The Best (and Worst!) Beauty Looks From the 2019 Grammy Awards

The Best (and Worst!) Beauty Looks From the 2019 Grammy Awards
Best: Lady Gaga
Given the Grammys’ over-the-top M.O., people likely expected Lady Gaga to have the boldest look. Ever the unpredictable one, she surprised with a make-under. Tousled hair with visible roots and slightly smoky eyes delivered rock ‘n’ roll vibes.
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Best: Janelle Monáe
There will likely be many people attempting to DIY Janelle Monáe’s sculptural fascinator. At the very least, everyone should take inspiration from her thick braid and glowing natural makeup.
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Worst: Andra Day
We salute Andra Day for being experimental and fully committing to a look, but her throwback hair and makeup sadly turned into a fembot costume a few millimeters of hair ago.
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Best: Jennifer Lopez
We can’t see any of Jennifer Lopez’s forehead, but we can still see her on-point makeup look. The J.Lo glow was in full effect with her bronzed skin and glossy neutral lip. Bravo for wearing a hat that is grander than Pharrell Williams’ infamous hat from the 2014 Grammys. #Slay
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Best: Cardi B
There aren’t many people who can pull off wearing what looks like a supersized embellished thimble in their updo and call it fashion, but not many people are like Cardi B. The rapper worked every single beaded detail. Additionally, she made a case for millennial pink eyeshadow and flirty lashes.
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Worst: Natasha Lyonne
#WokeUpLikeThis bedhead can be fab, but it can only go so far before it becomes straight up disheveled. Natasha Lyonne’s dry-looking strands seemed in need of some TLC from a deep conditioning mask.
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Best: Tracee Ellis Ross
Those who wanted drama got plenty of it thanks to Tracee Ellis Ross’ braids, which reached mid-thigh. Her fresh gym skin prevented things from becoming too intense.
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Best: Alicia Keys
The host of the evening was barefaced and beautiful. She proved the best sort of glow is the one from within — and possibly a good serum. Her sleek updo exploded around her shoulders into a delight of curls.
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