She loves her job—she really loves her job. And her new lob.

While details about The Devil Wears Prada 2 remain under wraps, a few things are certain: Andy Sachs still shares Anne Hathaway’s love for Valentino, Miranda Priestly remains loyal to her sharp bob, and Emily Charlton will always be a fiery redhead.

First introduced in 2006 as Miranda’s frazzled, fashion-obsessed first assistant, Emily became iconic not just for her razor-sharp British wit, tiny skirt suits, and towering heels, but for her sleek, glossy chestnut-red hair—a high-fashion shade with a touch of attitude. Back then, Emily Blunt, just 23, dyed her brunette locks for the role, later switching to a deeper cherry-cola tone for premieres, keeping that fierce edge.

But recent paparazzi shots showed Blunt leaving the set with her usual sun-kissed brunette hair—no red in sight. For years, she’s alternated between ashy blondes and warm brunettes, avoiding auburn entirely.

Then, this week, Blunt fully transformed back into Emily Charlton—now a high-powered Dior executive who clashes with Priestly again. On set in New York, she was photographed in full costume: Dior sunglasses, a graphic tee, a pinstripe corset and trousers by Jean Paul Gaultier, and sneaker heels by Brandon Blackwood. Classic Emily.

The real showstopper? Her new look: a long, center-parted copper-red lob, slightly warmer than her original 2006 shade. Paired with her monochrome outfit, it’s bold and commanding—a modern upgrade for a character who’s risen from assistant to executive. The lob is chic, low-maintenance, and boardroom-ready, proving Emily no longer has to try so hard.

As for whether Blunt actually chopped and dyed her hair or is rocking a stellar wig—that’s still unclear. (She usually trusts hairstylist Jessica Paster for her real-life transformations.)

For now, we can only hope Emily—and her fiery new lob—finally make it to Paris this time.