The White Lotus Hair Everyone’s Obsessing Over

From Glossy Brunettes to Old Money Blonde Bobs, Here’s How Tracey Cunningham Did It

In The White Lotus Finale, the characters were spiraling, the tension was peaking—and the hair was quietly carrying the whole aesthetic. Leslie Bibb’s sleek blonde bob, which the internet quickly dubbed a “Rich B*tch Blonde”, had stylists zooming in, while Aimee Lou Wood and Michelle Monaghan’s brunettes were laidback vacation hair—rooty, but still expensive and effortless. 

Their post-finale shift from sun-kissed blonde to rich, moody brunette isn’t just a color change—it’s a smart, low-maintenance glow-down that keeps clients feeling fresh. 

The pro behind this gorgeous hair? Tracey Cunningham (@traceycunningham1), co-owner of Mèche Salon in Beverly Hills and Schwarzkopf Professional® U.S. Creative Director of Color and Technique. Tracey created luxe, low-maintenance color that worked on screen—and beyond. After filming wrapped, she refreshed the cast’s looks with the ultimate soft reset of Old Money Blonde and Moody Brunette energy.

Keep scrolling for every custom formula—from clean, crisp blondes to rich, soft depth—that made this finale glam go viral.

Here’s a look at Tracey’s time in Thailand with the cast—on glam duty and off:

 

 

 

 

 

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Michelle Monaghan’s Rich, Dimensional Brunette

A subtle shift from golden tones to warm depth, Tracey created a look for Michelle that delivers softness and tonal control. This multidimensional, glossy brunette grows out beautifully and wears like a seasonal reset.

Perfect for clients who want a glossy, tone-on-tone brunette with a soft grow-out and zero flatness.

Take a closer look:

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Get the Full Formula + Step-by-Step for Michelle Monaghan’s Glossy Brunette

Aimee Lou Wood’s Lived-In Brunette Glow-Down

Tracey’s move from sun-kissed to soft gave Aimee’s look that rich, lived-in brunette vibe clients ask for. With seamless lows and a creamy mid-blend, it’s effortless, expensive and made to last.

A must-save approach for brunette clients craving dimension, low-maintenance richness and that expensive, glossy finish.

Swipe through Aimee’s look:

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Check Out the Formula and Process Behind Aimee Lou Wood’s Glossy Glow-Down

Leslie Bibb’s Viral Old Money Blonde Bob

This crisp blonde bob cut by Chris McMillan (@mrchrismcmillan) gave it its razor-sharp shape—and with Tracey’s tonal finish, it’s now known as the ultimate “Rich B*tch Blonde.” A clean lift, glossy dimension and a cut that feels both sharp and timeless—especially with blunt bobs dominating right now.

Want more sharp, timeless haircut inspo? Check out The Best Hairstyles for Women Over 50. 

Here’s how Chris approached this cut:

• Blunt, straight-across bob with a slight angle in front

• Cut with continuity in mind so it stays camera-ready and low-maintenance across multiple shoot days

• Low-maintenance and designed to stay polished despite Thailand’s humidity 

 

 

 

 

 

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This look checks every box for what clients are asking for right now—luxury blondes with high-gloss tone, a soft grow-out and a precision shape that feels intentional, not overstyled. With Old Money Blonde dominating feeds and blunt bobs trending hard, this formula and cut combo offers a fresh alternative to beachy layers and overly warm tones—while still feeling luxe, wearable and editorial.

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See Leslie Bibb’s Old Money Blonde Formula