Just a few days after the new year, awards season kicked off—and with the current cultural zeitgeist’s array of beloved style-savvy stars walking the red carpet, this season is already promising an emphasis on daring dressing. As any beauty fiend knows, part of the joy of putting a head-to-toe look together is the makeup, hair, […]
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Just a few days after the new year, awards season kicked off—and with the current cultural zeitgeist’s array of beloved style-savvy stars walking the red carpet, this season is already promising an emphasis on daring dressing.
As any beauty fiend knows, part of the joy of putting a head-to-toe look together is the makeup, hair, and nails that go along with any stunning gown or sophisticated suit. This awards season—which runs from the Critics Choice Awards on Jan. 4 all the way to the Oscars on March 15—the emphasis may be on the shimmery coveted trophies, but our favorite stars are stealing the show with beauty looks that are truly out of this world.
Without further ado, join L’OFFICIEL as we dive into all of the beauty trends sweeping the red carpets in 2026.
Moody Matte Lips
Though glossy, shimmery lip looks have dominated beauty trends in recent years, pop culture’s favorite stars are proving that matte is making a full-on comeback.
At the 2026 Golden Globes, fashion darlings like Jenna Ortega and Audrey Nuna sported dramatic matte lip looks that proved the style deserves its moment in the spotlight. Ortega opted for a cool-toned hue in line with her recent „clean goth“ approach to beauty, while the Nuna took daring drama to the max with a jet-black shade.
Lilac Lids
Monochromatic matte eyeshadows are nothing new in the beauty world, but this season, the fashion scene’s favorite icons are opting for a color oft ignored by even the most experienced makeup lovers: light, powdery lilac.
At the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, Leighton Meester sported a very subtle, understated pastel purple hue on her lids, complementing her vibrant purple gown. Meanwhile, model and It girl Amelia Gray fully leaned into the look at the 2026 Golden Globes, and stunned on the red carpet with a whimsical wisteria eyeshadow.
Bubblegum Pink
It’s no secret that bright bubblegum pink has been TikTok’s favorite beauty trend du jour as of late, but few expected to see the online embrace of the cheery hue translate to the red carpet. Nonetheless, stars like Jennifer Garner and Lisa incorporated the color into their sophisticated beauty looks at the 2026 Golden Globes. Garner sported a bubblegum pink lip look, while Lisa opted for a candy pink blush.
Different as the approaches may be, the prevalence of the color proves that a touch of the vibrant hue is a welcome addition to just about any glamorous beauty look.
Dramatic Manicures
Moody manicures appeared in full force on the red carpet at the 2026 Golden Globes. While they were joined by an array of classic French manicures and elegant blush pink styles, these darker-hued nail looks proved strikingly stunning.
EJAE’s lace-inspired nail art offered a sophisticated take on the vampiric goth-inspired manicures the Internet has been obsessed with as of late, while Danielle Brooks‘ chrome mani offered a pop of shine that perfectly complemented the star’s glimmering jewelry and similarly dark-hued dress.
