10 Winter Hair Colour Trends 2025

Winter 2025 is shaping up to be a season defined by rich, luxurious colour and a renewed emphasis on individuality – unsurprising, given the rise of the ‘cool girl aesthetic’ and the ‘90s revival that have championed self-expression across social media and runways alike all year long.

Here’s our roundup of the 10 hair colour trends defining the colder months ahead as outlined by Cloud Nine’s Group Education Manager, Marie Nieuwoudt, to help you discover vibrant, on-trend shades that will carry you beautifully through the season.

Winter hair colours for brunettes

The rich, warm brunette

Effortlessly stylish, low‑maintenance, and perfectly paired with the colder season’s cosy, layered neutrals, warm brunettes flatter medium‑toned, warm, or neutral complexions by enhancing their natural glow.

“Rich, warm brown bases with caramel, cinnamon, or blended accents, such as a balayage or root, offer a gorgeously natural look that melts from the root to tip, rather than a stark contrast”, Marie says, making this colour a perfect fit for those looking for low-maintenance way to keep their colour feeling fresher for longer.

‘Gourmand Brown’

Brown is getting a refreshed spotlight this winter. Recently promoting what they call ‘Gourmand Browns’, L’Oréal Professionnel’s shade of the season finds its inspiration in delectable, sweet treats like caramel, cinnamon, and chocolate. These indulgent tones bring warmth and dimension to the hair, making them a gorgeous choice for those looking to elevate their natural brunette locks for the party season.

“The global obsession with cocoa and coffee-inspired shades continues to seep into the list of hair colour trends this winter. These rich, indulgent tones bring a luxurious depth to hair colour, echoing the runway’s love of warmth, sophistication, and modernity”, Marie tells us.

Winter hair colours for blondes

Chilled blonde

Transitioning from your summer to winter blonde can be tricky to navigate with so many hair colour ideas out there, especially if you’re not wanting to go too ashy or cool. However, a chilled blonde offers the ideal alternative.

“Blondes are having a real moment of reinvention this season. Blends of warmth and ash not only feel modern and elegant but are also perfect for seamless grey transitions”, Marie says.

Check out our grey hair guide for more details on caring for your hair and hair colour ideas for if you’re wanting to make a transition.

Bronde fusion

Brondes are always a gorgeous choice for the wintertime, blending the warmth of brunette shades with lighter gold tones to create a beautiful and soft transition that stuns with little effort.

“This shade is ideal for anyone wanting a winter blonde that stays true to their bright locks, while softening it into a natural, lived-in look that’s low maintenance”, Marie says.

For an extra wow factor, style your bronde locks in soft waves using a curved straightener to draw attention to your stunning blend of colour.

Dark nude blonde

It wouldn’t be a hair colour trend roundup without noting a dark blonde. With 2025 seeing a return to more natural colour palettes, especially with the rise of the ‘clean girl aesthetic’ that shines a light on understated beauty, this is one of our go-to winter hair colours this year.

A cool-neutral, luminous shade that avoids brassiness, it’s a subtle, dimensional, and sophisticated choice for all skin tones and eye colours. For a faux-blowout or natural waves that are equally as delicate looking as this shade, opt for a wide plate hair straightener.

Winter hair colours for red heads

Cherry cola red

From Dua Lipa to Olivia Cook, cherry cola is having a huge moment this winter. With burgundy and purple undertones that can be adapted to suit all skin tones, this is a gorgeous choice for those looking for something a little different this season.

To recreate gorgeous curls like those below, start by nourishing the hair with Magical Quick Dry Potion and Magical Remedy before styling with the Cloud Nine Curling Wand.

Jewel-toned red

Red jewel tones have dominated this autumn and continue to rank high on our list of favourite new hair colour ideas. For those with naturally darker hair, these shades work gorgeously and offer a fun, festive, and temporary switch up from muted brunette shades.

To create deep, luscious waves like those below, opt for a curved straightener or wide plate hair straightener and read our guide to create big, bouncy waves.

Fiery red

If you’re thinking of going red or amplifying your existing red locks, you’re in luck – fiery reds are here for the foreseeable. From vibrant coppers to intense mahoganies and violet-toned reds, there are so many shades to choose from to take your locks to the next level this winter.

“The great thing about a fiery red shade is its versatility. You can be as bold or as subtle as you like, with this vibrant hue working beautifully in partial colour treatments, highlights, lowlights, or slices”, Marie shares.

For styles as eye-catching as this showstopping colour, opt for a styling iron that can do it all. The Contouring Original Iron is the perfect choice for straightening, waving, and curling while maintaining the health and longevity of your coloured hair.

Experimental winter hair colours

Vibrant colour blocking

Bold coloured hair is back – just in time for the party season. Whether you’re looking for winter hair colour ideas that are bold and daring or simple but fun, colour blocking techniques offer a standout way of adding bright electric colours to the hair’s panels and under-layers.

A half-up-half-down look is our go-to for amplifying these gorgeous colour dimensions. Read our hairstyling guide for the ways you can switch up this timeless style.

“When styling coloured hair, Revive Mode® is an essential. Delivering 8,000 harmonic vibrations per minute, this intelligent technology – found only within Cloud Nine straighteners – helps to transfer heat evenly, meaning your vibrant hair will look brighter for longer while avoiding any unnecessary stripping.”

Futuristic platinum

Platinum hair has also made a comeback this winter, with Wella Professionals forecasting on how AI-inspired light manipulation will guide colour trends going forward. This look, with icy blonde with lilac undertones, offers a luminous edge for those looking for something truly striking.

Suited to fair and medium skin tones, this colour shines brightest styled sleek and glossy. To achieve this from root to tip, opt for Sericite®-infused styling plates, found within all Cloud Nine straighteners.

Our top tips for maintaining coloured hair

Here’s Marie’s roundup of expert tips for preserving your new coloured hair all season long:

Turn on Revive Mode® when straightening, curling, or waving your hair - this promotes even heat transference that prevents colour stripping.
Dial down the heat on your styling tool – take the Cloud Nine Temperature Calculator to find out which heat you should be styling at based on your hair type, length, and colour.
Change your haircare routine to fit the season - see our top tips for steps to prevent seasonal shedding that can weaken your strands and dim your hair’s natural shine.
Ask your stylist for a personalised colour placement – they can advise the best colour for you based on factors like your eye colour and personal style.

So, that’s our roundup of our top winter hair colour trends 2025.

Are you sporting any of these hair colour ideas this winter? If so, we’d love to see your looks. Share your looks with us on TikTok, Instagram or Facebook for a chance to be featured in our next hairstyle roundup.