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It’s hard to believe that 2022 is coming to an end already.
And what a year it’s been!
In 2022 we saw the return of Y2K fashion with low-rise jeans and micro-mini skirts.
And there were so many colorful and expressive makeup looks andhair trendsthat we hope to see more of.
Between blondes, brunettes, auburns, and bold fashion colors, there’s truly something for everyone.
Celebrities like Hailey Bieber have moved away from blonde in favor of golden brown tones like this.
The most popular brown tones will have golden and honey highlights throughout.
The addition of some highs and lows will look glossier than one flat color."
The warm tones also help warm up your skin tone.
Nicola Clarke of John Frieda advised those with naturally paler skin to avoid going too dark.
“But tans always fade, so be careful not to go too dark.”
For the distinct style, the front pieces of hair are bleached lighter than the rest of the hair.
The highlight is usually the lightest and the boldest piece of the hair."
Instead of the heavy bleached pieces, many will be opting for “smudged money pieces.”
This technique blends the money piece more seamlessly into the rest of the hair.
While it still has the same face-framing effect, it’s not as obvious as the chunky highlights.
The great thing about red is how versatile it is.
For brunettes, try a warm red-brown.
It’s a natural brown with red highlights that aren’t too extreme.
“It’s a more toned-down version of the coppery trend.”
Or, if you want an easy transition hair color for blondes, try “auburn spice.”
This color blends warm blondes with some light red tones.
It’s a warm, orangey golden shade perfect for anyone who wants a bright redhead look.
Hairstylist Min Kim toldWomen’s Healththat you’ll be seeing this trend particularly take off in curly hair.
Kim said, “A major curl color trend will be bright and bold copper …
The effortlessly sexy nature of natural curls match perfectly with these warm and striking red colors.”
A great way to brighten up curls and add some definition to your hair is with subtle highlights.
The balayage technique adds more dimension to the curls.
“It is a great way to play with color, texture, and tone,” she said.
“I like to do teased highlights throughout the whole head and really saturate each foil with lightener.
The gold tones are slightly darker, like “toasted caramel.”
It’s also an easy color to transition to from other shades of blonde.
Hairstylist Michelle Schindler toldWomen’s Healththat this is a great color to transition into from bleach blonde.
you’re free to add richer, darker honey and gold tones for a warm blonde.
it’s possible for you to create this trend by adding pops of scarlet over dark brown hair.
Although the pastel colors are eye-catching, they’re difficult to maintain.
But, the short nature of pastel colors may be part of their appeal.
Celebrity Stylist Guy Tang recommended using caramel highlights for anyone wanting to try this trend.
Chunky highlights are a great 90s throwback, but they’re more than just a throwaway trend.
If you have thin hair, the alternating colors can make it look thicker.
It’s similar to contouring your face with make-up.”
But gen z has taken the trend a step further with striped hair transformations trending onTikTok.
The key difference is that striped hair has a more extreme contrast between the light and dark hair pieces.
This look was quite popular in 2021 and 2022 and will likely still be around for a while.
She captioned the post, saying, “everything comes full circle.”
Actress Anya Taylor Joy has worn this beautiful color on red carpets since 2021 (viaVanity Fair).
“It really is a process.”
Stylists recommend root touchups every 4-6 weeks, which can be time-consuming and expensive.
It’s the perfect style for anyone wanting to lighten their hair without worrying about frequent salon visits.
The rich tone also looks natural, sleek, and classic but still has some drama.
Treating this simple brown shade with a gloss is the key to making it look shiny and expensive.
you’ve got the option to also maintain that glossy feel by using an at-home gloss treatment.
Although this dark color is easier for natural brunettes to maintain, anyone can participate in the trend.
It just takes a little extra upkeep for natural blondes to keep the dark tones.
So, what exactly is it?
Mushroom blonde is a cool-toned shade that lands somewhere between blonde and brunette.
Though this mushroom shade is beautiful, cool tones like this are notoriously hard to maintain.
The cool blondes tend to go brassy after a few washes.
