Creamy vanilla and warm beige blondes

The icy, over-toned blonde of recent years is finally loosening its grip. In its place comes a warmer,
creamier blonde that reads softer on the face and richer on camera. Think vanilla, beige and
champagne tones rather than stark platinum.
This shift has already been visible on celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter, whose signature blonde has
become a reference point for modern warmth, and Jennifer Lawrence, who has consistently
favoured beige blondes that flatter without overpowering. According to leading colourists quoted by
Stylist, these tones reflect light back onto the skin, creating a more rested, luminous effect.
These blondes suit warm, olive and neutral undertones particularly well and are ideal for anyone
transitioning from darker roots. The key detail is blending: soft roots, subtle lowlights and a finish
that feels grown-in rather than freshly striped.

Almond butter swirl brunettes

For those not ready to go blonde, almond butter swirl has emerged as one of the most requested shades in salons. It’s a caramel-leaning brunette lifted with soft highlights that add movement and warmth without obvious contrast. 

Colourists describe it as a way to brighten brown hair without stripping its depth. The appeal lies in how wearable it is: it catches light, looks healthy, and avoids the harsh maintenance cycles of traditional highlights. This shade works particularly well on natural brunettes who want dimension but still want their hair to feel effortless. The defining feature here is shine. Without gloss and condition, almond tones can fall flat. With it, they read expensive. 

Molten chocolate and espresso browns

Deep brunettes are having a quiet renaissance. Instead of flat, inky black or muddy browns, 2026 is all about molten chocolate, mocha and espresso tones that feel glossy and intentional. This “quiet luxury” shade has been seen repeatedly on celebrities who treat brunette as a signature rather than a phase. From Kaia Gerber’s espresso lengths to Kerry Washington’s rich, warm base. Colour experts note that these tones photograph beautifully because they absorb and reflect light evenly, creating a satin-like finish. These shades suit a wide range of skin tones but are especially flattering for those who wear warm metals or neutral wardrobes. The trick is restraint: minimal highlight placement and a strong emphasis on glossing treatments to maintain reflectivity. 

Onyx brunette

Onyx brunette takes darkness one step further, but with precision. This isn’t simply going darker – it’s about depth, cool-plum undertones and mirror-like shine. Experts describe onyx as a high-impact colour that relies heavily on condition and finish. When done well, it looks sleek, modern and almost liquid. When neglected, it can appear heavy. That’s why stylists stress maintenance through glosses rather than repeated dyeing. This shade suits cool and neutral undertones particularly well and pairs effortlessly with monochrome wardrobes. It’s dramatic without being theatrical — a colour that communicates confidence through restraint. 

Bropper: brunette infused with copper

Copper isn’t disappearing, but it is evolving. In 2026, it shows up subtly, woven into brunette bases rather than worn as a statement shade. Known as “bropper”, this tone blends warm copper undertones into brown hair, creating a glow that appears only when light hits it. Colourists see this as an entry point for those curious about red tones but wary of commitment. It works especially well on warmer skin tones and complements neutral, earthy wardrobes. The effect is richness rather than redness. 

Milk chocolate brown

Sometimes a trend announces itself through a single, well-timed transformation. When Sofía Vergara debuted her milk chocolate brown hair, it felt less like reinvention and more like refinement. The shade – largely single-toned with subtle warmth – instantly looked healthier, softer and more polished. Milk chocolate brown has since become a reference for anyone wanting to reset their colour after years of highlights. It suits medium to deep complexions particularly well and offers a low-maintenance route back to shine and cohesion. 

Why these colours feel right now

Across all these shades, the through-line is clarity. Hair colour in 2026 is not about chasing novelty but about enhancing what already exists. Softer transitions, warmer undertones and high-shine finishes reflect a broader aesthetic shift toward intention and longevity. 

Words by Fabiana Gutierrez

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Each transformation offers a whole new look:

Coke Cherry

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Coke Cherry elicits a rich and luxurious red, creating a hair colour ranging from a deep dark shade of blood red to shiny crimson with hints of magenta peeking through. 

Coke Lemon

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Coke Lemon gives the ultimate bright and sunny yellow, from Warhol’s Marilyn pop-art yellow, to the subtle shade of homemade lemonade – don’t shy away from those yellow tones that the beach blonde brigade has taught you to fear!

Coke Zero Sugar

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Coke Zero Sugar will bring you a rich brunette with warm tones of red and gold, perfect for that more neutral or subtle change

Coke Vanilla

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Coke Vanilla will bring that perfect medium between buttery and icy blonde, with a combination of warm and cool tones to achieve that perfect ‘Legally Blonde’ look. 

The salon is extremely honoured to be hosting the Flavour Parlour event, with the salon director and founder Sophia Hilton stating that: “We’re so excited to be hosting the Coca-Cola Flavour Parlour at our salon. We’re all about allowing people to show their true colours and express themselves to the fullest, thanks to cutting edge hairstyles and colour.  Whether you choose to go for a Dua Lipa inspired Coke Cherry up-do, never out of fashion bleached blonde or brunette, or even something more eye catching with the bright yellow offering, we know people are going to love their new style, just in time for summer!”

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You will be able to book your free appointment by emailing cocacola@notanother.com between 6^th – 8^th June 2024. Once you’ve emailed, Not Another Salon – located at 188 Brick Lane, London, E1 6SA – will be in touch to confirm appointments, patch tests, and consultations regarding your colour choice.

Sophia Hilton also provided her thoughts on hair trends and predicts the direction in which hair trends will go from this summer. She gave six predictions, the first being the continuation of cherry red hair we’ve seen become popular since Dua Lipa’s red hair reveal in October 2023. She states: “It’s bold, but it’s so beautiful. Cherry red is going to be the colour for those looking to push their trend limits and make a statement this summer.”

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Goth girl blonde will also make a return this summer. Picture a warm toned blonde with a grungy, dark root – think Angelina Jolie in Girl, Interrupted. If the fully gothic-girl blonde look isn’t something you’re after, Hilton looks to Kim Kardashian and her pastel pink grungy bob from April 2024 for inspiration. Just 24 hours after debuting her new platinum hair, Kim shows up to Instagram with her new pink look, displaying the versatility and temporariness of pale hair colours. 2024/5 will be the time for changing your hair, whether it be permanently or only for a weekend. 

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For those of us only looking for a partial change, hair panelling may be the next trend for you. Think of Christina Aguilera circa 2010. Panelling works with adding in blocks of colour to your natural hair or changing up to two new colours – it’s up to you!

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Sophia Hilton also highlights that there is a strong gravitation to pulling away from trends and fashion, stating that “With inclusivity and diversity ever more prevalent in the way in which people express themselves and their look, we’ve noticed a strong trend towards people saying ‘no’ to fashion. Not Another Salon have always been advocates of this, where we encourage people only to express who they are on the inside, regardless of what is on trend.” Although there is a general trend in hair, we encourage you to choose what makes you feel happy – not what makes you feel like you’re fitting in.”

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Hair is a remarkable part of human biology, showcasing yet another beautiful way that all human beings are unique. From person to person hair can vary in colour, texture, thickness, shape and natural condition, making discovering the perfect salon for your hair specific needs a difficult and at times expensive endeavour. You dream of a friendly environment, comfortable leather seats and luxurious hot drinks in the waiting area, you dream of a patient and understanding salon extraordinaire with diverse experience and ability, you dream of a high-life hair experience without the extortionate price tag and lacklustre results. You want long lasting high quality hair treatment. You want Rush hair. A prominent player in the hairdressing-game, spanning over the last two decades.

Rush Hair can fulfil your every beauty desire with a network of talented stylists in charming locations across central London, including Kings Cross, Kentish Town, Covent Garden, Hampstead, and Kensington. Whether you’re a man or a woman, Rush Hair offers a comprehensive range of services, from expert hair colouring and cutting to extensions and rejuvenating treatments. Their skilled stylists are always at the forefront of fashion-forward hairstyles and trending colours.

What sets Rush Hair apart is its commitment to making quality hair care accessible and thrilling. They regularly run special events and promotions, making their fantastic services even more enticing.

For those preparing for the upcoming party season, Rush Hair has some fantastic deals. From Monday to Friday, they offer a generous 30% off on colour services for first-time bookings, making it the perfect time to revamp your look for the new year. On Tuesdays, you can get 50% off hair colouring when you book a cut and finish. For further details and special codes, visit the Rush Hair website to stay informed about the latest offerings and happenings at London’s go-to destination for all your hair wants, needs and dreams.

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When you think of hair trendsetters, who springs to mind – Ariana Grande? Jourdan Dunn? Kim Kardashian-West? Well, change is afoot this summer as an unlikely hero is cropping up for hair inspo – the Disney villain, Cruella De Vil. Her infamous two-toned hairstyle has a new breath of life thanks to Disney’s live-action prequel film – coming to our screens later this month – that follows the young villain’s life showcasing exactly why she is so terrifying (and chic).

So instead of going down the traditional summer hairdo route of soft waves or a pixie cut, why take a more avant-garde approach. It doesn’t have to be the sharp-shaped bob with the impact fringe Cruella loves per se, this new trend is more wearable. The top half of your hair should be black and the bottom platinum blonde – see picture below.

Not only will it look incredible when the wind blows and flicks your hair up, but it looks cool in an updo. Brushed into a ponytail exactly where the two lines meet will give you that two-toned goddess feeling that is perfect for the incoming summer weather. Selena Gomez recently rocked a similar platinum blond look with her signature brown locks juuuuust showing underneath. If she rates it, then it’s cool enough for us too.

If we’ve managed to convince you to jump on the bandwagon, execute this hairstyle with caution. Do not (I repeat, DO NOT) try this at home; there are just so many factors that could go wrong. Instead, find a trusted salon. Speaking to Tyla, a hairstylist from Palmer Fisher London said:

“For anyone looking to achieve this look, especially in darker colour variations like black and white, you need to find the right hairdresser, preferably a colour expert who isn’t afraid of a challenge. It is also important to remember that you need to have the right base to achieve such bold colours which can be a lengthy process.”

And if black and white isn’t your bag, there are hundreds of other different variations. How about pastel pinks? Or channel your inner Billie Eilish with green and black? Modernize the look however you want, but keep it grungy.

We’re into it. May we suggest Ursula from The Little Mermaid next?

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Unleash your inner home-hair-colourist with BLEACH LONDON’s ultimate guide to colouring your hair at home.

Hair-wise, there are two types of people in the world. Those who would only consider a colour change under the reassuring conditions and safety blanket of a Hair Salon’s roof. And the fearless, brave home hair dye-ers. Myself? Partially due to my impulsiveness, and partially due to my habit of always thinking I know best- I fall into the latter category.

Upon deciding one morning that there was no way I could possibly live another day with the hair colour I was born with and that I’d lived with for 14 years, by lunchtime, me and my best friend were stood in the home-hair-dye isle of Superdrug. And low and behold, by dinner time, I was sneaking around the back of my house. Drawstrings of my hood tied suffocatingly tight in an effort to conceal the patchy brown, white and weirdly luminous orange travesty that was hiding underneath- in a self-less effort not to give my mother a heart attack.

From this point to the present day has given me 9 years of home-dye expertise under my belt. Giving me the knowledge, that this hideous, mottled disaster was inevitable with the £3 ‘20 vol’ bleach kit my friend smothered over my head with no particular method.

With age, comes wisdom, and if I fancy a colour change now, I am a little less inclined to run to Superdrug, pick up the cheapest dye I see and get my friend to slap it on my scalp. Nevertheless, (clearly) I’m no stranger to my home salon- AKA the bathroom. If you try to look on the bright side of isolation, we currently don’t even have the worry of having to fix any disasters before having to go into the office.

There has literally never been a better time to experiment with your hair.

But what about those of you out there who are now in the irritating predicament of craving a colour change but are stuck in isolation without having ever braved a home hair dye in your life? In these times where the salon seems like a distant memory, Voir has teamed up with the elite of home hair dying- Bleach London. To give you the confidence to dare to be different and unleash the home-hair colourist we know you all have in you!

“Colouring your hair at home is much easier than you think and we’ve developed a new digital salon appointment feature, the ‘Bleach London Hair Party’ series, on our website to make dying, maintaining and caring for your hair at home foolproof.

If you head to chat.bleachlondon.com, you’ll have a virtual consultation to talk about your current hair condition and colour, and the final look you want to achieve. From there, we’ll put together a ‘Party Pack’ of all the products you need to create your hair colour. Order these online, stay home and we’ll deliver your pack and send a link to join the Hair Party.

You’ll be joined by one of our Bleach London Colour Experts by a video call, who will talk you through each stage of the process from the comfort of your own bathroom. They’ll give you all the tips you need and answer any questions you have along the way.”

1. How would you recommend to dye your Pink / Blue/ pastel at home and avoid a disaster?

“To create pastel hair, your base needs to be bleached as light as possible or the colour won’t show. Use our Plex Bleach Kit to lift the hair to a very light, creamy yellow. You want to achieve a similar colour to the inside of a banana skin.

“Then, to neutralise any brassy or yellow tones, use our White Toner Kit to colour correct and create a blank canvas. If you apply pastel pink to a yellow-toned blonde, it will create a warm peachy colour, or if you dye your hair blue before toning the brassy tones out, it will create a green hue.

“Follow with your pastel colour of choice, and use our virtual consultation tool to figure out which colours and maintenance products you’ll need. For pastel pink use our Pinkcess Party Pack or for pastel peach use our Juicy Party Pack. Our Violet Femme Party Pack is great for a pastel lavender look or if you want a more subtle lilac, our Pearlescent-ville Party Pack creates a really soft, opalescent effect.”

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2. Do you have any tips on how to highlight your hair at home?

“I’d suggest trying balayage at home rather than highlights as it’s not quite as fiddly. Balayage is less meticulous and uses a freehand painting technique which looks really natural and grows out beautifully without having to maintain your roots.

Use our Plex Bleach Kit to lift your hair to your desired level of blonde while minimising damage. You might need a friend to help out with the application, especially around the back of the hair, but if not set up two mirrors so you have full visibility. We have a balayage guide on YouTube here – the steps are as follows:

● Step 1 – Prepare dry hair by brushing and sectioning into thirds: one large section at the bottom of your hair from the top of the ears down to the nape of your neck, then two on top of the head, from the ears up and parted in the middle.

● Step 2 – Work through each third at a time, starting from the bottom. Use a tint brush to weave through the hair and create smaller, thin sections. Gently backcomb to secure the weave before applying the bleach. This prevents the bleach applying in a thick block and creating a chunky effect.

● Step 3 – Use a tint brush and your hands to ‘smoosh’ the bleach into the weaved section and softly smooth it up to meet where the backcombed hair sits.

● Step 4 – Place the bleached section into a piece of tin foil to separate from the hair you don’t want to lighten, folding the edges to secure.

● Step 5 – Continue with the same sectioning pattern until the back is complete.

● Step 6 – Carry on with the front sections, this time taking the bleach slightly higher up on the pieces around the face for a framing effect.

● Step 7 – Develop for up to 45 minutes, checking the progress every 10 minutes. Once it is ready, rinse thoroughly, shampoo, condition and towel dry.

● Step 8 – tone and colour as desired”

3. Any tips on shampoos to use to maintain the colour?

“You can prolong your colour using our Toning Shampoo and Conditioners for a 5 minute, in shower top-up. If you need to boost a vibrant colour, you can make your own colour toner by mixing your Super Cool Colour in with a conditioner and wearing the mixture like a mask for 5-10 minutes. Keeping the hair nourished also helps prolong colour, as healthy hair holds on to the pigment better than dry hair. Use a rich mask to keep the hair hydrated, my favourite is our sell-out Reincarnation Mask (£15) for an intensely moisturising treatment once a week.”

4. Are there any other products/ tools we need to dye our hair at home other than the box dye?

“If you purchase a Bleach Party Pack through chat.bleachlondon.com you’ll receive our reusable Eco-Conut Mixing bowl and brush. I’d also recommend having an old t-shirt or towel to hand to avoid staining your favourite clothes, and a shower cap to wear whilst the bleach or dye processes. If you don’t have a shower cap, cling film works perfectly too. If you’re creating a bleach bit or balayage and need to keep sections of hair separate from the bleach, you cause strips of kitchen foil.”

All quotes by Alex Brownsell, co-founder and creative director of Bleach London. www.bleachlondon.com

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Words by Ella Winfield

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