Katie Gray is a New York City freelance writer, covering a variety of topics for multiple online and print publications. When she isn't writing she can be found at brunch, binge watching television shows, getting her nails done, attending concerts and watching Huda Beauty tutorials. A Marymount Manhattan College graduate, coffee enthusiast, foodie and bookworm. Lana Del Rey is her spirit animal and getting bouncy blowouts at the hair salon gives her life. She enjoys all things fashion and beauty related. Her favorite hairstyles are the mermaid braid, sleek & chic high ponytail and the half up - half down Ariana Grande hair.
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A gorgeous golden hue is the ultimate 2025 hair color trend. With sunny hues and warm undertones, it will make you feel like sunshine! You can mix golden hues with different shades of blonde, such as those with notes of honey, caramel, champagne, and strawberry. Another fun option is to go with a balayage to bring out the beauty of your new color.
Here are 30 sweet and sassy golden blonde hair color ideas to keep you shining bright all season long!
Illuminate the world around you with caramel and honey highlights. This look is chic and playful. Plus, based on your preferences, you can choose dramatic or subtle highlights, as well as light or dark roots. You can never go wrong with a bouncy blowout, as it will add a bunch of volume to your hair and give you a boost of confidence to take on the day.
@romeufelipe
Shine on with this stunning hair featuring warm strawberry undertones and lowlights. To add dimension and some texture to your hair, style it with soft curls or subtle waves. This look will make your eye color pop!
@sami_debs
This balayage is all the rage right now. Showcase your shiny and healthy hair with a full balayage, or opt for a partial balayage. Warm blonde and soft waves are a perfect touch for the warmer months.
@victorkeyrouz
All that glitters is gold! This stunning blonde color mixes dark golden and brown hues for the perfect balance. You can play around with it to match your preference and go with a deep brunette or a light brown base. When brunette and blonde hair colors collide, it is so beautiful!
@espacowicks
Lighten up your hair with a golden shade for a radiant but low-maintenance, model-off-duty hairstyle. This hue is great for all hair types and skin tones and can be styled on both long and short hair.
@garagenisantasi
For the ultimate sun-kissed glow, take inspo from this gorgeous hairstyle! Golden hues mix great with baby blonde and beach blonde hair colors for an effortlessly chic look. Popular hair techniques, such as balayage and ombre, work great to combine natural brunette hair with blonde colors to enhance the hairstyle dimension and definition.
@dogukandeniz
Light brown hair can be elevated to the next level with highlights and a bob haircut. This hairstyle offers a striking look, plus it is low maintenance and easy to manage and maintain. Glow on!
@jhonyveiga
You cannot go wrong with light warm tones if you have a warm skin tone. This gorgeous balayage features a lighter shade on face-framing layers for that ultimate sun-kissed look!
@maxgourgues
Long hair, don’t care! This balayage in golden hues on brunette hair is a perfect dark blonde color for this time of year. Combining dark and light golden hues is a sure recipe for an award-winning color.
@hairbyoguz
Underline your natural beauty with stunning strawberry blonde hair with highlights and lowlights. Add light and warm highlights to brighten up and frame the face.
@thestrawberryblonder
Stay golden with this hair color that features medium brown and light blonde highlights. To help your color last, utilize a heat-protectant spray and protect your hair from UV rays and chlorine.
@emmanichols_hair
Keep your look natural and enjoy some fun beachy vibes with nice sandy blonde babylights. This light sandy blonde hair color pairs wonderfully with feathery layers and curtain bangs for a sweetheart style.
@yulia_barly
A stunning mix of warm brown, light blonde and honey makes a perfect summer hair color! Curtain bangs pair perfectly with the blonde highlights for a vibrant, voluminous look. This hairstyle frames your eyes and face, allowing your beauty to shine!
@megumicolor
Rich golden tones on a dark base create the ultimate cool girl look. Shadow roots, brown hair, and light blonde highlights blend beautifully together, delivering the definition and dimension you desire.
@rodrigocintra
Here comes the sun! Not too faint or pale, this is a perfect shade of blonde to copy. The subtle shadow root is a chef’s kiss! You can play around with the lengths of layers to keep hair bouncy and present your color in the best way.
@maxgourgues
This dimensional highlighted hairstyle is one to note when it comes to warm light golden hair ideas. It skillfully combines caramel and honey highlights with chunky platinum streaks. This look is giving major Farrah Fawcett vibes and we are here for it!
@jhonyveiga
Light blonde hair is the perfect natural shade for a fair skin tone, plus it is not so high maintenance as cool blonde shades. If you can still spot too much yellow in your hair, use a purple toning shampoo to refresh your shade.
@gian_zapattini
If you are in the mood for warm blonde hair, baby blonde highlights are the way to go. Unlike the platinum blonde shade, it works better if you want to bring out warm undertones in your skin tone. Wispy layers and curtain bangs frame the face and draw attention to your eyes.
@adriana_tesler
This medium brown hairstyle with subtle balayage looks fresh, whimsical, and sophisticated. To keep your hair healthy and hydrated, use a good hair mask at least once a week.
@mickeycolonjr
Nothing says summer like light blonde highlights and soft curls. The shade is so fresh and fun! Adding at least two shades of blonde for contrast will make the look more interesting.
@samirfpadia
This caramel balayage is a stunning take on a classic golden hair color. Style your hair with soft curls for that dreamy lived-in look.
@hairhecker
This hair color with caramel brown highlights is so delicious! This look will showcase how thick, shiny, and healthy your hair is. Anchoring the style with deep brown roots is a cinematic dream.
@romeufelipe
This blonde hair color radiates warmth and luster, and the blunt haircut adds to the perfect flare by providing loads of definition and volume. Adding swoopy layers or bangs will draw attention to your eyes.
@dougllas
Get that perfect sun-kissed glow that will work well all warm season long and into the colder months that will follow. By selecting an ombre, you can ease the maintenance and create a cool contrast with the natural base.
@alexlovescolour
If you are looking to shake things up, a surefire way to do this is with freshly colored hair and body wave styling. Just another proof golden hues deserve all the hype.
@espacowicks
This beautiful hairstyle features a trendy shade of blonde and a bob haircut with beautiful waves that don’t reduce your hair length. To create the perfect mermaid waves, use a curling iron or wand and top it off with a sea salt finishing spray.
@teagancousins.hair
You don’t need the whole head of highlights to get a bright and catchy style! Start off with a brown sugar base color and spice it up with light golden highlights focused around the face.
@_hairbypaula
Get the warmth of your dreams with lovely highlights on the natural wheat blonde base color. A subtle shade change creates a sweet girl-next-door look. To create a lot of volume, add some soft, playful curls and finish it off with a texturizing spray for long-lasting results.
@juniormartinez94
See how much more interesting the hair color becomes if you add face-framing highlights and keep the roots a little bit darker. This will also brighten up the face and make your hair appear fuller.
@jonnerizz
Bathe yourself in gold 24/7 by opting for a perfect blend of warm blonde highlights throughout a really dark base. The striking contrast creates an award-winning look!
@hair.by.sashadc
Stay golden all year round and let your beauty shine through with stunning warm blonde shades. Whether your hair is long or short, thick or fine, there is a golden hue perfectly suited for you.
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