30 Bronde Hair Ideas for a Toasted, Sunkissed Look

Bronde hair is basically the goldilocks of hair colors—not too brown, not too blonde, but 100 percent fabulous. Celebrity hairstylist Dimitrus Giannetos explains it best: "Bronde is that perfect middle space between blonde and brunette. It’s dimensional, sun-kissed, and effortless. It’s not too warm, not too cool, and gives the hair a soft, natural-looking glow." Basically, it makes you look like a toasted goddess who just came back from a tropical island vacation. Who would say no to that?

Not only is the color stunning, but it's also practical. Giannetos says the color is perfect for those who want, "a low-maintenance, natural-looking hair color that enhances your features without a harsh grow-out," he explains. "It’s especially great for brunettes who want to go lighter without committing to full blonde. It’s the perfect way to test the waters into lighter hair days." He adds that bronde works on a range of skin tones and can be customized depending on your skin's undertones.

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Dimitris Giannetos is a celebrity hairstylist and colorist who has worked with stars like Demi Moore, Kim Kardashian, and Amal Clooney.

Bronde is the perfect entryway to a new hair color. "It’s all about thoughtful highlights and lowlights. Typically, a mix of balayage, baby lights, and root smudging creates that seamless blend of blonde and brunette," Giannetos explains. "A gloss at the end fine-tunes the tone and keeps it looking natural." No wonder it's a celebrity-loved hair trend, from Jennifer Lopez and Keke Palmer to Jennifer Aniston and Margot Robbie.

Ahead, find 30 bronde hair looks for that ethereal, luscious glow.

Caramel Bronde

Giannetos says it best: bronde vibes give "expensive, effortless, and sun-kissed—almost like you just got back from a luxurious beach vacation." Beyoncé's caramel beach waves have some major sunning-on-a-tropical-island energy. The warm hues in her soft curls gorgeously reflect the light.

Honey Bronde

Jennifer Lopez might as well be the poster icon for bronde hair. The multi-hyphenate star has oscillated between many different versions of the trend, but her honey hues might just take the cake. With her long, straight layers, Lopez's vanilla latte blonde highlights prove the trend is just as wearable in the fall as it is in the summer.

Latte Bronde

Speaking of lattes, Tate McRae leaned more brunette with butter-blonde highlights on her chestnut brunette tresses. The result is silky, shiny locks with lots of dimension.

Money Piece Bronde

If you're really just looking to dip your toe into blonde, money pieces might be your style. Margot Robbie introduces a touch of gold to her brunette hair, bringing radiance to the face with framing tendrils.

Bronde Blend

Daisy Edgar-Jones, known for her fluffy curtain bangs and brown locks, zhuzhed things up with a subtle blend of blonde highlights.

Sandy Bronde

Jennifer Aniston comes to mind when Giannetos thinks of "iconic bronde moments." The Friends alum's mix of cool blonde highlights and light brunette creates a soft, sandy appearance.

Bronde Waves

Bronde hair was made for beaching, and Zendaya absolutely nailed it with her fluffy, bouncy waves. Glistens of warm blonde couple with her hair's voluminous texture, giving way to a free-spirited, bohemian feel.

Two-Tone Bronde

For the statement-makers out there like Miley Cyrus, throw subtly out the window and opt for a high-contrast platinum blonde and deep brown split. The style screams edgy pop star.

Golden Bronde

This is for the blondies out there. Cara Delevingne's luscious locks present as full golden blonde from far away, but upon closer inspection, her light brown hair peeks through. The effect is a low-maintenance yet radiant blonde that remains seamless as it grows out.

Silver Bronde

Cool tones are indeed cool— just look at Tyra Banks, who went with icy silver highlights over her brunette tresses for a wearable yet edgy look.

Ashy Bronde

Georgia May Jagger gives us another cool-toned blonde variation. Her muted highlights take their moments to shine under light but otherwise go pretty under the radar for lowkey yet dimensional color.

Ombre Bronde

Talk about a blend! Serena Williams's gingerbread blonde ombré gorgeously transitions from her dark brown roots for the perfect in-between shade with mega-watt shine.

Old Money Bronde

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's mix of golden blonde and creamy toffee blonde oozes luxury. Her soft, dreamy locks have a polished, old-money feel.

Chestnut Bronde

Keke Palmer's luxe blend of cinnamon blonde and chocolate brunette creates a glamorous, wood grain-like swirl. Bouncy, majestic curls are the perfect styling for a stunning red carpet appearance.

Butter Bronde

Gwyneth Paltrow's buttery blonde is grounded by her cool, light brunette roots, a seamless callback to her eyebrows.

Bright Bronde

Ciara's glossy vanilla blonde curls are dripping with some serious rock star energy. They offer a pop of radiance while her deep brown roots complement her strong eyebrows and mesmerizing eyes.

Creamy Bronde

Blake Lively's combination of warm-toned blondes personifies sugar, spice, and everything nice. The creamy combination evokes images of swirled milky coffee, a perfect look for autumn.

Auburn Bronde

Can't decide among brunette, blonde, or ginger? Try all three. Chloe Bailey's delightful auburn bronde locks have a regal feel that is only emphasized by her va-va-voom volume updo.

Root Contrast Bronde

You can indeed have a low-maintenance blonde with dark roots—just look at Heidi Klum for proof. The model's combination of sunny yellow-blonde lowlights and highlights brighten the hair while still looking natural. And her dark smoky eye perfectly complements her roots.

Bronde Curls

Megan Thee Stallion's stunning deep auburn curls get even more dimension thanks to rosé-blonde highlights. The warm pops literally swirl into her bouncy coils for a pretty, toasted look.

Dimensional Bronde

Laverne Cox's concoction of warm and cool toned-blonde and dark brunette roots create a rich, modern look that has a little bit of everything.

Glossy Bronde

Jennifer Lawrence has become synonymous with her lustrous blonde locks. Here, they appear honey-glazed and brilliant, but with some peek-a-boo brunette coming through for a full-bodied color.

Dark Bronde

Mahogany brown curls get a lustrous shakeup on Tina Knowles thanks to bronze coils mixed in throughout. The lighter tendrils draw light in to complement the richness of her natural brunette.

Bronde Ribbons

Olivia Munn rarely strays away from her dark umber hair, but it appears she was feeling a bit experimental back in 2017, when she gave subtle highlights a try. The Newsroom actress dabbled in syrupy brown strands that, although added sparingly, had a big payoff.

Face-Framing Bronde

We love a face frame—from curtain bangs to airy layers to stunning blonde tendrils. Jessica Alba takes the money piece one step further by feathering in more golden highlights throughout her long lengths.

Warm Bronde

Chrissy Teigen's warm, nutty bronde is like when you take a quick beach getaway in the middle of fall. Her tresses are a touch sunlit while maintaining their robust sienna brown, for the perfect autumn shade.

Rooted Bronde

Rooted bronde is one stop short of full blonde. Elizabeth Olsen's golden locks are consistent from root to tip with small portions of brown still poking through for a nice transitional look.

Multi-toned Bronde

Can't choose just one shade of blonde? Who says you have to? Scarlett Johansson's combination of several blonde tones gives way to a true sun-drenched look.

Reverse Ombré Bronde

Hair rules were meant to be broken. Here, Jessica Simpson flips ombrê on its head (literally) by transitioning her platinum roots into a whisky-colored brunette. The style adds lots of oomph and drama to a money piece.

Chunky Highlight Bronde

More is better when it comes to Zoey Deutch's streaked chunky blonde highlights. The layers of charcoal brown and butterscotch blonde strands offer a playfulness that easily turns glamorous with a bouncy blowout and sophisticated half-up 'do.

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