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The Best of 2013 Oscars Hair

It's awards season in Hollywood, and we've got red carpet fever! This year's Oscar nominations will be announced this week, so we thought it a great moment to look back at the hottest hair from last year's Academy Awards. 
By Crystal G. Martin · Updated October 27, 2020
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Kerry Washington

Washington’s long locks look pretty paired with her bright pink dress. 

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02
Sherri Shepherd

Shepherd’s take on the top knot is sophisticated and polished—a perfect fit for the glamorous occasion. 

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Zoe Saldana

Though her curls are clearly going nowhere, we love that there’s still movement and softness in Zoe’s hair. 

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Kelly Rowland

The banged top knot is a lovely and youthifying take on a hairstyle stape. We love how the fringe stops right above her kohl-rimmed eyes. 

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05
Naomie Harris

The old-Hollywood glamour of side-parted hair and deep waves is just what Naomie need with this ultra-luxe look.  

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06
Jennifer Hudson

Hudson kept it simple with long straight locks and brow-skimming fringe. We like the simple structure of the hair as contrasted with her megawatt dress. 

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Rachel Mwanza

It was so refreshing to see braids on the red carpet last year, and the young star of Rebelle pulled them off flawlessly.

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Halle Berry

Halle shows us how a great haircut can take you from casual to high-glam. The actress’s signature ‘do is always on our top styles list. 

Best of 2013 Oscars Hair