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Choosing Hair Color

Does Your Color Choice Marry Your Choice of Hairstyle?

Choosing hair color that suits is just as important as the latest hair trend.

Doubt this? Well, don't… if you really do care about your ultimate outlook! If you don't match the two (your hair cut and the color), to perfectly compliment YOUR face…

It may turn out looking awkward, or at the very least, lack total appeal.

Having said that…

While looking at the latest colors and styles, you dare not forget about YOUR color choices.

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You need to blend the two by matching your color to the haircut seamlessly for the perfect new hairstyle you desire and deserve.

(I guess, it's natural or rather say vital to lead our discussion on choosing hair color, side by side with the hair lengths and styles you may be sporting.)

Already done with the research on suitable color for you? One that is a perfect fit for your skin tone, your eye color, your lifestyle and hobbies?

Well, then this article would do the overkill for you by giving you insights for the final push, i.e. the best color for your current hairstyle.

Choosing Hair Color for Trendy Short Hair

Speaking of the latest, short spiky hair seems to be the perfect choice. Plenty of girls from Hollywood have already turned to this hairstyle… and counting!

What are the pros? It will keep you nice and cool in the summer, while it ignites the flames of interest in all the guys you like.

When you are doing the spikes, make sure they stand out in sections and not just a mess of strands sticking up. If possible, consider adding bands that curve over the front of your hair. Martina McBride would be a good example of the short and spiked hair style.

When you mix this short hair style with a blonde or reddish tone, it will show you are a spunky and upbeat girl. You can rock out this look if you like, with some bold color choices like blues and greens if that is your thing.

Rihanna is a good example of a short hair cut that clings close to the face. You have bangs that will cover your face and your tress is cropped to the shoulder.

If you want to take this look and go bold with it, consider leaving a couple of long strands.

When you choose this hairstyle, go bold. Try considering blacks and even a chestnut brown. You can add some lighter highlights to make this style a bit more unique of what you are. Best of all it can look elegant or spunky, depending on what you wear with this hairstyle.

The short messy haircut is growing in popularity as well. This looks like your hair has been tossed around on top of your head and usually a gel will give it a sheen look.

Keira Knightly is one popular celebrity that wears this hair style.

Because it is light and fun, you want to keep your coloring simple with this one. A strawberry blonde or even a light brown would be the perfect hair color. If you aren't sure which to go with, ask your stylist. They will be able to match your color to your natural skin tone.

Choosing Hair Color for Elegant Medium Hair

Lindsay Lohan reflects the medium length hair options that are available. Pulled back in a ponytail, or allowed to flow around the face freely, you can look light hearted and have a little bit of pizzazz with this style.

Great coloring options for it would be auburn or a warm brown color.

Choosing Hair Color for Beautiful Long Hair

Just as important as short hair is right now, long hair styles are going to become popular when the fall comes around.

If you haven't already started to grow out your hair, now is the time! Extensions can help you if you don't quite get to the point you want to be at.

Best of all, long hair can make you look younger and can accent many different clothing options. From elegant evening gowns, to even shorts and a t-shirt, this style will be one that people end up noticing.

Taylor Swift often displays her golden honey curls with a light toss around her.

When you have long hair, just adding curls and going with a honey color will brighten your face and make you look younger.

Halle Berry enjoys waves in her long hair and for many women; this can be a great idea!

The waves can crawl over the front of your body, or they can be tucked behind you. Your stylist can have the waves go in the same direction, or mix them up for a more unique look.

Talk with your stylist to see what they suggest. They will know what will look perfect on you.

When you are considering the hair coloring for this style, think about your facial tones. If you have cold tones, black will look amazing on you. If you have warmer skin, think about doing a strawberry blonde to stand out and turn some heads. This is one hairstyle that many men will enjoy looking at on you.

Consult With Your Stylist

Remember, the goal of your hairstyle is to make you look amazing.

Now I understand that you are here to learn and to do it yourself. True, but this guide is not here to tell you 'do it yourself, no matter what'!

There are times, when you may feel stuck in choosing hair color for you. You must be smart enough to draw the line and at least verbally consult a professional stylist well ahead of the disaster as they call it.

A professional deals with it daily and understands better how to match up skin tones and other features to your hair and its natural color.

All you want is to look your best and they can help make that happen for good and for better.

I wish this helps you in choosing hair color that is perfect for your choice of style.

Enough telling… I think I must listen to you now!

Voice your opinion or story of your personal experiences (good or bad) while choosing hair color for you and what did you learn from it. I am dying (no, not dyeing) to listen to you!

Want to read more about coloring? Here's a collection of articles on dyeing inside the color section.

Enjoy! Be Different, Let Your Hues Speak and Make Your Own Hair Fad.

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