While we never did become fluent in Cantonese, or finish that cross stitch, one thing we did learn during lockdown was Holly Willoughby's hair routine.
More specifically, exactly how she gets her signature blonde shade at home.
Despite being one of the most successful women on our screens, Holly dyes her hair at home, which actually makes us love her even more.
So it's no wonder then that when Holly popped up on Instagram with a new hairstyle, everyone sat up and took notice.
Currently on her summer break from This Morning and no doubt getting some much-needed lie -ins, Holly's signature bob has grown out into a mid-length style.
Looking like she'd just rocked up from hanging out at Malibu beach with Jennifer Aniston, Holly styled her new lengths in loose beachy waves, for the ultimate cool girl look.
While we inevitably always end up with a few crispy strands whenever we try this hairstyle at home, Holly's hair looked as soft and healthy as ever. Not to mention a downright lush shade of sun-kissed blonde.
Although we don't feel as competent as Holly to dye our hair at home, we will be practising our beachy waves immediately. Even if the closest we get to Malibu is Cleethorpes...
To help us all along a bit, here's our edit of the best tools and products for recreating that Blake Lively in The Shallows look from the safety of your own home (without a Great White in sight).
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Laura is a former writer for Cosmopolitan UK, covering everything beauty and fashion related and specialises in makeup, plus-size fashion and the world of YouTube. Her favourite pastime is reminding everyone of that one time she met Charlie Hunnam and Jason Momoa. Please don't ask to see the pictures...
