A new year means new beginnings. For some people, this could look like an organization, new habits or perhaps a new hair colour. “The trends right now are very reflective of what is happening in the world and peoples lives”, according to Co-founder and Lead Colorist at Color Space, Lupe Voss.
Hair colour trends for 2021 are leaning one of two ways: either very low-key for less maintenance or the complete opposite with people looking to experiment with energetic shades for a sense of optimism. Whichever direction you are feeling, Lupe Voss breaks down the biggest hair colour trends for this year.
Image Credit: Chrissy Teigen – https://www.instagram.com/p/CI6b3bzhEeY/
Lived-in colour like Chrissy Teigen:
For consumers looking for a low-maintenance look with added dimension, natural-looking colour with high contrast levels will be in high demand. Moving away from platinum and towards darker blondes to help prolong the time between salon visits.
Image Credit: Jennifer Lopez – https://www.instagram.com/p/B9lcz7zJZ6O/
Bold highlighting like Jennifer Lopez:
A nod to the 90’s and longing for the feeling of nostalgia – bold highlights in bold primary or natural hues are about to make a huge comeback.
Image Credit: Anya Taylor-Joy – https://www.instagram.com/p/CH3NJdJJq_p/
Rouge like Anya Taylor-Joy:
Already on the up in 2020 and further inspired by Queen’s Gambit – red shades continue to take centre stage in 2021. From natural auburn to brilliant punchy copper finishes, light coppers with a yellow reflection will provide a sleek and sophisticated look.
Image Credit: Ciara – https://www.instagram.com/p/CHnkNdJHmvs/
Energetic shades like Ciara and Billie Eilish:
With salons closed, everyone has the experimental bug. Fashion colours from brilliant, to smokey and electric – everything goes and the bolder, the better!
Image Credit: Billie Eilish – https://www.instagram.com/p/CHbMdbdlT9X/