The 2026 awards season has officially begun with one of Hollywood’s biggest party nights of the year: the 83rd Annual Golden Globes. The event celebrates the top achievements in both film and television, and as usual, the parade of A-list star’s couture fashion on the red carpet turned heads.
The predominate color worn to the event was no doubt, black with a vibrant resurgence of bold primary and jewel tones like electric blues, greens and reds not far behind. The focus was on modern glamour with sleek silhouettes, asymmetric cuts and artistic details like unique textures and brooch accents. Metallics reigned with shimmer and sequins providing a futuristic touch while complimenting the bold colors and textures. Daring elements like tasteful cutouts, sheer fabrics and provocative, yet elegant designs pushed boundaries without being vulgar. Statement accessories like bold jewelry and unique shoes completed these expressive ensembles.
Aside from the fashion, the red carpet also delivered a masterclass in beauty. This year’s beauty scene embraced a mix of Old Hollywood glamour, modern softness and individualized flair that set the tone for beauty trends in 2026. Classic bobs and sculptural updos walked beside glossy, skin-focused makeup and bold lipstick statements, demonstrating a red-carpet moment where timeless elegance met expressive artistry.
Some of the beauty trends that dominated the night:
- Old Hollywood Waves & Bob Revivals
- Soft, Rosy & “Cloud” Makeup
- Statement Eyeliner & Smoky Eyes
- Sculptural Updos & Textured Curls
- Scent-Infused Hair
- Dark Dramatic Lip Statements & Pops of Color
- Deep Side-Parts & Low, Relaxed Updos
Below are 10 of my favorite standout beauty looks from the 83rd Annual Golden Globes red carpet plus some of the hero products used to achieve them:
First time winner for Best Supporting Actress for her role in One Battle After Another, Teyana Taylor wore a floor-length, custom black Schiaparelli gown that featured daring, asymmetrical cutouts and a halter neckline with a trailing scarf. Her short pixie cut with textured curls was styled by Nikki Nelms using SheaMoisture products like the Coconut Hibiscus Curling Gel Souffle. Her luminous glow, dramatic, edgy eyes and super shiny ombres lips were created by makeup artist Bella Mayven using Charlotte Tilbury products like the Collagen Superfusion Facial Oil and the Feline Flick Liquid Eyeliner in Panther.
Double nominee Amanda Seyfried looked ethereal in a strapless white Versace gown with a sweetheart neckline paired with a shimmering statement necklace. Her elegant, sculptural updo was styled by Renato Campora using GHD’s Curve Classic Curl Iron and products from Joico including their Firm Finishing Spray. Her timeless glam was compliments of Lancôme and Melissa Hernandez who used their L’absolu Rouge Crème Lipstick for her soft, rosy, pink lip color.
Another timelessly elegant look at this year’s Golden Globes was presenter Jennifer Garner in a custom black, beaded, sleeveless Cong Tri gown. Her ‘90s bouncy supermodel blowout was styled by Adir Abergel with Virtue products such as the Volumizing Primer. Her classic makeup was by Kara Yoshimoto Bua using Chanel’s Les Beiges Water Fresh Tint in medium Plus for her glowing complexion, Joues Contaste Powder Blush for her soft flush and Rouge Coco Flash Hydrating Vibrant Shine Lip Colour for her natural, glossy pout.
Nominee/presenter Julia Roberts looked forever youthful dressed in a simple, black silk-velvet Armani gown. She debuted a lighter warm honey blonde hair color in middle-parted, voluminous waves that were styled by her longtime hair artist, Serge Normant. Her subtle smoky eyes and sculpted makeup was compliments of Genevieve Herr using all Lancôme products, including the Tient Idole Ultra Wear Care & Glow Foundation and the Hypnose Eyeshadow Palette.
Nominee for her role in Only Murders in the Building, Selena Gomez looked sophisticated in Old Hollywood glam with a goth twist wearing a simple, off-the -shoulder, black Chanel gown that showcased a white feathered neckline. Her soft, gothic makeup featured deep red lips from makeup artist Hung Vanngo’s own line, while the rest of her soft glam was Gomez’s own Rare Beauty. She wore her hair in a deep, side-parted, wavy bob created by Renato Campora using products from Joico, including the Dream Blowout Thermal Protection Cream and the JoiWhip Firm Hold Designing Foam.
Nominee for her role in Die, My Love, Jennifer Lawrence stunned in a sheer, nude mesh Givenchy gown with vibrant floral appliques. Her golden blonde locks were styled by Gregory Russell who paired her face-framing bangs with loose, free-flowing, long layers. Her modern, polished makeup was done by Georgie Eisdell using Christian Dior’s Dior 5 Couleurs Couture Eyeshadow Palette, Diorshow Overvolume Mascara in Overblack and Dior Addict Lip Glow in 012 Rosewood and 001 Pink.
Nominee/presenter Ayo Edebiri channeled Old Hollywood wearing a stunning, off-the-shoulder, floor-length black velvet Chanel gown. Her bouncy, voluminous bob was styled by Jacob Dillon using Olaplex including the Volumizing Blow Dry Mist. Her makeup was by Ernesto Casillas for Chanel who used the Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow Palette in Tisse Rivoli to create her gorgeous, shimmering, smoky plum eye look.
Nominee for her role in Wicked, Ariana Grande shifted from her “Glinda” era to a darker, more mature vibe, wearing a black, textured, off-the-shoulder Vivienne Westwood gown. She debuted darker hair styled by Alyx Lui in her signature, elegant high ponytail, but updated with her bangs tucked under an intentionally loose section of hair to frame her face. Michael Anthony applied the fresh-faced, pink makeup from Grande’s own line, R.E.M. Beauty, including the On Your Collar Plumping Lip Gloss.
Nominated for her performance in Hedda, as well as being a presenter, Tessa Thomson shined in a vibrant, strapless, shimmering chartreuse Balenciaga gown with a metallic, scale-like texture. Hairstylist Lacy Redway used SheaMoisture products to create her long, center-parted, super-glossy waves. Her soft glam was done by Alex Babsky who kept the focus on her winged upper lash line by using Sisley Paris Phyto Khol Perfect Eyeliner in Black.
Presenter Jennifer Lopez was radiant in a vintage Jean-Louis Scherrer gown from 2003 featuring a high neck, sheer nude tulle base with sparkling brown lace appliques and a dramatic tulle mermaid train. Her sleek, side-parted, French twist updo was compliments of Chris Appleton and Color Wow products like the Extra Strength Dream Coat for the “glass hair” shine and the Xtra Large Bombshell Volumizer with the Style on Steroids Texturizing Spray for lift and body. Her signature J Lo bronzy glow, sultry smoky eyes and neutral nude lips were applied by longtime makeup artist Scott Barnes.
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