Chic Chocolate Bob with Copper Streaks
When you are into something slick and on-point, then this bob with an intense shade of chocolate brown and copper streaks is such a refreshing decision. It is both a straight cut and motion of light catching highlights, which is what puts it ahead of the curve both in style and accessibility. I particularly like the fact that the warm streaks contrast with the dark background–a nice nod to reddish brown but not quite auburn.
These straight styles are often best when worn straight and therefore I would always apply a protective heat product before I actually pick up a flat iron. My favourite to use to create the same glass-like finish maintaining the health of the strands is Thermasmooth by Mizani.
I have experimented with such a cut myself and there is something empowering about the accuracy of a bob. It nearly compels you to behave in a new way–clusters genteel, more aggressive. And the real truth of it is, those copper ribbons are like little sparks on the hair.
This style is a fantastic introduction to any person who may be interested in colored highlights but is not yet willing to commit. It is cozy enough during winter but sexy enough to be used in spring.
Natural Braids with Curled Ends
This appearance is winter magic: long, and braids that in their turn have curled ends giving the look bouncy and playful. It is also protective, fashionable, versatile; a hairstyle that can take you out on errands in a puffer coat and then over to an elegant evening dress without any loss of rhythm. The most attractive thing to me is that it glorifies natural textures but still appears polished.
The general treatment of this style is to make the scalp happy. I have always been a fan of light oils such as jojoba or even the Pattern Beauty scalp serum to avoid the dryness, particularly in the colder seasons when heaters have the ability to strip all the humidity of the air.
This hairstyle is storytelling to me–it has something to do with both tradition and trend. I had friends who wear straight wigs during the week, and protective braids on the weekends, and whenever I look at this combination, I understand how malleable hair can be when we permit it to be.
And winter is indeed the season to go with braids- they keep your hair out of the way and out of the elements and they also provide you with unlimited ways of wearing them.
Soft Auburn Ombre Glow
The richness of the auburn and the depth of ginger brown mixed into a soft ombre is like nothing. This style is like drinking spiced cocoa before the fire-it is cozy, welcoming and it is not afraid to grab your attention. It remains dark and sultry at the roots but turns towards a reddish warmth over the ends making it one of the most interesting winter hair colors in dark skin this year.
Sometimes these ombre styles may appear dry at the ends thus I would always recommend a hair conditioning mask. The product that I prefer to use in case of a need to revive colored ends and maintain them shiny is Redken All Soft Heavy Cream Hair Mask.
I believe that this is one of the best flattering color combinations of the season personally. It is that romantic but not too much so and it suits a casual outfit as much as it does something dressed up.
And in case you have been wondering of trying on some ruby red or even slightly brighter colors, this ombre is an excellent place to start–it is a fun sneak preview of color without saturating your eyes.
Smoky Midnight Blue Waves
It is a statement hairstyle. The deep and inky black roots dissolve smoothly in cool and metallic blue waves giving an almost mystical effect. I adore the way the colored shades remain vibrant but wearable–anyone can wear something that is less traditional brown or chocolate and still polished enough to wear in winter. It is really noticeable on dark skin tones of winter, which make the face bright and the overall vibe is sultry.
In order to maintain the appearance of shades such as this, I would suggest sulfate-free color-safe shampoos. The blue color fades fast and as such, a product such as the Aveda Color Conserve Shampoo can be used to keep the color alive. And since the winter is prone to making hair drier, a weekly hydrating mask is practically indispensable in this appearance.
Personally, I believe that this shade is reminiscent of winter in itself–it is dramatic like the long nights and glamorous like the icy mornings. I have always liked the way women, who choose bolder colors, ensure that they present themselves in a different way, as though the color were an extension of their energy.
And the loveliness of this appearance is its flexibility. In the meantime, you may have to try this color in wigs or a temporary wig to see how it works permanently.
Golden Honey Ombre Bob
This is a hairstyle that is all about being radiant. A fussy bob of dark roots melting in warm honey brown and ginger make a sunlit effect that is unexpected but so good during winter. It is fashionable, convenient and one of those dark skin black women winter hair colors that will never not flatter. The lighter tones placed around the face give that effect of the soft halo which I find so elegant and modern.
Such a look is at its best with shine-boosting serums. I have already tried Moroccanoil Treatment Light, and it is just amazing to keep the lighter ends of the hair straight without the weight of the hair. And sleekness is particularly required by Bobs, that an added gloss takes them some distance.
In my case, this color tells a story of harmony: this color is playful enough to be enjoyable, but it is based on natural colors that can be worn in everyday life. Hairstylists such as Nikki Lee tend to tell you that honey colors are universally attractive and I have to say I agree–it is one of those colors that will never go out of fashion.
And the best part? It is a color that suits the straight, curled and even protective looks as far as its application is concerned. Not only is it trendy, but versatile–which a winter hairstyle must be.
