LOEWE dress. Photographed by Greg Swales for the March 2025 Issue of Vogue Philippines
From deep, dramatic hues to fresh, glowing skin, Hailee Steinfeld’s makeup transitions between classic and modern beauty looks.
At 14 years old, Hailee Steinfeld rose to fame with her breakout role as Mattie Ross in the 2010 film True Grit, which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Since then, she’s grown up in the limelight, attending red-carpet events such as galas, movie premieres, fashion shows, and award shows, while touring the world as a singer and filming movies and TV shows.
Whether she’s gracing the red carpet with a perfectly sculpted pout, embracing fresh-faced minimalism, or pushing the boundaries with daring eye looks, her approach to makeup draws people’s eyes. Here, Vogue Philippines revisits the cover star’s best beauty moments throughout the years.
Miu Miu Spring/Summer 2015 Collection
In attending Miu Miu’s Spring/Summer 2015 show, Steinfeld chose to go with a youthful look. Her skin had a fresh, dewy finish, enhancing her natural glow. Her eyes were subtly defined with soft, neutral eyeshadow and minimal eyeliner, keeping the focus on her expressive gaze. Her brows were well-groomed yet natural, and a hint of blush brought warmth to her complexion, while her lips were kept soft and natural with a muted pink or nude shade.
The 2017 Billboard Music Awards
Steinfeld rocked a bold makeup look that complemented her edgy, metallic dress at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. The standout feature of her look was her smoky, metallic eye makeup, featuring shimmery silver and charcoal hues blended for a dramatic effect. Her lashes were long and voluminous, while her brows were groomed and filled in for a defined but natural look. To balance the intensity of her eyes, her lips were kept soft and neutral with a nude lipstick that had a slight gloss, adding a touch of freshness.
The 2018 Grammy Awards
For the 2018 Grammy Awards, Steinfeld made a bold beauty statement with a metallic blue eye look. Her eyes were the focal point, featuring a shimmery blue eyeshadow blended across her lids and extended outward for a soft, winged effect. Her complexion had subtly contoured cheeks, and a soft highlight that enhanced her natural glow. For contrast, she kept her lips minimal with a soft pinkish-nude lipstick.
The 2018 Met Gala
With the theme, “Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination,” Steinfeld embraced a glamorous makeup look. Her eye makeup was soft yet defined, featuring neutral-toned eyeshadows blended for a smoky effect. A sharp black winged liner added elegance, while fluttery lashes gave her eyes a lifted, ethereal look. For the lips, she went for a bold matte red, adding a striking contrast to her look.
The 2019 Doha Fashion Trust Arabia Gala
For the 2019 Doha Fashion Trust Gala, Steinfeld draws the eye with her makeup look. Subtle contouring defined her cheekbones, while a touch of highlighter on the high points of her face. Her eye makeup featured bold, sharp wings that extended upward and outward the eye. For her lips, Steinfeld opted for a rosy nude lipstick with a satin finish.
The 2019 Met Gala
Fully embracing the theme “Camp: Notes on Fashion,” Steinfeld was playful with her makeup. Her eyes were the main focus, featuring graphic neon green eyeshadow that extended from her lids to her brow bone. Her lashes were long and voluminous, adding to the theatrical feel, while her brows were brushed up and naturally defined. A soft peach blush added warmth to her cheeks, keeping the look fresh and balanced. For her lips, she opted for a soft pinkish-nude shade, allowing the neon eye look to take center stage.
The 2024 Oscars
At the 2024 Oscars, Steinfeld captivated onlookers with a monochromatic peach makeup look. Her complexion was luminous, featuring a dewy finish that highlighted her natural radiance. Soft peach tones adorned her cheeks, providing a subtle flush. Her eye makeup continued the peach theme, with warm, peachy hues blended seamlessly across her lids, enhancing her brown eyes without overpowering them. Delicate eyeliner and voluminous lashes added depth, while her brows were groomed and filled to frame her face. Her lips were dressed in a matching peach shade, completing the cohesive monochromatic effect.
Photographs by GREG SWALES. Styling by ROB ZANGARDI & MARIEL HAENN. Makeup: Ash K Holm. Hair: Gregory Russel. Executive Producer: Anz Hizon. Producer: Alexey Galetskiy. Nails: Tom Bachik. Production Assistants: Ivan Shentalinskiy, Grace Sundarathiti. Photographer’s Assistants: Juliet Lambert, Maya Sacks, Stephen Krajeski. Digital Tech: Toma Kostygina. Stylist’s Assistants: Hannah Margeson, Elliot Soriano. Tailor: Oxana Sumenko. Cinematographer: Chevy Tyler. Management: Maggie Bryant, Caroline Imhoff, Jill Demling. Catering: Haute Chefs. Shot on location at AGP West
