Hair transformation can have a dramatic effect on how we look and feel. From long bob inspiration to going blonde like Goldie Hawn, taking steps toward positive change through your locks shows you’re open to making positive shifts in life.
This year has witnessed some of our favorite celebrities revamp their looks with bold haircuts and hues, from ombre to platinum with blunt fringes to curtain bangs – see how their locks have transformed over the years!
Kim Kardashian
As she became more well-known, however, Kim began showing off new and dramatic hair transformations, such as bleached blonde tresses and platinum blonde wigs.
At this year’s Met Gala, Kardashian made an impression in a latex Thierry Mugler dress designed to make her appear like she had just come out of water. Her glam and hair looked flawless; her icy blonde wig looked almost identical to Marilyn Monroe’s iconic locks. According to hairstylist Chris Appleton, who shared two photos and video featuring Kimmy in lighter looks on Instagram under the hashtag “Ice Kimmy”, Chris Appleton believes she may be transitioning into an “Ice Kimmy” phase that we should all watch for!
Lily Allen
British singer Lily Allen recently gave her look a dramatic makeover by switching up her signature dark locks for firetruck red locks. The 38-year-old singer posted the photo to Instagram, showing off her new mermaid-esque do in a black beanie and including one redhead mermaid emoji as part of her caption.
Ester, an NYC-based extensions specialist, shared her process on TikTok with PEOPLE. They decided to add waist-length scarlet lengths using keratin bond extensions; K-tips were customized and applied using heat.
Ester explained that her beautiful makeover took around 11 hours to complete. Fans quickly showed their admiration, calling Ester “sexy as hell” while another noted she looked like a princess.
Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough has long been beloved for her signature style and beauty look, never failing to dazzle fans with her beauty looks. Recently, Dancing with the Stars alumni Julianne Hough dazzled followers by creating an incredible face transformation with the help of her makeup team by holding up different photos of herself for transformation purposes.
Hough, who previously appeared on Dancing with the Stars (DWTS), recently shared a TikTok clip showing off her new look. Wearing a pink satin gown with plunging neckline that highlighted her tiny waist, Hough completed her ensemble by accessorizing with silver earrings and pink lipstick.
Fans are loving her new look! Gone are her long blonde locks in favor of an edgy bob cut that fans adore.
Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron is one of those celebrity figures who can pull off any hairstyle with ease, looking stunning in it all. Her perfect oval face and petite features pair beautifully with her fine strands, making it effortless for her to sport any short or long pixie cut look.
Last summer, Theron stunned audiences when she unveiled an eye-catching shoulder-length mullet styled with shaggy layers and bangs reminiscent of her character in The Old Guard and their distinctive personality. Theron explained her bold decision as an homage to their century-old warrior character from The Old Guard series.
At the 2020 BAFTAs, Theron made a dramatic switch up by opting for a chin-grazing blunt bob, marking a substantial departure from her signature buttery blonde locks. Adir Abergel shared two behind-the-scenes Instagram photos that documented Theron’s red carpet appearance with this change – calling it a last minute decision she decided upon before attending the show! Her new haircut completed her stunning violet Dior gown ensemble.
Rumer Willis
Rumer Willis, Demi Moore’s and Bruce Willis’ eldest daughter, exudes both beauty and elegance that reflect her mother. Rumer made headlines this year by coloring her locks a vibrant red color.
At the premiere of her dad, Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, this actress wore an elegant yet comfortable ensemble featuring long, sleek locks topped off by a thin black sweater and high-waisted leggings paired with high-waisted leggings for maximum impact.
Recently, Sorority Row actress Louetta Provenza shared an insightful Instagram post relating to her family and how they never give anyone power over their worth or femininity.