Andrea Payme is a freelance copywriter and editor from New York City who has been living in Panama since 1999. A former Corporate Special Events Planner, Peace Corps volunteer, and the founder of the first backpacker hostel to ever open in David City, Panama, Andrea has a lot to write about! When she’s not writing, she enjoys trying to figure out ways to manage her super-curly hair, swimming for exercise, and reading. Her favorite quote is “Wanna know how to make God laugh? Tell Him your plans!"
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Honey blonde hair tones give the perfect balance to women with blonde and brown strands seeking a subtle upgrade to their natural hue without going overboard or making a drastic change.
Slather the honey hues on as thick as you like, or just use them as a minimal highlighting option. If you’re not sure which way to go, save the photos you like and ask your hair colorist at your next hair appointment.
Straight locks have even more depth and balance when they are enhanced with light honey tones. A side part and peek-a-boo bangs are especially sultry. See how these might look on you using our free AI hairstyle generator.
@igorkhonin
Bring out the richness of your natural hair color by adding some bright golden highlights. Piece-y locks and side-swept bangs dip down to gently hit the base of the neck for a perfect face frame.
@kellzatlstylist
When you have super long chestnut brown hair that has lost its vim and vigor, liven it up with a light honey ombre. As each long wave cascades down the back to your waist, you’ll be drawing attention to all the right places.
@rafaelbertolucci1
Nothing says beachy sand and year-round fun better than sun-kissed blonde highlights. For the best effect, wear it with a medium hairstyle that just grazes the shoulders.
@dawnydoo13
If you’ve been blessed with luscious long hair and a natural light brown tone, make sure the cascading curls with warm blonde highlights fall perfectly around the face, framing it gorgeously. The warm, earthy tones of this light brown do seem to be dipped in honey!
@trusshair
Short hair balayage has never looked sassier than when it’s cut into an angled pixie style. Cropped close at the nape of the neck, it’s wash ‘n wear styling at its best.
@dnosalon
Ordinary straight hair can be transformed into a piece of art when it’s updated with a fantastic golden blonde ombre and a chic loose knot in the back.
@hellobalayage
This short and curly inverted bob is so alluring. The transition of ash brown hair to golden honey tones enhances the dark eyebrows in a way that is reminiscent of flappers from the 1920s.
@contactevie
A color like this is an excellent choice when you’re trying to call attention to muted, but dramatic blue eyes. Parting hair on the side with a slight combover is carefree and easy to style.
@lo_wheelerdavis
Give your chocolate brown hair a new boost of energy with golden honey highlights added into the mid-section and ends. Try scrunching the waves up in your hands for an extra bouncy look.
@coloredbycaitlin
Jack up your style a few notches with a sophisticated inverted bob featuring a perfect mix of a darker base and lighter blonde streaks. Parted on the side and adorned with long face-framing pieces, it’s a creative twist to the age-old hairdo.
@styled_by_carolynn
Wavy hair can look rich and elegant when each curl strategically hits its mark. Honey caramel highlights do a great job of framing the face and crown.
@hairbyangelaalberici
Simple, sleek, and elegant, this no-nonsense hairstyle works just perfectly for straight hair that has a mind of its own. A single wave falls exactly at the upper cheek, framing the face and setting off hazel eyes and nose.
@salsalhair
When you purposely decide to use your dark roots as an accent feature, you make a statement to the world that you are a confident “honey-blonder” by choice. A straight part down the middle, platinum blonde face-framing highlights, and just a little height in the crown add a sophisticated touch.
@jesslipczynski
You know what they say: if you’ve got them, flaunt them! Let your oodles and oodles of long, sultry waves cascade down your back all the way down to the waist and proudly show off your marvelous bright blonde shade.
@kellymassiashair
Pale skin tones pop when framed by long and wavy strawberry blonde locks. Warm honey gold undertones accentuate the chocolate brown eyes and killer cheekbones.
@jennailiouhairstylist
When you’ve run out of ideas about how to wear your dark brown hair, how about trying a honey balayage and adding some waves to the ends to really make them stand out?
@alexxagrine
Warm honey blonde shades are among the best hair colors for dark skin tones. They will look splendid against the dark roots in both naturally curly or straightened hairstyles.
@sgm_hair
Match up your light honey color with loosely curled long hair. The wavy ends pair well with this shade and help to pick up a glint of sunlight. Dark roots set off the delicate color beautifully.
@aaashleee
The soft and sleek inverted bob is a perfect style if you have naturally thick, straight hair. Coppery blonde color makes it bouncy and flirty, without being too overwhelming.
@monicathestylist
Look for hair color ideas on Instagram or Pinterest, and you are sure to see some tousled hair with beach waves and natural-looking face-framing highlights. Just check the color chart and go for any shade of honey that is a few tones lighter than the base.
@hairbymickk
A mix of honey, caramel and blonde shades can liven up fair skin, make sure it is not overwhelming though. Ask your stylist for low-maintenance highlights, and you can enjoy your carefree style without regular touch-ups.
@chrisweberhair
Honey highlights or subtle ombre can enhance your hairstyle. But what about going for the all-over warm blonde tone? Touch-ups of dark roots every four weeks seem too little a commitment when you can be that gorgeous.
@instacolorjosee
Looking for a blonde shade that will be dark, yet not ashy? Dark honey and caramel hair is the way to go. A save bet for all-over hair dye and every skin tone.
@yukistylist
A hairstyle that blends a blonde shade with natural dark roots is truly low maintenance. However, you might still need to use blue shampoo to keep your honey hair from getting brassy.
@glow__hair
Honey blonde tones seem to anchor this bright, platinum blonde hairstyle, keeping it natural. Proper hair care and regular deep conditioning will help you safely transition from brown to blonde, even if you go for a bright blonde hair shade like this.
@thenewblackindustries
This is another hairstyle to prove how versatile shades of honey on your hair can be. The warm tone shines in many sassy undertones without any hand painting.
@chiriac.ionela
Brunete balayage ideas seem to be endless, so all you need is a good colorist who will creatively blend brown and blonde shades to turn your hairstyles into a source of envy.
@hairbyamybee
Bright yellow-gold hair tones look amazing on African American ladies. The deeply parted pixie with full bangs and extra-long side pieces is eye-catching and electrifying.
@salonchristollargo
Isn’t this shade a splendid allusion to natural ginger hair? This dark honey hairstyle with lighter streaks around the face is an irresistible option to try, whatever your hair type is.
@nat_doeshair
Honey blonde hues complement almost all skin tones and look great during every season of the year. Tone it down during winter and autumn and crank it up a notch for spring and summer; you’ll always look trendy and on point. Whether a high-contrast balayage, ombre, or subtle highlights, choosing something in this warm-toned palette will switch up your hairstyles and give you the new vibrant look you’ve been hunting for.
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