Beautiful, dark brown hair can be stunningly beautiful, shiny and rich. Although dark brown has a ton of depth on its own, adding a pop of color with subtle or even bold highlights can turn your one dimensional brunette hair into a multi-dimensional masterpiece. Check out these fabulous ideas for dark brown hair with highlights and get color inspired!
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#1 Spiced Caramel Ombre
Written by Shannel Mariano
Lightening your ends to a warmer hue that is a few shades lighter is a great way to enhance dark brown hair.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color will look and work best on warm skin tones with medium texture hair.
Tip:
The ends of the hair are the oldest part of the hair. They’ve been exposed to physical, environmental, thermal and chemical damage. If you are planning to get an ombre, which focuses on lightening the ends, make sure your ends are in good shape. Expect to get at least a trim afterwards.
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#2 Rooty Highlights
Written by Shannel Mariano
This hair color is darker on top, but has ribbons of light copper from the mids to the ends, giving it stunning vertical dimension.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color will look and work best on light and warm skin tones with medium texture hair.
Tip:
Colors with red in it, including orange, tend to fade fast. Use shampoos that specialize in making your hair color last longer, not just a “color-safe” one.
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#3 High Contrast
Written by Shannel Mariano
We love these really light, just slightly golden highlights peeking out from underneath.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Anything high contrast won’t have a natural look and will give more of a trendy look. Based on the tone, this will look best on warm skin tones. As for hair type, it will have to be on really healthy, virgin, medium-textured hair.
Tip:
If your hair colorist doesn’t think your hair can handle being lightened this much, you can always get some blonde extensions.
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#4 Blue Ombre
Written by Shannel Mariano
This hair color starts out dark, then seamlessly blends into a mermaid blue color.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color will look and work best on cool skin tones with hair that is prelightened or virgin with medium texture.
Tip:
To achieve this blue, hair will have to bleached to a really light color. If it lightens to orange, it will look muddy when you put the blue over it. If it is still too yellow, it could turn green if you put blue over it. Because of this, it is important to make sure that the hair can handle being lightened to a very light level.
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#5 Warm Sombre
Written by Shannel Mariano
This dark hair color seamlessly and very softly blends into a warm copper hue.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color looks and works best on medium warm skin tones with hair that is medium in texture.
Tip:
There are shampoos are not only color-safe, but also add color to your hair as you use them. Check out Viral Shampoo by Celeb Luxury. They have shampoos that are red, blue, pink, lavender, bright violet, etc.
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#6 Pop Accents
Written by Shannel Mariano
These long red-orange highlights come out from underneath short dark layers, giving the overall look a pop of brightness.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Warm skin tones with hair that is medium in texture will suit and work well with this hair color.
Tip:
Having highlights hidden underneath shorter layers allows the highlights to be seen without having to worry about upkeep, since any regrowth that will happen will be hidden.
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#7 Beach Babe Highlights
Written by Shannel Mariano
These beautiful highlights appear so natural! They look like a shimmer on her hair instead of looking chunky or striped.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color looks best on medium to dark warm skin tones with hair that is medium in texture.
Tip:
Choosing highlights that are no more than two to three shades lighter than your base color will give you a beautifully natural look. It will simply look like you got awesome highlights from sunbathing at the beach!
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#8 Rocker Red
Written by Shannel Mariano
These beautiful red highlights give this short edgy haircut even more fabulous texture.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color looks best on warm skin tones with hair that is medium in texture.
Tip:
Everyone can wear red! Reds that have orange in them look best on warm skin tones. Reds that have blue in them look best on cool skin tones.
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#9 Gun Metal Gray
Written by Shannel Mariano
This dark metallic gray color makes this haircut look extra stylish and on trend without being too loud.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color looks best on cool skin tones with hair that is medium in texture.
Tip:
This shade of gray may seem dark, but you’d have to get the hair really light first. Because of this, you’ll have to make sure that your hair is healthy enough to endure the lightening process. This color is also very high maintenance. Gray fades really quickly. When considering this color, make sure that you have the time to maintain it, the budget to get it recolored, and also the budget to get professional hair products that will help make the color last and keep your hair healthy.
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#10 Red Ribbon Highlights
Written by Shannel Mariano
These red highlights look like ribbons of color coming out of nowhere. You don’t really see where they start, and the result is absolutely stunning.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This hair color looks best on cool skin tones with hair that is medium in texture.
Tip:
Good color isn’t cheap, so it is important to get professional products to maintain them. A friend of mine compared it to getting a Vera Wang dress. You wouldn’t wash a Vera Wang with dollar store detergent. So if you spent a lot on your hair color, wouldn’t you want to take care of it and make it last?
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#11 Half up Blonde Up
Written by Sarah Nitz
Textured blonde highlights in rich dark brown hair help to give this look an extra kick.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Light to medium skin tones that look great in warmer colors rock these blonde highlights, while hair that is long and thick is the best base to create this style.
Tip:
Want to achieve this fun texture? Dust off your crimping iron! Use it on completely dry hair in the root and midshaft area. Be sure to not crimp down all the way as you just want to give the hair some soft texture.
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#12 Ruby Ends
Written by Sarah Nitz
Rich ruby red ends brighten up this dark look, taking it to an entirely different level.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Dark to medium skin tones that look fabulous in reds, violets, and plums wear this color fabulously. Hair that is healthy and beyond your shoulders provides the length needed to achieve this color effect.
Tip:
Bringing pictures for your stylist is a great way to make sure that you are both on the same page with your color. This helps them to choose the right color and style for you.
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#13 Red Glow
Written by Sarah Nitz
Adding soft red ombre’ highlights through the ends of your hair is a more subtle way to add a interest and pop of color to your dark brown hair.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Light to medium skin tones that tend to gravitate towards wearing warm reds, oranges and greens wear this color well. Hair that is starting at a dark brown with healthy ends takes lightening and coloring red best.
Tip:
Keeping red bright can sometimes be a challenge. Washing your hair less and using a dry shampoo in between helps. There are also great color enhancing conditioners like Pravana’s Color Enhancers.
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#14 A Little Goes a Long Way
Written by Sarah Nitz
Added caramel highlights gives this sharp cut a little extra definition and texture.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Light to medium skin tones that look great in plum, navy and emerald greens look amazing wearing this color too. Hair that is straight in texture and naturally medium to dark brown is the best base for this color and cut.
Tip:
Keeping a small amount of brown to lay over your new highlights keeps upkeep a breeze. Ask your stylist if this will work with your next color.
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#15 Peek-a-Blue
Written by Sarah Nitz
Bright blue highlights peaking out of dark brown hair is both eye catching and intriguing.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Light, cool skin tones look best with this bright blue pop of color. Hair that is starting at a natural dark brown and straight makes styling this haircut easiest.
Tip:
Getting a bright blue involves a lot of lightening of your hair. If you want to skip the lightening, ask your stylist about extensions. There are lots of options for more permanent or clip-in extensions and the bonus is that you could have an array of different colors on hand!
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#16 Creative Caramels
Written by Sarah Nitz
Different shades of caramels woven through dark brown hair gives you not only a lighter look, but a bolder one too!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Light to medium skin tones that look great in warm browns, reds and oranges wear this color well. Hair that is starting at a dark chocolate brown is a great base for this warm highlighted look.
Tip:
Lightening dark hair can sometimes leave it dry. Ask your stylist for a recommendation for a deep conditioner to use weekly. My favorite is Pravana’s 60 Sec treatment.
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#17 Slight Lighting
Written by Sarah Nitz
You don’t always have to go big with highlights to make a difference in your color. Adding babylights of a soft light brown gives major impact.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Light to medium skin tones that look great in reds (of course!), oranges and greens look fabulous in this soft color. Hair that is dark brown naturally or colored is a perfect starting point to achieving this look.
Tip:
Going slow when changing your hair color is a good idea. This could very well be a starting point in your journey to being a lighter shade. Talk to your stylist about all the beautiful colors you can create in between your lightening sessions.
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#18 Head Over Heels For Hidden Highlights
Written by Carly Bowers
These highlights are hidden, but gently pop through to add the perfect touch of dimension.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This look is absolutely magical if you have a warm brown color all over and want to add a bit of a lighter, warm toned brown. An added bonus — this look is incredibly low maintenance! If you have cool toned skin and need to add a little brightness around your face, this look is for you.
A short, layered haircut like the one shown here is absolutely divine for this color combo. It will show off those peek-a-boo highlights perfectly. If you like the style shown here, grab your medium-sized round brush and smooth out your locks while blow drying.
Tip:
This look is especially great if you are a dark haired beauty and are looking to go lighter over time. A few peek-a-boo highlights are a great way to start adding lightness without overdoing it all at once.
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#19 Totally On Top
Written by Carly Bowers
Add some caramel to the top of your dark brown hair to bring brightness around your face.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Here’s a look that’s a bit bold without stepping too far into the really “out there” color category. Although the highlight pattern shown here is bold and daring, the dimension added is in the brunette family, so it works well and isn’t too constrast-y!
Depending on the current health and color of your hair, this color could be a bit difficult to achieve. Be sure to consult your stylist on what is possible for your specific hair. If you like the style shown here, use your medium-sized round brush to smooth your hair while blow drying.
Tip:
A look like this will be especially great on short hair. The color blocking will look more dramatic and bold! The color right around your face will also frame it well.
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#20 Ombré Perfection
Written by Carly Bowers
One of the biggest trends as of late is the low maintenance and stunningly natural ombré! It allows for plenty of dimension and doesn’t force you to be a slave to your roots. Perfection!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
As I mentioned above, this style is absolute perfection for someone who wants to add lightness around their face, but doesn’t necessarily want to be a slave to their roots every six to eight weeks. A gradual, natural looking ombré which goes from dark to honey toned ends is the perfect complement to any skin tone.
Multi tonal colors such as this one span virtually the whole color scale, so they bring brightness and sheen and mesh well with all complexions. If you like the look shown here, use your 1¼-inch curling iron. Short-haired beauties, fear not! This look works well for short hair also.
Tip:
If you have dark hair that you have been coloring dark, keep in mind that getting your ends as light as you want them could be a bit of a process. Lifting old color out of hair is a slow process that must be done gradually to protect the integrity of your hair.
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#21 Simply Seamless
Written by Carly Bowers
Here’s an even softer and more subtle take on the ombré…talk about natural and blended!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This is a great “transitional phase” option if you are hoping to eventually add a good amount of lightness to your dark brown hair, but don’t want to do it all at once. Start by gradually adding in some lighter pieces, but keeping them very natural and blended.
The warm caramel tones shown above are a perfect complement to dark brown hair. Long, medium or short hair of any texture will be an ideal canvas for this look. If you like the look shown here, use your 1¼-inch curling iron to curl hair in sections.
Tip:
Keeping the tone of your hair looking great is always important. Be sure you’re using a color protecting shampoo and conditioner, and a hair mask if needed!
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#22 Completely Crimson
Written by Carly Bowers
Adding some warm, copper and red tones to dark brown hair can create the perfect bit of contrast and dimension to an otherwise flat and drab brown.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Adding red and copper tones to your dark brown hair can turn it into an auburn masterpiece! If you have natural, never been colored hair, this look will be much easier for your stylist to create. It is possible to create on previously colored hair, it may just take multiple processes, so be patient with your stylist! If you have blue or green eyes these tones will create a stunning contrast and really make them pop. The look shown here was created using a curling iron.
Tip:
Reds and coppers are really tough to maintain, so be sure you’re aware of the maintenance required before you commit to these colors. They fade quickly so frequent salon visits will be necessary.
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#23 Caramel Crush
Written by Carly Bowers
By adding in some bold, warm toned highlights, this dark brown color comes to life with plenty of dimension and sheen!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This stunning mix of dark brown and honey tones is truly one of the most versatile options out there. It has depth and can work for those with a cooler skin tone, as well as those with a warm skin tone. The look shown here is also very low maintenance.
By keeping the highlights only a few levels lighter than the all over dark brown color AND by keeping them away from the roots, this style will let you avoid being a slave to your roots! Long or short hair can easily pull this look off. If you like the look seen here, use your large barrel curling iron to curl sections of hair.
Tip:
Some face framing layers or a side swept bang would be a great way to showcase this color even more!
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#24 Ravishing in Red
Written by Carly Bowers
Adding red can be stunning and quite complementary to brunette hair. Keep in mind though, the maintenance is major, so red isn’t for everyone!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
If you have a medium complexion with warm or cool tones, this look could be right for you! Keep in mind that red color is NOT low maintenance. To keep this red looking vibrant you will need to make frequent visits to the salon. Red fades quickly and can become a completely different color in a matter of weeks.
However, there are plenty of ways to prevent your color from fading, so be sure to talk to your stylist about how to keep your red looking ravishing! Depending on your current hair color, getting to a bright red like this could be a slow process and if not done by a professional and could be very damaging.
If you like the look seen here, use a round brush to smooth out your hair while blow drying. Add a bit of shine spray or serum to the ends for extra sheen.
Tip:
If you aren’t ready to fully take the plunge into some red pops here and there, try a few extensions first! Clip in extensions are a fun way to experiment with color without having to fully commit to it.
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#25 The Face Framing Feature
Written by Carly Bowers
I am absolutely crazy about this style. It’s subtle, but can make your whole look seem much brighter!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
As I mentioned above, this look is perfection for those who want to tweak their style just a bit, but don’t want to add a huge maintenance routine into their life. The soft, warm tones around the face are sure to complement nearly any skin tone, and they will definitely make light eyes pop a bit more.
You may even find that you are able to wear less bronzer and blush because these stunning highlights will add so much warmth to your look! A long or short style will work for this one. If you like the look seen here, use a flat paddle brush to blow dry your hair and then use your flat iron to get it even smoother and straighter.
Tip:
Here’s another look that’s perfect if you’re looking to eventually get to lighter hair. By adding just a few highlights at a time, you will protect your hair and be able to keep it healthy while reaching your color goals!
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#26 Completely Copper
Written by Carly Bowers
This deep coppery-red tone adds so much interest and dimension to dark hair!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Deep warmth is defined here with these stunning pops of copper and red. As I have mentioned before about both copper and red colors, they fade very quickly and can require a lot of maintenance. Be sure to consult your stylist on what the upkeep will be before you commit to going more red.
Nevertheless, red can really spice up an otherwise drab looking brown! It will add spice and edginess to your color, which is always a plus. Healthy hair is key here. If your hair is over-processed and damaged, the red will likely look washed out and not as bright. If you like the look seen here, use a medium-sized round brush to smooth out your locks while blow drying.
Tip:
If you have long hair, it might be fun to do a red toned ombré! Keeping the red just at the ends is a fun alternative to what is shown here.
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#27 Totally Two Toned
Written by Carly Bowers
Here’s a more dramatic look for those who really want to make a statement.
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
This style is perfectly suited for brunettes who want to make a statement and add a bit of drama to their hair! If you have a darker, warmer complexion, give this look a try. If your skin tone is too cool, these highlights may make you appear “washed out”. These highlights draw attention to bangs and the layers around your face. If you like the look shown here, use a one-inch curling iron to curl sections of hair, then use a teasing comb to add volume at the roots.
Tip:
This style will likely be a bit high maintenance as the dramatic highlights will grow in and cause visible roots. Be sure to discuss the maintenance schedule with your stylist before you color your hair!
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#28 Absolutely Auburn
Written by Carly Bowers
Here is another reddish-toned brunette that we are totally swooning over!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
These über warm tones bring the perfect pop of color to a dark brunette. They are especially stunning on a short haired gal like the one pictured above. Once again, do keep in mind that red is a particularly high maintenance color and it tends to fade quicker than other colors.
Green or blue eyes will really pop next to this red. If you like the look shown here, use a round brush to smooth out your hair while you blow dry, then apply a texture cream to the ends.
Tip:
If you have red in your hair, it’s always a good idea to stock up on a shampoo that’s specifically designed for keeping red color looking fresh and bright. Tressa makes a great one.
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#29 Red Hot in Red
Written by Carly Bowers
Here is another red and dark brown combo that’s both eye catching AND low maintenance!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
Here’s a way to add in plenty of color and not have to be a slave to your roots. However, keep in mind that red does tend to fade. These highlights are placed strategically so that they aren’t right on your part, but hidden a bit below it, thus creating no visible regrowth when your natural color starts to grow in.
These auburn highlights will flatter those with a warmer skin tone. If you like the look shown here, use your round brush while blow drying to get plenty of volume at the roots and smoothness on the rest of your hair!
Tip:
A cool feature of a color job like this is that when you switch your part, the color will look different! Depending on where your hairstylist places the pops of red, they will likely change their boldness depending on where you part your hair. Parted on the right they may be front and center, while parted on the left, they could be hidden and less obvious.
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#30 Eye Popping Purple
Written by Carly Bowers
If you’re not opposed to a bright, vibrant pop of color on your brown hair, this look is perfect for you!
Best Skin Tone and Hair Type:
A bright, bold pop of color can make your dark hair edgier and funkier. It’s a great way to set yourself apart from others and stand out! Depending on your skin tone and the color of your brunette hair, a variety of bright colors could work for you. If you like the look shown here, ask your stylist to keep the color only in the front around your face. Smooth your hair with a round brush and flat iron to get the hairstyle pictured above.
Tip:
Once again, bright colors such as this are very quick to fade. Within a couple washes you will likely notice the color already looking less bright. Be sure to talk to your stylist about how often you will have to visit the salon to maintain a look like this.
Subtle or bright, bold highlights on dark brown hair are a fun way to change up your style a bit. Whether it be a small change or a drastic re-vamp, be sure to consult your stylist and take their personal opinion into consideration. They likely have a lot of experience and know what’s best for you and your hair. Happy highlighting!
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