Warm hair colors are very popular this fall/winter season. Vibrant hues like rich chocolate brown, pumpkin spiced copper, toasted caramel, and cherry coke are currently taking over the trend.
Aside from classic brunettes and fiery coppers, one particular trio of colors is having a starring moment at BeautyTok, and is perfect for anyone looking for an edgy dye job (and perhaps a little indecisive). It also happens to be perfect for people.
What exactly is calico hair?
Did you know that gorgeous tricolor kitten with jet black, pumpkin orange, and creamy white fur? These calico cats are a huge inspiration in the hair world.
As a direct reference to these felines, “calico coat” is best described as hair that features three different shades: blonde, copper, brown, or black. The trend is accelerating on TikTok, with over 3,200 videos counted under the #CalicoHair hashtag and countless IT girls showing off their colorful dye jobs.
Perhaps what is the most beautiful thing about calico hair? You can *literally* start with any hair color as a base. Although it looks special, there are many ways to customize it and make it truly your own.
Two ways to create a colorful atmosphere
A calico-inspired coat is not for the faint of heart. But given cats’ innate creativity and playfulness, there’s more than one way to achieve this look.
full send
Next time you go to the salon, request chunky highlights in three unique shades to create a colorful hair moment that will turn heads.
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For a slightly more subtle look, leave the top layer of your hair in one of the shades and dye the rest of the color underneath to create that peek-a-boo vibe you’ll get with a half-up hairstyle or updo. .
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