“What color should I dye my hair?”

It’s a question I hear all the time at the salon – and I completely understand why! Changing your hair color can make you feel like a whole new person, but with so many beautiful shades to choose from, deciding what you actually want can be the hardest part.

And while saving inspiration photos is a great place to start, the color that looks amazing on someone else may need a few adjustments to work beautifully for you. Your skin tone, natural hair color, eye color, hair condition, and even how often you want to visit the salon can all influence which shade makes the most sense.

If you’re ready for something new but aren’t quite sure where to start, here are 3 gorgeous hair colors I’m loving right now.

Strawberry Blonde: Warm, Soft, and Bright

Can’t decide between blonde and red? Strawberry blonde gives you a little bit of both.

This beautiful shade combines warm blonde with soft copper and red tones. Depending on your starting color and the look you want, it can range from a very light, subtle strawberry blonde to something warmer and noticeably more copper.

One reason I love this color is how much we can customize it. If you want something soft and natural, we can keep the red tones delicate. If you’re ready for a little more warmth, we can bring in richer copper tones while still maintaining that beautiful blonde base.

Just remember that red pigments can fade faster than some other colors. The right at-home products, less frequent washing, and regular gloss appointments can help keep your strawberry blonde looking fresh between visits.

Cinnamon Brown Hair Color: Brunette With a Little Extra Warmth

If you love being brunette but feel like your current color needs something more, cinnamon brown hair color might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Think rich brown with warm cinnamon, copper, and subtle reddish tones running through it. It gives brunette hair beautiful dimension without taking you all the way into redhead territory.

We can also adjust the warmth depending on your complexion and existing color. For some clients, that might mean a deep cinnamon brunette with just a hint of warmth. For others, brighter cinnamon pieces around the face or throughout the lengths can create more noticeable dimension.

This can be an especially nice option if you want your hair to look richer and warmer without making a dramatic change to the overall depth.

Plum Hair Color: Rich, Bold, and Unexpected

Ready to have a little more fun with your color?

Plum hair color combines deep red and purple tones for a rich shade that can be surprisingly versatile. It can be dark and subtle enough that the purple becomes most noticeable when the light hits your hair, or brighter and bolder if you want your color to make a statement.

And you don’t necessarily need to color your entire head plum. Depending on your current hair and the result you want, we can incorporate plum through highlights, dimensional pieces, or deeper tones blended into a brunette base.

Keep in mind that fashion shades generally require more maintenance to stay vibrant. Before committing, talk to your colorist about how the shade will fade and what you’ll need to do at home to keep it looking its best.

So, What Color Should You Choose?

Before choosing based entirely on a photo you saw online, there are a few things I always recommend considering.

First, think about how big of a change you actually want. Are you looking for something people will immediately notice, or do you simply want your current color to feel richer and fresher?

Then there’s maintenance. Some shades require regular toning, glosses, or root appointments, while others can be created in a way that gives you a softer grow-out. Be realistic about how often you want to come back to the salon.

Most importantly, don’t worry if the exact shade in your inspiration photo isn’t perfect for you. That’s what customization is for!

At Hello Gorgeous Beauty Salon, we can adjust the warmth, depth, placement, and intensity of your color to complement your complexion, natural hair, and personal style. Sometimes even a small adjustment is what takes a color from simply pretty to your perfect shade.

Ready to find your next hair color? Call or text Hello Gorgeous Beauty Salon at (239) 261-3131, or schedule your appointment through our online booking platform.

We can’t wait to help you feel gorgeous!