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Home • Oscars

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards

Lights, camera, action! The grand finale of awards season has finally arrived. This year's Academy Awards are underway and the red carpet is laden with hair and makeup looks that we're seriously swooning over. Keep scrolling to see what Taraji P. Henson, Ruth Negga and more are wearing on the red carpet! 
All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
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By Nikki Brown · Updated October 26, 2020
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Taraji P. Henson

We’re seriously swooning over the Hidden Figures star’s wispy bob, thick eyeliner and neutral-toned lippie. Slay, Taraji! 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Ruth Negga

The Loving nominee sports a bejeweled headband and red hot lipstick to match her vibrant gown. We’re loving this monochromatic look! 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Frazer Harrison
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Robin Roberts

The newscaster is living her life like it’s golden in a shimmery ensemble and bold burgundy lip. We’re feeling her pixie cut, too!

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Janelle Monae
We are literally bowing down because this is perfection. From the pixie to the headband and cat eye…we are officially obsessed.
All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Cynthia Erivo

The powerhouse singer and actress slays in her usual platinum coif, but opts for a berry lipstick on her pout. 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Frazer Harrison
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Chrissy Teigen

The model and cookbook author keeps things glam and neutral with a brown lip and low ponytail. 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Octavia Spencer

The “Best Supporting Actress” nominee looks like a queen in understated makeup and a regal bob. 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Ava Duvernay

The 13th director pulled her gorgeous locs into a high-low style and kept her makeup neutral. 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Zuri Hall

The TV host is serving in long waves and a perfect cat eye. 

All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Frazer Harrison
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Viola Davis
She did not come to play. This pixie is giving life and then some. Perfection!
All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Frazer Harrison
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Halle Berry
The Oscar winner is definitely giving curly girl vibes. Are you here for it?
All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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Naomie Harris
The ‘Moonlight’ nominee takes our breath away with her sleek hair and blush-toned shadow.
All Of The Must See Beauty Looks From The 2017 Academy Awards
Kevin Mazur
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