Step aside, long locks – 2024 looks set to be a new year of the bob, and Halle Bailey is leading the way with her latest hair transformation. The actor and musician stepped out at the Aerie REAL Fest in Atlanta, where she turned heads and set hearts racing with her stunning curly bob. But this wasn't just any bob – it was a masterpiece by her go-to hairstylist, Tinisha Meeks.
Hair transformation for Halle Bailey's 'The Little Mermaid' cost at least $150,000
Picture Halle Bailey, radiant as ever, with a curly bob that danced effortlessly between her chin and collarbones. But wait, there's more! Upon closer inspection, you'll notice the subtle yet striking addition of two large twisted loc strands framing her face, adding an extra dimension to her already fabulous hairstyle. And she didn't stop there — Meeks added a few more twists to Bailey's locks, blending them seamlessly with her luscious curls.
Bailey's talent for hair experimentation knows no bounds and every style she debuts is more mesmerizing than the last. From braids to twists to loc ponytails, she's done it all – and with flair, we might add. So it was no surprise when she decided to jump on the bob bandwagon, but with her own unique twist, literally.
Bailey took to Instagram on March 23 and treated fans to a carousel of selfies showing off her chic new look. The comments section was overflowing with praise, with creator Brittany Jones declaring, "The short hair eats every time," to which Bailey responded with a heartfelt "love u." Fans couldn't get enough of it and flooded the thread with questions about the intricacies of the style and how to get those enviable curls (hint: it's all in the hands of the talented Meeks).
