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Modern hair coloring techniques make it possible to go blonde without damaging hair, yet the question is: What shade to choose? Honey blonde, pale blonde, beige, and bronde hues remain ‘safe’ classic options that work great for women with any skin tone and eye color. But you can always go a little further with your blonde transformation and have a creamy peach blonde, strawberry vanilla or another warm blonde shade, which looks as promising as it sounds.
Here, we’ve gathered the juiciest pics to ignite your creativity. Consider this your guiding light through the diversity of warm blonde hair color combinations.
“When I see the natural color with these blonde accents, I fall in love with effect,” says Laura Gheorghe, a balayage specialist at The First beauty area and the creator of this stunning look. We feel you, Laura, as nothing makes mid-length strands as dimensional and vibrant as the strategically placed balayage highlights.
@lauraelenahairartist
Here, the almost-silvery blonde perfectly balances a warm, nutty brown or light brown base, resulting in a versatile yet expensive blonde color. Pair it with a trendy lob haircut for an ultimate ‘it’ look, resembling our favorite Aussie icon Margot Robbie’s recent transformation.
@deebien_hair
Long and healthy hair is undeniably a dream of every woman and girl. Implementing warm blondes as face-framing highlights that seamlessly blend with blonde balayage in creamy vanilla tones looks just as catchy as going bright blonde, but requires less aggressive bleaching, which makes it a healthier alternative.
@nataliemckellhair
Sweet honey blonde tones for the proud owner of sun-kissed skin! This option looks good both as highlights that bring a pop of color to natural hair and balayage that delivers a more balanced and softer look.
@abbeykhair
While it may look like a solid blonde hair color to you, this is a more low-maintenance coloring technique that keeps your blonde tresses shiny and healthy. Ask for a lived-in blonde the next time you visit your stylist and enjoy your natural-looking blonde to the full!
@nataliemckellhair
Although champagne blonde is on the ‘warm’ side of the hues in the blonde color palette, it doesn’t mean it can’t compliment cooler skin tones. On the contrary, you can achieve a perfectly balanced result that is beyond your expectations.
@hairbychrissydanielle
For a natural blended color, mix shades of peachy and honey blonde with lighter buttery blonde hues. “This combo keeps the hair bright and luminous while softening the raw tone of the lift,” notes Alyssa Nourse, a balayage specialist and the owner of FOIL.Salon.
@alyssasmanemagic
Hand-painted highlights not only illuminate your natural hair color but bring it the depth that boosts long hair with the volume and fullness it may lack. Ask your colorist to focus on the locks in front for a nice and rich face-framing effect.
@nataliemckellhair
Brighter shades of blonde look especially statemental on long loose waves, turning them into a real masterpiece worthy of the red carpet events. For a smooth transition from your natural color that allows you to grow the locks effortlessly, add the effect of smudging the roots.
@kianna.hair
This summer shade of blonde is an absolute stunner! Embraced with golden beige tones, your long tresses will look as shimmering and dimensional as never before. By placing lighter tones at the front, you can accentuate your features and enhance skin radiance and tan.
@hair_by_mallory_
Before going all blonde, test the waters with face-framing highlights that can give you an idea of how this hue may look on you. Thus, you won’t need to worry about growing out your natural color in case you leave unhappy with the experiment. We, personally, have no doubts you’ll love this stunning shade!
@hairbymickk
Your natural dark blonde hair can get an amazing summertime makeover with buttery and sandy tones. We recommend this soft, effortless blonde hue to those with cooler skin tones for a harmoniously blended appearance.
@nataliemckellhair
Warm blonde balayage is a good solution for any season. While in summer and spring, warm honey blonde tones make your locks sun-kissed and very naturally looking, they bring warmth and glow to your skin during autumn and winter.
@thefaithfulblonde
Look how shiny and luminous the skin is, all thanks to the bright blonde highlights that frame the face and lift the overall strands’ brightness. You can play with different shades of blonde but consider warm hues will better match warm-toned brown hair.
@carlie.salontrend
Warm dark blonde hair is a low-maintenance choice for women craving the idea of stepping on the ‘blonde’ side. Pair it with a tempting strawberry blonde hue, like Khloe Kardashian, for a juicy summer hair transformation, or add lighter tones to emphasize its inner glow!
@nickyshotshair
Golden brown hair is an excellent base for warm blonde highlights. This combo reminds us of all the nicest things: hazelnut praline ice cream, tiramisu, caramel latte…Yum! Your new blonde hair color will be associated with the sweetest sweets for sure!
@alexandresillvestre
Mid-length hair lengths provide an ideal canvas for experiments with highlights and hand-painted balayage coloring. You can craft a mind-blowing movement and dimension by mixing warmer and cooler shades of blonde. Curl the locks to make the hairstyle more textured and special-occasion-appropriate.
@colourauthority
This balayage melt gives instant summer vibes, inviting you to start this year’s vacation season fully prepared. A warm creamy blonde shade, boosted with golden tints, creates a seamless transition from natural brown hair thanks to the root shadow technique.
@hellobalayage
The lighter and brighter, thus the more intense your blonde hair transformation is, the more thorough your hair care should be. But let it not stop you from trying this warm platinum balayage, which is also Kim Kardashian’s latest discovery. Posh and absolutely stunning!
@hairbychrissydanielle
Balayage coloring is one of the tricks that helps you make your long, fine tresses visually thicker and more voluminous. Choose warm beige blonde tones that suit all skin tones equally well so as not to lose.
@hairologist_jess
This sophisticated idea is pure perfection! The beauty of the baby blonde hue is effectively complemented by loose curls, but this hair color will look the same as spectacular on straight hair.
@elainecavadahair
For those aiming for a bolder blonde hair transformation, we reckon chunky highlights will pleasantly surprise you! While spicing up the brown base, warm blonde streaks bring depth and texture to your long tresses. This is also an excellent idea for gray blending, as it allows you to forget about hair coloring for at least six weeks.
@hairbyamybee
Champagne blonde hair often has golden undertones, which can make it look a little yellow. But for cool-toned skin owners, this is actually great news, as golden blonde hair makes the face glow and appear warmer.
@kianna.hair
If you’re up for testing the advantages of warm blonde hair colors on your short strands, go no further than this mesmerizing vanilla blonde balayage. For other felicitous color matches for your lob haircut, check out these inspirational ideas of blonde bob transformation for brunettes.
@cierra.fleischmann
If you aim for a shade that will harmoniously contrast your natural base, pay attention to warm platinum colors. As one of the lightest shades out there, it requires special care. But if you do everything right, this hue will delight your eye for at least two months.
@hair_by_mallory_
For women with neutral and cool skin tones, we recommend soft ombre balayage in buttery blonde and sandy shades. Place the lighter warm tones around the face and towards the ends for a radiant finish that accentuates your complexion.
@hairbychrissydanielle
If you can’t decide between warmer and cooler blonde, you can mix them both by recreating this chic highlighted hairstyle. Combine the cozy warmth of creamy blonde and the distinctive brightness of silvery blonde.
@ryleeheyzahair
Variation in intensity and brightness can help you create a beautiful sun-kissed shade without bleaching the whole mane. Pair it with subtle light golden tones and slightly wave the strands for an ultimate beachy look.
@balayageby_mtlewis
As the hair tends to get lighter during summer, getting a balayage is a smart move to play along and enhance the radiance of your mane. Also, by mixing several shades of warm blonde, you can make your locks appear thicker and more textured.
@hairby_cassy
For expensive blonde hair, consider trying this low-maintenance, warm bright blonde balayage. By adding some lowlights, you can also create depth and make your blonde hair more dimensional and interesting. Pair it with layered haircuts such as this stunning butterfly cut, trending this year.
@dvcolour
Whether you’re up for a gradual color transition or contrasting blonde streaks, you will find these ideas fascinating and inspiring. Take a lead in exploring the blonde palette to achieve your desired hairstyle!
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