It’s fair to assume that the second week of a whole new year looks different for everyone. There are some who are still playing catch-up with regard to their workload, and others who remain in fervent denial that the holiday period is well and truly over. Then, there are those that are very much devoted to charting the highs, lows, and various happenings of a new, impending era. We’re talking: awards season. Kicking off the circuit? The 81st Golden Globe Awards, which featured a multitude of celebrities and creators strutting the red carpet in their most elegant ensembles to celebrate the biggest film and television achievements in 2023.
Though maximalist style did make a comeback late last year, it seems movie and pop icons alike are swapping it out for more understated, delicate make-up looks—for the 81st Golden Globe Awards, at least. Still, that’s not to say that the make-up or hair configurations were lacking in oomph or pizzaz. From Ariana Greenblatt’s piercing charcoal lids to Billie Eilish’s Y2K mane, the stars were serving subtle sophistication with a side of edge.
Lensed against the floral backdrop of the The Beverly Hilton Hotel, Los Angeles, Vogue Singapore presents our curation of the most à la mode hair and make-up moments from the awards show to take inspiration from in 2024. Get to taking notes, stat.
1 / 10
Ariana Greenblatt
Young starlet Greenblatt effortlessly charmed us with smokey charcoal eyeshadow, neutral pink lips, and perfectly tousled hair. The elevating touch to this look? A classic French manicure—the epitome of quiet luxury.
2 / 10
Margot Robbie
The picture-perfect Barbie princess rocked up in a hot pink gown that was expertly contrasted with barely-there makeup and a loose blowout. Glowy, luminous skin further enhanced the natural, doll-like effect she was striving to achieve—a true tribute to Greta Gerwig’s interpretation of the fashion doll.
3 / 10
Greta Lee
A sleek, sculptural, bob adds a modern twist to Greta Lee’s old-school Hollywood glam beat.
4 / 10
Hailee Steinfeld
Gracefully throwing it back to an era of timeless vintage beauty was the Spider-Man: Across the Spiderverse’s voice actress Hailee Steinfeld, in a simple yet statement-making Audrey Hepburnesque updo.
5 / 10
Rosamund Pike
Talk about dramatic flair. Saltburn actress, Rosamund Pike, stunned the crowd with a theatrical lace black veil that contrasted beautifully against fresh, dewy make-up.
6 / 10
Taylor Swift
Striking red lipstick has always been synonymous with one of the most influential singers of the era, Taylor Swift. Yet this year’s awards featured her paying tribute to her girl-next-door-but-better image with light eyeshadow and a berry-stained pout.
7 / 10
Billie Eilish
The winner of the Best Song category redefined red carpet glam by keeping the makeup minimal—pale pink blush and light gloss—while letting her two-toned Y2K hairdo take centrestage.
8 / 10
Skai Jackson
If you still need proof that nude lip colors are the most versatile beauty staple to have in a make-up bag, peek at Skai Jackson’s supremely flattering caramel tone that defines and plumps the lips.
9 / 10
Julia Garner
Still in the mood for wintery looks or struggling to enhance cool-toned skin? Julia Garner’s make-up exuded frosty finesse with feathered brows and immaculately placed shimmer on the inner eye corners.
10 / 10
Hunter Schafer
With balletcore on the rise, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes actress channeled classy, chic coquette vibes with a sleek ballerina bun and rosy cheeks.
