Get the Look: Nicole Kidman and Anya Taylor-Joy Bring Chanel Inspired Glamour to the LACMA Gala

Two very different interpretations of red carpet glamour took center stage at this weekend’s LACMA Gala. Nicole Kidman and Anya Taylor-Joy each made a statement with distinctive hairstyles created by celebrity hairstylists Adir Abergel and Gregory Russell, respectively, using ghd styling tools.

Kidman embraced effortless ’90s Chanel glamour with a soft, undone ponytail, wispy fringe and delicate face-framing pieces. Inspired by the iconic French girl aesthetic, Abergel created a look that was sexy, relaxed and timeless.

Taylor-Joy, meanwhile, wore a sleek, high-shine sculptural knot that complemented her archival Pierre Cardin gown. Russell drew inspiration from the gown’s architectural lines to create a modern, refined hairstyle with a touch of drama.

GET NICOLE KIDMAN’S LOOK

Celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel (@hairbyadir) created Nicole’s ’90s Chanel-inspired ponytail using ghd tools.

1. Begin by drying the fringe with the ghd Speed hair dryer, directing the hair from side to side with your fingers to keep it soft and natural. Use the ghd Ceramic Vented Round Brush to roll it under and sweep it slightly to one side.
2. Create volume throughout the rest of the hair using the ghd Speed and Ceramic Vented Round Brush. Lift each section away from the head and use the cool shot before releasing.
3. Leave the fringe and wispy face-framing pieces out. Apply texture spray and backcomb the crown using the ghd The Sectioner Tail Comb, then smooth the top layer. Gather the remaining hair high and loosely with your hands and secure with an elastic.
4. Use the ghd Chronos Curve Grand Iron to add a quick, loose bend to a few sections of the ponytail and face-framing pieces. Allow the hair to cool completely before gently shaking out the curls with your fingers.
5. Finish by pulling out a few additional pieces around the hairline and misting with hairspray to hold the look in place.

PRODUCTS USED:

• ghd Speed Hair Dryer ($429)
• ghd Ceramic Vented Round Brush ($40)
• ghd The Sectioner Tail Comb ($22)
• ghd Chronos Curve Grand Iron ($259)

GET ANYA TAYLOR-JOY’S LOOK

Celebrity hairstylist Gregory Russell (@gregoryrussellhair) created Anya’s sleek, sculptural updo using ghd styling tools.

1. Begin by using the ghd Speed hair dryer with the ghd Ceramic Vented Round Brush, working section by section to direct the hair close to the head and create a smooth foundation.
2. Refine the texture with ghd Sculpt to achieve a silky, glass-like finish with incredible shine.
3. Apply a small amount of blow-dry cream along the hairline, brush the hair back and secure tightly into a sleek ponytail.
4. Mist with strong-hold hairspray for a clean, lacquered silhouette. Apply glossing cream to the ponytail, twist into an exaggerated knot around the base and pin securely.
5. Finally, tame any remaining flyaways with a touch more hairspray and finish with a generous mist of shine spray for a polished, high-gloss finish.

PRODUCTS USED:

• ghd Speed Hair Dryer ($429)
• ghd Ceramic Vented Round Brush ($40)
• ghd Sculpt ($449)