31 Best Oscar Hairstyles and Makeup Looks of All Time

The ’50s-era actress was known for her provocative glamour, and she didn’t disappoint at the 24th annual Academy Awards, with her short, soft waves and dewy complexion as the backdrop for extravagant jewels and fur.

Hepburn may have won Best Actress for her role in the film Roman Holiday, but we can’t help but think that the flashbulbs went off to capture her iconic thick brows flawlessly framed by short, piece-y bangs.

Princess Grace of Monaco added an extra layer of femininity to her simple bun by weaving in small yellow roses. And her makeup was similarly subtle and soft, with a flick of eyeliner and a swipe of coral lipstick.

The movie icon won her Academy Award for Funny Girl wearing fluffy bangs and a bob teased high at the crown. Cut crease eye makeup finished the glamorous look.

Elizabeth Taylor wasn’t famous just for her diamonds. Her violet eyes were truly captivating, and she enhanced their hue by applying periwinkle eye shadow, as pictured here.

Before the lob was the haircut du jour, Hutton wore the blunt style effortlessly, curling her locks so they would just barely skim her shoulders.

The singer tried her hand at acting but didn’t let go of her showmanship, wearing a beautiful Bob Mackie headpiece that matched her smoky eyes.

Short finger waves combined with art deco–inspired earrings and a flapper-like dress made Ryder the epitome of 1920s chic.

Paltrow showed us color coordinating done right. From her Ralph Lauren dress to her rosy cheeks, the actress wore several shades of pink.

Now, this is a winner’s updo. Roberts stunned on the red carpet with a two-tiered, voluminous beehive.

The actress proved that a textured pixie cut and barely-there makeup is all you need to accompany a showstopping dress like her see-through Elie Saab number.

J.Lo opted for a middle-parted tight, low “donut” bun. What really stood out about this look, however, was the mint green eyeshadow matching with her dress.

Charlize Theron went all out with a 1920s-inspired wavy bob, smoldering eyes, and sun-kissed skin.

Cruz pulled back her brunette strands into a pompadour with tons of volume, letting her sideswept bangs glide just above her charcoal-smudged eyes.

Williams balanced the romantic vibes of her low chignon and canary yellow Vera Wang gown with glossy red lips and a pop of bright pink on her cheeks.

Witherspoon looked golden with her super shiny, straight strands and eyebrow-grazing bangs.

The singer, who opened the show in a musical number that year, opted for a classic cat eye and a tight, slicked-back low ponytail with curls let out.

The Avatar star paired extra glowy, rosy skin with a classic, romantic updo with plenty of volume up top.

The Best Supporting Actress nominee—then only 14 years old—kept her look youthful and fun with an artful updo, wispy lashes, and a bejeweled headband.

Short, blunt bangs enhanced Mara’s high cheekbones and perfectly groomed brows.

The actress’s tumbling curls, feline-flicked eyes, and glowing skin embodied movie star glamour.

For the film Les Misérables, Hathaway had to shave her hair. Months later, she arrived at the Oscars with a long pixie cut that showed off the cut of her pale pink Prada dress.

We love how Washington mirrored the purple tones of her Jason Wu dress with a wine lip. Her side-parted, tousled half updo was also a winner.

Who could forget Nyong’o’s first Academy Awards red carpet appearance in 2014? The actress’s luminous skin and Fred Leighton headband made her powder blue Prada gown pop.

Stone modernized the standard Old Hollywood look with loose, auburn ringlets and a matte coral lip.

Davis looked sultry with a glossy bordeaux-colored lip, long lashes, and her natural Afro in all its glory.

Lawrence was spot-on with her subdued sexy look. Smoky eyes and an angled bob—teased in the back—exemplified boudoir beauty at its best.

The actress complemented subtle glittery cat eyes with an elegant, braided chignon.

The Hidden Figures star adorned her textured pixie cut with a crown-like, golden Jennifer Behr headband for extra glamour.