Hollywood’s biggest night of the year was a truly dazzling affair, and as per usual, all eyes were on the fashion and beauty department – especially when it comes to hair! The theme of the Oscars this year was undoubtedly updos, with many stars piling their hair high on their head for retro red carpet glam, while others continued to serve pure inches, letting their locks flow angelically down to their waist. But above all, we had to hold space for Ariana’s whimsical bun that would definitely do Glinda proud! In no particular order, here’s 12 of our favourite hair looks from the 2025 Academy Awards, plus our own suggestions for the best clip-in hair extensions, permanent extensions, accessories and haircare from our collection so you can be blessed with hair that’s truly award-winning!
1. Ariana Grande
Wicked star and R.E.M. Beauty founder Ariana Grande’s monochrome pink eyeshadow, bright blush and glossy lips were the perfect match for her magical, strapless Schiaparelli gown that made her look as if she were floating in mid-air. For her hair, her blonde locks were crafted into a tight, spiral bun, with the remainder of her hair slicked back. For an extra snatched bun like Ariana’s, you can double up with a hair mask to keep your hair hydrated but also keep those flyaways in check!
2. Sydney Sweeney
Hollywood bombshell Sydney Sweeney blew the rest of the Vanity Fair After Party away in a sparkly pink halter neck gown, a custom Miu Miu number that’s doing the rounds on everyone’s instas. When it comes to hair, Sweeney has experimented with a bunch of shades over the past couple of years. From Barbie blonde to fiery ginger, the actress has transformed herself on screen many times but has calmed things down a notch with a neutral bronde balayage. To add extra volume to your locks like Sydney’s, our seamless clip in hair extensions are your best bet!
3. Selena Gomez
Selena is no stranger to vintage Hollywood fashion, and her gorgeous dark brown retro bob speaks volumes of this! Arriving to the red carpet in an off-the-shoulder custom Ralph Lauren gown, one detail that sparked whispers among beauty editors the most was that it was meticulously made with over 16,000 drops of glass, airbrushed to create a glittering pink ombre effect. Selena topped off the look with her old school retro bob, flicked ends and deep side part, showing us that short hair has defo made a comeback!
4. Elle Fanning
In true Elle Fanning fashion, the starlet’s makeup combined a natural, rosy flush with a bold, black cat-eye liner for a hint of vintage flair. Her voluminous, centre-parted updo – created by celebrity hairstylist Jenda Alcorn – was the cherry on top of her latest stunning look, taking her bright blonde locks to new heights. If you fancy lightening up your locks like Elle, we match her with our shade Lightest Blonde.
5. Lupita Nyong’o
Celebrity hairstylist Vernon François echoed the delicate pearl details of Lupita Nyong’o’s Oscars gown with a few extra added to the star’s coiffed updo. Dressed like a starry night sky, N’yongo’s pearled hair made her bright white gown and elegant updo even more mesmerising. For more inspo on hair accessories and sparkly hair looks, you can explore our guide to wearing hair gems.
6. Lily Rose Depp
Absolutely acing her Oscars debut, Lily Rose-Depp left us speechless in a sultry, barely–there black Chanel halter dress. Embroidered with black sequins, crystals and pearls, this gown was very much a gothic, vampy nod to her latest role opposite the terrifying Bill Skarsgaard in Nosferatu. For her hair, she showcased a classic deep side part and let her ashy blonde curls spill gracefully over her shoulder like movie stars from the past. To get Lily’s colour for your clip in or professional hair extensions, we match her with our natural, caramel-inspired shade Lightest Brown.
7. Margaret Qualley
Margaret Qualley wore a unique, show-stopping rolled updo crafted by Anna Cofone, paired perfectly with a black Chanel column gown. This interesting hair choice began to make more sense as the night went on, when Qualley paraded around on stage as a Bond girl, her 40s style hair complimented her red femme fatale dress for the night’s Bond tribute performance. To achieve an updo as intricate as this, we recommend using a pintail comb and alligator clips for sectioning and precision, and a one piece clip in top up for any extra height needed.
8. Storm Reid
Coming in red hot is Euphoria actress Storm Reid! The star worked the Oscars glam bot camera like a true pro, swishing her sleek high ponytail. Her hair for the evening was signed off with a cute, gelled curl laid flat on her forehead for a hint of retro glam. At only 21 years old, Reid never misses when it comes to turning a look! If you’re looking to add more oomph to your updo, why not try our Wrap Around Ponytail?
9. Emma Stone
Ladies and gentlemen, the queen of the pixie cut! Oscars veteran Emma Stone looked like a knockout with her 1920s flapper girl-inspired tresses. Topped off with a swirling, gelled side fringe, it’s safe to say the actress gets an easy A+ for her custom Louis Vuitton gown too. To keep your locks silky and sealed in place like Emma’s, our Moisturising Silky Spray is the ultimate hair BFF to keep in your handbag.
10. Lisa
This bookmark-worthy voluminous high ponytail and fluffy fringe was a true standout for us at the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party. K-Pop superstar Lisa stunned in a structured power suit with a red rosette pinned to her blazer. It’s giving CEO vibes! Steal Lisa’s look with our very own Wrap Around Ponytail and clip-in fringe to add some extra flair to your locks.
11. Miley Cyrus
Miley is never afraid to go against the grain, and this year’s Oscars ceremony was no exception! In true country fashion, the popstar didn’t hold back when it came to channelling her glitzy Southern roots. Miley showcased an eccentric, high volume quiff and exaggerated highlighted curls paired with a trailing Alexander McQueen Gown and edgy bleached brows. If you’re looking for a colour match, we think Miley best fits our Chestnut Honey clip in extensions.
12. Demi Moore
The Substance actress showed off her signature waist-length blow-dry, executed by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos. Her dangerously dark, gorgeous long tresses expertly set the stage for her fresh-faced make-up look and jaw-dropping, silver bejewelled gown. To get Demi’s luscious long locks, feel free to browse our range of 26–inch hair extensions… our longest set of human hair extensions yet!
Conclusion:
And that’s a wrap! The 2025 Oscars certainly didn’t disappoint when it came to hair and beauty, with intricate updos and flashes from the past having their moment more than ever. If you’re looking to add more volume to your updo, our Remy hair extensions are the best way to achieve Oscars-level glam at home. From clip ins to permanent hair extensions, to absolute must-haves in your bathroom beauty cabinet, you’ve now got everything you need for a star-studded night out or a lowkey movie night in! As award season continues, get ahead of the game and see what else is making waves in the world of hair this year: Trending Hairstyles and Shades for 2025.
