Zendaya is channelling cartoon flapper Betty Boop with her latest hairstyle. The 29-year-old actress stepped out at the Rome premiere of her new superhero movie Spider-Man: Brand New Day earlier this week with a strikingly similar appearance to the famous 1930s cartoon character.
Zendaya's hair hugs her head with soft curves and swoops, framing her face from every angle, while the deep side part and polished finish evoke echoes of the flapper-inspired styles that defined early Hollywood beauty.
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© MixPixRetro and Contemporary Blend
The Euphoria star's hair was complemented by her makeup, which strikes a balance between retro and contemporary.
Zendaya's long and fluttery lashes feel very retro and doll-like, although her softly defined eyes, luminous skin, satin nude lip and liquid-leather manicure are extremely 2026.
© Vittorio Zunino CelottoAlthough Zendaya's dress gives off flapper vibes, it is actually an Armani design from 1990.
The gown's intricate spiderweb beading is fitting for the new movie, in which she stars alongside her husband Tom Holland.
© Vittorio Zunino CelottoSpider-themed Fashion
Zendaya has made several fashion statements during promotion for Spider-Man: Brand New Day and went viral for wearing $35 vintage Spider-Man t-shirt for the film's photocall in Paris, France.
Her stylist Law Roach has since revealed she got the 2XL graphic print t-shirt off eBay earlier this month for just $34.99. The description for the item revealed it was pre-owned but in "good" condition.
© Vittorio Zunino CelottoSharing a screenshot of the original listing on his Instagram Story, Law quipped, "Style doesn't always have to cost a fortune."
Zendaya's Tom Praise
Zendaya met her husband on the set of Spider-Man: Homecoming a decade ago and spoke of her admiration at how Holland copes with the pressure of playing the superhero.
She told Fandango's Big Ticket: "My favourite thing about Tom's Spider-Man is how Tom handles Spider-Man outside of Spider-Man. "So many people connect to this character — to Peter Parker, to Spider-Man. Especially young people, especially children."
© Vittorio Zunino CelottoZendaya added: "He's just handled that weight with such grace, and really loves and cares so much about the character and what the character means to other people."
The Drama star is particularly impressed by how Tom handles himself in front of young fans, telling him directly: "I just love seeing what and how you carry Spider-Man through your life in real life."
