Red Hair Is Big for 2023: The Colours, Cuts and Styling Ideas I've Saved Down

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Be it Rhianna's return to red, Kendall Jenner's summery ginger or even Sophie Turner's superhero auburn, it's undeniable that the red revolution is now truly underway. 

Despite its vibrancy, the sheer variety of red hair options you can choose from means that red hues have a unique ability to work across different skin tones. Between deeply pigmented reds, such as cherry and tonal auburn all the way to golden coppers and subtle strawberry, ending at strong head-turning reds, it's easy to see why the colour has become so popular. 

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Although we adore and envy natural redheads like Lindsay Lohan and Nicole Kidman, if there was ever any doubt about rising power of red hair, you only have to take a look at your Instagram feed to see just how many many other celebrities have been giving the shade a spin this season. Case in point: Dua Lipa's fringe-forward foray into ginger, and the brief moment that Kim Kardashian's followed fiery suit. Even red carpet's favourite darling Zendaya has worn her hair in a dyed auburn red of late. 

Whether you prefer a chic straight bob or a sky-high 'fro, red hair will add even more personality to your overall aesthetic and tailored to match your individual fashion sense. From a classic and timeless look to a more contemporary and edgy style, red hair can be adapted to suit any taste.

So, if you're ready to embrace the change or you're looking for fresh ways to style your natural crop, scroll on to see my edit of incredible red hair ideas below.

ALL THE RED HAIR IDEAS, CUTS, COLOURS AND INSPIRATION YOU NEED

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The only thing that can make a red look even cooler? A '90s-style updo. 

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So many formerly blonde stars have made the red leap this season. 

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A fiery red is a perfect hue to offset a voluminous 'fro.

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Vibrant gingers can be taken to a whole new level with a brilliantly cut '80s-style fringe. 

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A penchant for fiery red seems to run in the Kardashian/Jenner family.

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Collarbone lengths can still pull off the look. 

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It's love at first sight when it comes to Allison Ho's coppery red.

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Proof that sometimes the simplest hairstyles make the biggest impact. 

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Sophie Turner knows how to rock a glamourous red.

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Megan Thee Stallion is here to remind us all that red is always a good idea.

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A deep ginger with a fringe? Sign us up. 

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Golden hour for the red-hair selfie win!

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Want to rock some reddish braids? Then make sure to style it with a equally bright beanie. 

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This deep, ashy auburn looks perfect on Enny.

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Rhianna's return to red will forever go down in fashion moment in history. 

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Kendall Jenner is fast becoming fashion's favourite (dyed) red hair muse. 

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Even the hood's Princess Diana is all about the red this year. 

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Make your red hair look that little bit more bohemian with styled waves.

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Even though Bella Thorne is a natural blonde, there is no doubt red is her colour.

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Ombre reds with a updo twist? Please and thank you, FKA Twigs. 

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Even Gigi Hadid knows that a great red is always pairs well with a chunky beanie. 

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Any twist out is guaranteed to look even better in gingery hue.

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Sometimes a classic cut is all you need as the pièce de résistance to a great look. Take this side-parted look on Lily Cole.

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Moe's cute fringe and pig tails looks so cute together, especially in her red shade. 

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Our all-time favourite red carpet darling Zendaya is also a lover of red. 

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Pale reds on wispy midlengths—always a good idea. 

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Deep reds are the perfect accompaniment to a glow makeup look. 

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On those days where you want a more retro-glam feel, simply add a headband to your hair.

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Dua Lipa's foray into copper is made all the more stylish thanks to an expertly styled scarf.

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A sharp, chic and utterly timeless a deep red has the power to make a look.

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Ata-Owaji Victor is a lifestyle and beauty writer and editor whose work has appeared in Refinery29, Elle UK and British Vogue. She has a keen eye for all things Afro haircare (which she frequently samples on her 4C coils), beauty tech and innovation. As someone with combination skin, she's always on the lookout for the latest dewy skin heroes.