If there is one thing we love about the winter months it's an excuse to try out a brand new shade. Over the summer, we spend so much time in and out of the sun and surf that our strands take a beating. All that overexposure from UVA's and other environmental factors can really do a number on the longevity of our colour. So really, there is no better excuse than to run on over to our hair stylist for a brand new look to try out.
Changing colour can always be a little intimidating, but there is no reason that should get in the way of trialing something different. For those a little shy, starting simply with a few baby lights or even a glossy toner can do wonders. But if you're looking to take the plunge we have a few winter hair colour trends worthy of your consideration.
Platinum
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Platinum blonde is always a great idea, but we especially love the coolness of it during the winter.
Box dye black
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Blame it on the recession, but all our favourite IT girls are getting around with jet black hair — the kind of shade that's easily achievable with a classic at-home box dye. Also, a super shiny cool-toned black is the perfect way to pay tribute to the cooler months.
90s supermodel gold
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Bella made us feel some type of way when she stepped out at Cannes with this honeyed supermodel blonde. Apparently, her colourist Jacob Schwartz referred to images of Gisele Bündchen in the '90s, as well as Bella's baby pictures (she is a natural blonde, after all). it made its debut in the sunny south of France, but the warmth of this hue is also perfect for the cooler months.
CBK cornflower blonde
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Promo images of Ryan Murphy's Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy (played by Sarah Pidgeon) in the upcoming Once Upon a Time have us all hyper-analysing her specific shade of blonde. Surfy, buttery and as if naturally kissed by the sun, the secret to her shade is believable warmth (it was famously referred to by her colourist as 'cornflower'). We anticipate it's going to be the most requested blonde variation this winter.
Silver
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Whether you're naturally grey or have light, cool-toned hair, a cool silver hue is fresh, unexpected and undeniably beautiful for winter.
Espresso
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So dark it's almost black, espresso brown is the fastest way to achieve a glossy shine. Neutral in tone, espresso doesn't throw too much warmth, but it's rich enough to look dimensional when the light hits.
Bronde
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Romy's dark blonde gives the impression of being a god given hue (whether it is or not is basically irrelevant). Try adding high and low lights to your mid lengths and ends for dimension, whilst allowing your natural shade to stretch from the roots. Face framing highlights will add an overall sense of lightness, too. Perfect for winter when you're feeling otherwise flat...
Sunrise red
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Red is synonymous with winter, and we love Emma Robert's slightly desaturated 'sunrise' iteration. it's not as rich or bold as a classic cherry red, so nice if you're new to the shade. She also makes the colour look good during the northern hemisphere summer, too...
