The 11 Best Hair Color Ideas for Winter 2019

Greige blonde, cold brew brown, icy platinum—you can't go wrong with these trending shades.

By Halie Lesavage and Lindy Segal, Harper's Bazaar

It’s tempting to latch on to the familiar during the colder months: the same cozy sweater dresses and boots, the tried-and-true quick-dry morning hair routine, the never-ending Netflix queue of reruns and reboots. But when it comes to your winter hair color, we suggest trying out something out of the ordinary. From icy cool blonde to golden-black brunette, our favorite new hair colors can liven up anyone’s look when the rest of the world is looking grey. Trust us: The colors that thrive in the winter months are unexpectedly bold and universally flattering. Get ready to screenshot the best winter hair color ideas of 2019 for your next salon appointment, ahead. 

 

01.

Greige Blonde

This ultra-flattering warm blonde, seen on the likes of Gigi Hadid, is “an ashy golden beige,” according to Stephanie Brown, Master Colorist at IGK Salon Soho in New York City.

Amanda Seyfried’s blonde also skews into greige territory. “It’s a lower maintenance color, which is also why it’ll be popular,” Brown predicts.



02.

Pop of Color

Billie Eilish’s signature look may be daring, but that doesn’t mean it won’t be trending. “I think people will like to play around with a version of this look by starting out with platinum hair, dying the roots one color, and leaving the ends either platinum or dying it another,” predicts Brown. “Pastel colors would be ideal for this look,” she adds.

“If you have short hair, try a bold teal green all over like Cynthia Erivo,” Brown recommends for an equally on-trend effect. 

03.

Golden-Black Brunette

“For brunettes with almost black hair, like Lizzo or Shay Mitchell, look for an almost gold undertone for the hair,” Brown suggests. “It should almost be like gold flecks are reflecting off of it.”

“Warmer hair is more flattering for most skin tones as it brightens up the face,” explains Brown. However, she cautions against adding red to the mix. “It might read more eggplant or purple, which we want to avoid,” she says. 

 

04.

Mulled Wine 

 Take red hair a few notches warmer for winter with a dusky crimson shade. Zendaya's shade has hints of chardonnay red with onyx and auburn accents for dimension.

Classic braids like Rihanna's feel a touch more modern when dyed a spicy red tint. 

 

05.

Blended Balayage

If you're stuck between blonde and brunette, get the best of both worlds with a soft fade from dark roots to blonde hair. To brighten your look on dark winter days, frame your face with blonde pieces like Margot Robbie.

For a little extra drama in your winter look, take notes on Miley Cyrus's hair color. Hers gradually fades from ashy brown to light blonde, but her bangs emphasize the contrast between her roots and her ends (in a good way). "It’s almost like Nirvana Blonde but it’s not as dramatic,” Brown explains. 

06.

Icy Silver

Go for a new silver hue with slightly darker roots to become the ice queen you've always wanted to be, like Cardi B.

Already blonde or platinum blonde? Try an icy hue like Cara Delevingne's for winter. Bonus: The rigorous upkeep means more time spent indoors at a warm and cozy hair salon. 

07. 

Dark Cold Brew

Gemma Chan's slight mix of neutral and light tones makes a warm cold brew shade perfect for winter.

Joan Small's auburn highlights are an easy way to add dimension to darker hair. Pro tip: Protect those highlights with an at-home conditioning treatment. 

08.

Inky Black

You don't need to dye your hair purple to make a dramatic statement this winter. Long, black hair like Kim Kardashian's stands out, yet looks natural with all skin tones.

Want to make sure your inky black shade stays dark through the cold, dry months like Camila Mendes? Use a conditioner that will lock in color to prevent premature fading. 

 

09.

Honey Blonde

Dark honey blonde on top mixed with lighter highlighted strands make for the ultimate beachy, sun-kissed vibe à la Blake Lively...even when it's snowing.

Bella Hadid lightened her signature brown hair to a honey blonde shade earlier this year—so expect Instagram to follow suit. 

10.

Red Hot

Red hair is one of the easiest to achieve for both light and dark hair—and it adds energy to your beauty routine year-round. To keep red hair vibrant as Emma Stone's, make sure you treat it with a hair glaze.

Amy Adams's glossy auburn is exactly what your winter hair Pinterest was missing. Why? Her red is vibrant, yet not brassy.

11.

Bright Blonde

Kylie Jenner gives us new hair color inspiration at least once a month. Her platinum blonde look styled slicked back in a sleek bun makes us want to dye our hair the same color ASAP.

Sophie Turner turns to a deep conditioning mask to keep her platinum-blonde hair from looking fried or over-processed. With the right arsenal of products, you don't have to sacrifice healthy when going ultra-blonde.