Fashion

Zendaya Goes Short, But It Might Not Be Permanent

by Julia Musto

At the Star Wars: The Force Awakens premiere in Hollywood last night, actress and musician Zendaya showed off a new bob on the red carpet. Since we've known her this year, Zendaya has rocked gorgeous below-the-shoulder locks in many different styles including textured knots, swingy blowouts, and disco curls. It's not a stretch to say that her hair is a large part of her identity and fashion, especially in 2015.

However, we have also seen Zendaya wear wigs ranging from short pixies to Mia Wallace in Pulp Fiction. It was about time for a new hairstyle and a new chop seems like the cool new way to go. But, because of Zendaya's love of wigs and playing with style, there is speculation about the reality of her current, erm, hairtuation. As Vogue points out, it seems more likely that the starlet pulled some magical Gigi Hadid voodoo instead of cutting it all.

Does it matter, you ask? Well, considering her penchant for theatrical appearances, this could be a signifier of a new Zendaya. When celebrities make dramatic hair changes, there is usually some motivating force behind it. For example, when I got my a-line bob I had just left someone I'd loved and moved across the country to try to find a job. Therefore, with that logic in mind, I'd say it matters. Real or not, Zendaya pulls off this mature and sleek style with a kiss of pink lip gloss to add some more festive glamour.

The bob was a chic way to go this holiday season, and a lot of celebrities have made the dramatic transition this year. Let's review. . .

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First here's Zendaya in all her glimmery splendidness. Can you believe she's only 19?

1. Léa Seydoux

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Seydoux's angles are accentuated by this curled bob and side part.

2. Taylor Schilling

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Schilling's look revitalized her, and she kills the roots game.

3. Lily Collins

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Collins looks sexy-vampy with this toussled bob and dark lip.

4. Lucy Hale

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The actress looks like a country goddess with this adorable waved bob.

5. Jennifer Lawrence

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Lawrence looks so mature and classic Hollywood with her Joy cut.

6. Rachel McAdams

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She could be bald and I would still lose my mind over how beautiful she is.

7. Emilia Clarke

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Clarke is the same; it's insane that you can go from Khaleesi to this and still be wildly beautiful.

8. Jessica Chastain

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The red-head's longer bob is luscious and silky.

9. Sarah Hyland

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Hyland's combo ombre-curled bob is stylish and versatile.

10. Demi Lovato

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Lovato's "Confident" hair looks just how it sounds.

I think they all look gorgeous. Although my hair is growing out, I am proud to be a part of #teambob, and Zendaya should think about making this length her go-to!

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