44 Blonde Hair Inspo Images To Take To The Salon

Although I’ve always been a brunette, as soon as the sun makes an appearance and the temperature soars, I’m always tempted to go lighter. I usually opt for balayage or highlights to give my summer hair colour some dimension, but each summer I feel a jolt of excitement of going just a little bit blonder. In fact, hairdressers and hair colourists often tell me that once you dabble with blonde, you never look back. However, choosing the right shade of blonde can be an overwhelming decision. So, we enlisted the help of Jordanna Cobella, Creative Director of Cobella Salon and Wella Professionals Craft Expert, to talk us through blonde hair–and I’ve saved the best blonde hair colours that I’ve found to provide some salon inspiration.

“When choosing the right shade of blonde, it’s important to consider your skin tone, its undertone, and also your eye colour,” says Cobella. “For people with cooler skin tones, ashier, cool-toned blonde shades suit them best. For warm skin tones, I recommend a golden, honey-toned shades.”It’s also important to consider the maintenance that comes with going blonde. Depending on your hair colour and the colour application method that your hair colourist uses, you may need regular salon appointments to keep your hair colour looking its best. You’ll also want to consider how much heat styling you use. “Before going blonde, consider your hair’s current condition; can it withstand going blonde? Think about your lifestyle. Going blonde can require regular upkeep to ensure it looks its best, with hair treatments or salon visits to liven up your blonde,” she says.