@savannahraehair
This look for blonde hair is great if you want to personalize your haircut. Use a purple shade as a dip dye to upgrade your highlighted blonde hair. It can be a great compromise if you are not sure of how long you are going to like those feathers.
Looking for fresh ideas of purple highlights to upgrade your style? Purple is one of the most versatile fashion shades, ranging from soft lavender tones to bold violet streaks, and it works beautifully with almost any base color. Deep purples can add richness and depth to dark brown or black hair, while pastel lavender creates a delicate accent on cool blonde tones. Even cherry red hair can be transformed with scattered purple highlights for an eye-catching effect. Scroll through the following images and pick your own shade for inspiration!
@kattandcosalon
Having brown hair with highlights can be a bold choice. Here, we love the brighter, radiant ends, with the deeper hues emanating from the top. If you want to have a captivating yet alternative look, these shades are right for you!
Looking at pictures of different hair dye options, we noticed that you can barely find a smooth blend of brightly colored streaks. But here is a way to add some color, both in burgundy and purple, in varying sections, without being over the top!
@amburscissorhands
This violet and purple combination is perfect for any season! A set of light highlights emphasizes the base in the angled bob. A dark shade underneath brings out the prominence of the purple quite well!
@foxandjane
Brighten up that dark hair with reddish ombre highlights. When curled with a medium-sized curling iron and worn loose around the shoulders, your locks get a totally magical and feminine look. It’s like a waterfall of waves!
@alexisthurston
Brown and purple hair never looked so good! Combine shades of chocolate brown, golden chestnut, and light rose gold with weaved-in lilac and darker highlights to give yourself a hair masterpiece.
@butterflyloftsalon
Life is too short to go through it with one hair color. You deserve to rock a pinky blonde ombred in purple to elevate your brown hair color whenever you want. Mix sectioning and balayage techniques for an artistic ‘do. The shade lets you enjoy both bold and subtle tones in one style.
@alix_maya
Purple streaks can be bold but subtle looking. Try dressing your long locks in this trendy shade at the bottom for a cool pop of color that doesn’t go overboard.
@butterflyloftsalon
Blonde and purple hair with an extra of pink is great for upgrading your ash-blonde locks. Opt for a cool color to tone your roots (like navy blue or dark purple brown).
@glamiris
Purple and plum highlights don’t work only with long manes. Short hair can get in on the fun, too. In fact, when completely covered with magenta and purple highlights, bob haircuts become cooler than ever.
@maryhornehenry
Brighten up those locks even more with panels of peach, purple and pink. When worn with orchid-colored highlights, the cocktail of color creates a fresh, floral-inspired mix.
@modernsalon
Are you looking for purple hair ideas that venture outside the pastel realm? Try a super-bright fluorescent magenta shade with streaks of rich violet. It’s totally rockstar and totally unexpected.
@guy_tang
If your jet-black pixie cut needs some added flare, add in some beautiful flashes of dark purple highlights. When strewn throughout, the weaved-in color looks amazing and shows confidence and adds a striking twist to your pixie cut.
@modernsalon
Are you unsure about which shade of purple to try out? Fulfill all of your hair dreams with a look that features a rich plum up top and a lavender shade at the bottom. It may seem a bit unconventional, but, hey, you only live once, right?
@xostylistxo
Purple hair just hit the cutting edge … literally. Pairing a dark-to-light ombre look with an angular bob cut is about as cool as it gets. Oh, and if you only get glimpses of those violet locks, that’s OK. This shade has you covered.
@hair_by_love
Channel your inner rockstar with prismatic highlights that reflect shades of purple, pink and blue. Prismatic highlights in purple, pink, and blue create a bold, rock-inspired vibe.
@redbloomsalon
It’s that time of year when color is everywhere, so it’s time to get creative with floral-inspired tones. Combine those pieces of delicate pearl blonde highlights with an ethereal cyclamen pink. Be strategic about the placement of your highlights, as well as brighter and lighter sections.
@jaywesleyolson
Not sure if you can pull off black hair with purple highlights? Well, you can! Yes, the process is extensive and could involve some bleaching and processing, but the results are totally worth it. Amethyst-colored streaks lend a nice jewel-like look to your hair, and who doesn’t want that?
@xostylistxo
Make your highlights shine by adding a glossing effect to your hair-dyeing sesh. Ask your stylist about adding a blueberry gloss to make your locks really sparkle and shine as they were meant to.
@michellehair
Short hair doesn’t need to be completely dark. In fact, even when it comes to vivid shades, one uniform hair color can appear flat. Bring in streaks of fuchsia or red highlights to add some dimension and add dimension and extra vibrancy.
@chellsiedanielle
Tired of your brown locks? Try rocking a lilac ombre or brown hair with highlights for a bold update that transitions from subtle to vibrant. Add dimension by creating a cool color shift that starts out subdued and ends vibrant and bright.
@jesstheebesttcolor
Show off your violet highlights with a creative style. This simple half-up braid weaves the shades together beautifully and adds dimension to your look.
@ritual.haircompany
Purple highlights on a short, textured pixie cut are very in right now. The look delivers high style, just make sure you have some color-friendly products on-hand to keep your hue and ‘do intact. The last thing about this gorgeous pixie you want is a faded color!
@modernsalon
Purple and blonde together create a striking, dreamy contrast. Styled into soft, voluminous waves, the look feels elegant and eye-catching, offering a modern take on a whimsical color.
@queenvenalove
This color is enriched with deep red in its base tone. Pictures simply don’t do it justice! Some blonde highlights over the dark brown hair enhanced by the gentle curls give way to the wonderful dimensional locks which are further adorned with the deep red, covering much of the lower half of a stunning lob. Leave one strand blonde… just because you can!
@carpediemsalon_nola
These dark and light streaks are a cute and creative way to have fun without a huge commitment. Add the lighter rosewood streaks through this beautiful warm blonde, and then accent them with a darker purple.
@nicolehanily
Adding raspberry pink highlights to red hair is a fun combination, and we love this two-tonal look. The two tones are smoothly blended, resulting in a striking color that definitely stands out. It’s a great way to get noticed!
@alyssawiener
Pink and purple are a great combination for something different and fun! These blended highlights create a soft, misty effect with a whimsical touch. Go for an all over pastel pink blonde shade, then add lavender highlights over top.
@modernsalon
Purple highlights can also be just a small detail, sneaking in under the radar. These chunks of lighter purple are hidden underneath the blonde base in a small amount of lowlights. Add them in various spots for a little extra fun!
@carriesapphire
These dark brown hair strands toned in a noble burgundy hue unexpectedly give way to an outstanding shade of electric blue! The contrasting colors create a playful, summer-like effect.
@modernsalon
For a hue that stands out more than toned silver locks, you must look for a purple with a blue base. It is softer than the red-based shades. Go for an all-over lighter color with dark roots and just a bit of lowlights to really bring out your individuality!
@butterflyloftsalon
If you have brown hair and want to enhance it with purple highlights, consider blending soft pink tones with electric violet. The result is a vibrant, multidimensional look that instantly catches the eye.
@jenndones.hair
In this case, the purple dye is distributed unevenly through the length, and it also varies in its intensity, starting with the brightest roots, blending to the soft highlights, and finishing with slightly darker tips.
@savannahraehair
Dark hair is a little more difficult to add lighter colors to, but we think this look is a perfect example of how to blend those elegant shades of brown and pastel purple pink. To achieve thie color result, the length needs lightening while the roots can (and should) stay the natural dark color.
@salsalhair
Pink and blue are base colors that are often mixed in different proportions depending on the shades used or chosen. This is a pretty purple with a subtle pink tone, and you can easily adjust it to your own personality.
@ateliermaytoronto
This bright set of wavy neon curls is elevated by a short undercut. Keep the sideburns a touch longer and add the lighter with darker purples all over the top section, maintaining the undercut of its natural color …and will look just gorgeous!
@modernsalon
These brown and blonde streaks are a great base to use as an additional color, such as a light shade. Blonde hair provides a nice contrast to the base color and a beautiful dimension when mixed with violet. Style some tighter and looser curls to enhance the variety of tones and create a more defined texture. Okay, now you’ve got a pretty set of locks for any season!
@modernsalon
Looking for a bit more in purple highlights? This bold plum color is a step towards your freedom for expression. If your hair is very dark, you’ll have to take it to a lighter tone first, and then apply the color.
@jimmychoosy
This look for blonde hair is great if you want to personalize your haircut. Use a purple shade as a dip dye to upgrade your highlighted blonde hair. It can be a great compromise if you are not sure of how long you are going to like those feathers.
@savannahraehair
People with naturally dark hair look great in bright vibrant shades, because their skin tones often fall rather in the middle of the spectrum, giving a pleasant contrast. In this indigo blue hued style, vibrant purple and bright magenta blend into an exceptional mix for bold brunettes!
@modernsalon
Black hair with purple highlights is quite stunning as it stands. In this picture instead the long curls cascading in an ombre pattern, going from a dark cobalt hue to a mystical shade of violet offers a dramatic, eye-catching finish.
@araxjan
Now that you have seen the most popular ideas of purple highlights, it’s time to choose your favorite shade. Get ready to share these inspirations with your friends, and then check in with your stylist to ensure you get the chance to express yourself with color!
This article offers a plethora of versatile ideas for purple highlights, catering to all hair colors, from deep natural hues to blonde tones.
Different shades of purple have varying undertones; warm purples with pink distribution may fade to soft purple-pink tones, while cool purples with blue undertones can leave a stubborn blue-green stain on pre-lightened hair. While some may embrace this bluer tone, clear communication with your stylist ensures you achieve the perfect purple shade that you'll love long after it's faded.”