The Return of Old Hollywood Glamour on the Red Carpet

A-list icons are reviving the elegance of mid-century movie star glamour in fresh ways at this year’s biggest events.

Across recent awards shows and gala events, celebrities are reaching back to the golden age of cinema for beauty inspiration – we’re seeing Veronica Lake-style waves, Marilyn Monroe-worthy red lips, and elegantly lined eyes. This resurgence of vintage hair and makeup has swept the red carpet from Los Angeles to Cannes. At the 2025 Golden Globes, glamour was back and better than ever with old Hollywood–inspired updos and effortless waves adding extra dimension to the night. Even the Screen Actors Guild Awards delivered chic red lips and gravity-defying bouffants, a vibe that was “distinctively old Hollywood chic”. 

Today’s A-listers are letting us know that the allure of Hollywood’s golden age is truly eternal. We’re spotlighting ten standout celebrity beauty looks that epitomize this Old Hollywood glam resurgence – each at a different major event, each with its own take on vintage hair and makeup magic.

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The Bridgerton star put a rebellious spin on Audrey Hepburn’s style, slicking her hair into a low bun with choppy “Baby Bangs,” then adding classic winged eyeliner and a rich berry lip to complete the vintage-meets-modern look.

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The actress served Veronica Lake realness with a perfectly curled bob and sultry makeup.

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Jolie brought classic Hollywood allure with her beauty, pairing a bold crimson lip as a nod to Tinseltown’s golden era.

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Gomez’s glossy, retro bob and a deep scarlet lip delivered a polished tribute to silver-screen sophistication.

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The pop star channeled retro showgirl vibes in a voluminous blonde updo and her signature “doll-face” makeup, combining to dazzling effect.

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With a sculptural rose-shaped bun, bold cat-eye liner, and glossy pink lips, her look was a nod to icons like Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly, blending timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication.

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Debuting a sleek, 1920s-inspired pixie cut, she paired her tucked-back copper hair with soft pink cheeks and a refined brown cat-eye for an elegant, understated vintage look.

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Kravitz is a living testament to the old “less is more” motif, wearing a simple low chignon elevated by a deep side-part – a seductive, classic touch that lent her otherwise laid-back look a note of Old Hollywood sophistication.

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Embracing the Jazz Age spirit, Tyla transformed with blonde pin-curled hair, smoky sepia eyes, and tonal brown lips – a Pat McGrath-crafted homage to icons like Josephine Baker and Jean Harlow.

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Natalie Portman paid homage to vintage fashion in a recreated Dior Fall 1951 haute couture gown, complemented by classic makeup and a refined hairstyle that echoed the elegance of the 1950s.