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Beauty
By Calin Van Paris
Change your hair color, change your life. It may sound like an oversimplification, but sometimes a switch of shade really is all that separates you from an entirely new outlook—even if only aesthetically. “I can see it on my clients’ faces, that moment when they get to shed some of the past and feel like there’s a lightness and bounce in their hair,” says celebrity hairstylist Mara Roszak. “It brings optimism and genuine joy to the new year and all that is to come.”
2023’s statement-making tones are a continuation of an existing palette, a want of rich and warm threaded through with softer (and chillier) options. The fire-and-ice approach to manes feels almost old world, a nod to the sort of hues immortalized in artwork throughout history, reimagined for a modern set. These colors work whether you tend toward Y2K–slash–sci-fi styling or more dreamy, “I just stepped out of a John William Waterhouse painting” notes—and offer extra oomph to every possible cut.
Here, five hair colors that will be everywhere in 2023.
Personalized Platinum
As recently evidenced by Kim Kardashian and her grunge-girl roots, platinum is back. “More is more, and this look is doing the most,” says celeb hairstylist Jenna Perry. The high-maintenance color is something of an answer to the pared-down natural beauty that held some appeal post-pandemic, and, though seemingly specific, is as versatile as they come. Hairstylist Emaly Baum says that in addition to playing well with every skin tone, washes of warm tones allow this chilly trend to find favor with those who have thus far found platinum lengths out of their above-neck realm. “I love that this time around the trend is so customized to the individual,” she adds. “It’s not just white blonde.”
Subtle Cinnamon
If you’re searching for a subtle way to transform your brunette into something a little, well, spicier, cinnamon may be the 2023 hue for you. “This is the most beautiful marriage between red and brunette,” says Perry. “It’s an obscure hair color that makes everyone stop in their tracks.” The color offers a means of incorporating the red hair trend—which has veered from ginger to copper to sunset over the past year—while maintaining the classic merits of a brunette mane. “So many brunettes have natural warm undertones, and I love that this color really leans into that,” says Baum.
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Whether you call it honey-wheat blonde or even baby Bella, sandy beige is slated to lead the lighter side of things in terms of trend. “The beige is perfect for the cooler months when the sky has more gray and cool tones,” says Roszak. Perry, who this month lifted Bella Hadid’s brunette to a sandier shade, agrees. “The color feels virgin and natural,” she says, adding that the aim for Hadid was a dark beige-blonde base with lighter highlights. This ilk of blonde is meant to feel effortless, the ideal balance to the playful excess of the nouveau ’20s beauty and fashion.
Rich Chocolate
Rich is 2023’s primary descriptor, and this goes double for brunettes. Those opting to stay in their brown-mane lane would do well to consider crossing fully into the dark side. Roszak recommends subtle, dimensional highlights—more for shine then anything else—and an overall deepening of the hue. “I love healthy-looking hair, and these rich browns bring that out,” she adds.
Vampy Red
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Consider this the culmination of 2022’s red wave. “This is a fun play on the redhead trend we’ve been seeing,” says Baum. “It’s a deep red-violet tone that is supervampy and not at all natural.” The moody take rounds out the trend in all of its fullness, matching the beauty landscape’s overarching vibe of over-the-top, near-camp glamour. And as with all of the shades on this list, violet red pays homage to the future and the past—it’s all about how you choose to carry off the color.
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Hair Color Trends for 2023
The article discusses five hair colors that are expected to be popular in 2023. Let's explore each of them:
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Personalized Platinum: Platinum hair color is making a comeback. It is a high-maintenance color that offers versatility and can be customized to suit different skin tones. This trend moves away from the traditional white blonde and incorporates warm tones to make it more accessible to a wider range of individuals.
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Subtle Cinnamon: Cinnamon hair color is a beautiful blend of red and brunette. It offers a subtle transformation for brunettes who want to add some spice to their hair. This color embraces the warm undertones that many brunettes naturally have, creating a unique and eye-catching look.
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Beige Blonde: Beige blonde, also known as honey-wheat blonde, is expected to lead the lighter side of hair color trends. This shade is perfect for the cooler months, with its sandy and natural appearance. It aims to create an effortless and balanced look, complementing the beauty and fashion trends of the 2020s.
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Rich Chocolate: Rich brown shades are predicted to be popular among brunettes in 2023. This trend involves deepening the hue of brown hair and adding subtle, dimensional highlights for shine. The goal is to achieve healthy-looking hair with a rich and luxurious appearance.
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Vampy Red: Vampy red is a deep red-violet hair color that adds a touch of glamour and drama. It is a bold and non-natural color choice that rounds out the trend of red hair. This shade aligns with the overall beauty landscape's inclination towards over-the-top and near-camp glamour.
Please note that the information provided is based on this article, and the trends mentioned are specific to 2023. Hair color trends can vary over time, and personal preferences may differ.
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