Get Audrey Hepburn’s Look
Audrey Hepburn’s name is synonymous poise, beauty, charm, elegance, and having a chic style. Her effortless grace is one that generations of women have continued to emulate; her undeniable loveliness is one that we’ve all looked up to; her fashion sense is one that’s never gone out of style. There’s no doubt that Audrey is an icon.
But what was it that made Audrey’s look hers? What aspects made it her signature? And how can we achieve that same iconic look today? Below, find a few things that defined Audrey’s signature style, that you, too, can make your own.
A red lip.
One might say Audrey’s beautiful doe eyes were the first thing you’d notice about her — but her bold red lips were certainly the next. A truly timeless makeup staple, red lips will always be incredibly classy, eye-catching, and lovely. And we’ve actually compiled a list of our favorite red lips, so you don’t have to spend precious hours searching.
A black turtleneck.
Part of Audrey’s appeal was her undeniable femininity mixed with her elegant yet often unassuming outfits. One of her most iconic go-tos was a simple black turtleneck — which played up her silhouette while remaining demure and subdued.
Thick brows.
Audrey’s features weren’t quite as low-key as her clothes sometimes were. One of her most defining features, setting her apart from other actresses of her time, were her dark, thick brows. While most women are afraid at the thought of having full eyebrows, Audrey’s show us that prominent brows can be striking in the best way possible.
Elegant flats.
Audrey clearly loved being a woman, but she was (thankfully) a rather practical one with her wardrobe. While heels are obviously gorgeous in the right setting, flats are often forgotten — but not by Audrey. Her classic style regularly included a pair of simple, pointed black flats, which serve to elongate the legs while staying perfectly comfortable.
A bold cat-eye.
Perhaps Audrey’s most memorable feature were her huge, dazzling, captivating eyes. But even with her natural beauty, she enhanced her doe eyes with bold, black eyeliner, shaping it into a subtle cat-eye to open up her enchanting stare.
Fitted skinny jeans.
Audrey was one for a tailored look. Wide-leg pants might be having a moment right now, but the one pant that never truly goes out of style? Skinny jeans. Structured yet feminine, fitted yet comfortable, contemporary yet timeless, a pair of skinny jeans will remain a staple for years to come.
A ballerina bun.
While Audrey was known for her cropped pixie cut, most of us aren’t willing to commit to a look this drastic (although we’re firm believers that every woman should try a pixie). To achieve Audrey’s clean look, a simple bun will always do the trick. If you’ve always had trouble getting a perfectly rounded bun, try using a bun maker!
Full lashes.
To finish off your Audrey-inspired look, you’ll need long, thick, luscious lashes to go along with your bold eyeliner — after all, her gaze was her most unmistakable quality. And you’re in luck: Benefit’s ‘They’re Real’ mascara is by far the best we’ve ever tried, adding length and volume without ever clumping.