Dye another day: summer hair colours for brunettes
Summer hair colours should reflect the season – life affirming and unapologetically fun. The go-to seasonal change for many clients is to go lighter and brighter, but if you have dark hair, blonder shades may feel too extreme or not suit your skin tone. However, there’s a wealth of hair colours to explore that lean into your hair’s tones – just with added warmth to add to your natural vibe.
Reboot your hair health
Winter is not kind to hair, it strips natural oils exacerbating split ends, making it feel dry and look brittle. Before any hair colour is applied, have a good trim to bring back that shine, bounce and brilliance. Even a small trim has the capacity to make a dramatic difference, not only is vitality restored but it significantly impacts how the colour takes and how it reflects light – the foundations for spectacular hair.
Summer hair colour trends for dark hair
If you’ve got naturally dark hair, summer is your season to shine. Rich, dimensional tones complement deeper bases beautifully, without compromising the natural depth that gives your dark hair its natural luxurious appeal. When you come for an appointment at Friends and Co city hair salon in Christchurch, our talented team of hair colourists will help you explore and discover the best hair colour to complement your eye colour, skin tone, and your unique style.
Balayage brilliance
A soft balayage in Christchurch is always a popular choice. Loved for its versatility and capacity to add warmth and dimensions without risk of the harsh lines of regrowth from traditional foils. Balayage on dark hair creates a blended look through its hand-painted application, giving a natural, lived-in effortless glow. Balayage ranges from the subtle and warm of caramel and chocolate tones to the bolder shades of copper and auburn.
Espresso glow
For brunettes craving a gentle enrichment to their hair colour, an espresso glow is subtle yet high impact. By weaving in golden or bronze highlights through the mid-lengths and ends, you achieve a natural but elevated look that flatters every skin tone. This understated elegance makes it a favourite at top hairdressers in Christchurch city.
Cinnamon and spiced rum tones
Warm, spicy hues like cinnamon, bronze, and spiced rum are trending for 2025. These warm tones create movement and radiance in darker shades – simple yet enduringly elegant. They’re ideal for brunettes wanting to add some spice to their hair colour.
Soft black
Soft black is a grounding hue – not quite black and not simply brunette, it’s the ideal for brunettes whose red tones are activated by the summer sun and for those who prefer a cool, modern edge. Sophisticated, chic, and devastatingly cool.
Maintaining hair colour for salon-perfect results
How to keep hair colour fresh over summer is the million-dollar question. Be kind to your hair: use SPF hair products and hair salon quality care products designed for coloured hair – click here to learn more about summer hair care.
Friends and Co: celebrating dark hair every season
Are you ready to introduce some fire and spice to your dark hair, reaffirm your position as queen of sophistication or perhaps add some playful tones to your hair?
Friends and Co’s creative team of colourists and hair stylists are ready to help you step into summer with confidence and shine. Offering personalised hair advice, you can discover the best hair colour to truly make you look and feel fabulous. We make it easy to freshen your look fresh without the wait. Our salon offers flexible payment options with Afterpay, so you can enjoy your new style now and pay later. With convenient late-night appointments and the ability to book your hair appointment online, maintaining beautiful, healthy hair has never been simpler.
Ready for a refresh? Book online or call 03 371 9297 to schedule your visit today.
