How Isabella Rossellini Got Ready for the Golden Globes After a 28-Year Hiatus
Rossellini proved that a red lip never goes out of style.
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After 28 years, Isabella Rossellini made her grand return to the Golden Globes last night, celebrating her nomination as Sister Agnes in Conclave. As this was her first Golden Globes appearance since 1997, it was fitting for her to don a show-stopping look. Rossellini wore a spectacular custom ensemble by Dolce and Gabbana. The dress featured intricate embroidery covering the length of the gown and was finished with a sheer red cape that danced in the breeze as she walked the carpet. Her makeup—specifically, her bold red lip—brought everything together. “She wore these beautiful ruby chandelier earrings, and we wanted the face to be the focal point, so I chose to use a beautiful red lip to draw the eyes to her magnificent face,” celebrity makeup artist Matin Maulawizada told ELLE.
Prepping Rossellini’s skin and creating a calming atmosphere were the first steps for the evening. For Maulawizada, skin care is key to achieving a flawless beauty look. He started with the Lancôme Génifique HydroGel Sheet Mask followed by a long, luxurious massage using the Lancôme Génifique Ultimate Serum and Lancôme Absolue Rich Cream. This ritual helped to relax Rossellini (who is a Lancôme ambassador) in the midst of the hectic day leading up to the awards. “Today was a very busy day,” Rossellini told ELLE. “You either have to talk to the press, write a speech, give an award, or possibly receive an award. I’m generally in my hotel room, trying to be as calm as possible, but keeping super busy.”
After the skin care was complete, it was time for the makeup. Inspired by vintage editorials and classic ’50s glam, Maulawizada started by using a sheer layer of Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation in 205C and tapping on Lancôme Teint Idole Ultra Wear Concealer in 110C under the eyes to maintain a fresh, natural glow. The eye was simple: a thin line of Lancôme’s Drama Liqui-Pencil Eyeliner in 01 Café Noir and the Lancôme Idôle Flutter Mascara. But the pièce de résistance was Rossellini’s striking lip. Swiping on the Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Drama Matte Lipstick in 505 Attrape Cœur mixed with Lancôme L’Absolu Rogue Drama Matte Lipstick in 430 Plum Addiction, Maulawizada created a classic red for the perfect finishing touch to Rossellini’s look.
Though she may not have won the award—she got a shoutout during Zoe Saldaña’s acceptance speech when the actress stated that she “thought she had made it” after having lunch at Rossellini’s home early on in her career—Rossellini was honored to be recognized for the film. “I think it is a marvelous film. I was so lucky, and I felt so privileged to be part of it, working with an incredible cast and director,” she said.
For a more in-depth look into her awards night glam, Rossellini brought ELLE along with her as she got ready.
“I typically have a basic skin care routine. I like the Lancôme Absolue Rich Cream and the Lancôme Génifique Ultimate Serum. Sometimes when I have a big evening, I also do the Lancôme Advanced Génifique Hydrogel Sheet Mask, so that I know I will look the best.”
“I’m wearing the new Lancôme Idôle Flutter Mascara for the first time tonight, along with my beloved Lancôme Drama Liqui-Pencil.”
“We knew the color of the dress and the jewelry that I [was going to] wear, so we made sure they would complement each other. Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Drama Matte Lipstick in 505 Attrape Cœur matched my outfit perfectly.”
“I work with the same makeup artists who know that I like makeup to look relatively natural. We continued in that direction.”
“I would read [while getting ready], but while getting glam you can’t. There [can be] a makeup artist poking your eyes while putting on mascara or a liner. So, we just chat. It generally takes about an hour to an hour and a half to be ready.”
“I’m excited to see the other actors and talent. I’ve seen most of the films, because I also vote for the Academy. I’m delighted. Some of them I know and some of them I don’t know.”
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