British singer-songwriter Lily Allen, 38, set Instagram ablaze on Monday as she revealed a dramatic shift in her hairstyle. Departing from her previous orange pixie cut, Allen now boasts ultra-long, fiery red locks, capturing attention with a vibrant and eye-catching look just in time for winter.
In a selfie shared on Instagram, Allen showcased her new fiery red ‘do, artfully tucked into a beanie as she posed near subway tracks. The singer coordinated the bold hair color with matching lipstick, emphasizing the fiery theme. Accompanying the snapshot was a caption featuring a redheaded mermaid emoji, playfully drawing a comparison to Princess Ariel.
While Allen remained mum on the specific hair details, Ester, the New York City-based hair extension specialist behind the transformation, offered an inside look at the 11-hour process on TikTok.
In her TikTok video, Ester disclosed that when Lily Allen reached out via direct message, it was an opportunity she couldn’t pass up, crediting Allen’s past music videos for shaping her. Initially desiring shoulder-length extensions, Allen, sporting a short bob with faded orange hair, experienced a change of heart during the installation.
Ester explained the challenges posed by Allen’s dense, short hair, making it one of the most intricate installations she’s tackled. Despite the complexities, Ester successfully completed the custom-colored extensions, deeming the final result as “wearable art.”
In a TikTok sign-off, Ester praised Lily Allen’s transformative look, dubbing her a slayer.
This latest hair metamorphosis marks another chapter in Allen’s adventurous hair journey. Known for her initial rise to fame with dark brunette locks, she shocked fans by bleaching her chic black bob platinum in February. Following several months of flaunting a blonde look, Allen embraced change once again in September, debuting a copper color at Sofia Coppola’s book launch, an event in collaboration with Chanel. Her ever-evolving hairstyles continue to be a canvas for self-expression, captivating fans and fashion enthusiasts alike.
