The 10 Hair Colours That Are Dominating Summer 2020

There’s just something about a new season that makes us want to completely update our look. And while wardrobes typically require a complete seasonal overhaul, a new hair colour can do the job in almost an instant.

Okay, technically it’s a matter of a few hours at the salon (or at home, if you’ve got the skills!), but nevertheless, you get to walk out of there virtually transformed and ready to rock your new shade with all your Best Self Energy.

Summer Hair Colours 2020: The Trending Looks To Try

Thinking of switching it up this summer? ELLE consulted some of Australia’s leading hairdressers for their picks of the top colour trends of the season.

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GOLDEN BLONDE

Paloma Rose Garcia, Owner and Director of Paloma Salon:

“Think sandy hues through to honey blonde. Warmer tones are here to stay! No cool or flat tones. This colour works beautifully with all skin tones and gives your complexion a glow and healthy look.”

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ICED COFFEE BRUNETTE

Joey Scandizzo, Co-Creative Director of ELEVEN Australia

“Summer 2020 is going to be all about iced coffee or mushroom brown cool tones for brunettes. This is going to suit pretty much anyone, because you’re mixing warm and cool colours together. Get the look by asking your stylist to use a mix of shades, ranging from dark blonde to light brown. To keep your locks smokey for longer, I’d recommend using a good product with heat protection. Apply it liberally to freshly washed hair as it will protect against colour fade and sun damage with UVA and UVB filters.”

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PEACHY TITIAN

Renya Xydis, Creative Director and Founder of Valonz and Salon X by Renya Xydis:

“‘Peachy Titian’ hair is a more playful wist on the classic red. Following Pantone’s colour of the year in 2019 ‘Living Coral’, this peach hair trend gives the demand for the pinky-orange tones that everyone has been lusting over. The first step to achieving this look is working with your hairdresser to get your hair light enough to show the peachy tones. Once that is done you can chat to your hairdresser about the exact tone/shade you would like to achieve. For paler skin tones opt for a pastel peach, medium-dark skin tones can pick a peach with more depth.”

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DIPPED BLONDE

Anthony Nader, Salon Owner and Creative Director at RAW Anthony Nader:

“I absolutely adore Kristen’s ’90s-inspired nod to the boy bands. Her very confident, bold, chunky bleached blonde mid-lengths and ends—leaving the roots intentionally dark to show dimension—is a winner if you want to stand out in a crowd. That said, not everyone can carry this off. [For] skin tones that are porcelain and milky, this will work a treat—and the more neutral undertone the better. Now, the positive news about having this latest colour craze is that the upkeep is low. So low, in fact, that you’ll only have to visit your hair colourist approximately every three months.”

**WARM CHOCOLATE**<br><br> **Byron Turnbull, Co-Founder and Director of [Goldie Sydney:](https://goldie.sydney/|target="_blank"|rel="nofollow")**<br><br> "This colour is super long-lasting and great for the summer months when your hair is craving hydration and shine. Adding warmth to a brunette colour will bring out the warmth in your skin, which is perfect as you become more tanned."

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WARM CHOCOLATE

Byron Turnbull, Co-Founder and Director of Goldie Sydney:

“This colour is super long-lasting and great for the summer months when your hair is craving hydration and shine. Adding warmth to a brunette colour will bring out the warmth in your skin, which is perfect as you become more tanned.”

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CREAMY BLONDE

Joey Scandizzo, Co-Creative Director of ELEVEN Australia

“Creamy blondes are set to take over from the ashy platinum shade, which can be a little severe on some skin tones. You want to ask your hairdresser to include lots of buttery, gold and iridescent champagne tones. To get this colour, if your hair is already pre-lightened, [you can] play around with different toners to add some warmth and shimmer to your blonde.”

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WARM REDS

Paloma Rose Garcia, Owner and Director of Paloma Salon:

“From strawberry to copper, we love these shades for anyone with olive-based or warm, creamy skin tones. It’s also a fun option for blondes, who can switch their gloss/toner to something more strawberry-based for a change that washes out!”

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LIVED-IN BRUNETTE

Byron Turnbull, Co-Founder and Director of Goldie Sydney:

“Lived-in brunette with a heavy, bright face-frame is perfect for summer. The hue beautifully compliments warmer skin tones (think: JLo). Ask your hairdresser for brunette highlights with a lighter face frame. I would always suggest a darker root shadow for the perfect grow-out!”

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ROOT SHADOWED BABY LIGHTS

Anthony Nader, Salon Owner and Creative Director at RAW Anthony Nader:

“Who would have thought Miss Brown would venture to the lighter side in real life? But she did and looks incredible. What makes her new blonde hair strands look so ‘believable’ is that the natural, darker roots weren’t touched by the hair colourists paint brush (this is key). You’ll notice finer highlights throughout Millie’s hair, making the overall look more chic, than say, the balayage technique, where colour is just painted on the ends and can appear more boho-inspired. [For this look] ask your hair colourist their thoughts on hazelnut, biscuit, flax, buttery blonde, honey blonde and of cause champagne (all these colours sound delicious, don’t they?). Oh, and another thing, this hair colour isn’t to be ignored with the upkeep either. You’ll need to make your salon visits religiously every eight to 10 weeks.”

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WOODY ROSE PINK

Renya Xydis, Creative Director and Founder of Valonz and Salon X by Renya Xydis:

“In the era of rose gold, woody rose pink gives a touch of colour, without being too bright. This is enough to make a statement in a subtle way. Your transition to this colour will be much easier if your hair is already light. Blondes will have an easy transition to the hue. Have a chat with your hairdresser about what shade of rose pink you want to go for. Wear it with earthy colours like browns, maroons and khakhi, or play it safe and dress in black to let the earth tones stand out.”

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