16 Oscars Hairstyles That Will Go Down In History

One thing remains a bright spot in the increasingly confused Oscars production: celebs showing off stellar beauty looks. Remembering the best of Hollywood's biggest beauty pageant isn't just pretty to look at — it feeds our hairstyling inspo (and Pinterest boards) for years to come. Remember Michelle Williams' perfect side-swept updo and bangs at the 2006 awards? It looks just as fresh today. Think you can't bring versatility to a buzzcut? Check out Danai Gurira at the 2018 awards. Afraid headbands are best left in the seventh grade? Lupita Nyong'o proves otherwise. We could go on — and we do, ahead, with 16 of the most impactful, timeless, and copied hairstyles in Oscars history.

Julia Roberts, 2001

Coiffed updos can be tricky: Thanks to the popularity of bouffants in the '50s and '60s, the sculpted style can easily feel retro. But with a deep part and just a bit of volume at the crown, Roberts ushered in a take on the style that proved to be timeless (and just as memorable as her black-and-white Valentino gown).

Julia's iconic hairstyle

Halle Berry, 2002

In the annal of perfect pixies, Berry's remains a standout, thanks to piece-y styling and subtle highlights that picked up the golden and burgundy hues of her gown.

Halle's iconic hairstyle