30 Fresh Hair Colors to Try This Spring (2024)

“I am seeing and doing a lot of gorgeous, luscious reds,” says Cunningham. “Red truly is so versatile on most women.” Red tends to fade easily, so try using the Redken Acidic Color Gloss Activated Glass Gloss Treatment to keep it vivid.

Cunningham predicts that bold blonde will have a moment this year. Opt for a head-turning statement shade, like Anya Taylor-Joy’s buttery bright blonde.

Apricot blonde is an easy way to try a more muted take on the classic strawberry blonde, and it’s set to be one of the biggest hair colors of the season. Instead of an overall red tint, apricot blonde adds warmth while still squarely falling into the blonde category. "It’s a fun and sexy yet natural looking color," says celebrity hair colorist and Olaplex Global Brand Ambassador Jenna Perry.

Though apricot blonde will have a moment, strawberry blonde isn’t going anywhere this season. Deep red has been having a moment, but if you want to lighten it up for spring, strawberry blonde is a playful way to do that. “It’s a lighter, flirtier version of the deeper reds we’ve been seeing in the cold winter months,” says Perry.

A hint of burgundy on dark hair adds just the right amount of intrigue. It’s also an incredibly easy and low-commitment hair color to try. Mix in a product like IGK’s Color Depositing Mask to get the look at home.

Perry says that rich, espresso-toned brunette will continue to trend this spring. “It gives off a sophisticated and classy vibe,” she explains. Ask for a rich brunette shade with dimension to achieve hair like Lori Harvey.

Thanks to celebrities like Hailey Bieber, brunette tones have been majorly trending recently. Cunningham says that bold brunette, like Bieber’s chocolate brown shade, will continue trending into the warmer months.

A few years ago, cool tones reigned. Now, warmer hair is having a bit of a renaissance. No matter what color you want to go, you can warm it up for spring. “Ask your colorist for warmth in the color formulas,” says Perry.

Opting for low-maintenance, ultra-natural hair colors has never been more popular. If you want a blonde shade with minimal upkeep this spring, try a neutral, mushroom blonde shade like Taylor Swift’s. The color is the perfect in-between shade.

If you’re looking for a deeper shade of brunette, an espresso shade is always a good idea. Copy Zendaya’s latest hair color by asking for a neutral-toned deep brown.

In years past, it was seen as a faux pas to let your highlights grow out. Now, however, grown-out highlights are the perfect way to achieve lived-in, casual, cool hair. For the best results, opt for balayage in the salon—that way your highlights will grow out in a more natural-looking way, like Sydney Sweeney’s.

If you love the idea of trying strawberry blonde but you don’t want to commit to going blonde, auburn is the perfect compromise. This reddish-brown color is universally flattering and will fade less quickly than a lighter shade.

Margot Robbie proves that money pieces will give you the ultimate laid-back blonde. Asking for bright pieces at the front will frame your face and bring out your features.

Caramel hair is one of the best ways to try the warm tones that Perry says will be in this spring. Ask for warm, light brown highlights to channel Rihanna’s latest hair color.

Sofia Richie Grainge proves that there is, in fact, a way to make ombré hair look cool in 2024. For the most natural-looking balayage like Richie Grainge, ask for balayage highlights that get deeper as they get closer to the root.

“Cowboy copper,” one of 2023’s hottest color trends, is still going strong into 2024. Copper hair is a fun way to try a reddish shade without committing to vivid red.

If you’re typically an icy blonde but you want to get in on spring’s warm color trends, a barely-there peach blonde is the way to do it. Ask your colorist for a subtle peach-toned gloss over platinum hair.

Classic highlights never go out of style. Ask for full, neutral-toned blonde highlights for an ultra-sophisticated, polished look.

If you want the most natural-looking, sun-spun highlights, opt for honey-toned babylights. This natural-looking color will add warmth to your features.