Whereas Alexis Rose might be just a little bit high maintenance, Annie Murphy seems anything but [1]. The Schitt's Creek [2] actress doesn't do a whole lot of over-the-top glamour, and we love that about her. Instead, her makeup and hair nearly always seem effortless, natural, and easy to put together. She relies on amplifying her natural curls and playing with different lip colours [3] — and looks pretty much stunning every single time. Ahead, we've picked out some of our favourite beauty looks she's picked for events over the past few years and you'll quickly see what we mean when we say it always looks effortless!
Annie Murphy's Casual Updo at a 2015 Schitt's Creek Screening
Annie Murphy's casual updo is a little messy in a good way. She pulled the whole look together with bold makeup colours, making it look chic.
Annie Murphy's Rosy Cheeks at a 2016 Paley Centre Event
Usually one to steer more toward natural colours, Annie Murphy went with extra rosy cheeks at this 2016 event, making her lipstick pop more.
Annie Murphy's Pink Lip and Smoky Eye at a 2016 Schitt's Creek Interview
Pairing pink lipstick and a smoky eye can lend itself more toward a formal look, but Annie Murphy kept them both toned down just enough that they worked for this daytime event.
Annie Murphy's Extralong Lashes at the 2017 Vulture Festival
What we love about Annie Murphy's defined lashes here is that they're almost definitely her lashes and not falsies (though there may be some fillers). Rather than add too much extra volume, she played up the lashes she has to give them extra drama.
Annie Murphy's Sleek Topknot at the 2018 Schitt's Creek Season 4 Premiere at TIFF
Annie Murphy's hair was slicked back at TIFF in 2018, showing off her facial structure and letting her fabulous earrings do all the talking.
Annie Murphy's Laidback Natural Look at a 2018 Schitt's Creek Event
We're obsessed with this casual look. Annie Murphy threw on her glasses, left her hair tousled, and wore just a little bit of makeup at this Schitt's Creek [5] event and looked nothing like Alexis Rose.
Annie Murphy's Muted Glam at a 2018 Gala
Annie Murphy clearly took inspiration from her lace outfit at this gala when it came time for her hair and makeup. Her dusty rose lip colour is the perfect complement to the off-white outfit, and her casually glamorous updo completes the look.
Annie Murphy's Sideswept Hair at the 2018 Canadian Screen Awards
Annie Murphy's sideswept hair here is simple yet put together. It actually looks so effortless and isn't overdone, which works well with her outfit and peekaboo accessories.
Annie Murphy's Sunkissed Look at the 2018 MTV Movie and TV Awards
The MTV Awards are always a time to do something funky, low-key, or just different. Annie Murphy went with a funky 'fit but kept her hair and makeup sun-kissed and beachy, which was perfect for the LA location.
Annie Murphy's Bold Red Lip at the 2018 Vulture Festival
Annie Murphy loves a bold lip! We've noticed she either leans into the totally casual look or the bold lip look and keeps the rest of her face pretty simple. This 2018 look is no different. Her eye makeup is subtle but the bold brick red lipstick stands out.
Annie Murphy's Slicked-Back Hair at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
At the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards, Annie Murphy slicked her hair back off her face but left it down, showing off her face and dramatic makeup.
Annie Murphy's Spiral Curls at a Canada Goose Event in 2019
These curls! The tight curl Annie Murphy rocked at this 2019 event are not something we usually see on her. They look super cute and we're into it.
Annie Murphy's Glam Hair and Makeup at the 2019 Canadian Screen Awards Broadcast Gala
Annie Murphy opted for a bit of a pouf in her hair at the 2019 Canadian Screen Awards Broadcast Gala. She pulled her hair back with a headband but teased it up to give it some volume. Add in the subtle smoky eye and pink lip, and you've got the full glam look.
Annie Murphy's Dark Lip at the 2019 Gracies Awards
This is one of the darker lip looks Annie Murphy has picked for events, and it looks so good! With her darker roots and the dark dress, the dark lip works well with the rest of the look.
Annie Murphy's Half-Up Messy Bun at a Schitt's Creek Screening in 2019
We need Annie Murphy to do a tutorial on her messy buns because they always look just messy enough without being sloppy. This one at a 2019 screening was even more on the upscale side, thanks to half of her hair being down and softly curled.
Annie Murphy's Messy Ponytail at the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards
It looks like Annie Murphy just threw her hair in a ponytail for the 2019 MTV Movie and TV Awards, but, like, in a cool way. Like she couldn't be bothered to do any more than this and yet still looks amazing.
Annie Murphy's Natural Look at the 2019 GLAAD Gala
Annie Murphy opted for a natural makeup look for the 2019 GLAAD Gala with a simple ponytail. It was understated yet beautiful.
Annie Murphy's Beach Waves at the 2019 Emmy Awards
Annie Murphy's beach waves are a mainstay. It seems to be one of her go-to looks, so she just gave her natural wave some extra oomph at the 2019 Emmys.
Annie Murphy's Fresh Face at the 2019 Glamour Women of the Year Awards
For the 2019 Glamour Women of the Year Awards, Annie Murphy let her fresh face shine.
Annie Murphy's Blue Eyeliner at the 2020 Critics' Choice Awards
For the 2020 Critics' Choice Awards, Annie Murphy swiped on a very subtle blue eyeliner that you almost can't even see! Paired with the subtle smoky eye though, the liner makes her eyes really pop.
Annie Murphy's Ombre Waves at a Schitt's Creek Event
Annie Murphy's ombre hair colour could be grown-out roots, but whatever the case, it looks intentional and it works for her. The colours fade gradually and look effortless.
Annie Murphy's Curls at the 2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards
What's so pretty about these curls is that they're a little fancier than Annie Murphy's usual beachy waves and the sleek roots give it more of an Old Hollywood feel. Together with the smoky eye and dark lip, the whole look is sophisticated and beautiful.