11 Summer Hair Color Trends To Add to Your Service Menu Now

The Formulas, Toning Tips and Expert Techniques Behind Low-Contrast Blondes, Rich Brunettes, Muted Reds and More... Summer 2026 hair color trends are about soft, expensive-looking refinement. Clients want color that flatters their skin tone, grows out beautifully and still feels current months after the appointment. We gathered insight from celebrity colorists, brand educators and industry experts on the shades they’re seeing and formulating for summer, including brown butter highlights, strawberry beige, muted reds, low-contrast brunettes and more. So, which summer 2026 hair color trends should you have ready for clients? Below, we break down the shades plus tips...