Award shows are back — and so is full-on, unapologetic glam. At the 2021 BET Awards on Sunday, bold natural curls, classic cat eyes, thick lashes, and extra-long extensions ruled the day. Here, check out the best, show-stopping beauty looks from the event.
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H.E.R.
H.E.R. wears emerald green eyeshadow behind her signature sunglasses and her hair in long, loose waves.
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Ciara
With a tousled blonde lob, a simple smoky eye, and shiny beige lips, Ciara exudes sex appeal.
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Mereba
Mereba channels Medusa with intricate, gravity-defying braids and a subtle cat eye.
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Ebony Obsidian
Betty Paige pin-up bangs get a cool update with natural texture and a voluminous ponytail.
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Chloe Bailey
Chloe Bailey wears her locs in a flirty updo and plays up her eyes with full, fluttery lashes.
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Marsai Martin
Marsai Martin brings the old Hollywood glamour in a sleek side part and a sultry cat eye.
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Sevyn Streeter
Sevyn Streeter takes on a triumvirate of ’90s trends: frosty eye shadow, an embellished headscarf, and curled-under ends.
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Jennifer Hudson
Natural curls and bangs complement Jeninifer Hudson’s understated glam.
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Latto
Latto looks like a lilac-haired Jessica Rabbit with soft curls (and elbow length gloves).
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Anrda Day
Andra Day goes for some extra sparkle with a smattering of crystals at her hairline.
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Saweetie
Saweetie looks powerful in a blonde ballerina bun, dramatic brows, and embellished nails.
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Ashanti
Ashanti’s Rapunzel-esque ponytail requires a full-length photo to take in the full effect.
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Flo Milli
A center part and waist-length extensions lend the necessary drama to Flo Milli’s look.
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Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson also got the memo about a center part and thigh-skimming tresses.
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Summer Walker
Three is officially a trend. Summer Walker also opts for the ultra-long hair look.
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Issa Rae
A sweet high pony and sophisticated makeup center the attention on Issa Rae’s killer smile.
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Megan Thee Stallion
Megan Thee Stallion looks sharp with high-gloss, center-parted hair, brown lip liner, and a negative space cat eye.