9 Hair Color Terms Every Brunette Should Know

Once you lower yourself into that salon chair, naming exactly what you want for your new color can be confusing, what with all the names for highlighting processes. You’re probably planning a summer color update of some sort, but let us make a case for something more specific and of-the-moment — brunette shades that are infinitely more Instagrammable and definitely more unique. Instead of going for your usual warmer highlights, why not take a chance with some fresher looks? That’s why we’ve put together this guide to every hair trend for brunettes. Make sure to bookmark this for your next color appointment.

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Hair color trends brunettes will love

Rose Brown

Rose gold has had its moment and now rose brown is our newest obsession. This is ideal if you want hints of brown and pink along with a subtle orange tint; it's warm, it's beautiful and the best part is how seamlessly it fits into the brunette base.

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Bronde

Sun-kissed bronde hair will never not make you feel like a supermodel. We also enjoy the delicious intrigue that accompanies it — are you a blonde or a brunette? Only you can decide. If you're going bronde for the first time, stick with darker roots.

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Espresso Hair

Easiest route to Kate Middleton's Duchess-y locks? Espresso hair. If you're not a fan of streaks and do not plan to add blonde highlights, ditch chocolate tones and opt for the espresso.

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Raspberry Balayage

Not ready for a red hot transformation? This deep shade of raspberry is an amazing look, and will give you an idea about how you look with strong red tones.

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Really Dirty Blonde

A great alternative to bronde hair, this version of brown needs relatively lesser upkeep. It's perfect for brunettes looked for just the slightest switch for summer hair.

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Chestnut Balayage

We love how chestnut balayage instantly lifts your hair and gives it more body. For the best results, keep your roots and crown a darker shade so the rest of your hair shines in contrast.

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Copper Hair

If you're afraid red hair is a smidge too much drama, give copper a chance this summer. Start with wide copper streaks or even a full body color with a sandy golden balayage.

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Deep Purple

This straight-out-of-anime deep purple shade is all kinds of fierce. If you have shorter hair, wild colors or flaming reds are a very good idea for summer.

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Chocolate Cherry

A refreshing new take on the chocolate brown hair, the chocolate cherries shade has tones of deep red and draws warmth and dimension to your hair in unexpected ways.

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