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Oscar Winning Hair Styles

‘Old Hollywood’ – or as Oscar host, comedian Jon Stewart called it, a “return to glamour” - made a sweeping comeback at the Oscars last night (05/03/06)… and it was reflected in the stars’ hairstyles.

Keira Knightley Centre Parting and Ponytail

Andrew Gray, director and expert stylist of Biyoni, talks us through the hottest red carpet styles, as sported by Hollywood’s finest, “nothing overly constructed or complicated made an appearance, the overall look was natural. There was also the occasional throwback to the sixties, like Keira Knightley’s centre parting and ponytail, which will be a definite feature of the upcoming seasons.

Reese Witherspoon Christian Dior Dress

Top of the list, Reese Witherspoon was very proud of her original Christian Dior dress, and she scored a hit with her simple and uncomplicated centre parting and chignon at the back, with the length at the back padding into more of a croissant than a bun. “Natural texture was left in and pinned back above the ear. Reese maintained slight volume at the sides, not too tight, so as to complement angular features” explains Andrew.

Naomi Watts Curl

“King Kong star Naomi Watts was eye-catching with a sweeping put-up with no special trickery involved. Her side parting led to a soft sweep across the forehead, balanced at the rear by some elegant detail curl. The look was asymmetric and simple, balancing a fussy dress.”

Rachel Weisz Victorian Period Drama Look

According to Andrew, Rachel Weisz wore a look that would have been at home in a Victorian period drama. “Her hair took on a natural texture loosely pinned back, showing graceful movement and accentuating her very gentle face. She looked stunning in a simple plait with the tail tucked in and backcombing at the bottom. However, it’s a tricky look to achieve without some qualified assistance.”

Nicole Kidman Strapless Outfit

Nicole Kidman one of the presenters at the awards, went for simple straightening, perfectly framing her face and neck to make the most of a strapless outfit. “Simple to do at home for everyday elegance with your styling irons.” Says Andrew.



Keira Knightley British Oscar hope chose a long ponytail with full length coil, which Andrew is certain, will be a key look this season. “Achieved with large barrel tongs or wide styling irons, tied back with a back-combed top section. An inch-wide section from her front hairline was left hanging down loose to frame her slightly angular features.”

Hilary Swank Coiffeur

“Hilary Swank paying tribute to 1970s was stunning with side parting and big swooping coils Left to hang on her shoulders, reminiscent of Farah Fawcett or Cheryl Ladd, but without the colossal volume. Her coiffeur used the same technique for coils as Keira Knightley.”



Who Looked A Bit More Freak Than Chic

Andrew Gray Biyoni

Andrew Gray, director and expert stylist of Biyoni says, “Most of the guys didn’t really bother; George Clooney was looking suave as usual, Matt Dillon styled the same haircut he’s had for fifteen years. Heath Ledger at least had a shave, unlike his Bafta attendance, and a simple gelled up quiff done in less than a minute. Philip Seymour Hoffman obviously couldn’t care less, but he won Best Actor, so it probably doesn’t matter much!”



“Charlize Theron complicated, constructed dress didn’t match the enormous yet trendy 60s-vintage bouffant. Not a hit, but a bold mis-match of a statement.”



Andrew continues, “The Oscars has to be one of, if not, the most important night out for the stars. It is essential that they make the best possible impression. Not only is the right outfit crucial, a hairstyle that complements is vital to creating the right look. If you get it wrong it is going to haunt you for years!”



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