Summer Hair Colour Ideas
As the warmer weather arrives, a lot of people fancy a fresh hair colour to suit the season — something brighter, warmer, or just a change. Whether you want something bold or subtle, summer is a lovely time to refresh your colour. Here are some summer colour ideas from the team at Wisteria Avenue in Abingdon, and how to think about which might suit you.
Golden blonde
Blonde is a perennial summer favourite, and warm, golden shades in particular capture that sun-kissed feel. Rather than a cool, icy blonde, golden tones bring warmth and glow — and they tend to be especially flattering on medium to darker skin tones. It’s a classic for a reason.
Caramel highlights
If you’re not ready to commit to an all-over change, caramel highlights are a lovely halfway option. They add warmth and dimension — particularly beautiful on brunette hair — without the upkeep of a full colour. A gentle way to lift your look for summer.
Copper and red
Copper is a bold, striking summer choice, and gorgeous paired with loose, beachy waves. One honest note: red and copper tones are the fastest-fading of the natural shades, so they do need a little more upkeep to stay vibrant. That’s not a reason to avoid them — just worth knowing going in. Our post on why red colour fades explains it.
Chocolate brown
For something warm but understated, a rich chocolate brown is a beautiful summer shade. It suits a wide range of skin tones, looks glossy and healthy, and is relatively low-maintenance — a great choice if you want depth and warmth without anything dramatic.
Dusty pastels
If you’d like to experiment, dusty pastels — soft lavender, dusty rose, muted blue — are a fun, fashion-forward option. They’re a gentler take on bold colour. Worth knowing: pastels and creative colours show best on lighter hair, so darker hair usually needs lightening first, and they fade faster than natural shades. A consultation is the place to talk through what’s realistic.
Choosing the right shade for you
The “best” summer colour is the one that suits you — your skin tone, your natural colour, your hair’s condition, and how much upkeep fits your life. A shade that looks wonderful on someone else won’t automatically be right for you. The honest way to choose is a consultation, where a colourist can look at your hair and recommend something you’ll genuinely love.
Book a colour appointment in Abingdon
If you fancy a fresh colour for summer, come and talk to us. Book in for a free, no-obligation colour consultation, and have a look at our price list to see what’s involved.
