Farewell to Millie Bobby Blonde, and welcome Millie Bobby Burgundy! At the Los Angeles premiere of Stranger Things season five last night, Millie Bobby Brown revealed her latest hair makeover. “I’m wearing custom Rodarte for the show’s farewell,” she told reporters on the red carpet.

Styled by Ryan Young, the recent British Vogue cover star wore a custom Rodarte gown with metallic and sheer tulle details, featuring dramatic black feathers along the bust and silhouette that flowed into a beaded train. Paired with silver Chopard earrings and rings, the look was sensual, dark, and romantic. She was accompanied by her husband, Jake Bongiovi, who sported a burnt red velvet suit.

Her hair, crafted by celebrity stylist Pete Burkill, matched the sensual vibe with a deep wine hue—perhaps burgundy, Cabernet, or Merlot. It was styled in an elegant updo with a center part and soft front pieces.

Burkill explained to Vogue, “The goal was to make Millie’s hair look effortlessly put together, as if she’d done it herself. The shape has a natural ease, with soft, face-framing texture that complements the gown’s clean neckline.” He used The Smooth Company Hair Wand to control flyaways and achieve a polished yet relaxed finish.

“Throughout this press tour, we’ve been embracing a more lived-in, timeless style—something fresh, subtle, and quietly confident,” Burkill shared. “This premiere look captures that spirit perfectly: elevated but never overdone.”

“The red is a shade we’ve been eager to try,” Burkill noted. They created a temporary vivid gloss by mixing Goldwell Elumen Red with Millie’s own Florence By Mills Mane Character Vibes Hair Mask. “It gave us the ideal mix of richness, shine, and fun for the evening.”

Burkill, a longtime member of Millie’s glam team, also styles celebrities like Anna Kendrick, Lauren Sanchez Bezos, Katy Perry, and Kim Kardashian.

Millie first debuted her bleach-blonde hair back in February, when she switched from her usual mid-brown to a Britney Spears-inspired shade, quickly achieved by colorist Veronica Wysocka of Hershesons. (She mentioned the transformation from brunette to blonde took 12 hours.) Over the following months, during various press events and red carpets, Millie and Burkill experimented with glamorous waves, elegant updos, and playful ’90s-style space buns. Her hair change coincided with a style shift, as she wore archival Hervé Léger from the 2000s, tight little black dresses, bold leopard prints, and strong, feminine gowns. As a blonde, Millie was clearly enjoying herself. Though she tried waist-length locks and a choppy bob, she has since returned to a light brunette shade.

Celebrities are embracing copper tones too. Pamela Anderson, one of our most famous blondes, showed off an auburn shaggy bob in September, while Joey King of Practical Magic 2 has maintained her mystical red hair. Fall seems like the perfect season for these autumnal shades—whether you prefer fire engine red, cherry cola, or ginger, there’s a red for everyone.

If Millie’s past style changes are any indication, this gothic red might not stick around for long. Millie Bobby Brown, Millie Bobby Blonde, Millie Bobby Burgundy—what will she try next? She loves to keep us guessing.

Frequently Asked Questions
Of course Here is a list of helpful and clear FAQs about Millie Bobby Browns red hair

General Questions

1 Did Millie Bobby Brown really dye her hair red
Yes she did She debuted a vibrant coppery red hair color a significant change from her usual dark brown locks

2 Why did she change her hair color
While she hasnt given one specific reason its most likely for a new role in an upcoming film or project Actors often change their appearance dramatically for their characters

3 Is the red hair permanent or just a wig
It appears to be her real dyed hair not a wig She has been photographed with the red hair in various casual and professional settings

4 What movie or show is the red hair for
While not officially confirmed it is widely speculated that the new hair color is for her role in the Netflix film The Electric State a scifi adventure directed by the Russo Brothers

5 When did she reveal her red hair
She first showed off the new color on her social media accounts in early 2023

Deeper Dive Styling Questions

6 What specific shade of red is it
Its best described as a coppery auburn or ginger shade It has warm orangeyred tones rather than a cool burgundy red

7 How does this change her look compared to her Stranger Things character
Its a massive departure Her character Eleven is known for a very simple look often with a shaved head or short neutral brown hair The vibrant red is bold glamorous and completely different

8 Is it difficult to maintain red hair color
Yes red dye is famously one of the hardest colors to maintain It fades quickly with washing so it requires special colorsafe shampoos cooler water temperatures and frequent touchups

9 Has she had red hair before
She has worn wigs for roles and events but this is the first time she has committed to a full allover red dye job for a prolonged period

10 Can I get my hair colored like Millies
Absolutely Bring a few photos of her hair to a professional colorist They can mix a custom auburn or copper shade to suit your skin tone