Ariana Grande Debuts Dark Bob, Putting Ponytail on Hiatus

Ariana Grande unveiled a short, dark brown bob on Instagram on October 22, replacing the long ponytail that has been a signature of her public image. Hairstylist Brandon Pietsch credited himself with the cut and color, describing the ponytail as taking a hiatus. Images shared by Grande show a sleek bob around chin to jaw length, with a deep side part and ends turned outward. The color appears darker than her recent brunette style, with a glossy chocolate-brown finish. The descriptions of the cut vary slightly, but consistently depict a short bob with flipped ends. Pietsch posted images of the makeover and identified his role in the work. Grande responded to his post with a brief message of affection. The change is a marked departure from the lengthy ponytails and buns she has worn in public appearances and during her Eternal Sunshine tour. The makeover was posted as autumn photos, and the bob’s rounded shape and outward flip give it a retro look. One report described Grande’s Instagram post as receiving more than one million likes in just over two hours, though that figure was not independently detailed elsewhere. The haircut follows years of Grande’s recognizable high...