The Story Behind Lupita Nyong’o’s Mesmerizing Updo at the Oscars 2022

 

Tonight on the red carpet of the Oscars 2022, Lupita Nyong’o’s look is worth its weight in gold.

The Black Panther star’s gilded Prada dress — embellished with sequins, paillettes and beaded flower clusters — was nothing short of a show stopper. As always, her hairstylist Vernon François realized she had an equally regal hairdo to match, creating an enchanting textured updo. “It’s a feminine upgrade with a soft, graceful, seductive feel influenced by what Lupita is wearing and the event,” explains François, adding, François explains. that the overall look was inspired by African figures in classical Greek art. He adds: “The hand-sculpted, asymmetrical shape matched the floral design in Lupita’s dress while also elongating her neckline.

In creating the look, François incorporated a range of techniques. “There are twists, positions, braids, weaves to keep hair hydrated and nourished while styling,” says François, who has used Matrix’s Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking hair treatment. “I love the complexity of the textures, and the shine and balance of the textures showing off without being over groomed.” He went on to explain that he wanted to mirror the movement of Nyong’o’s dress. “You might not realize it at first, but movement is an important part of this hairstyle,” he explains. “Art creates the illusion of fluidity as Lupita walks the red carpet.”

Just adding to the film is her make-up look, adorned with gold pressed lids and deep ruby ​​red lips painted by Nick Barose using Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Lipstick in Mademoiselle Lupita with a bit of Lancôme Juicy Tubes in Hallucination on the center of the lips for a golden sheen.

As if it should be said, Nyong’o is the queen of red carpet swing moments — and the spectacular hairstyle that celebrates the beauty and versatility of natural hair will always be part of the equation. “It really captures the essence of the Oscars,” says François. “It is regal, statue-like, and magnificent.”