Kendrick's up-tight character in "Up in the Air" always had her hair secured into a tight, rigid bun. For this grand occasion we think she should go in the opposite direction. A wavy down 'do would be a perfect way to make a young, laidback (but still totally gorgeous) statement.
Original hairstyle seen on: Anne Hathaway
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Kate Hudson
This rom-com queen seems to be setting her eyes on more serious, or should we say, Oscar-worthy roles. Though she wasn't nominated this year, we know she'll be working the red carpet with her other "Nine" co-stars. Our hairstyle prediction/suggestion for her? A sophisticated updo -- to remind us of her potential.
Original hairstyle seen on: Diane Kruger
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Kate Winslet
Winslet usually goes for glamorous when it comes to the Oscars. Since classy updos have worked so well for her in the past, we think she should stick to what works. No shame in that -- especially since she'll be presenting one of the biggest awards of the night.
Original hairstyle seen on: Kate Hudson
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Mo'Nique
This funny honey proved she has serious acting chops with her role in "Precious," and we have the sneaking suspicion she'll take home the prize. To compliment her round face, we think Mo'Nique should opt for a long, shiny look complete with faux bangs. The gleam from her hair may match her new shiny Oscar.
Original hairstyle seen on: Kerry Washington
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Helen Mirren
Mirren is almost as iconic as the award show itself. With her proven longevity this surely won't be her last walk down that red carpet. As an inspiration to all the new starlets on the scene, Mirren will likely (and should!) keep her hair as elegant as she is.
Original hairstyle seen on: Kate Winslet
So are you ready for Hollywood's biggest night? Do you have your office pool all set up? You know, the one that predicts who is going to win Best Actress, Director, Film, etc. at this year's Oscars? Guessing who's going to take home the little, gold, bald guy is half the fun of the Academy Awards hoopla, right? The other half of the fun, for any hair, makeup, fashion-loving fiend, is seeing how your favorite celebrities look at the momentous occasion. See, there is a reason why the pre-show on the red carpet, detailing every inch of a celebrities' look, lasts almost as long as the show itself.
So in the spirit of Oscar predictions, we have decided, after careful consideration, to select some of the best celebrity hairstyles previously seen on the red carpet, and with the help of our good friend Photoshop, we popped them on the heads of this year's lovely nominees, presenters and guests. These "new" styles are what we think these celebs should wear as they parade down the carpet. So, should Sandra Bullock wear Meryl Streep's winning look from a previous Academy Awards ceremony? Or would she look better in a Penelope Cruz-inspired 'do? Will Maggie Gyllenhaal beat out Anna Kendrick with a classic updo that always works so well for Kate Winslet? And because Nicole Kidman and Kate Hudson aren't nominated for Oscars this year (though they will be there), should they opt for a low-key style so they don't upstage the great Helen Mirren? There really is just so much to consider.
While there is no money to be won on this pool, there sure is a good amount of fun to be had in predicting and suggesting who should wear what (previously-worn) celebrity hairstyles. Let the guessing games begin.
