Are Brunettes Better Than Blondes? We Think So.

Blondes may have more fun, but this season brunettes are the ones turning heads. Right now the most striking brunette shade in Hollywood is extra dark (ranging from the richest espresso to jet black). Take cues from these stars with deep brown locks we can't resist. If you're looking to trade in your signature blonde locks this fall, you may want to try a semi-permanent color. "It's low-commitment since the color only lasts through 28 shampoos," says Marcy Cona, Clairol Creative Director of Color and Style. If you like the shade, wait until it fades and then apply a permanent version. Here's how to get the perfect shade of Brunette right at home.

We just adore Fergie's new darker shade. Do you like her better as a blonde or brunette?

And, don't forget to tweak your makeup if you're going from a lighter shade to a darker one. A darker hair color requires a few key makeup changes, says Kim Soane, Director of Artistry at Bobbi Brown. Here are the tips she recommends:

1. Darken your brows by using either a shadow or a brow pencil that matches your new hair color.
2. Choose darker eyeliner colors, like espresso or black, to keep your features from looking washed out.
3. Use black mascara, not brown. You need more intensity now that you've gone darker.
4. Try richer lip colors like berries, plums, and reds. Here are our fave picks for fall.
5. Go for dark brown and gray eye shadows. Both look beautiful, not stark, with brunette hair.

Are you planning to go from blonde to brunette this fall? If you're already a brunette, what are you tips for keeping your color rich and shiny?


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