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Often an iteration ofbronde, the color combo easily transcends every age, texture, and trend.
Meet the Experts
Tiffanie Richardsis a master colorist and blonde expert based at New York City’sNunzio Saviano Salon.
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George Papanikolas is a celebrity stylist and colorist forMatrix.
Chestnut to Golden Blonde
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Hailey Bieber is a showstopper with this hair color.
Blonde With Dark Roots
With piecey fringe, Rihanna showcases the versatility of the blend.
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Throw a spunky half-up ‘do into the mix and this look feels unfussy yet polished.
But leave a hue like this to the professionals.
“I truly wouldnt recommend attempting this or any look involving highlights at home,” says Richards.
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“Something like this can go very wrong because brunette hair tends to pull very orange/yellow tones.”
Byrdie Tip
To maintain your highlights, try shampooing every other day.
Hard water contains minerals that could change the hue over time.
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Her hair looks thick, healthy, and lustrous.
Her bouncy ponytail shifts from a brown to golden bronde ombre that beautifully catches the light.
We love that the ash blonde highlights are mirrored in her shimmery eye shadow.
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Reach for SachajuanShine Serum($36) to replicate that shine.
We love the dramatic contrast of this look.
Her defined curls have a sun-kissed beachy vibe that truly brightens up her face.
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We love how they match the exact color of her eyes.
The asymmetrical style has avant-garde energy that’s perfect for the red carpet or a nighttime event.
Highlighted Ringlets
Move over, Shirley Temple.
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Jaz Sinclair’s playful curls demonstrate how blonde highlights can add dimension and shape to natural hair texture.
Try asea salt sprayto land her effortless waves.
Its warm gold tones work to complement her bronzed complexion.
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Subtle Blonde-Meets-Brown
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Chrissy Teigen looks dreamy with her oh-so subtle blonde and brown highlights.
Her lengthy mane and waves really bring out the color(s) to full effect.
Dip-Dyed Bronde
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Vanessa Hudgens brightens her raven hair bydip-dyingit dark bronde.
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Both colors complement her skin tone and her deep brown eyes.
Toffee Highlights
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Jourdan Dunn is one of our favorite hair chameleons.
Chestnut With Blonde Ombre
Chestnut hair with honey blonde ombre highlights flatters Jessica Alba’solive-toned complexion.
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The flipped-out ends are very ‘90sor ’60s(depending on who’s asking) and add a nice touch.
It also works to create dimension and define her curls, too.
The gradience from her deep raven hue to a bronzey blonde complements her glowing skin.
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The bright blonde is juxtaposed against chunky lowlights of dark brown for the epitome of a retro rocker ‘do.
Caramel Blonde
Caramel highlights add brightness to Niecy Nash’s dark base color for a radiant finish.
Meanwhile, her loose curls and glossy red lips turn up the glam factor.
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Earthy Blonde Highlights
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After color that looks natural?
Take a page out of Elizabeth Olsen’s book.
The dark roots keep with the overall effortless vibe.
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Here, she adds somewarm blondehighlights throughout her short and shaggy hair.
It looks gorgeous, and that’s a truth that doesn’t hurt.
Meanwhile, the face-framing highlights also work to brighten her complexion.
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Tawny Brown
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Zendaya’s coffee-colored base is already flush with natural tawny undertones.
It’s the perfect canvas for those subtle auburn touches to the mid-length and ends, which harmonize beautifully.
They help illuminate her complexion without being too obvious.
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We love how her volume creates relaxed yet sculpted waves.
The look feels at once eclectic and also totally cohesive.
Her caramel ringlets pair perfectly with her skin’s warm undertones.
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If anyone can pull off a bowl cut with caramel balayage, it’sZendaya.
This tousled, layered look feels chic and a bit edgy, and we absolutely love it.
Her hair is the perfect complement to the fresh-face makeup look.
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7 Bonding Frizz Reduction & Heat Protectant Hair Oil.
The hand-painted color will look more sun-kissed and natural than traditional highlights.
Honey Caramel Highlights
The easiest way to warm up a complexion?
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Going from dark brown to a warm, honey caramel shade like actress Jaylen Barron.
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