“Wednesday” star Jenna Ortega brought the goth to the 2025 Academy Museum Gala red carpet with a barely-there brow, a heavily-lined eye and metal breastplate by Grace Ling.
Ortega’s hair, by celebrity hairstylist Dom Forletta, was in total contrast to the harshness of the overall look. Forletta tells The Tease, “We aimed for an effortless, youthful ponytail that feels fresh and modern.” He adds, “We wanted to avoid anything too polished or structured and the result was a carefree yet refined style that perfectly balances elegance with ease.”
Scroll for a breakdown on the stunning ponytail moment, including the exact tools Forletta used.
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- “I began by prepping her hair with the Red by Kiss Carbon Fiber Blow Dryer, directing airflow to set the foundation for her desired part. This helped guide the shape and movement from the start.
- Next, I used the Red by Kiss Carbon Fiber Flat Iron to smooth and refine the hair, focusing on detail work to ensure a polished yet natural finish.
- Once the hair was set, I pulled it back into a ponytail, strategically loosening select sections to create that intentionally effortless, lived-in feel.
- To complete the look, I applied my go-to finishing products, enough to keep the hair in place while still allowing it to move freely and maintain soft, touchable texture.”
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