Mischa Barton has had a makeover. And this is a very good thing, because every time I’ve seen photos of her lately, it has prompted a silent what was she thinking?

First of all, she looks a million times better without all that fake-looking hair overpowering her face. The colour is also better, because it is darker, warmer and more golden, and also varied in tone instead of a Girls Next Door-esque solid blonde mass.

The other thing is that for once, Mischa is unadorned with hair accessories. As we have all come to learn, Mischa is a bit of a magpie and enjoys all manner of embellishments including hairbands, headbands, head scarves and fascinators.

And the red lips, well, what more can I say except that they are fabulous?

Lets just hope Mischa can keep this look up.