The Oscars 2020 rolled out the red carpet for a spectacle of high fashion and with it, an exhibition of immaculate hair and makeup. From classic red lips and smokey eyes to standout updos, here are the best beauty looks from the 92nd Academy Awards.
The Hollywood Red Lip
There’s nothing as classic as a Hollywood red lip. Margot Robbie, Lily Aldridge, and Caitriona Balfe proved that a striking rouge pout is the perfect companion to an elegant gown, complete with sleek hair and a neat feline flick. Keep the eyes minimal and build on the lashes to balance the look, or add a subtle stroke of silver like Janelle Monae to tie in with your outfit.
Neutral Smokey Eyes
A neutral smokey eye can be your most flattering beauty look – the trick is to find the right shade for you. A shimmering bronze adds dimension to brunettes like Natalie Portman and Penélope Cruz, while cooler-toned taupes work best on blondes such as Scarlett Johansson. Opt for sheer, shimmering shadows for a soft-glam look or dip into matte shades for more impact, like Mindy Kaling.
Purple Eyeshadow
In terms of colour play, if it wasn’t neutral, it was purple. Saoirse Ronan paired her pastel Gucci gown with a sheer wash of lilac across the lids, and in the same colour family, Maya Rudolph turned up the saturation with a flash of purple shadow to complement her emerald green earrings and orange sequin gown.
Barely There
Some of the biggest beauty statements were ones that were barely there. Celebrities such as Charlize Theron and Brie Larson put their best face forward with minimal nude makeup, pink lips, and sleek side-parted hair, while Academy Award winner Renée Zellweger paired her glowing skin with soft, face-framing fringes.
Top Up-Dos
In the hair category, we saw various iterations of a signature updo, with Florence Pugh debuting an intricate knotted twist and Rooney Mara giving us another tight bun. Sticking to their own style, Billie Eilish wore her neon, two-tone hair in a messy updo while Zazie Beetz flaunted her natural texture, pulling her curls into a top bun.
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Joanna Fu
