Hailee Steinfeld made a drastic change to her signature look last year when she debuted a chic bob haircut on Instagram. The actress, known for her long flowing locks, decided to switch things up and go for a shorter style. Hairstylist Mara Roszak, who is also the founder of RŌZ haircare, was the mastermind behind Steinfeld’s new ‘do. The transformation took place as Steinfeld began filming for her horror movie “Sinners,” which has recently been released.
Roszak shared some behind-the-scenes details on how she created the bob for Steinfeld. She mentioned that Steinfeld had always been a fan of long hair, so the decision to chop it off was a big change. The goal was to create a look that would work well for the period film, while still being versatile enough for Steinfeld’s off-duty days.
“Sinners” is a historical supernatural horror film set in the 1930s in Mississippi, featuring vampires. Steinfeld plays an undead woman of the south, and her hair needed to reflect the era’s aesthetics. Roszak explained that they opted for a ‘S’ wave shape to shorten the style by one to two inches. They also added subtle layers around Steinfeld’s face and cut the hair just above the collarbone to maintain some length.
For inspiration, Roszak looked to classic Hollywood actors like Lauren Bacall, known for her coiffed and wavy long bob. They also referenced images of sophisticated women from the 1930s to achieve a more classic and conservative look. Roszak dubbed the style as a “swing bob,” a nod to the glamorous hairstyles of the era.
Overall, Steinfeld’s bob haircut was a bold and refreshing change that perfectly suited her character in “Sinners.” The transformation was a testament to her versatility as an actress and her willingness to embrace new looks for her roles.
