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Katie Holmes has worn so many gorgeous beauty looks (not to mention her fashion looks) over the years, that it’s hard to pick our favorites.
Her laidback but elegant style is one that many of us tried to replicate over the years, with glowy skin, a spectrum of sheer and berry lip shades, and a range of different styles in her deep brunette hair.
From tousled waves to a chic pixie cut and some of the most elegant makeup looks we’ve seen, these are Katie Holmes’s best beauty looks over the years.
We love this look from the star with loose waves cascading around the shoulders, and a deep side part that adds a touch of drama and frames the face. Paired with brown makeup tones, a smoky eye and soft berry lips, it’s elegant but laidback.
A cute but elegant look from the star with hair swept back with an Alice band, but a subtle wave with some texture through it adding a more sophisticated touch. We love the contrasting makeup tones here too, with a bronzed face creating the foundation for peach lips and a warm green eyeshadow look.
Soft, retro waves define the star’s short cut here, with a side-parting and hint of volume at the crown that adds to the red-carpet feel. Paired with glowy skin, a mauve lip and a smoky eye that sports a line of metallic green for a modern edge, the look feels classic but cool.
Sleek and dramatic, we love this look with the star’s hair pulled into a polished chignon, letting her bold smokey eye take center stage. Jewel-toned shadow and dramatic liner emphasize her dark eyes, while a sculpted cheek and rich plum lip finish the look for high glamour with a modern twist.
A laidback style that still looks chic, with her long hair tucked back casually, showing off luminous skin and softly defined eyes, while the dewy skin and bronzed cheeks paired with a smudged mauve lip adds a bright, glowy finish.
With a low, center-parted bun that’s neat but not overly styled, this hair look gives off a classic evening feel that’s elegant but stylish. We love how it makes way for the makeup to shine, with a glowy, bronzed base and bold scarlet lip that pops against the star’s all-black outfit.
A sleek chignon at the back of the crown keeps this look refined and minimal, while the simple makeup keeps with the theme, adding a satin skin finish, soft warm eye look and muted beige lip. Ideal for an evening event where you want to look polished but not overdone.
A dramatic look that focuses on the sleek, almost liquid-shine of the hair, worn in an ultra-long, poker-straight style swept over one shoulder. The minimal makeup complements the drama of the hair, with softly defined eyes, natural brows and a dark beige lip.
We love this look from the star, with a sleek top knot that pulls the hair away from the face, showing off her natural bone structure. The makeup is understated but elevated, with a wash of mauve shadow, a hint of liner, and a satin berry lip. An elegant but approachable look that’s perfect for day or night.
We love this short hair look from the star with her textured bob styled in loose waves for an undone-chic finish. The bold matte red lip is the star of the look here, paired with glowy skin and soft eye makeup for a Parisian feel.
An iconic look from the star, this sharp, middle-parted blowout with sleek, straight lengths falling just below the shoulders feels modern and powerful. Paired with dark brown makeup tones, a deep plum lip and a striking smoky eye, it’s bold and evening-ready.
Katie keeps it effortless with a soft updo here, leaving wisps of hair framing her face for a romantic touch. Her makeup leans dewy and natural, with bronzed lids, fluttery lashes, and a glossy berry lip, for an understated, feminine finish.
Long, loose waves with caramel undertones give this look a romantic finish, while the warm, glowy makeup with soft blush and a neutral lip color enhances the star’s natural undertones. A soft and approachable red-carpet look, that’s both glamorous and laidback.
An edgy but relaxed look, we love how the star’s hair is swept into a low ponytail with braiding detail at the crown for a subtle twist. Paired muted but surprisingly detailed makeup, with soft earthy tones and a touch of shimmer around the eyes and a taupe-rose lip, the look gives a feel of understated glamour.
A slicked-back updo with volume at the crown adds some laidback drama to this bolder beauty moment, but it’s the vivid fuchsia berry lip that stands out in this look. Paired with glowy skin and a simple eye look, it’s an elegant but achievable look for everyday events.
A chic but achievable look here from the star, this shoulder-grazing cut worn in loose but textured waves, it feels relaxed and low-maintenance but polished and intentional. Paired with soft earthy makeup tones, dewy skin and a sheer, soft brown lip, it’s an elegant everyday look that feels fresh without being fussy.
Defined curls bring bounce and energy to this look, framing the star’s face beautifully. Paired with subtle makeup, with warm neutral eyeshadow and a pink-beige lip, it’s a relaxed and polished look that’s perfect for day-to-night.
This sleek, straight ponytail feels timeless and sharp, with a neat center part that elongates the face. We love how it’s paired with minimal but glowy makeup, with a peach-toned blush and a coral lip that adds a gentle warmth, finished off with a striking defined but dramatic eye look.
A pixie look all around, with a chic pixie cut that frames the star’s face, styled with subtle volume and side-swept layers for effortless sophistication. Paired with a bold smoky eye with heavy liner and dramatic fluttering lashes, against a glowy, bronzed face and a mauve lip, it looks soft but dramatic against her structured crop.
Katie leans into vintage glamour with a sculpted finger-wave updo, styled close to the head for a 1920s-inspired vibe. Her makeup follows suit, with darkly rimmed eyes with a smudged, sultry finish and a muted beige lip. It’s sleek, bold, and perfectly tailored for a statement-making night.
Glossy brunette waves fall in loose layers, parted to the side for volume and movement with this look. Casual but elegant, it looks so chic with her minimal makeup look, dewy skin and berry-toned lip.
Glossy mid-length waves are styled with a slightly undone edge, for movement and bounce, while the star’s makeup here is more playful, with a pop of raspberry lipstick adding color against her dewy, natural-looking skin. Defined lashes give the eyes lift without heaviness, giving this a glam but casual finish.
The loosely pinned bun with soft face-framing strands makes this look feel effortless but intentional. Her fresh, dewy base keeps the focus on naturally glowing skin, paired with rosy lips and a hint of highlighter on the cheeks. It’s an easy, pulled-together style that balances comfort with polish.
Tousled, textured waves with a touch of volume at the roots add an edge to this look, while the statement bright, raspberry lip lifts the look and adds a put-together elegance. Bronzed face makeup and minimal eye makeup keep things fresh, letting the bold hair and lip combination do the talking.
With an old Hollywood feel, this softly sculpted bob styled into voluminous waves gives a polished and glamorous feel. Paired with a radiant finish on the skin, with subtle contouring to lift the cheekbones and a vibrant bold red lip, it feels both glamorous and modern.
A soft wave with a high-gloss finish keeps this look simple and flattering, while the natural flush through the cheeks pairs with peachy lips and lightly defined eyes, making it approachable yet elegant. It’s a timeless everyday beauty approach that feels fresh without trying too hard.
This look is all about the bangs, with a thick, eyebrow-skimming styling paired with a touch of texture through the mid-lengths of the softly-waved hair. We love the earthy, neutral tones of the makeup, with the soft but heavy liner on the eyes and the barely-there beige lip.
An elegant updo with a deep side part gives this look structure, while wisps at the crown soften the overall finish. The makeup leans into rosy tones, with pink-shadowed eyes and a coordinating lip shade that feels subtle but striking. Dramatic but elegant for a chic impression.
This undone bun is all about volume at the crown with wisps left loose for softness. It’s paired with glowy, bronzed skin and a coral lip for extra warmth. It feels relaxed and laidback but still elegant enough for an evening event.
Tousled waves with a soft middle part give this look relaxed elegance, while her glossy chocolate color adds depth. Shimmery eyeshadow and fluttery lashes highlight the star’s eyes, while a berry gloss on the lip keeps this look understated but radiant.