Britney Spears’ fresh new look is courtesy of celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton, the beauty expert behind some of Hollywood’s most talked-about hair moments featuring Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and Jennifer Lopez. Known for her signature messy blonde waves, Spears opted for a noticeably smoother and straighter style.
Appleton shared the makeover on Instagram on Monday, posting a photo alongside Spears as she proudly showed off her newly styled blonde locks. In the playful snap, the singer stuck out her tongue while holding a set of hair tools.
© Chris AppletonBritney Spears unveiled a sleek new hairstyle created by celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton. The fresh look earned praise from Kim Kardashian and marks another headline-making moment for the pop icon.
For Appleton, the opportunity to work with Spears carried personal significance. “As a kid growing up in England, Britney Spears was the soundtrack to so many moments,” he wrote in the caption. “Never in a million years did I think I’d one day be standing behind the chair (or in this case her standing behind mine, lol) styling her hair.”
Reflecting on the experience, he added that the moment felt like a full-circle achievement in his career. “Some moments really do come full circle,” Appleton continued. “She is not only an icon, but one of the most genuinely kind and gentle souls I’ve ever met.”
Among those showing support was reality TV star and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian, who reacted to the post with two heart-with-arrow emojis. It is believed that Kim might have been the one who linked them both, as she and Britney were hanging out together in 2025.
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Appleton has become one of the most sought-after hairstylists in the entertainment industry. He is widely recognized for creating Kardashian’s dramatic platinum blonde transformation for the 2022 Met Gala, where she paid tribute to Marilyn Monroe in one of the event’s most memorable fashion moments.
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He also popularized glass hair and Kim’s sleek buns and lengthy braids.
His impressive client list and reputation for delivering headline-making hair transformations have made him a go-to expert among celebrities. Appleton has previously revealed that his services can command fees as high as $200,000, reflecting the demand for his expertise.
© Getty Images for Vanity FairAppleton has previously revealed that his services can command fees as high as $200,000, reflecting the demand for his expertise.
Fans quickly flooded social media with positive reactions, praising the singer’s updated style and celebrating the collaboration between two major names in entertainment and beauty. Spears’ sleek new hairstyle comes days after the singer took to social media to share an intriguing message about “mean girls.”
“If you’re one of those mean girls pointing and laughing and looking at your phone in the audience just look up today,” Spears captioned the image, which appeared to show her as a toddler. She then added another mysterious line: “River sends you guys a message!!!!!!!!”
© FilmMagicBritney Spears during The Hollywood Walk Of Fame Honors Britney Spears at The Hollywood Walk Of Fame in Hollywood, California
The cryptic post followed a lengthy message in which Spears discussed emotional struggles she experienced in her kitchen. The singer reflected on family traditions and memories connected to the space. Despite those positive associations, Spears suggested the room also triggers difficult emotions.