Dirty blonde hair is a medium blonde hair color with hints of darker tones. It’s definitely a popular trend right now! Most women will think about lightening up their hair around the Spring and into Summer, but honestly, it’s a gorgeous look any time of the year! I admit, this look does appear more amazing on women with darker skin, as it’s the perfect suntan with beachy hair look. Whether you have naturally darker hair and looking to lighten it up or you have very light hair and want to darken it up, you can achieve your look with either the balayage or foil coloring technique. So rather than getting a super light platinum blonde or a buttery golden blonde, give yourself a dirtier color with one of these inspiring photos below.
Golden Dirty Blonde
Instagram @beautybyshaylin
This features a contrasting darker ash and lighter honey yet seamlessly melted together that gives you that California beach babe vibes. It’s a softer and warmer version that looks sexy on a blunt cut medium-length straight hair.
Dirty Platinum Blonde
Instagram @tressesbytress
A fantastic metallic shade that suits warm to neutral complexion – this color illuminates your look when under the light. Perfect for all types and length of hair, whether it be a pixie or this simple straight medium hair.
Beachy Blonde Balayage
Instagram @beautyby_brittanyjean
A dark to light boho ombre like this is what everyone’s wanting right now. Absolutely beautiful and easy to style!
Dirty Ash Blonde on Shoulder Length Hair
Instagram @mackenziejaymes_
Feel like a beach goddess with this medium length cut with smokey roots and subtle balayage that looks perfect on straight layered hair, This one’s also a perfect choice for thin fine hair.
Brunette Medium Length Hair with Honey Highlights
Instagram @brianalea_stylist
Add depth and dimension to your hair for a healthier look with these warm caramel streaks! It’s wonderfully vibrant when combined with dark hair because of the contrast and dimension it brings.
Dirty Bleach Blonde
Instagram @leannaslovelylocks
A really cool white-as-snow shade like this can bring out the pink in your skin and enhance your eyes, especially if you have blue or grey ones. Ideal for wavy lobs and layered cuts.
Light Dirty Blonde
Instagram @shannonathairoboston
Go brighter than bright with this champagne version that looks undeniably pretty on any skin tone. Throw in some babylights and waves for a soft luscious result.
Icy Blonde on Brown Curly Hair
Instagram @analis_devacurl
An easy way to add spice to your natural brunette curls – adding warm and light highlights can revive and freshen up your look!