Think of this as a modern spin on the old Hollywood blonde. It has more neutral undertones and a soft root. “Great for the girl who wants to be bright blonde, but doesn’t want a hellish grow-out,” says Emaly Baum, celebrity colorist and founder of Beauty Supply salon. “It’s bright and sparkly—heavy on the sparkle.”
Kadi Lee, celebrity colorist and co-founder of Highbrow Hippie, agrees and says that the creamy and neutral blondes that dominated the winter season will evolve into something “buttery” and “vanilla.”
“I recently executed a subtle shift of this nature for the most iconic of blondes, Gwyneth Paltrow, in anticipation of the upcoming SAG awards,” she says. “Our end result was a pale yet golden [blonde], adding warmth to the face as the warmer months approached.”
Glossy Espresso
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In general, Lee sees gentler, seasonal shifts in tone and brightness rather than any drastic color change. When it comes to darker shades, she says to expect a glossy, dimensional brunette with depth. “Espresso, chocolate, and chestnut that transition into spring simply by adding lighter caramel or honey dimension,” Lee says. She recommends using something like Highbrow Hippie’s Instant Silk Vitality Mask to keep hair soft and your gloss intact.
Pink Pomelo
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