How to Achieve Old Hollywood Glamour: Top Beauty Trends from the 2025 Golden Globes

Old Hollywood Glamour: A Return to Timeless Elegance

This year's Golden Globes saw a significant resurgence of Old Hollywood glamour, with celebrities like Zendaya, Nicole Kidman, and Selena Gomez opting for classic, 1960s-inspired hairstyles. These looks were characterized by voluminous hairdos, effortless waves, and sleek bobs that exuded the timeless elegance of icons like Marilyn Monroe, Jackie O, and Audrey Hepburn.

Voluminous Hairdos

To achieve a voluminous look like Nicole Kidman's bouffant ponytail, start by using a volumizing shampoo and conditioner. Then, use a round brush and a blow dryer to add volume to your roots. For an extra lift, apply a volumizing spray before styling. Finish the look with a high-shine finish using a hair serum. For example, Nicole Kidman’s hairstylist Adir Abergel used Bellami Hair Silk Seam Clip-In Extensions and Virtue Volumizing Primer to enhance her volume.

Effortless Waves

Zendaya’s retro waves were a highlight of the evening. To get this look, use a curling iron like the ghd Curve Classic Curl Iron. Set the curls with hard rollers and pins, and then gently brush them out to achieve effortless waves. Zendaya’s stylist Coree Moreno also used Nexxus Volume Medium Hold Mousse on Bellami clip-in extensions to create mega volume.

Sleek Bobs

Selena Gomez’s sleek bob was another standout look. For a similar style, use a hair straightener to achieve a high-shine, side-swept finish. Apply a hair serum or oil to enhance shine and protect your hair from heat damage. Selena Gomez’s hairstylist Renato Campora used Joico's JoiWhip Design Foam and ghd's Helios Hair Dryer to create structured waves.

Retro Makeup: Smoky Eyes, Blush, and Cat-Eyes

Makeup trends at the 2025 Golden Globes were heavily influenced by past decades, with smoky eyes, high-wattage blush, and subtle cat-eyes making a strong comeback.

Smoky Eyes

Kerry Washington’s matte and dark eyeshadow look was a prime example of the smoky eye trend. To replicate this, use a cream shadow stick like our ZenaMakeup Glitter Cream Eyeshadow Stick in a deep shade. Apply it all over the lid and blend well to create a seamless transition. For a softer approach, start with a lighter shade and build up the color gradually.

High-Wattage Blush

Rosy blush was a common theme among many celebrities, including Zendaya and Cynthia Erivo. Use a blush that matches your skin tone and apply it to the apples of your cheeks for a natural, flushed look. Our ZenaMakeup Blush Stick is perfect for this, offering a range of shades to suit every skin type.

Subtle Cat-Eyes

Ariana Grande’s vintage cat-eye, inspired by Audrey Hepburn, was a classic touch. To achieve this look, use a liquid eyeliner and start with a thin line close to your lashes. Gradually thicken the line as you move towards the outer corner of your eye, and finish with a subtle wing. For a more precise application, use our ZenaMakeup Precision Liquid Eyeliner.

Standout Looks: Celebrity Inspiration

Zendaya

Zendaya’s bouncy, voluminous bob paired with impactful rosy blush was a highlight of the evening. To get this look, follow the steps for effortless waves mentioned earlier and pair it with our ZenaMakeup Blush Stick for a rosy glow.

Demi Moore

Demi Moore’s loose waves and radiant skin were achieved using a combination of good skincare and styling products. Use a hydrating serum and a moisturizing mask to get radiant skin, and style your hair with a curling iron and a light-hold hairspray for loose waves. Demi Moore’s team used Dior Diorshow 5 Couleurs Couture Eyeshadow Palette and Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray to enhance her look.

Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo’s sleek ballerina bun and rosy makeup were complemented by a bold manicure. For a similar look, use our ZenaMakeup Nail Polish in a bold shade and pair it with a rosy blush for a cohesive look.

Celebrity Stylists: Behind the Scenes

Coree Moreno

Coree Moreno styled Zendaya’s Old Hollywood bob using the ghd Curve Classic Curl Iron. To achieve this look, use a curling iron and set the curls with hard rollers and pins. Finish with a light-hold hairspray to keep the style in place.

Adir Abergel

Adir Abergel created Nicole Kidman’s voluminous bouffant ponytail by drawing inspiration from the iconic styles of the 1960s and 1970s. Use Bellami Hair Silk Seam Clip-In Extensions and Virtue Volumizing Primer to enhance volume, and finish with a high-shine hair serum.

Conclusion

The 2025 Golden Globes red carpet was a celebration of classic beauty trends with a modern twist. By embracing Old Hollywood glamour and retro makeup looks, celebrities showed us how to achieve timeless elegance with ease. Whether you’re looking for voluminous hairdos, smoky eyes, or high-wattage blush, our ZenaMakeup range has the perfect products to help you replicate these stunning looks at home.

Key Products to Try:

• ZenaMakeup Glitter Cream Eyeshadow Stick: Perfect for creating smoky eyes and adding a touch of glamour to your look.
• ZenaMakeup Blush Stick: Offers a range of shades to match your skin tone and add a natural, flushed look.
• ZenaMakeup Precision Liquid Eyeliner: Ideal for creating subtle cat-eyes and precise eyeliner looks.
• ZenaMakeup Nail Polish: Available in bold shades to complement your overall beauty look.

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