Bright, icy blonde coming up.
and deciding whether or not you want highlights or ombre.
However, there’s more to it than that.
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When picking a shade for yourself, it’s important to take your ownundertonesinto account.
Maintenance Level:Medium to high.
Goes Great With:Blue or pink undertones
Similar Shades:White-blonde,ash-blonde, andsilver-blonde.
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Style this into ahalf-up, half-down’do to show off the contrasting colors.
Take a page out of Ciara’s book and opt for a medium champagne with darker roots.
Here, her cool-blonde hair is brushed back to create an editorial-esque wet look.
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As for herbleached brows?
Cool Blonde Braids
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Amandla Stenberg’s braids arecoolin every sense of the word.
Not only do they brighten her complexion, but their not-too-cool, not-too-warm hue fits her just right.
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Champagne With Shadowed Root
Margot Robbie is a champagne blonde icon.
Don’t forget the lower lash emphasis to complete this beauty look.
We love how luminous Dove Cameron’s hair appearsit plays nicely with the flash of a camera.
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Beige With Ashy Platinum
Still dying to try that cool-toned hair look?
Ashy Silver
Consider striking a strategic and flattering balance between silver and ash.
“Avoid going 100 percent white or ashy unless you’re doing a cool, fashion-forward silver moment.
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Otherwise, the result can wash you out,” says Holguin.
Jennifer Lawrence demonstrates the look flawlessly.
Ash Blonde With Dark Roots
Another stunning example of that quintessential ashy-but-not-too-ashy hair color is singerLeona Lewis.
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Play with contrast by styling hair in a slicked-back voluminous ponytail a la Lewis.
This color requires minimal upkeep, making it ideal for low-maintenance types.
When paired with subtle layers and a full fringe, it’s even more spectacular.
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Her blonde shade of choice is ashy but still in blonde territory.
And again, it all comes down to being explicit with your colorist about what you’re looking for.
Notice how it’s not too gold or brassy?
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Frosted Money Pieces
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Brighten up your look by adding icy blondemoney pieces.
Meanwhile, her smokey glitter eyeliner and nude lip are the perfect makeup accompaniment.
Wheat Bronde
Model, Jasmine Sanders, demonstrates a cool wheat-blonde color here.
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She recommends integrating apurple shampoointo your haircare rotation to cancel out any yellow and orange left in your hair.
It’s the perfect complement to her complexion without feeling too ashy.
Beige With Dark Roots
Jordyn Woods demonstrates beautiful platinum blonde on a sleek and straight bob.
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In contrast with her dark brows, the cool-toned blonde stands out brightly.
That’s because there’s no one cool blonde hair tone that fits all.
Grown-out color at her roots adds dimension as well as an effortlessly cool vibe.
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Eve’s take has a darker auburn base with strawberry hues throughout.
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Before coloring your hair, consider whether you want a haircut first.
According to Holguin, Emma Roberts has the right idea with her flattering champagne-hued tresses.
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Check out this cool, nearly icy blonde on Teyana Taylor.
Pair it with a chin-grazing bob for that off-duty model look.
Just keep in mind that going to the light side has some drawbacks, namely damage and upkeep.
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Barbie Blonde With Dark Roots
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Hi Barbie!
Laverne Cox’s bright, buttery blonde helps her emulate our favorite doll, perfectly.
Off-Platinum
Solange’s champagne curls are just a shade darker than platinum.
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This is a great look for a medium-to-deep complexion with cooler undertones.
Notice the way it compliments her skin tonebrightening her under-eyes and dialing in on her blueish-green eyes.
To keep your color vibrant, try ahair oil.
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Two-Toned Cool Tones
Halle Berry’s two-tone color features dark, ashy brown and cool-toned beige blonde.
The blue undertones make her skin glow.
Platinum Champagne
Platinum blonde on Christina Aguilera just makes sense.
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Notice how her color isn’t too icy but still far from warm?
It’s a perfect choice if this is your first foray into cool-toned colors.
The look feels off-duty and effortless.
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White blonde refers to bright, icy tones whereas platinum blonde may display some warm tones, albeit subtle.
Meanwhile, silver blonde is a very pale blonde with a cool silvery tone.
However, going with a coloring technique like balayage can help to cut down on maintenance.
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