Sydney got a surprise dose of old-school Nicole Kidman magic just before Christmas. The Oscar winner stepped out with her daughters on December 24—and instantly sent fans spiraling with a look that felt ripped straight from the ’90s.
For the rare family outing, Kidman ditched her usual polished blowout and let her natural strawberry-red curls take center stage. Voluminous, center-parted ringlets framed her face, giving a nostalgic nod to the hair that launched her early career—and reminding everyone why it became iconic in the first place.
Her outfit did just as much talking. Leaning fully into summer mode despite the holiday calendar, Kidman opted for a buttery yellow slip dress with a deep neckline and delicate lace details. The lingerie-inspired piece skipped the bra entirely and revealed a dramatic open back that plunged low, delivering effortless confidence with every step.
She kept the styling refreshingly relaxed: barely-there makeup with soft pink tones, gold flat sandals, oversized black sunglasses, and a woven cream bag finished with black trim. It was glamorous, yes—but unmistakably carefree.
Her daughters offered a striking contrast. Sunday, 17, went full boho in a sheer black lace gown with embroidered detailing and a floor-length silhouette, while Faith, 14, stayed close as the trio headed into the Christmas Eve celebration.
The appearance follows another recent family moment shared by Kidman, who spent Thanksgiving with her daughters in Nashville. That time, she posted a makeup-free snapshot from a casual turkey trot—curly hair pulled back, athleisure on, and family front and center.
Whether red carpet or sidewalk, blowout or curls, Nicole Kidman continues to prove one thing: she doesn’t chase eras—she revives them on her own terms.
