<p id=”par-1_67″>Zendaya <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/beauty-expert-shares-zendayas-makeup-the-odyssey-premiere-irresistible.html/”>stars as Athena</a> in <em>The Odyssey, </em>Christopher Nolan’s latest film. Her looks <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/zendaya-gets-right-carpet-again-wont-come-out-biggest-star-the-odyssey.html/”>on the press tour</a> have been a major part of the conversation around the film. Her outfits and makeup have stood out, but many people are hoping to replicate her hairstyles from the red carpet. A beauty expert weighed in on why she’s sparking so much interest, and how to get a similar look.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-the-actor-had-looks-inspired-by-the-film-on-the-red-carpet”>The actor had looks inspired by the film on the red carpet</h2>
<p id=”par-2_30″>Though Zendaya’s screen time in <em>The Odyssey </em>is brief, she has made major waves on the press tour. <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/zendaya-stuns-dramatic-modern-goddess-look-tom-holland-braces-curveball-question-red-carpet.html/”>Each of her looks</a> was inspired by her character, the goddess Athena.</p>
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<p id=”par-3_36″>“Zendaya wore Grecian waves at <em>The Odyssey</em> premiere, a hairstyle inspired by ancient Mediterranean goddesses,” said Annabelle Taurua, a beauty expert at <a target=”_blank” href=”https://www.fresha.com/lp/en/bt/hair-salons” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Fresha</a>. “This style features voluminous, soft, cascading waves that look both natural and effortless.”</p>
<p id=”par-4_11″>She has worn a variety of looks that emulate her character.</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-zendaya-s-hair-on-the-odyssey-press-tour-is-sparking-interest”>Zendaya’s hair on ‘The Odyssey’ press tour is sparking interest</h2>
<p id=”par-5_37″>At <em>The Odyssey’s</em> New York premiere, Zendaya wore a white dress with feathered wings. She wore her hair in a long braid with face-framing waves. Taurua disclosed why this look was so perfect for the red carpet.</p>
<p id=”par-6_38″>“As Zendaya plays the goddess Athena in <em>The Odyssey</em>, this hairstyle allowed her to perfectly channel ancient Greece without looking too much like a costume, and instead, something that is wearable for a variety of occasions,” she said. </p>
<p id=”par-7_11″>She expects <a href=”https://www.cheatsheet.com/news/madonnas-hair-nearly-breaks-internet-following-world-cup-halftime-performance.html/”>this look to take over</a> bridal trends in 2026.</p>
<p id=”par-8_35″>“We anticipate that 2026 brides and bridesmaids will take inspiration from this romantic, effortless style, which pairs perfectly to add contrast and softness to a structured white gown like Zendaya’s red carpet look,” she said.</p>
<p id=”par-9_15″>It’s an adaptable look though. People don’t need a special occasion to try it out.</p>
<p id=”par-10_71″>“But it doesn’t have to be a red carpet or wedding to pull off this look,” Taurua said. “The beauty of Grecian waves is their adaptability as a summer and holiday style, especially as soft curves are flattering on most face shapes, hair lengths, and textures. The flowing S-shaped waves can offer a perfect holiday look when you want to look refined without appearing overly formal, from sightseeing to evening dinners.”</p>
<h2 class=”wp-block-heading” id=”h-how-do-you-get-zendaya-s-hair-from-the-odyssey-press-tour”>How do you get Zendaya’s hair from ‘The Odyssey’ press tour?</h2>
<p id=”par-11_15″>While Zendaya had a glam team, people at home can achieve a similar hair look.</p>
<p id=”par-12_56″>“If you have naturally curly hair, scrunching your wet hair with curl cream or oils will most likely help you achieve Grecian waves; if not, a hair waver will achieve the same kind of waves,” Taurua said. “Once the waves are achieved, create a relaxed, half-up, half-down braid; either a regular or a fishtail works wonderfully.”</p>
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<p id=”par-13_19″>She added that the look is good in the heat. It can also stay for days at a time.</p>
<p id=”par-14_66″>“When styled with a lightweight product, Grecian waves can hold their shape even in warm weather, while still allowing movement, and they pair well with humidity-friendly updos,” she said. “Also, if the waves loosen after a day or two, they often transition into relaxed beachy waves rather than looking untidy. Salt sprays will also help to give that beachy, desert-like movement often synonymous with Greek goddesses.”</p>