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Sophie Turner has debuted an unexpected hair transformation at the Newport Beach Film Festival UK & IE Honors 2026, sidelining her signature blonde for a rich, winter-ready “truffle brunette” shade. The actor, who was originally known for her Game of Thrones character Sansa Stark’s vibrant copper color, before returning to her roots with a natural shade of blonde following the show’s conclusion, appears to be entering a new beauty era with her latest hair switch.
We’d hazard a guess that the shift toward darker hues is linked to her upcoming role as the iconic Lara Croft in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which is set for release this year, but if there’s one thing we know for certain, it’s that Turner is truly a hair color chameleon.
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Turner isn’t the first to veer toward “truffle brunette” colors this season; in fact, the trend has become widely popular among the stylish show-goers of Copenhagen Fashion Week.
“A favorite among many of the Copenhagen cool girls, ‘truffle brown’ is glowy and expensive-looking,” reports Stil’s expert colorist, Christel Barron-Hough. “It’s a great choice for multi-textured hair, as it adds depth, tone, and lots of hydration.”
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She defines the year’s most coveted brunette trend as a shift away from cooler browns and a move toward rich, velvety truffle hues that are luxurious and full-bodied in both color and depth—which is exactly the statement Turner makes with her latest look.
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If you’re considering a switch between light and dark shades, as Turner has repeated time and time again, it’s important to consult an expert colorist on the essential steps between your transition. Lighter colors will require red tones to be re-added to the strands to ensure depth and richness, while the journey between brunette and light blonde requires an expert hand to reduce damage and ensure an even tone.
Already brunette? Ask your stylist for a glossy, rich toner to add a fresh glaze to your look. It’s an effortless way to refresh your shine and tone, while leaning into the season’s prettiest chocolate-inspired shade. If there’s one thing Turner has proven this week, it’s that shifting between hair colors is the easiest way to reinvent your personal style.
