Liu's Gold Medal Sparks Hair Color Craze

Alysa Liu's historic gold medal win has had an unexpected ripple effect, catapulting her hairstylist, Kelsey Miller, into widespread recognition. Miller, the stylist behind Liu's now-viral 'halo ring' hair color, reported a significant increase in business since the Olympic event. Her phone has been inundated with inquiries, and her appointment calendar is fully booked well into the fall.

The distinctive hair color, a result of a five-hour session in January, unexpectedly became a major talking point. Miller's Instagram post showcasing the look attracted nearly a million likes, leading to thousands of new followers for her. She admits she didn't anticipate such a viral moment, viewing Liu initially as just another client.

Miller, based in St. Louis, believes this unique style has the potential to become a significant hair trend. She has observed people asking how to replicate the look and even inquiring about variations in the halo colors. This phenomenon evokes memories of past Olympic hairstyles, like Dorothy Hamill's, which sparked widespread adoption.

Describing Liu, Miller found her to be down-to-earth and easy to converse with during the salon visit. Their conversation ranged from personal topics like gap years and family to everyday life. Miller anxiously watched Liu's competition results while working, hoping for another opportunity to collaborate on Liu's hair.