The look is defined by its resemblance to soft, silky pink ribbons. It carries a healthy sheen and a romantic, curved shape that does not read as overly faux or "done," which makes it suited to those who want to enhance their natural tips rather than change them entirely.

Fran Burdett, manicurist at Luna and Wilde, broke down the technique. "For this classic pink glossy-silk nail on Amal, I would use a builder gel in a soft blush color," Burdett says. "For the super silky finish, top it with an extreme shine top coat. And, of course, Amal has gone ultrachic with a short, soft square nail, which is very on trend for fall."

The trend's biggest practical benefit: it grows out effortlessly. It also can be replicated at home for those who prefer a traditionally polished manicure. The at-home formula is simple — two coats of a translucent baby pink polish create a semi-opaque, natural finish, and a generous gel-effect top coat completes the look.

With Clooney — a figure better known for courtroom work than beauty endorsements — wearing the style at Venice, the minimalist manicure gains its most high-profile validation yet heading into fall.