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Rachael Thomas |November 22, 2024
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The holiday season is the perfect time to refresh your look with a little festive flair! A holiday hair color can boost your confidence, show off your style, and help you stand out in the most delightful way. Whether you're into subtle touches or daring makeovers, there's a holiday hair color for you.
The Best Holiday Hair Color Ideas
Looking for a chic yet fun holiday hair color? Winter is the perfect time to refresh your style and add a pop of seasonal flair to your look.
Hot cocoa with whipped cream
For those who love to keep things classy with a touch of festive charm, a warm chestnut base with cinnamon highlights is a great option. This holiday hair color helps your locks look natural while subtly embracing the holiday spirit. The cinnamon tones reflect the warmth of the season, blending beautifully with deeper brown shades. It's a versatile look, and easy to style for both casual days and glamorous nights out. It’s also a great option for women who want to experiment without a drastic change, adding a rich, cozy depth to their hair.
Get the look: If your hair is currently light and you are wanting to go to a deeper shade, we recommend ColorWonder 5N That Mocha Mojo which is a dark chocolatey brown. If your base is already dark, try our LightWorks Balayage Highlighting Kit in Lazio to add light cinnamon highlights.
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Frosted blonde with silver hues
A frosted blonde shade with silver undertones offers a chic, cool-toned holiday hair color idea that mimics the sparkle of snowflakes and icy mornings. This sophisticated color is perfect for everyone who wants a winter wonderland vibe, and it pairs beautifully with festive attire. Silver hues add depth, giving your blonde locks an iridescent shimmer that’s ideal for the holiday season. And the best part? You can keep this look well into the New Year!
Get the look: Book a Highlights service at your local Hair Color Bar and have a licenced colorist give you the holiday hair color you’re dreaming of.
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Cozy mulled wine
Why not go all out this year with a fun holiday hair color inspired by candy canes and mulled wine? Dark red, mulled wine hair color is a playful yet striking choice, perfect for those who love to make a statement. This vibrant shade instantly evokes the holiday spirit, making it a great option for those looking to fully embrace holiday-colored hair. All tones of red – from cool to warm – offer a timeless holiday vibe, and when styled with sleek waves or soft curls, it can be both bold and elegant. Pair with a classic red lip, and you're ready for any holiday gathering.
Get the look: ColorWonder 5RV The Bordeaux Flow is the perfect demi-permanent shade for that cozy, mulled wine look for the holidays!
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Festive rose gold with sparkling highlights
For a delicate and enchanting take on holiday hair color, rose gold with shimmering highlights is a beautiful choice. This soft, romantic hue evokes the warmth of holiday lights, perfect for those who want to add a festive sparkle without going too bold. The rich rose gold tones, paired with subtle, glowing highlights, create a multidimensional look that’s both elegant and merry. Ideal for lighter hair but achievable on darker shades with the right techniques, it’s perfect for those who want to shine this season while keeping their look naturally luminous.
Get the look: Try ColorWonder 8RG Sparkling Rosé to achieve the perfect holiday-ready glow.
Warm mahogany with bronze caramel tones
If you’re looking for a rich, cozy color that radiates holiday warmth, warm mahogany with bronze caramel tones is a stunning choice. This shade offers the deep, luxurious feel of mahogany, elevated by soft bronze and caramel touches that catch the light beautifully. The result is a multi-dimensional look that’s both sophisticated and inviting, perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy evening in. The caramel tones bring out a natural warmth, complementing most skin tones and adding a festive glow that’s understated yet captivating. It’s the ideal holiday look for anyone seeking elegance with a hint of warmth.
Get the look: Semi-permanent Color Reviving Gloss in Amaretto adds bronze caramel tones to brunette hair for a timeless look that’s perfect for winter and beyond.
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Bronde bliss for a festive shine
Bronde bliss combines the best of both worlds when it comes to beautiful holiday hair color ideas, blending warm blonde and rich brunette shades for a soft, sun-kissed look. This color seamlessly blends hues for a natural yet festive vibe, making it a great option for those who want to brighten their appearance during the darker months of the year. Bronde can be styled in loose waves or sleek straight looks, ensuring you shine at every holiday gathering.
Get the look: If your hair is currently blonde, ColorWonder 8AG Iconic Bronde is the perfect shade to add depth to your light hair without the commitment of going darker permanently.
Read our article to learn more about achieving bronde hair color at home!
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Twinkling starry night
For a bold and festive look, go for a starry midnight vibe with deep blue-black hair. This captivating holiday hair color brings to mind a magical winter evening with a clear black sky scattered with pops of blue. Whether you wear it long and flowing or in a trendy bob, this eye-catching color will turn heads at every holiday party.
Get the look: Add depth, mystery, and a dash of holiday magic to your hair color with ColorWonder 2B Midnight Blues.
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The takeaway
Choosing the perfect holiday hair color doesn’t just enhance your look - it boosts your confidence. Whether you go for subtle highlights or bold, vibrant shades, there’s a festive shade out there that will make you feel merry and bright!
So, why not take the plunge this year and try something fresh? Need help finding your perfect shade? We're here to help make this holiday season your most beautiful one yet!
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