Hair Color: The 10 Hottest Looks for Summer

Summer is finally here! You’ve lightened up your beauty routine and updated your wardrobe. All that’s left is to find the perfect shade that will make your hair shine all season long! Here are 10 that are sure to make heads turn this season.

1. Polar blonde

This summer, any shade of blonde goes. However, a colder hue that is halfway between platinum and frosty is a must-try this season. Nearly white and slightly iridescent, it will brighten up your do and help enhance lighter skin tones. Glam, rock, boho chic—try this daring shade with any style.

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2. Ashy pastel combos

Bright neon hues had their turn in the limelight, but this season, it’s all about ashy highlights. Pastel colours are now combined and done in a softer way that looks almost washed out.

I had so much fun working with this lovely lady this past weekend! #pastelhair #colormelt #pinkhair

A post shared by Danielle Keasling (@danielle.keasling) on May 10, 2017 at 10:39am PDT

3. Luminous brown

Brown is a timeless shade. For the return of hot weather, chestnut and chocolate hair get brightened up with warm undertones for a sunny look that appears more natural than ever! It’s all about contrasts: go for a lighter shade on the length, and a darker one at the tips. We particularly like this look because it’s so flattering, and looks great on virtually any skin tone!

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A post shared by Danielle Keasling (@danielle.keasling) on Mar 10, 2017 at 9:00am PST

4. Bright red

Fire hydrant red hair promises to bring warmth to your complexion during the summer season. It’s important to note, however, that this colour—which is glamorous, sophisticated and mysterious all at once—requires a good amount of self-confidence. Fiery red strands never go unnoticed!

#SoColorful Challenge Sneak Peek alert - 1 of the 3 beautiful color transformation performed by our incredible team of stylists @stevieenglishhair @milabelovahair @constancerobbins . Who do you think did it?! #Matrix #iamME

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5. Color melting

It’s the hottest trend! But what exactly is it? This look is about beautifully blending different colours together in your hair. For a more discreet look, choose natural-looking shades. Itching to reveal your inner rainbow princess? Then go for bold, vibrant hues. It’s up to you!

Love this shot of Matrix color melt - Holographic edition @pimenthebarber and I worked on. #matrixcolor #matrix #cbensonhair #haircbc @cbensonhair @haircbc @matrix @matrixusa

A post shared by CHRYSTOFER BENSON (@cbensonhair) on Apr 25, 2017 at 11:53am PDT

6. Bronde

Having popped up a few seasons ago, the bronde hair look is halfway between blonde and brown. Women looking for a more natural-looking hair transformation were particularly drawn to it. So 2014, right? But if the number of celebs currently sporting this sundrenched hue is any indication, the trend is still going strong!

If you can't go blonde, go bronde. See link in bio for the best way to get the look! #Matrix

A post shared by Matrix (@matrix) on May 30, 2017 at 6:01am PDT

7. Rose Gold

Our collective infatuation for champagne pink is undeniable. More accessible than green or blue, this golden shade of pink distinguishes itself due to its discreet charm and super feminine quality. With golden, pink, and salmon highlights, it’s a true fashion accessory… that you wear on your head.

This #hair from #Leah using #matrix #bondultim8 and #excellentedges #teamenglish #stevieenglishhair #iamME

A post shared by Stevie English Hair (@stevieenglishhair) on May 24, 2017 at 4:56am PDT

8. Silver

Spotted on runways and the red carpet, silver strands are a strong trend this season. Classy and bold, the reinvented salt and pepper-inspired look brings a super luminous metallic touch to the hair. So unique! Plus, it’s perfect for both the young and the young at heart: there is nothing like platinum highlights to enhance and even out a greying mane.

We’re feeling grey-t! Who else is loving this braided look by @TheGreyLayers? #TotalResults #Matrix

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9. Denim blue

Denim blue locks are taking off! Inspired by everybody’s favourite pants, this look can be done in a limitless number of shades, from darker hues, to washed out ones. Denim blue can be worn from roots to tips, or as a subtler ombré version.

It’s ok to feel blue… in fact, we encourage it! Swipe through to see this gorgeous blue transformation on @pamelajuicymakeup from all angles.

A post shared by Matrix (@matrix) on May 25, 2017 at 10:01am PDT

10. Baby blonde

Many feel the urge to go blonde in summer, and baby blonde is making a huge comeback this year. As chic and elegant as ever, it has the advantage of looking more natural than platinum blonde, and warmer than polar blonde. Plus, it (almost) never looks yellowish. But beware: because it is very bright, this particular shade of blonde works best if you have a fair complexion and light eyes. 

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