"Vintage Brunette" Is the Cozy Shade to Try This Fall
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The low-maintenance shade is having a moment.
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When looking for hair inspiration, it never fails to look to the past. That explains why classic looks keep coming back time and again, from Audrey Hepburn bangs to Sophia Lauren’s updo. Somehow, these styles always look fresh, no matter how many decades ago they first hit the scene.
The latest hair throwback is vintage brunette. Wondering exactly what that means? “Vintage brunette is an extremely natural shade of brown,” explains Emaly Baum, colorist and founder of Beauty Supply salon. “It has an almost matte look to it. Lots of cool undertones but less blue undertones and more yellow green undertones. There’s almost a '50s vibe to it.”
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The Trend
When a look is easy peasy to nail, that instantly gives it a head start in a popularity contest. “I think this specific shade is trending because it’s the opposite of the high-maintenance warm buttery blondes and coppers we’ve been seeing,” Baum says. “It’s a fun switch that has a natural vibe but still provides a dramatic change.”
Like many hair trends these days, Baum credits its spark to people desperately wanting to go back to their hair color routines after not being able to get their hair done for months on end during Covid, then the backlash to too much salon time. “I think now people are ready to be a little more low maintenance again,” she says. “For months I’ve been transitioning my clients away from highlights so it makes sense that this more monochromatic look is trending.”
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Another reason for the shade's popularity? “I think this tone can look good on anyone,” Baum says. “It’s less about skin tone and more about personal style. This tone is certainly easier for people who already have brown hair to begin with.”
One of the major perks of vintage brunette hair is how easy it. According to Baum, depending on where you’re starting from, this tone can be achieved and maintained with a simple gloss. “It’s really gentle on the hair and causes little to no damage,” she says. “Plus, it’s a super quick appointment! You’re not spending hours at the salon.”
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However, blondes may want to proceed with caution. “If you’re a blonde who loves being blonde but you want to try something new I would probably sway you to something else,” Baum says. “If you don’t have patience when it comes to transitioning back to a lighter tone I wouldn’t do this.”
How to Get Vintage Brunette Hair
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As always, being on the same page as your colorist is key, and that starts with bringing inspiration pictures to your appointment. “This way you and your colorist are on the same page,” Baum says. “Ask for cool tones but make sure you’re not asking for ashy blue or violet tones that will make the color too dark. The yellow green still provides some light reflection.”
To maintain vintage brunette hair, always use a color safe shampoo and conditioner. Baum adds, “If you love this look, I’d recommend booking a gloss every eight to 10 weeks to maintain it.”
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