39 Ombre Hairstyles That Will Inspire Your Next Hair Color Appointment (2024)

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The ombré hair trend shows no signs of slowing down — and there are very few rules involved. The term "ombré means from dark to light," says Joel Warren owner of The Salon Project, and "the look is darker roots with lighter ends of the hair." Since there's minimal root regrowth, it's one of the easiest styles to maintain.

If you're looking for a low-maintenance new look that only requires one salon visit, an ombré style is perfect for you (psst: Balayage is a technique used to create these lightened ends!). Bookmark one of these gorgeous ideas to take to your next salon appointment!

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Mostly Blonde Ombré

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Get the party started more quickly by keeping just the first few inches of your roots dark, then heading into a honey blonde shade, like Margot Robbie.

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Piecey Platinum Ombré

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Take a page out of Kristen Stewart's book and add a shock of platinum to brown roots. This creates a messy, punk-rock effect.

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Caramel Ombré

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Yes, even the former first lady herself has dabbled in ombré locks! Michelle Obama's ombré fades to a copper, then to a honey-toned dark blonde at the tips.

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Gentle Shades of Brown

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Soft ombré, or "sombré," shades makes your hair look more dynamic, yet it's still subtle enough that the maintenance is minimal. Hillary Swank has mastered the sombré.

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Slow Fade

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Ask your stylist to make your ombré super transitional, like Natalie Morales. This hair goes from deep brown to honey hues seamlessly, with tons of depth in between.

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Rose Ribbons

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Want to mix up your color, but don't want to commit to a full vivid? Try asking your stylist to paint soft rose streaks into your ends, like Debby Ryan.

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Glossy Waves

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Growing out a long bob? Add some lighter shades to the bottom to keep your cut from looking "blah" like Kelly Price did here.

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Golden Streaks

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For the ultimate sun-kissed waves, throw in honey-gold highlights, beginning around your temples. Tousle your hair like Dakota Johnson for beachy vibes

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A fun take on the colombré trend, this green and black style is great for trendsetters like Billie Eilish. Unlike many ombré styles, the brightest color begins at the roots before fading to black, making this style unique.

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Buttery Blonde Ombré

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Add some dimension to your blonde by fading your hair from deep amber to a bright blonde. Add a few face-framing babylights like Hillary Duff to make it look even more natural,

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Barely- There Ombré

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This ombré look is so subtle, you may not even notice it, but it adds flare and warmth to Padma Lakshmi's whole look.

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Full Transition

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From dark brown to a pale platinum, this dramatic ombré is not for the faint of heart. Wear it sleek like Mariah Carey to truly show off the transformation.

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Auburn Ends

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An ombré like Jessica Szohr's is perfect for anyone with dark hair. Ask your stylist to blend auburn tips into dark hair.

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Delicate Golden Ombré

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While super subtle, this ombré is a great way to amp up a simple sleek bob. With lighter shades starting around eye-level, it beautifully accentuates the cheekbones. Add a statement headband like Jessica Alba for en even higher impact.

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Rosy Blonde

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Julia Roberts updated to her typical blonde hair. She kept it the same at the top, but her gold roots eventually become strands with a glimmer of rose gold. It's bold and unique, but subtle enough for any atmosphere, occasion, or age.

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Dimensional Ombré Lob

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Subtle streaks starting just above the eyes add movement to a simple lob. These warm ribbons light up Selena Gomez's whole face.

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Blended Bob

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Warm, all-over honey shades keep this bob's ombré effect a little more subtle. By keeping the roots dark, Naomi Watts makes it a low-maintenance, high-impact look.

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Mocha Tips

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Strokes of subtle color weave into Regina Hall's undone, beachy waves. Her dark base ultimately transitions into a warm mocha hue.

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A Hint at the Ends

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Mandy Moore has the perfect ombré for anyone who's nervous about making a big change — just a little seamlessly transitioned lightness on the last inch or so creates that gorgeous ombré look without bleaching most of the hair.

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Fade to Blonde

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Tammy Rivera's almost-floor-length hair goes from dark brown at the root to blonde. From start to finish, there are at least three classic hair colors, making it fun and dramatic.

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