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Just like our fashion choices and our manicure inspirations, hair colors have seasonal shifts, too. This fall we are leaning into deeper, cozy hues like maroon. There’s something about the dark shade of red that transports you into the new season. Like clockwork, popularity in this hair shade arrives every year, along with viral Gilmore Girl clips and pumpkin-flavored drinks. Maroon has all the fire and gravity of red hair, with slightly less commitment. The shade can also be plopped right on top of summer highlights to ease you into your natural color.
Even celebrities like Zendaya, Crystal Reed, and Rihanna have turned to this dark red to mark the beginning of a new era. So as we begin to lean into the fall season, opt for this versatile hair color that is perfect for the transitional time. Still don’t believe us? Below, we found 15 ways to sport the shade.
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Black Raspberry
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The end of summer marks the beginning of sew-in season! Experiment with reddish hues by picking out extensions in this gorgeous black raspberry hue. Add a bang for a low-maintenance look that styles itself.
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Chopped and Bruised
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A swoop cut craves color. The shape creates so many opportunities to play with new shades of red while keeping your base natural. We love the way this bright maroon elevates the rest of the look. The silvers of color will eventually fade off and make everything feel rooted.
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Sweet Sangria
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Infuse some energy into your look with red ringlets. Go lighter on the ends to let the deeper shades stand out. Top off the look with shine mist to keep things nice and supple.
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Berry Bliss
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Take your lob to the next level with a shiny burgundy hue. Ask your stylist for a custom color so that different shades can stand out. We love the way this shade offers so much dimension to the strands.
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Criss Cross Crimson
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Protective styles aren’t just for summer. Stitch cornrows can be a great transitional style headed into the fall season. They require a slightly longer salon visit but they’re a bit more visually interesting than regular straight backs. Plus, the added color, as seen above, adds even more seasonal flare.
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Plum Perfection
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Plum hair is one of the most vibrant ways to test out maroon hair for the first time. A color this deep demands attention and the cool tones keep it contemporary and fresh. We especially love how the color makes any style pop, like these loose curls.
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Pinot Noir Princess
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Long hair creates an even bigger canvas to explore with color. Instead of fully committing to one hue, start with strategic highlights to test out the aesthetic. There’s plenty of room in the layers for all of the shifts in the color to pop out.
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Jammed Up
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Layering maroon strands along the bottom of your hair is a low-risk way to rock color. Hide a few streaks underneath the majority of your hair and allow them to peek through on your terms. You can go for a radical purple-ish brown or the more traditional maroon.
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For The Love Of Oxblood
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Between the color, the style, and the shine, this style is a showstopper. To recreate it on your own, stick to a consistent shade of maroon for more of a powerful impact. Then style your hair in layers of large waves and top it with a clear glaze to maintain the supermodel shine.
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Braised Brick
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Step away from the sun-kissed variations and dive into the deepest of maroons. This shade looks wonderful on wispy curls. Tapering the bottom of your cut closely will let the red pop.
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Love Lies Bleeding
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Not interested in going bold? The key to making maroon hair look effortless is keeping the roots your natural color. Start adding dye on the mid-lengths through the ends. This allows the color to blend out and pick up the new hue without obscuring your natural beauty.
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Merlot Mood
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The trendy ombre hair color meets a colorful twist. Fade a darker wine shade into a plucky purplish rose for an energetic yet romantic vibe. It’s the perfect combination of soft beauty and loud flavor.
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Cardinal Sunset
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No one said maroon had to be the only color on your hair. Make a splash with a rainbow full of fall hues, such as burnt orange and golden yellow. This fantasy hairstyle will draw all the attention your way.
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Muddy Maroon
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Inky brown hair creates a dreamy base for these soft burgundy highlights. The result is a perfectly moody, yet sophisticated, color that feels ideal for cooler months.
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Blackberry Mist
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Turn to the unexpected by embracing cool undertones. This blackberry-inspired color says fall without being too obvious. To add extra dimension and variety to the look, keep the strands slightly lighter in the front and dark in the back.
