Welcome to the main award ceremony, the Super Bowl of ceremonies, the Oscars! This year, celebrities and their stylists embraced the trend of 'simple, effortless' looks. When it comes to hair, attendees opted for sleek, side-parted blowouts and structured updos that added an extra dimension on the red carpet. Scroll down to see our Beauty & Health editor’s favourite looks.
Let's start with the Academy Award winner, Emma Stone. Her look may seem simple at first glance, but that was precisely the point – to appear effortlessly fresh. The actress's team skillfully complemented her Louis Vuitton gown with a polished winged liner from Charlotte Tilbury. You know a look is good when it enhances the face rather than stealing the moment.
Moving on to Eva Longoria, who sported pin-straight hair paired with smokey eyes. It was another great example of how to enhance the outfit rather than overshadow it. Eva's makeup artist opted for her signature bronzed, glowing skin while giving her eye makeup a moment of its own. "I wanted her eyes to pop, so I gave her glamorous lashes with Panorama mascara, a classic winged eye look using precision liquid black eyeliner. To complement the look, we went with a nude lipstick," shared Elan Bongiorno, Eva's stylist.
As for Ariana, baby pink seemed tailor-made for her. The singer chose to draw attention to her dress, which was undeniably the highlight. She opted for sheer pink eyes with a bold lash look. Once again, it was an example of how simple and fresh makeup can complement an outfit perfectly. Simple isn't always a bad choice. In fact, more often than not, it proves to be a winning look.
Margot Robbie always manages to impress, and this time was no different. The actress embraced the bedhead waves trend, pairing it with a brown eye moment, nude lips, and rosy cheeks. It was a perfect departure from her 'always perfect' Barbie looks. Is she hinting at being ready to move on from the pink world she was in for a while?
Ah, Emily Blunt is simply flawless! With bronzy cheeks and warm brown eyes, she's definitely going on my mood board for the upcoming warm-weather season. Her makeup perfectly blended with the "Grecian whimsical" bun, giving off the 'lived-in texture' vibe the team was aiming for.
And speaking of sleek buns, here it is on Gabrielle Union. Gabrielle stunned on the red carpet with a look that matched the shine of her gown. Did you notice the trick? Gabrielle's makeup was pretty simple, yet the big voluminous eyelashes made her eyes even more captivating. And the decision to bring the hair up and away from the face was a winning choice. P.S: To keep all the flyaways in place, she used the Flawless Styling Glaze from her own brand.
In summary, the Oscars of 2024 showcased a diverse array of beauty looks, from effortless simplicity to glamorous sophistication. Celebrities like Emma Stone, Eva Longoria, and Margot Robbie demonstrated the art of enhancing their natural beauty while complementing their outfits with carefully curated makeup and hairstyles. From sleek buns to bedhead waves, and from bold lashes to bronzed cheeks, each look was a testament to individual style and creativity. Ultimately, these red carpet moments remind us that beauty truly knows no bounds, and that confidence is the most radiant accessory of all.
