What’s Trending in Hair Colour for 2026
Every year brings new colour trends, but 2026 is proving to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. The shift is away from extreme, high-maintenance looks toward rich, dimensional colours that look effortlessly beautiful.
We spoke with Senior Stylists across the platform to identify the five biggest colour trends of the year.
1. Warm Copper and Auburn
Copper has been building momentum for several seasons, and in 2026 it’s fully arrived. From subtle auburn highlights to full copper transformations, warm tones are everywhere.
Best for: Medium to warm skin tones with green, hazel, or brown eyes. Works beautifully on natural brunettes who want a dramatic but wearable change.
2. Expensive Brunette
This trend is all about dimension — subtle highlights and lowlights woven through rich brown tones to create depth and movement. It looks like naturally perfect hair, enhanced.
Best for: Anyone who wants low-maintenance luxury. Grows out beautifully and needs touch-ups only every 3–4 months.
3. Soft Ash Blonde
The brassy blonde era is over. 2026 is all about cool, ashy tones that feel modern and polished. Think Nordic blonde — pale, cool, and deliberately understated.
Best for: Fair to medium skin tones with cool undertones. Requires a skilled colourist to avoid brassiness.
4. Cherry Cola
A deep, rich red-brown hybrid that catches the light with warmth. Cherry cola adds vibrancy to dark hair without the commitment of a full red.
Best for: Darker skin tones and those who want colour impact without a drastic change. Beautiful on straight and curly hair alike.
5. Mushroom Brown
A cool, ashy brown that sits between brunette and grey. It’s sophisticated, modern, and surprisingly flattering across a range of skin tones.
Best for: Those embracing their natural grey or looking for a modern, editorial colour that requires minimal upkeep.
Not Sure Which Trend Is Right for You?
Choosing a hair colour is one of the most personal decisions you can make — and it’s hard to know from photos alone whether a trend will suit you. Connect with a Senior Stylist for personalised colour advice based on your skin tone, hair history, and lifestyle.