Golden Globes 2011: The Best and Worst Hairstyles

From low knotted buns to classic twists and pumped-up ponytails, the A-list sported some of the hottest hair trends of the season. Here, we recap the highs and lows of the night.

By Colleen Moody

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julia stiles at the 2011 golden globes
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Julia Stiles

Looking absolutely flawless with a porcelain complexion and pretty pink lips, Julia Stiles soft wispy curls complemented her asymmetrical ruffles perfectly.

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Gabourey Sidibe

Stepping out of her comfort zone in the fashion department, the Precious star's hair was at a bit of an awkward length, with curls that reminded us of Cindy Brady.

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Sarah Hyland

The Modern Family cutie knocked this updo out of the park with heavy, blunt bangs and a low twisted knot in the back to balance it out.

olivia wilde at the 2011 golden globes
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Olivia Wilde

Though her strapless embroidered Marchesa ball gown made a sparkling statement, we still wish Olivia Wilde had spruced up her fringed bangs and straight strands a little bit more.

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Natalie Portman

The Black Swan star proved that you can't go wrong with a staple style by pulling off a classic French twist beautifully.

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Helena Bonham Carter

Between the two different colored shoes, the dress, and the bird's nest-like updo, there was a lot going on (and not in a good way) with this Alice in Wonderland star’s look.

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Dianna Agron

This Glee star shows Old Hollywood curls never go out of style. Plus points for her elegant side part.

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Scarlett Johansson

Recently single ScarJo made quite the statement with this big, teased updo that looked oddly similar to the Bride of Frankenstein.

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Amber Riley

The Glee cast continued to dominate the hair looks of the night on the red carpet, with this glamorous, shiny side ponytail.

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Kelly Osbourne

An example of a French twist gone wrong, the back looked great but the front made the newly slender celeb look a bit matronly.

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