Sansa Stark has gone full Lara Croft. Sophie Turner surprised fans at Louis Vuitton's spring 2027 show in Paris on Tuesday, October 6, with dramatic dark brown hair, the darkest shade she has ever worn publicly, according to W Magazine.

The appearance was also a return. WWD reports that Turner stepped back into the spotlight after a months-long break from the cameras, arriving at the show alongside Zendaya, Lisa and Keri Russell. Here is everything to know about the new colour.

Sophie Turner's new espresso brown hair

WWD describes the change as a swap from milk chocolate to "a burnt espresso pour," a shade it calls the hair colour of choice this season, especially at the spring shows. Where Hailey Bieber and Ella Bright let their espresso shades speak for themselves, WWD writes, Turner added texture with voluminous barrel curls inspired by 1980s beauty.

W Magazine, meanwhile, describes her chocolate hair styled in a sweeping Old Hollywood side part, with subtle nude makeup.

Her outfit kept the focus on the hair. W Magazine reports that the matching leather set came from Louis Vuitton's resort 2027 collection, and WWD describes a tricolour leather jacket worn with leather trousers and pointed-toe pumps.

Why Sophie Turner went dark: Tomb Raider

The timing is not a coincidence. Turner is starring as Lara Croft in Amazon Prime Video's Tomb Raider series, which is set to premiere in 2027, W Magazine notes. The famous archaeologist is known for her long dark braid, and Turner's colour follows in the footsteps of the brunettes who played the role before her, Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander.

The series is created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and the cast includes Sigourney Weaver and Bill Paterson. W Magazine reports that Turner performed many of her own stunts, and that an injury briefly halted production earlier this year. Filming is now back underway.

Sophie Turner's hair history

Turner's colour story has largely played out between red and blonde. W Magazine notes that she coloured her hair a rich copper as Sansa Stark in Game of Thrones and went bleach blonde for her recent corporate thriller series, Steal.

This is her third significant shade change this year. In January she wore honeyed highlights, and by February her hair was a warm auburn, W Magazine reports. WWD adds that at her last public appearance before Paris, a St-Germain pop-up in Cannes in July, her hair was a lighter chestnut brown.

The colourist behind the new shade has not been named, WWD reports, though Turner has previously worked with celebrity stylist Christian Wood, whose clients include Mia Goth.

How to get Sophie Turner's espresso brunette

Espresso brown is a deep, cool-leaning brunette with a glossy finish. If you want to try it this season, here is what to keep in mind.

Bring reference photos. Ask for a rich dark brown with a slight cool tone, rather than a flat black, so the colour still shows dimension in light.

Going darker is easier than going lighter. Moving from blonde or light brown to espresso can often be done in one appointment, but very light or bleached hair may need a filler step so the brown does not turn muddy or fade quickly.

Keep it glossy. Dark colours look best with shine, so a gloss treatment between appointments and a lightweight oil on the ends help.

Think about your brows and makeup. A dramatic change from blonde to dark brown can make light brows look washed out. Turner kept her makeup subtle and nude, which lets the hair take centre stage.

Style it two ways. Big barrel curls, as WWD described, feel playful and retro, while a sleek side part, as W Magazine described, feels more polished.

FAQ

What colour is Sophie Turner's hair now?

Sophie Turner now has dark espresso brown hair, which W Magazine calls the darkest her hair has ever been publicly.

Why did Sophie Turner dye her hair dark?

The change comes as she stars as Lara Croft in Amazon Prime Video's Tomb Raider series, due in 2027, according to W Magazine.

Where did Sophie Turner debut her brown hair?

At Louis Vuitton's spring 2027 show during Paris Fashion Week on October 6, 2026.

Who is making the Tomb Raider series?

The series is created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge and also stars Sigourney Weaver and Bill Paterson.

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