Every time Anya Taylor-Joy slayed her hair and makeup
It's been a meteoric rise for 25-year old Argentine-British actress, Anya Taylor-Joyy. Already, she has two BBC dramas – The Miniaturist and Peaky Blinders – under her belt. She's scared our socks off in period horror film, The Witch and psychological thrillers Split and Glass. And she scooped the leading role in last year's remake of Jane Austen's Emma, alongside Bill Nighy.
Then, of course, there's her star performance as pro chess champion, Beth Harmon, in Netflix smash-hit, The Queen's Gambit, which earned her a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Miniseries or TV film. She made history in the process, as the first Latina ever to win the award.
But Anya's ability to switch between characters is matched by her chameleon-like hair and beauty repertoire. She's rocked everything from bouncy blonde Regency curls to that famous red bob.
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Her high cheekbones, big brown eyes and prominent cupid's bow bring new life to classic makeup looks we love. But it's not been all plain-sailing. Lockdown measures meant the biggest award season of Anya's career played out a little differently this year, and with limited access to her glam squad, Anya's makeup artist and hairstylist had to talk her through creating her beauty look over zoom. So, alongside two awards, Anya has some fierce beauty skills to her name as well.
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From flawless winged eyeliner, to sky-high beehives, gold-leaf hair details, perfect berry pouts and the waist-length platinum mermaid waves that Anya is currently rocking, these are some of our favourite Anya beauty moments so far...
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Every time Anya Taylor-Joy slayed her hair and makeup...
@gregoryrussellhair / InstagramAnya's waist-length mermaid waves and heavily lidded lashes at the Golden Globes gave old-school Hollywood beauty a modern update.
Getty ImagesDuring Paris Fashion Week in 2020, Anya slayed her now-trademark look of long blonde side-parted waves, paired with a statement lip.
Getty ImagesAt the Emma film premiere in February 2020, Anya's sky-high beehive stole the spotlight.
Getty ImagesProof that a ponytail can elevate any outfit, Anya's loosened it up with tendrils at the front, fresh pink lips and fluttery bambi lashes.
@anyataylorjoy / InstagramAnya temporarily returned to brunette in 2019 and we reckon she looks incredible.
@anyataylorjoy / InstagramA candid snap of Anya in her iconic Queen's Gambit red bob.
@anyataylorjoy / InstagramAnya shared a behind-the-scenes sneak peek of the 60s beauty look she'll be rocking in her upcoming psychological thriller, Last Night In Soho.
Getty ImagesAt the 39th London Critics' Circle Choice Awards in London, Anya decorated her pretty half updo with gold leaf detailing.
Getty ImagesAt the New York premiere of Glass, Anya rocked a deep metallic lip, gold eyeshadow and a side-parted ponytail.
Getty ImagesFor the UK premiere of Glass, Anya chose shimmering silver liner and a boho ribbon headband around her hair.
Getty ImagesAnya served up this Pearly Queen look at an intimate dinner in London in 2018.
Getty ImagesThe moment that made everyone go 'who's that girl?'. Anya slayed it on the BAFTA red carpet in 2018, with her golden crown and sharply defined cupid's bow. Bow down.
Getty ImagesAnya's beautiful almond eyes look divine when traced with a simple but effective eyeliner flick.
Getty ImagesBlonde or brunette? They both look so good we can't decide!
Getty ImagesAnya's love for hair accessories goes way back. Swap the black with gold jewels for white with diamantes and you've got yourself some bridal updo inspo.
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A slicked-back ponytail lets Anya's facial features shine. And those wings could cut glass they're so sharp.
Getty ImagesA fresh-faced Anya had us wanting to copy her skincare regimen ASAP. Or at least ask her what highlighter she's using...
