Selena Gomez to Emma Stone: Best beauty looks at Golden Globes 2026

If the fashion at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards was about architectural bold swings, the beauty game was a decided love letter to timeless glamour. The red carpet at the Beverly Hilton on January 11 didn't just give us trends; it gave us a mood board for the rest of the year. The vibe?

High-gloss sophistication meeting effortless cool. From the return of the power bob to shocking hair transformations, the stars leaned into Old Hollywood waves, glass skin, and statement lips. Here is a curated edit of the standout beauty moments that stole the show.

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If you were looking for a sign to chop your hair, this is it. The bob reigned supreme, but with a distinctively vintage twist. Selena Gomez served peak cinematic romance. Styled by Renato Campora, her wavy, side-parted bob was the perfect frame for a face beat that screamed drama. The standout detail? A deep, vampy ruby lip—courtesy of Rare Beauty and makeup artist Hung Vanngo—that anchored her entire look in classic Hollywood luxury. Ayo Edebiri brought the bounce. She debuted a voluminous bob with a dramatic brow-grazing swoop, but the real talking point was the color—a deep red tint that felt rich, warm, and perfectly retro. Emma Stone chose radiance over structure. Her center-parted bob had plenty of movement, serving as a breezy backdrop for a complexion that looked remarkably fresh. The lack of heavy contouring was the point—reminding us that sometimes, a healthy glow is the only accessory you actually need.

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Ariana Grande delivered the night’s biggest surprise. Ditching her signature Wicked blonde, she unveiled a rich "chocolate brunette" hue. Styled in her trademark high ponytail by Alyx Liu, the look was grounded by a soft brown smoky eye, making for a sophisticated departure from

her pastel era. Lisa (Lalisa Manobal) gave us a masterclass in "cool girl" chic. Pairing barely-there long waves with brushed-out bangs, she kept the glam simple: glossy lips and a flush of rosy pink blush. It was fresh, youthful, and perfectly balanced against her edgy attire. Tessa Thompson was a vision of texture. Hairstylist Lacy Redway used Shea Moisture Amla Oil Bond Repair to sculpt "mermaid mid-back waves" that cascaded effortlessly. With subtle, ethereal makeup, she looked like she had just emerged from the ocean. Justine Lupe leaned into the ohemian revival with relaxed, ultra-long waves that looked perfectly undone. She paired the hair with a wash of ethereal pink eyeshadow, softening her

overall aesthetic.

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Teyana Taylor never plays it safe, and her beauty look was no exception. She paired her jet-black pixie cut with a dramatic, double-winged liner that acted as the focal point of her face. With minimal flushed cheeks, the look was sharp, architectural, and undeniably fierce.

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The men didn't let the side down, moving away from standard grooming to embrace texture and length. Connor Storrie embraced the revival of the shag. He rocked a retro-inspired, wavy mullet that ditched perfect curls for a cooler, textured edge. Timothée Chalamet kept things deliberate. His hair was slicked just enough to frame the face, offering a grounded, sophisticated counterpoint to the high-shine intensity of his metallic suit.

Glen Powell brought the charisma with tousled waves that looked intentionally unstudied. Paired with tinted glasses, it was the ultimate "movie star off-duty" vibe.

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