This Sunday we’ll be reporting live from the Oscars red carpet and we can’t wait to see all the gorgeous gowns up close. But what’s a beautiful dress without an equally stunning beauty look? From the dramatic updos to the scene-stealing red lips, it’s just as big of a night for beauty as it is for fashion.
So we decided to take a look back at the Oscars’ 10 biggest beauty looks, from way back in the 50s to the last decade. And, not surprisingly, a lot of the looks still stun in 2020. See if you agree with our top 10 list above and make sure to tune into our live red carpet coverage this Sunday, February 9.
Best Oscars Beauty Looks of All Time
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Audrey Hepburn, 1954
Audrey Hepburn’s enviable arches were on full display thanks to her piecey bangs.
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Barbra Streisand, 1969
Barbra Streisand’s brilliant bob and cut crease eye makeup deserved awards of their own.
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Winona Ryder, 1996
Flapper-style finger waves and a rosy lip helped Winona Ryder stand out at the ceremony.
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Halle Berry, 2002
Halle Berry’s classic pixie plus some subtle shimmer on her eyes and a glossy lip equaled pure perfection.
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Michelle Williams, 2006
Michelle Williams’ insouciant wavy chignon was punctuated by a bold red lip.
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Marion Cotillard, 2008
The actress accepted her award with some serious shimmer on the inner corners of her eyes and sideswept curls.
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Freida Pinto, 2009
Some bronze eyeshadow, a twisted updo and a pink pout were all Freida Pinto needed to make an impression.
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Rooney Mara, 2012
Rooney Mara’s blunt bangs, rolled updo and red lip were super striking.
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Lupita Nyong'o, 2014
Lupita Nyong’o was positively glowing on the red carpet and her embellished headband only enhanced the effect.
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Emma Stone, 2015
Soft auburn waves and a berry lip were a match made in heaven.
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