Cherry Blonde Is The Playful Hair Colour Taking Over AW24
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The sweetest shade of the season
Craving something a little different from the norm? When browns, blondes and reds don’t cut it, think pink. Cherry blonde hair is set to be the next big hair colour – and we have all the details.
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What Is Cherry Blonde?
‘Cherry blonde is an enchanting mix of blonde and red-copper tones with a warm pink base, creating a vibrant yet soft, fruity hue,’ explains Jason Collier, stylist and Key Opinion Leader at Jerome Russell’s Bblonde. ‘It’s the perfect combination of bold and understated, blending the intensity of deep reds with the brightness of blonde. It mimics the look of diluted cherry juice, with ginger and pink hues that add a fresh twist to traditional autumn hair colours.’
It’s this fruity flavour that sets the colour apart. ‘Unlike your usual shades like platinum, ash or honey blonde, cherry blonde introduces warmer tones with a hint of red and pink,’ confirms Jason. ‘While platinum or cool blondes are icy and sharp, cherry blonde is more playful. The subtle infusion of ginger and rosy tones adds warmth and richness, making it a more dimensional and flattering colour.’
And with autumn on the way, it’s the perfect way to subtly pull on the season’s signature shades. As Jason notes: ‘Cherry blonde blends the boldness of last year’s deep reds with a more wearable, softer hue. As people seek cosier, warmer looks for autumn, cherry blonde offers a fresh update without the upkeep of brighter shades. It’s a warm, welcoming colour that feels in sync with the season and provides a nice transition from summer.’
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Who Suits This Colour?
Since this is a colour with no specific shade, stylists can tailor the cherry blonde trend to suit a wide range of skin tones. ‘It’s highly adaptable,’ adds Jason. ‘For lighter complexions, the soft pink and ginger hues add a lovely warmth. For darker skin tones, the red and copper elements provide a rich, flattering contrast. The key is customising the depth of the tones to harmonise with your individual complexion.’
How To Ask For Cherry Blonde Hair In The Salon?
‘When visiting the salon, I would suggest asking for a dimensional pinkish-copper hue with warm undertones,’ advises Jason. ‘Bringing reference photos will also help communicate your vision clearly to the stylist. If you want a subtler effect, you can also request balayage or soft highlights to weave the cherry tones throughout your natural colour, creating a lower-maintenance look.’
How To Recreate Cherry Blonde Hair At Home
If you have light-toned or blonde hair, then you can definitely try the look at home. Jason recommends using a pink toner, which will help to nourish and condition the hair while colouring it.
How To Maintain The Colour
‘Maintaining cherry blonde is all about preserving its vibrancy,’ begins Jason. ‘I would advise using a colour-safe shampoo, which helps keep the cherry tones fresh while neutralising any unwanted brassiness. Additionally, regular gloss treatments every four to six weeks will help maintain the colour’s richness and shine.’
How To Style Cherry Blonde Hair
While styling your new cherry blonde locks is up to you and your preferences, there are a few things you do to really help the colour shine. ‘With cherry blonde, embrace the softness of the colour with loose waves or sleek, polished looks,’ suggests Jason. ‘For extra shine and to make the cherry undertones pop, use a lightweight shine spray or serum. The key is to let the richness of the colour be the focal point, so keeping the styling simple and elegant works best.’
What Next?
And what can we expect from this pink-hued blonde going forward? ‘Cherry blonde will continue to evolve with more customised variations,’ forecasts Jason. ‘We’ll likely see balayage techniques and subtle cherry highlights becoming popular, allowing people to incorporate the colour in a more understated way. This flexibility makes cherry blonde accessible and low-maintenance, which ensures its staying power into future seasons. Expect to see more creative interpretations, from pastel cherry tones to deeper red blends, as the trend gains momentum.’
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