Is Taylor Swift’s New Hair Color a Hint About Her Secret Project Release?

Yesterday in New York City, Taylor Swift had a spring in her step: First for a daytime outing and then to celebrate gal pal Gigi Hadid's 24th birthday, the singer emerged with a brand new set of magenta dip-dyed lengths that may have had a deeper meaning.

With her new rose-colored waves, Swift joins the ranks other It-girls who have taken the fuchsia plunge this year, including Hailey Bieber and Behati Prinsloo. But beyond standing in as a cool girl accessory, Swift's hair transformation may have something to do with her new venture. For the last few weeks, the singer has been posting a cryptic confectionary display of color on Instagram—a mint-painted bike, pastel couch, and sherbet suiting—accompanied by the caption, “4.26,” moodboarding an aesthetic that makes her new hair color seem only natural while also hinting at some kind of project release.

No one knows for certain whether Friday will mark the release of a new album, but the singer’s beauty shift may be evidence in favor of it: Swift has been known to change up her look to align with album releases, switching from a side-parted bob for 1989 to dark lipstick and tousled waves for Reputation. And even if her freshly dyed lengths have nothing to do with the date that has fans holding their breath? They’re still a welcomed refresh for the sunny days on the horizon.