: The Only Fall Trend That Matters

Emma Caldwell
October 23, 2026

Anne Hathaway is going through one of her sweetest periods. The actress is jumping from one premiere to another, and with so many projects on the lineup and a pregnancy in an advanced stage, many are surprised by how much she continues to inspire us with her red carpet looks. It doesn’t matter whether we’re talking about her dresses, her flawless makeup for mature skin, or her simple hairstyles. She is always synonymous with natural elegance. However, during the New York premiere of her upcoming film, Verity, something caught our eye: her Cherry Noir nails.

Seeing them sparked an instant crush. And we weren’t the only ones, because within days this nail idea has become one of the most requested in nail salons, turning into the easiest manicure trend to recreate. Who’s responsible? The manicurist Mo Quin.

As she explains in her Instagram post, she wanted to create a sexy look that captures (very well) the essence of the film: «We chose a dark, intense red for Verity in order to give the nails a slightly mysterious and dramatic touch, linking the look to the film’s atmosphere and its character».

Who can wear Cherry Noir nails?

Actually, everyone. In the case of the actress, she opted for a square and short shape that gives a practical and perfect everyday look, plus a fresh and timeless vibe that matches any basic in your wardrobe. However, she boasts a great capacity for adaptation. Therefore, you can wear them while adapting them to your style as well.

Cherry Noir Nail Ideas to Be the Most Elegant

Short nails. If you want to stay faithful to Anne Hathaway’s nails, remember: you should wear them very short. They are practical, look pretty, and you won’t have to worry about them breaking or feeling uncomfortable in your daily life.

In XXL version. The Cherry Noir manicure looks extremely elegant when your nails are long. There are those who think they aren’t in fashion, but to me they look spectacular. Everyone will tell you, ‘what beautiful hands you have’.

With a glossy finish. One of the most requested finishes are shiny and satin (if not, ask Hailey Bieber), so I think it’s a good option to merge two trends into one.

Almond Shape. This color suits every nail type, length, and shape; but I must admit that almond-shaped nails will always be my favorite. It also looks elegant by itself. All the advantages.

Square Shape. The autumn/winter 2026-2027 trends have brought back square or rectangular nails, so if you identify with them, this is your moment to give them a more current and youthful edge.

Emma Caldwell
Emma Caldwell
I’m Clara Desrosiers, a writer and fashion editor based in Toronto. I founded Backdoor Toronto to explore the intersection of fashion, identity, and culture through honest storytelling. My work is driven by curiosity, community, and a love for the creative pulse that defines this city.