Places, everyone, it’s finally time for the big show! That’s right—the 2021 Academy Awards have arrived (albeit a little later than usual), and we couldn’t be more ready for the epic finale to this year’s awards season. For obvious reasons, read carpets have looked a bit different this year and have taken us on a more digital journey than ever before. But this hasn’t stopped our favorite celebs from serving up some seriously jaw-dropping beauty moments from the Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, SAG Awards, and more. This evening’s Oscar Awards are sure to be even more exciting.
As we all know, big beauty moments at the Oscars are nothing new. (Check out some of our favorite beauty looks of the new millennium here.) But after a year spent wearing nothing but sweatpants and with less makeup and hairstyling than ever before, we’re confident our faves will bring it on the Oscars red carpet this year. Keep scrolling for the most showstopping beauty looks to inspire all your hair and makeup aspirations for when we can show our faces in public again.
As if the coily faux hawk weren’t gorgeous enough, Ms. Viola also hit us with a pink lip and we live.
This red lip is also speaking to us.
Regina King can do no wrong in our book, but this monochromatic sky blue moment is something special.
This ponytail moment is certainly a departure from Margot’s usual lob haircut. We’re loving the face-framing fringe and the overall laid-back vibe.
Andra is a golden goddess this evening!
We are loving how Glenn’s signature pixie cut is styled tonight.
It’s the soft glam for us.
We are loving this royal purple eye shadow moment! It’s not often we get to see a color story like this at the Oscars and it’s just gorgeous.
Excuse us while we pick our jaws up off the floor! Zendaya is absolutely stunning with those flowing mermaid locks and soft, glowy makeup.
If there’s one thing we know about Ms. Angela, it’s that she’ll never miss an opportunity to give us a bold eye shadow moment. And she never misses, either!
There are no word for this glamorous look. Everything about it exudes Hollywood glamour.
This asymmetrical, ultra-short bob is such a different look for Halle! We’re loving the switch-up, especially the trendy baby bangs.
A sleek middle part is always a good idea. Pair it with bronzy eye shadow, as Reese has here, and you’re all set.
Ladies and gentlemen: H.E.R. A red carpet appearance by this bonafide rockstar is never boring. That berry lip and dramatic eyeliner are such a vibe.
Vanessa is looking snatched this evening! That sleek updo is fire, and the oxblood lip is quickly becoming her signature.
These beautiful barrel curls are so classic and so stunning.
Ms. Rita has long-embraced her gray and we love that she wore her signature flipped crop haircut.
Director Chloé’s fresh skin and simple braids exude such power.
