It’s almost time to roll out the red carpet, pop some champagne, and tune into the Academy Awards. While all the reporters will be asking, “What are you wearing?” – we’d prefer to check out some elegant and unique hairstyles that only Hollywood can bring us! Here are our top five favorite Oscar-winning hairstyles from the past decade!

Halle Berry – Who can forget that maroon dress with the flowers sitting in just the right places? Halle Berry’s dress worn at the 2002 Oscars may have stole the show, but her short hair made her just as iconic. Halle’s pixie cut allowed her to truly show off her dress, and it showed women around the world that a short haircut can be sexy and glamorous enough for the Academy Awards.

Julia Roberts – In 2001 Julia Roberts strutted down the red carpet in a black and white vintage Valentino gown and a dramatic updo. Roberts’ hairstyle showed us that with a few well-placed hair extensions and a retro vibe, bigger is better!

Reese Witherspoon – We loved Witherspoon’s elegant chignon updo in 2006. Taking home an Oscar for her role in Walk the Line, Reese made an appropriate choice with her hair. This classic look channeled Grace Kelly and took us back to old Hollywood.

Charlize Theron – In 2004, Charlize choose to mimic Hollywood stars of the 1930s and 1940s with her pin-curled bob. We love that she paired this retro hairstyle with a modern dress and allover shimmer.

Penelope Cruz – When Penelope won her Academy Award in 2009, she relied on a classic ballerina bun that was simple, understated, and elegant. But who can blame her? Other great actresses like Audrey Hepburn have rocked this timeless look.

Who do you think will join the rankings of best Oscar hair this year?

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