Could dark blonde hair be the hair color for you? This underrated hair color deserves a bit more love since it can be extremely flattering to a wide range of people, and it has the benefit of being very easy to achieve but also fairly easy to change.
We’ve got the low-down on everything you need to know before making the switch to dark blonde hair. We have put together 67 stunning examples of what dark blonde hair color can look like, just to get you inspired. Also, we have a step-by-step guide on how to dye your hair at home, as well as maintenance tips so you can keep your dark blonde hair gleaming. We have a few suggestions for minor makeup and fashion adjustments as well!
In this article:
- 67 Lovely Dark Blonde Hair Color Ideas to Embrace
- How to Dye Hair Dark Blonde at Home
- Tips for Maintaining Your Dark Blonde Hair Color
- Adjusting Your Makeup Routine According to Your Dark Blonde Hair
- What Fashion Colors Flatter Those with Dark Blonde Hair?
67 Lovely Dark Blonde Hair Color Ideas to Embrace
It’s time to find your perfect shade on our hand-picked list of the coolest dark blonde hair colors to try!
1. Dark Blonde Bombshell Hair
Bombshell hair comes in other colors than just platinum and red, as proven by this dark blonde hair color. This look also includes some brown lowlights that add depth, which only intensifies the effect of big, retro-inspired curls.
2. Chocolate and Honey Dark Blonde
This is a great example of a warm-toned dark blonde hair dye. The roots and bangs are kept a natural dark chocolate shade, while the cascade of waves is hand-painted with natural-looking streaks of honey blonde.
3. Feathery Dark Blonde Waves
This dark blonde hair color is the perfect example of a cool-undertone blonde with an ashy tint that is flattering to everyone. The feathery waves make this look a little beachier, while a deep side part adds an easy hint of glamour.
4. Easy Dark Blonde Balayage
This kind of blonde hair color is the easiest to maintain since the balayage technique allows the roots to grow out nicely. With dark blonde tones, the balayage is also less damaging to naturally dark hair while still allowing you to feel summery and light.
5. Dark Blonde ‘70s Glam
The ‘70s are having a big moment right now, so it is a great time to try tight curls with big hair. The hairstyle goes great with a warm dark blonde balayage over a dark brown base, and the highlights just serve to make the hair more three dimensional.
6. Honey Latte Sombré
This is a lovely, wavy hairstyle that allows you to play around with dark blonde hair without fully committing. It’s a sombré with a subtle transition from coffee brown to warm dark blonde, but the balayage technique was used to lighten more of the strands near the front of the face, which lets the wearer feel like a true blonde.
7. Black Gold Waves
This luscious style combines cool-toned brown-black roots and lowlights with a blend of dark blonde hair dye as well as lighter tones that are nearer to platinum hair. Some of the blonde is more neutral, while other shades lean towards warm, but thanks to the varied mix of shades, the final result is complex rather than muddy.
8. Intense Dark Blonde Balayage
This hairstyle has all of the intensity of lighter blonde, but it primarily relies on dark blonde hair dye with some darker roots for depth. Since it’s a balayage, the streaks of dark blonde hair start gradually at the mids and become gradually lighter at the ends.
9. Deep Gold Freehand Hair
One way of achieving dark blonde hair is by balayaging over light brown hair with shimmering gold shades. This style relies on a freehand technique to achieve a stunning look that seems effortless.
10. Ash and Gold Dark Blonde Hair
There is something earthy yet opulent about this combination of deep brown, ash, and white gold tones. The wavy hair, touched by ultra-thin streaks of various shades of dark blonde hair dye, evokes the idea of threads of gold buried deep within the earth.
11. Dark Blonde Gradient Quiff
The gradient hair dyeing technique is another great way of going from very dark hair to dark blonde and even allows you to go very light on the ends. Styled into a quiff, this is a luxurious and summery way of showing off a perfect dark blonde hair color.
12. Dark Blonde Pop
This wavy long bob hairstyle is all about those face-framing strands of blonde that turn a subdued dark blonde balayage into something a little more daring. The rest of the hair was balayaged nicely with a cool shade of blonde that pairs with the dark brown roots to be ultra-flattering.
13. Dark Blonde Hair Ribbons
This is one of those dark blonde hair colors that rely on a combination of ultra-thin streaks of light blonde and dark brown shades. The colors come together to make up a dark blonde look that ends up particularly fetching when styled into thick, ribbon-like curls.
14. Lengthy Dark Blonde Balayage
If you have the length, a balayage can be a great way to start rocking dark blonde hair! The dark brown roots are augmented with thinner streaks of dark blonde at the top, but more of the outer part of the hair gradually gets dyed dark blonde with some lighter streaks decorating the ends.
15. Bronze and Gold Dark Blonde Hair
This ultra-warm and metallic twist on dark blonde hair is perfect for autumn. The shade of gold chosen to spice up a dark brown base has a lot of yellow and amber undertones, so it shimmers like metal in the light.
16. Cool and Metallic Dark Blonde
This take on cool dark blonde hair color looks super metallic with a lot of depth. It relies on the high-contrast blend of lighter platinum strands and super dark, cool brown roots, with a bit of ash dark blonde hair dye to give a softer transition – it’s a complex look best created by a professional.
17. Lob with Dark Blonde Balayage
While this is technically a balayage, it is very heavy-handed, with the bulk of this stunningly wavy long bob dyed a dark blonde shade. Warm chocolate roots and a golden transition make this style just a touch richer and warmer.
18. Glimmering Ash Blonde
It takes a lot of purple toner to achieve such a perfectly cool dark blonde hair color. These ultra-long and wavy tresses were dyed with very thin streaks of an ashy dark blonde, which makes for a textured and complex look.
19. Beachy Dark Blonde Hair
This choppy and loosely wavy hairstyle is the perfect match for dark blonde tones! It makes it seems as though the dark blonde hair color came courtesy of the sun rather than at the hands of a great colorist.
20. Dark Blonde Wave Cascade
This dark blonde hair color combines a cool, ashy dark blonde shade with a more neutral, golden blonde for a gleaming cascade of waves. The Marcel wave styling has a retro feel, but deep roots and a middle part modernize it.
21. Palladium Dark Blonde Hair
This ultra-cool and metallic take on dark blonde hair reminds us of palladium thanks to its depth and sheen. This look consists of a complex blend of blonde shades applied in micro streaks to a very dark base, and it’s a great stop on the road towards platinum or pastel hair.
22. Dark Blonde Caramel Macchiato
There is something about warm dark blonde hair colors that always gives us a sweet tooth. Perhaps it’s the sweet quality of the warm golds mixed with rich browns that look like molten caramel. Whatever it is, it’s a delicious look!
23. Dark Blonde Spiral Curls
Is there a better going-out look than shiny spiral curls? This dark blonde look relies on thin streaks of dark blonde that get progressively thicker and more dominant towards the ends, in a look that is bright but still retains brunette sensibilities. Spiral curls just make everything extra special and romantic.
24. Choppy Dark Blonde Bangs
If you want to feel a little bit more rock ‘n’ roll about having dark blonde hair, choppy bangs can help. They frame the face nicely and also add a devilish, cool-girl touch. Black roots also add some edginess to the look.
25. Dark Blonde Touch
Achieving a perfect dark blonde hair color is often all about doing more with less. Meaning, being very careful about the placement of just a small amount of dark blonde hair dye – this carefully constructed balayage proves it since a large chunk of the hair is still a natural brown tone, but the overall effect screams “natural blonde.”
26. Dark Blonde with Bronze Transition
The touch of bronze in this black-to-dark blonde gradient adds a rich, warm color contrast that makes this look irresistible, and also makes the transition from nearly black roots to metallic dark blonde ends much healthier.
27. Golden Grown Out Balayage
A warm and golden dark blonde shade kisses the chocolate brown base of the hair, in a style that proves that grown out balayages are still super stylish. Loose wave styling keeps the overall look natural and soft.
28. Voluminous Toffee Curls
This toffee shade of dark blonde hair is warm and sumptuous, making it a great choice for those with warm or olive skin tones, while a few deeper streaks keep it dimensional and make it an easily flattering choice for deeper skin tones. Styled into voluminous curls, it looks romantic and inviting.
29. Choppy Honey Blonde Waves
Warm honey is the perfect dark blonde hair color for autumn, especially when paired with deeper roots. This look doesn’t feel too drastic thanks to longer roots, while the choppy haircut and tousled waves make things feel modern and chic.
30. Dramatic Dark Blonde Transition
It’s always a challenge for stylists to turn dark brunette hair blonde, but by weaving a few streaks of lighter blonde along with dark blonde hair dye, the effect can be stunning while the hair can stay healthy. Keeping the roots natural is a must, of course, because it adds a voluminous feel and keeps the scalp in good shape.
31. Burnt Sugar Babylight Balayage
This gradual touch of warm, dark blonde babylights gives a burnt sugar effect, like the top of perfect crème brûlée. Even the deeper brown roots have a slightly warmer auburn undertone, which makes the small touches of dark blonde hair dye blend harmoniously.
32. Full Panel Dark Blonde Balayage
That’s right, you can rely on the balayage technique to dye a full head of hair, in what’s known as “full panel balayage.” The entire outer layer of hair was dyed with a golden dark blonde hair dye, so the inner layer of dark brown just barely peeks out to give dimension.
33. Blended Dark Blonde Lob
The way streaks of golden dark blonde hair blend into the espresso-colored base so seamlessly requires expert skill. Even though the hair is cut into a long bob, the flawless streaking makes it feel as though the hair takes up a lot more space.
34. Biscuit Dark Blonde Hair
If you’d like a dark blonde hair color that will feel a little dreamier and more rustic, we think this type of biscuit balayage can be an excellent choice. It relies on a very neutral dark blonde hair shade, applied in thicker streaks and blended seamlessly into a chestnut brown base.
35. Face-Framing Warm Dark Blonde Hair
When you want to feel like a blonde without going all the way, dark blonde streaks right along the front are the way to go. These warm, dark blonde streaks were applied just to frame the face, for a high-impact, low-effort look.
36. Riding the Bronde Wave
This bronde look uses dark blonde hair dye to create the most artful and impactful horizontal streaks. Horizontal streaking can end in disaster, but when applied by an expert, they give the hair a metallic feel and a lot of dimension without the textured effect of thin streaks.
37. Dark Strawberry Sombré
Strawberry dark blonde hair is uniquely warm yet soft, and in this flawless sombré it offers a flirty contrast to dark chocolate roots. There are a few platinum streaks along the bottom just to add a bit more sheen.
38. Smooth Dark Blonde Streaks
The thicker streaks of dark blonde that frame the face in this look work so well with the smooth styling of the hair! It makes the contrast between the deeper roots and the touch of blonde balayage a bit more apparent, but in a glamorous way.
39. Tousled Dark Blonde Beauty
The tousled look is always fun and playful, and it really makes dark blonde looks feel a little bit more natural! The face-framing strands in this look are very thin, so there are heavy bronde vibes, with choppy lightened ends that keep things edgy.
40. Smooth Dark Blonde Beauty
This is another look that relies on thinner streaking near the front, with a lot of dark blonde streaks along the ends of the hair. The main difference between this look and the previous one is the curling, which proves that dark blonde looks can be edgy or demure strictly depending on how they are styled.
41. Sun-Kissed Dark Blonde Streaks
For a sun-kissed look, the secret is adding a variety of dark blonde and caramel shades in thinner streaks, with the occasional horizontal touch for a bit of randomness. The final effect is natural, despite the high contrast with the dark base.
42. Dark Blonde to Pearl Gradient
If you can’t decide between dark blonde and platinum, why not just rock both? The effect ends up being pearly thanks to the gradient from dark blonde to super light blonde, and as always, the deeper roots keep things grounded.
43. Intense Dark Blonde Waves
When you’re not afraid of making a big change, a heavy and intense dark blonde balayage is nothing to be afraid of. This warm take on dark blonde has some color variation in it, and if you’re committed to going full blonde, it can be a great step in the transition.
44. Molten Gold Balayage
The secret to melted gold effect of these stunning warm dark blonde waves is simple – it’s all about the health of the hair! Hair oil and a lot of moisture are a must to get freshly dyed hair to emanate so much gleam.
45. The Modern “Rachel”
Any “Friends” fans in our audience? This dark blonde hair was styled into a modern take on Jennifer Aniston’s ‘90s haircut, with face-framing strands cut shorter to flatter the features. The touches of dark blonde were added with the haircut in mind, which makes this look feel extra modern and intentional.
46. Platinum-Touched Dark Blonde Hair
Just a touch of platinum can feel very special nestled into a dark blonde balayage. It’s just one streak, but it adds lightness to the face without the potential damage of going platinum all over, not to mention that it feels a little bit more natural.
47. Dark Blonde Hair with Slim Streaks
High contrast streaks are a great way to rock dark blonde hair in this day and age, especially when the streaks are applied thinly. The final result ends up being very textured and chic, as you can see in this long, wavy look.
48. Dark Blonde Bombshell
Everyone dreams, at least once, of being that blonde femme fatale, but you don’t need to do anything drastic to achieve that look! Golden streaks along the front of the hair do all the heavy lifting, while a soft dark blonde balayage over the rest of the hair marries everything together.
49. Platinum-Streaked Dark Blonde
There are dozens of different ways of combining dark brown, dark blonde, and platinum in streaked hairstyles to achieve magnificent results, and this is just one of them. Thicker streaks of dark blonde with thinner streaks of platinum make for a varied, high-contrast look.
50. Honey Wash Balayage
Another way of rocking dark blonde hair with minimal effort is with a wash of warm honey blonde over medium brown hair. This is a variation on a balayage that keeps the outer part of the hair dyed, even though the streaks all consistently start fairly high near the roots.
51. Dark Blonde Ombré
This look proves that ombrés still deserve some attention and praise! The combination of mouse-brown and dark ash blonde works well because both shades are cool and subdued.
52. Matte Dark Blonde Hair
As much as we love metallics, there is something earthy and charming about matte dark blonde hair colors. This dark blonde and light brown balayage is soft and natural-looking, with a textured matte finish that still has depth.
53. Big and Gold Dark Blonde Hair
The flowy, wavy styling absolutely gives us melted chocolate and caramel vibes with a metallic overtone. The thin streaks meld together beautifully in this dramatic, voluminous look.
54. Dark Blonde Layered and Razored Cut
This dark blonde hair color is applied in a heavy, intense balayage that is quite dramatic, though a few dark lowlights add depth and work nicely with the choppiness of the cut. The razoring technique for the ends and bangs takes some weight off the long tresses and gives an edgy and modern vibe.
55. Chestnut and Dark Blonde Hair
We love this addition of streaks of dark blonde to chestnut hair. The combination of neutral gold with warm roots works surprisingly well, giving a strawberry dark blonde effect that will work with most skin tones.
56. High Drama Dark Blonde Balayage
The easiest way to add a ton of drama to your dark blonde balayage is by adding a few hair extensions. This magnificent look owes some of its drama to the length, but we also must give credit to the perfectly natural shade of golden dark blonde hair dye used.
57. Dark Blonde Glam
Dark blonde hair can be ultra-glamorous, especially if you have long tresses and are not afraid of spending a bit of time blow-drying your hair into wavy perfection. This look relies on a multi-tone balayage technique that gives so much depth you could fall right in.
58. Dark Blonde Twist
Spiral curls near the front of the face add a lot of drama, even for gently wavy hairstyles. What helps here is that those front strands are a little brighter, even though the balayage all over the head was done with a very golden shade of dark blonde hair dye.
59. Underlayer Dark Blonde Balayage
Is anyone else getting early Avril Lavigne vibes from this dark blonde hair color look, or is it just us? This look gives us that high contrast between lighter face-framing strands and a darker base, but what makes it stand out is that instead of having the outer layer dyed a dark blonde, the inner layer was bleached, for a totally new take on the peek-a-boo.
60. Peachy Dark Blonde Balayage
The slight warmth of this dark blonde balayage lends it a peachy quality that is sweet and fresh. There are even some sombré elements to this style since the lower ends of the hair were dyed a solid shade of dark blonde hair color.
61. Gold-Touched Bob
We don’t want to misinform: the fact is that dark blonde hair looks just as good on short hair as it does on long! This adorable tousled bob relies on ultra-thin streaks of honey to liven it up and contribute to its natural bounce.
62. Dirty Dark Blonde Waves
There is something striking about high-contrast looks, while low-contrast takes on dark blonde hair are easy on the eyes. There is a bit of streaking here, but it’s not over the top, so the final result is a dirty blonde look that could easily pass for natural.
63. Dark Blonde Hints
If you still want to be a brunette but would like to add just a hint of brightness to your look, a few cleverly placed dark blonde streaks can certainly help. The golden touch elevates everything by adding a highlight, making your chocolatey tresses a little more multidimensional.
64. Dark Blonde Sombré Shag
Sombré and ombré dark blonde hair pairs really nicely with shag haircuts. The blonde ends serve to highlight the shaggy, choppy ends, while the feathery bangs frame your face allowing your natural root color to shine.
65. Smoldering Dark Blonde Waves
In this look, the touches of dark blonde hair dye balayaged over the deep brown base only serve to emphasize the alluring nature of the dark hair. The final result is smoldering and seductive, the kind of hairstyle to rock when you want to stun.
66. Dark Blonde Princess Waves
You might think dark blonde hair colors are more serious than light blonde shades, but that’s not true! They can be just as delicate and pretty, and certainly fitting for fantasy princess waves. The magic comes from a few thin streaks of a lighter color that add that reflective effect.
67. Dark Blonde Rim
We want to add on something unique but achievable: a balayage only along the rim of the hair, of a cool dark blonde shade that gives an ethereal finish to the dark brown base. Styled into waves, this look is timeless and will flatter anyone.
How to Dye Hair Dark Blonde at Home
Dyeing your hair a dark blonde hair color at home is super easy, so here is our comprehensive guide to getting you through the process!
Is Bleaching Necessary?
On its own, dark blonde hair dye might not make your hair quite as light as you want it to be. In fact, when you look at hair dye boxes, they often predict exactly how much lighter they can make your hair. In most cases, hair that is at all darker than light brown is not going even to be pictured on the box, so the results will only be a shade or two lighter if at all.
If you are starting out with already bleached hair or hair that is naturally very light, you don’t need to worry! You can go straight into using your dark blonde hair dye of choice, and it will take to your hair quickly.
If you do have to bleach your hair, the good news is that you don’t have to use anything extreme. Usually, a 10- or 20-volume bleach kit left on the hair for just 10-20 minutes will be enough to bring your hair to the right level of lightness for a dark blonde.
Always apply bleach starting an inch or two away from the roots since the heat of your scalp will speed up the bleaching process – if you start from the roots, you can end up with “hot roots” or, in other words, overly light or even discolored roots.
You can apply the bleach all over, or just apply streaks for natural-looking balayage. Now, despite these directions, we do think that bleaching is best done by a professional, especially if you are going more than two shades lighter.
There are some dark blonde hair dye kits that will work even on very dark hair since they usually include a higher amount of bleach, so if you want to make things easier for yourself, make sure to buy one of those kits.
Lastly, you might be able to hit the right level of dark blonde hair with just bleach, in which case you might think your work is done! In reality, we would still recommend following up on the bleaching session with a gentle hair dye.
Once the hair is bleached, it is depleted of a lot of pigment and can become very weak. In addition to giving you a more precise shade of dark blonde, dark blonde hair dye will also deposit some new pigment into your hair, which will make your strands stronger and healthier.
Prep for Dark Blonde Hair Dye
Here are few preparation tips for the days before it’s time to dye your hair to get your hair ready for the big change.
- Choose the right hair dye for your type of hair, so if your hair is lighter, choose a gentler dark blonde hair dye, while if your hair is darker, then either pick up a bleaching kit or choose a stronger lightening dark blonde hair dye kit like our recommendation #4.
- If your hair is very thick or long, you might need two or three boxes of hair dye to cover everything adequately.
- If your dark blonde hair dye kit doesn’t include them, pick up a set of Punky Colour Tinting Brush and Gloves from Ulta.
- It’s also good to have an old T-shirt or zip-up hoodie, a plastic or disposable shower cap, and a mixing bowl or bottle (which is often included in the kit).
- Once you have your hair dye kit, do a strand test by dyeing only a small inner strand of hair. This will allow you to ensure the color is right and will also be easier to deal with if you happen to have an allergy to the hair dye.
- Avoid washing your hair for a couple of days before it’s time to dye your hair. This will allow your hair to build up some natural oils, which will make it stronger and more resistant to damage from the hair dye.
- If you’ll be making your hair lighter, you can boost the strength of your hair by using a protein hair mask the day before you are planning to dye it.
Dyeing Your Hair
Finally, the fun part: how to actually dye your hair dark blonde at home! Follow our step-by-step instructions for a solid dark blonde look. If you are hoping for a balayage instead, check out our DIY balayage guide.
Finally, make sure also to read the dyeing instructions in your kit and anywhere where our advice differs from what’s written, make sure to follow the written instructions.
- Gather everything you will need, and put on your loose T-shirt or old hoodie. You can also drape a towel over your shoulders and apply a bit of petroleum jelly to your hairline to avoid getting the dark blonde hair dye on your skin.
- In a mixing bowl or in an applicator bottle, mix up the hair color, developer, and any other intended mixers that are in your dark blonde hair dye kit of choice. You might need to let the color and developer mixture sit for a bit, or you might be able to start dyeing right away – read the instructions on the box to figure it out.
- Note that unless you are working on covering persistent gray hairs, going from light blonde to dark blonde, or touching up grown-out roots, it is best to save applying hair dye to the roots until the very end.
- Using the end of your hair dyeing comb, part your hair into as many sections as you like, depending on how thick your hair is. You might need 5 or 6 sections if you have thicker hair, and three sections may suffice if your hair is fairly thin. Clip up all of the sections except for the one you would like to start with. We recommend starting with the front and then working your way back.
- From the section you’ve left loose, pull out an even smaller section of hair that is about 2 cm in diameter, and apply the dark blonde hair dye to it either by dispensing it from the applicator bottle or with a hair dye brush, starting near the top of the hair.
- With the hair dye brush, pull the color downwards towards the ends of your hair – you might have to dispense a bit more hair dye in order to cover the entire length.
- With your gloved hand, massage the small section of hair in order to work the hair dye in a little bit better.
- Separate out the next 2 cm section of hair and repeat the hair dye application process. Keep doing this until you’ve finished coloring the entire subsection.
- Clip up that subsection of hair and unclip the next one to continue applying hair dye in small sections.
- Once all of your hair has been covered with dark blonde hair dye, you can finally go back and apply hair dye to the roots.
- Tie or clip up your hair and put on a shower cap in order to avoid making a mess as well as to help trap in a bit of heat to speed up the processing time.
- Give your hair time to process. It will usually take between 30-45 minutes, but this will also depend on the specific hair dye brand you use.
- Once it’s time, get in the shower to wash out the hair dye. It is better to skip shampooing and to just wash it out with water and hair conditioner.
- Once you’re out of the shower, gently dry your hair by pressing a soft towel against it – avoid rubbing or squeezing too harshly. It’s better to let the hair air-dry after this, but it’s okay to blow-dry it gently. Once your hair is not wet but perhaps just a little damp, you can blow-dry it on a low heat setting.
- Finally, give your new look a good once-over to make sure it’s perfect, and use any leftover dye to make corrections if necessary.
Tips for Maintaining Your Dark Blonde Hair Color
It’s one thing to dye your hair a beautiful dark blonde shade, but you also want it to stay beautiful. Ensure the longevity of your color and the health of your hair with a few of our tips.
- The most important thing for maintaining dark blonde hair dye is to wash your hair as infrequently as possible and ideally in cool water, which will keep your hair cuticles intact.
- Make sure to avoid stripping hair products when you wash your hair. This especially includes sulfate-based shampoos, which are much more likely to pull the dye out of the hair.
- You might even want to use a special shampoo – a purple shampoo and conditioner set will help to keep your dark blonde hair looking cool-toned, while if you’re rocking warm blonde hair, then a regular shampoo formulated for dyed hair will keep your locks looking shiny.
- If you had to bleach your hair in order to achieve a dark blonde shade, the occasional protein mask would help fortify your hair and fill in what has been lost due to bleaching.
- Chlorinated water can turn dark blonde hair a little green, so it’s important to avoid swimming in chlorinated pools altogether (and believe us, saltwater pools are much nicer for the hair and skin).
- Find ways to limit how often you heat-style your hair in order to mitigate any damage, especially if you had to lighten it to achieve dark blonde hair.
- Always have some spare hair dye on hand, especially if you’re dyeing your hair dark blonde from roots to ends – you never want to go too long without touching up your roots.
- You can also get around that by having a balayage dark blonde hairstyle instead of coloring your hair all over since it will allow the roots to grow out and still look good.
Adjusting Your Makeup Routine According to Your Dark Blonde Hair
If you’re making the switch to dark blonde hair from a different hair color, you may find yourself having to change up your makeup routine. How you will change your makeup routine will likely depend on whether you’re making a switch to dark blonde from lighter hair color or darker hair color.
- When it comes to your complexion makeup, you don’t need to change much. Your foundation should match your skin tone, of course, and you can stick to whatever coverage level you like best. If the shade of dark blonde you chose is a hint too close to your skin tone and you feel like it washes you out, you can rely on bronzer or highlight and contouring to give your skin more dimension, but ideally, you would pick a shade of dark blonde hair dye that has some contrast against your skin.
- When it comes to blush, warm and neutral shades like peach or raspberry will work nicely with all shades of dark blonde hair, while cool tone shades like pink or purple will work nicely if your hair was dyed a more neutral or cool-toned dark blonde, though they might clash a bit against warm-toned dark blonde.
- Lipstick can often be more dramatic, so you don’t need to worry about how it’ll look against your hair – it’s more important that your lipstick will match your skin tone.
- With eye makeup, people frequently take the switch to a more natural-looking hair color like dark blonde to also go more natural by using earth tone shades or simply wearing less eyeshadow. However, there are no rules here! Almost all eyeshadow shades that suit your eye color and skin tone will look nice no matter what kind of blonde you’re rocking – just make sure those shades also go with your outfit and the rest of your makeup.
What Fashion Colors Flatter Those with Dark Blonde Hair?
Dark blonde hair is considered a natural and fairly neutral hair color, which is great because it means you have a ton of options for hair to dress, and you don’t have to seriously shift your personal style!
With that said, switching to dark blonde may also change up your “season,” if that is something you adhere to. Cool dark blonde hair colors usually align with “summer,” while warm blonde hair colors can align with either “autumn” or “spring,” depending on whether your skin is dark or light.
We’re not sticklers to seasonal color palette fashion rules here at Glowsly, but it can still be useful to understand how your hair color change will impact your overall coloring.
You may suddenly find out that after switching to dark blonde hair, earth tones are suddenly extra boring because of their similarity to the coloring of your hair, or you might find the opposite – they can end up looking more harmonious!
You may also find that suddenly, very dark or all-black outfits overwhelm you in a way that they didn’t when your hair was darker. You can easily balance this by adding lighter accessories or jewelry to a dark outfit or by mixing and matching your colors more.
You can consider the switch to dark blonde hair color your chance to start introducing pastels into your wardrobe. With cool blonde hair, it is better to choose cool and neutral pastels like pink, light blue, lavender, and mint green, while with warm dark blonde hair warmer pastes like peach and buttery yellow can look very nice. If your overall coloring is darker, then you can wear darker and more saturated colors.
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