19 Pretty Hair Colors That Perfectly Complement Dark Skin Tones

So you want to change up your look? After a long year spent largely in the confines of our own homes, it's no wonder so many are finally heading out to the salon in quest of a new, trendy hair color to make them feel fresh again. But, with countless options to select from, picking the perfect shade can be overwhelming.

"Women with darker skin tones tend to have lots of natural warmth in their strands," colorist Amy Mrkulic says. "So you can work with warm or sandy palettes, or go against the grain to give your skin tone contrast and dimension."

And if you've shied away from dyeing your hair because you assumed vibrant colors wouldn't pair well with your darker skin tone, think again. Pastels, grays, platinums, and honey hues all beautifully complement brown and Black skin.

Celebrities like Viola Davis, Tiffany Haddish, Gabrielle Union, and Rihanna are all great examples of women who have boldly experimented with some of the best hair colors for dark skin tones. And according to these beauty experts and master hair colorists, you can too. From light chestnut brown, to honey blonde, bright pink, purple, and oh-so popular silver, these styles will stun.