Does anyone else get a sudden urge to change their hair colour whenever a new season rolls around? Although I don't believe in throwing away your whole wardrobe and changing up your entire look for the autumn and winter months, there is something to be said about getting a fresh cut and colour to start the season feeling like the very best version of yourself. I'll be the first to admit that my hair needs some TLC, and my roots are definitely starting to show. However, instead of topping up my usual blonde highlights, I'm in the mood to switch things up and try something new. But with so many options out there, I've found myself constantly going back and forth on what colour to go for, so I've enlisted the help of industry experts to find out what trends we can expect to see everywhere this season.
I reached out to Samantha Cusick, founder of Sta Studios and Samantha Cusick London, and Jordanna Cobella, British Hairdressing Awards London Hairdresser of the Year 2023 (for the second year in a row!) and creative director of Cobella Salon. Both experts shared what they believe will be the biggest hair colour trends through the end of 2024, and I've finally decided which one to try, so if you're also feeling stuck and are looking for a little bit of inspiration, keep on scrolling for your new look.
THE TOP HAIR COLOUR TRENDS FOR 2024:
1. Lived-in Blonde
First up is possibly one of the most wearable, low-maintenance trends out there. Say hello to "lived-in blonde". "2024 will be all about more lived-in shades with darker roots, providing a low-maintenance option for those who want to stretch the time between salon visits," says Cusick.
This really is an ideal choice for those of you who don't want to be getting your roots done every few weeks, but still want to add lightness and dimension to the hair.
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To keep your lived-in roots looking fresh, use a detox shampoo once a week to remove build-up.
Help bring out your lighter ends with this leave-in treatment from Bumble and Bumble.
2. Expensive Brunette
Want something a little bit darker? The experts recommend "expensive brunette". As Cobella explains, 2024 will have a big focus on quiet-luxury hair, including expensive-looking brunette shades. "This is all about elegant, high-end, luxurious colour," adds Cobella.
To help achieve this look, you want to opt for a natural-looking shade with a high-shine, glossy finish.
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A hair gloss is a great way to keep your colour looking as healthy and shiny as possible.
Speaking of shine, you can't go wrong with a hair oil.
3. Balayage
"2024 is the return of the balayage trend", says Cusick. "I predict a wave of clients embracing the effortlessly natural vibe and opting for low-maintenance hair colours."
Similar to lived-in blonde, balayage is great if you like to take a break between hair appointments, but the difference is that this trend can be adapted to suit any hair colour.
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Colouring your hair can leave it feeling a little dry, but this Redken shampoo and conditioner will help bring it back to life.
A moisturising hair mask will also help nourish your ends.
4. Red and Copper Tones
"No shock here, but I think those stunning shades of copper and reds that took the internet by storm last year are here to stay in 2024," explains Cusick. "I predict these gorgeous tones will still be trending, bringing that fierce and fiery vibe we all crave."
With Dua Lipa and Emily Ratajkowski both giving this trend a go, I have no doubt that lots of other celebrities will follow suit.
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Keep your red hair looking vibrant with Josh Wood's cherry gloss.
Prefer a warm coppery tone? This mask will enhance and hydrate your new hair.
5. Golden Glow
Cobella is also predicting that the "golden glow" trend will be big this year. "This is a super-soft and subtle glaze that’s only noticeable in the natural light, to mimic that golden-hour glow that emerges from a beautiful pink sky," she says.
I love how this hair colour catches the light, making it perfect for the autumn golden hours we have to look forward to.
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To keep that golden shine, make sure to hydrate with a weekly mask.
Then finish things off with a shine spray like this one from GHD.
6. Peach Tones
Although I'm no hair stylist, as a beauty editor, it is my job to keep on top of the latest hair trends, and I'm predicting that we will see peach tones everywhere this year. Why, I hear you ask? Well, if you didn't know, Pantone's Colour of the Year is 'Peach Fuzz', a soft, peachy shade that is perfect for autumn.
This colour has already made its way into the fashion world, so I have no doubt we will be seeing it in the beauty world too.
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Bleach London have this non-permanent hair colour cream that is great for giving the peach colour a go, as it will fade after a few washes.
This semi-permanent hair dye will also add a pop of peach to your hair that fades over time.
7. Ice Blonde
As we head into autumn, it's inevitable that cooler blonde tones become more popular. If you're considering freshening up your blonde for the new season and want to try something new, icy blonde can feel more seasonally appropriate than a warm-toned golden blonde.
Of course, the one thing about going blonde (when you're not naturally) is the increased hair maintenance. To keep your hair soft and shiny, invest in nourishing hair oils and reparative masks.
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Not only will this lightweight hair oil add shine and softness to your freshly-coloured hair, it also helps to prevent long-term damage in the process.
Keep icy blonde hair cool-toned (and healthy) with this colour-boosting hair mask. The purple tint will help to keep warm and brassy tones at bay.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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