Anna Kendrick Style Transformation

Some starlets steal the scene with plunging necklines and pounds of makeup. Others do it with poreless complexions and an innate, impeccable sense of elegance. Anna Kendrick falls into the second category. For big events, the Oscar-nominee turns to romantic updos and whisper-light makeup, while still being ready to take a risk. "Anna isn’t afraid to try new things and doesn't take dressing up too seriously," says her hairstylist Craig Gangi. Her main objective is simply to highlight her own brand of beauty. "Anna is a great role model for young women who don't want to get a look that resembles everyone else's," says makeup artist Sara Glick. "She’s a real individual."

2003: Already a Tony Award nominee at the age of 13, the Broadway actress celebrated her big-screen debut in Camp with an understated look. "Anna blew out her curly hair to make it straight and clipped her hair back on one side," says her hairstylist Craig Gangi.

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2007

"Anna decided to go for a more sophisticated look," says makeup artist Sara Glick of Kendrick's appearance at the Hollywood Awards. "We didn't want her to grow up too fast, so she's wearing an age-appropriate evening eye and a light brush of color on her cheeks."

2009

The New Moon star upped the drama with a matte and muted smoky eye.

2009

For the AFI Awards, Kendrick added subtle makeup to a high ballerina bun. "We went for a clean, delicate look," says Glick. "She's a very understated person and wanted to show off her natural beauty."

2010

The Up in the Air nominee made her Academy Awards debut with a romantic style. "Anna truly glowed!" says Glick. "I warmed up her pale skin with peachy tones for a natural, sun-kissed glow." An undone updo completed the look. "We decided to keep her texture soft with loose waves, which I pulled back into a low, deconstructed bun," says Gangi. 

2010

"Anna really turned up the heat at the premiere of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World," says Glick. "With her hair in a side part and a smoky eye, she looked absolutely ravishing."

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Carrie