Nicole Kidman Says She First Learned Hair and Makeup at Trans Nightclubs

When the Oscar‑winning actress was asked about the origins of her lifelong love affair with beauty, she didn’t point to Hollywood makeup artists or glamorous red‑carpet teams. Instead, Kidman smiled and said she first learned how to shape her lashes, straighten her hair and experiment with hairpieces inside trans nightclubs.

“I’d sit there as this little freckled‑faced, red‑haired girl and they would make me beautiful,” Kidman told British Vogue in the cover interview that ran on August 13, 2026. She explained that the clubs were more than a nightlife stop – they were informal beauty schools where the community shared tips, tried on wigs, and applied bold makeup in a supportive, creative space.

“They would do my lashes, straighten my hair, put hairpieces on me, and slap on colour,” she recalled. “When I walked out, I felt transformed, like I was finally seeing myself the way I wanted to be seen.” That feeling, she said, sparked the curiosity that later guided her own style choices on the red carpet and beyond.

Kidman’s enthusiasm for fashion has clearly rubbed off on her daughters. The 18‑year‑old Sunday Rose made a splash at Miu Miu’s Spring/Summer 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week, strutting in a sleeveless white dress paired with black knee‑high socks and open‑toe pumps. She repeated the experience in March 2025, treating the hallways of her high school as impromptu runway practice and joking, “Everyone notices when I’m doing my runway walk.”

Meanwhile, the younger sister, 15‑year‑old Faith Margaret, is carving out her own aesthetic. Kidman described Faith’s style as “Bessette‑inspired,” a nod to the understated elegance of former First Lady Hillary Clinton’s sister‑in‑law. Both girls, though distinct in taste, share a palpable confidence that their mother says mirrors the supportive vibe she first felt in those queer club nights.

Reflecting on her daughters’ burgeoning careers, Kidman added, “Sunday is her own creature—very European, very visual. She photographs, makes little films, and pours creativity into everything she does.” She noted that Faith, despite being the “little one,” has already dabbled in Vogue‑school projects and is eager to explore the fashion world on her terms.

The actress’s story is a reminder that inspiration can come from the most unexpected places. From trans‑club makeovers to Paris runways, Kidman’s journey underscores how community, curiosity, and a willingness to try something new can shape a lifelong passion for beauty.