Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

If you’re looking to give your brown hair a little more life and style, you can’t go past highlights. When done right, highlights have the ability to transform the appearance of your hair in the most flattering of ways. By adding light and dimension, these colored strips can create a radiant appearance. Whether you’re adding subtle, barely-there highlights or something much bolder, you would love the way they enhance and complement your base color. Of course, some combinations naturally look better than others, so it’s important to choose the right highlights for you.

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1. Warm Chocolate Hair with Blonde Highlights

2. Brunette with Caramel Highlights

3. Brown Hair with Warm Blonde Highlights

4. Short Brown Hair with Highlights

5. Short Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

6. Rich Brown Hair with Blonde and Caramel Highlights

7. Red/Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

8. Natural Brown Highlights

9. Dark Brown Hair with Medium Brown Highlights

10. Medium Brown Hair +with Highlights

11. Medium Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

12. Medium Brown Hair with Blonde and Red Highlights

13. Dark Brown Hair with Light Brown Highlights

14. Brown Hair with Icy Blonde Highlights

15. Dark Brown Hair with Golden Highlights

16. Brown Hair with Golden Highlights

17. Deep Brunette Hair Color with Caramel Highlights

18. Dark Red/Brown Hair with Caramel Highlights

19. Dark Honey Hair with Highlights

20. Dark Chocolate Hair with Thin Blonde Streaks

21. Dark Chocolate Hair with Light Chocolate Highlights

22. Dark Chocolate Hair with Caramel Highlights

23. Dark Brunette with Brown Highlights

24. Dark Brown Hair with Vibrant Red Highlights

25. Dark Brown Hair with Toffee Highlights

26. Dark Brown Hair with Subtle Highlights

27. Dark Brown Hair with Light Blonde Highlights

28. Dark Brown Hair with Honey and Blonde Highlights

29. Dark Brown Hair with Wispy Gold Highlights

30. Dark Brown Hair with Dark Blonde Highlights

31. Dark Brown Hair with Blonde Streaks

32. Dark Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

33. Dark Brown Hair Color with Chestnut Highlights

34. Light Brown Hair with Cool Blonde Highlights

35. Chocolate Hair with Chestnut Highlights

36. Chocolate Hair with Blonde Highlights

37. Chocolate Hair with Blonde and Caramel Highlights

38. Chocolate Brown Hair with Light Brown Highlights and Red Ends

39. Chocolate Brown Hair with Highlights

40. Chocolate Brown Hair with Caramel Highlights

41. Chestnut Hair Color with Blonde Highlights

42. Brunette Hair with Caramel Highlights

43. Caramel Color Hair with Blonde and Auburn Highlights

44. Light Brown Hair with Caramel and Blonde Highlights

45. Blonde Hair with Caramel Highlights

46. Burgundy Brown Hair with Bold Red Highlights

47. Brunette Hair with Caramel Highlights

48. Brunette Hair with Caramel and Blonde Highlights

49. Brunette Hair with Auburn Highlights

50. Brown Hair with Brown Highlights

51. Brown Hair with Red Highlights

52. Brown Hair with Highlights

53. Brown Hair with Golden Highlights

54. Brown Hair with Dark Blonde Highlights

55. Brown Hair with Blonde and Caramel Highlights

56. Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

57. Blonde and Brown Hair

58. Ash Brown Hair with Caramel Highlights

59. Ash Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

60. Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Brown Hair Color FAQs

What color highlights look good on brown hair?

How can I highlight my brown hair at home?

What highlights and lowlights for brown hair?

Should brunettes get highlights?

Are highlights better to cover grey?

1. Warm Chocolate Hair with Blonde Highlights

If you wear your chocolate hair straight, make sure that any blonde highlights are blended well to prevent creating a striped appearance.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

2. Brunette with Caramel Highlights

Partner a warm brown or auburn hair color with caramel highlights for a beautiful and feminine appearance.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

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3. Brown Hair with Warm Blonde Highlights

Get the “bombshell” look by adding plenty of warm blonde highlights to your brown hair.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

4. Short Brown Hair with Highlights

Short hairstyles can appear more flattering and stylish with the addition of some well-placed highlights.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

5. Short Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

It’s not just long hair lengths that benefit from the addition of highlights.

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

6. Rich Brown Hair with Blonde and Caramel Highlights

Create a dimensional and flattering hair color by adding blonde and caramel highlights to rich brown locks.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

7. Red/Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Try adding golden blonde highlights to red-brown hair for an on-trend and rich hair color.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

8. Natural Brown Highlights

Highlights just a shade or two lighter than your base tone will appear the most natural and convincing.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

9.  Dark Brown Hair with Medium Brown Highlights

Adding medium brown highlights to dark brown hair will create a naturally radiant appearance.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

10. Medium Brown Hair +with Highlights

Highlights will help stop your medium brown hair from looking too one-dimensional.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

11. Medium Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Medium brown hair can work with any shade of blonde highlights but looks particularly striking with warm, sandy tones.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

12. Medium Brown Hair with Blonde and Red Highlights

Spice up your medium brown hair color by adding both blonde and red highlights.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

13. Dark Brown Hair with Light Brown Highlights

Light brown highlights on dark brown hair is a classic combination that produces natural and beautiful results.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

14. Brown Hair with Icy Blonde Highlights

Icy blonde highlights are perfect for making brown hair work with a pale skin tone.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

15. Dark Brown Hair with Golden Highlights

Chunky golden highlights in dark brown hair appear edgy and artistic.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

16. Brown Hair with Golden Highlights

When it comes to lightening and brightening brown hair, golden highlights are the perfect option.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

17. Deep Brunette Hair Color with Caramel Highlights

Deep brown with caramel highlights is an outstanding color combination.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

18. Dark Red/Brown Hair with Caramel Highlights

Red-brown hair is a seriously popular color and can be made even more lovely with the addition of some caramel highlights.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

19. Dark Honey Hair with Highlights

Add some dark honey highlights when you want your hair to catch the light and glow.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

20. Dark Chocolate Hair  with Thin Blonde Streaks

Thin blonde streaks in dark chocolate locks can look stunning, particularly if you wear your hair in loose, beach waves.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

21. Dark Chocolate Hair with Light Chocolate Highlights

Light chocolate highlights on a dark chocolate base create a subtle yet complementary style.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

22. Dark Chocolate Hair with Caramel Highlights

Chocolate and caramel are just as good of a match for your hair as they are for your dessert.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

23. Dark Brunette with Brown Highlights

Dark brunette hair with brown highlights never goes out of style and always looks stunning.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

24. Dark Brown Hair with Vibrant Red Highlights

While blondes play with pastel highlights, brunettes can indulge in some more vibrant and intense hues.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

25. Dark Brown Hair with Toffee Highlights

Ladies with dark brown hair and a warm complexion are the perfect candidates for some gorgeous toffee highlights.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

26. Dark Brown Hair with  Subtle Highlights

Add dimension and shine to dark brown hair with the addition of some subtle highlights in a shade like mahogany.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

27. Dark Brown Hair with Light Blonde Highlights

Combining rich, dark brown hair with ultra-blonde highlights creates a daring and fashion-forward look.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

28. Dark Brown Hair with Honey and Blonde Highlights

Honey and warm blonde highlights create a lovely, youthful appearance when added to dark brown strands.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

29. Dark Brown Hair with Wispy Gold Highlights

Even subtle highlights have the power to instantly transform your hair color.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

30. Dark Brown Hair with Dark Blonde Highlights

If you really want to lighten up your dark brown hair, try adding dark blonde highlights all over.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

31. Dark Brown Hair with Blonde Streaks

Sometimes, just a couple of strategically placed streaks is all you need to transform your look from plain to perfect.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

32. Dark Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Dark brown hair with blonde highlights creates an edgy and beautiful appearance.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

33. Dark Brown Hair Color with Chestnut Highlights

Let chestnut highlights add a light, fiery touch to your dark brown locks this season.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

34. Light Brown Hair with Cool Blonde Highlights

Cool blonde highlights add an incredible chicness to light brown locks.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

35. Chocolate Hair with Chestnut Highlights

When paired with chestnut highlights, chocolate hair can become even more rich and sensual.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

36. Chocolate Hair with Blonde Highlights

The combination of light, chocolate hair with soft blonde highlights can create a gorgeous and surprisingly natural appearance.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

37. Chocolate Hair with Blonde and Caramel Highlights

Adding subtle blonde and caramel highlights to chocolate hair is a fantastic way to transition dark locks into warmer weather.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

38. Chocolate Brown Hair with Light Brown Highlights and Red Ends

Try balancing colored ends in chocolate hair by adding some lighter highlights throughout.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

39. Chocolate Brown Hair with Highlights

Concentrate highlights around your face to help bring out facial features.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

40. Chocolate Brown Hair with Caramel Highlights

Subtle caramel highlights in chocolate brown hair can create a lovely, natural look.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

41. Chestnut Hair Color with Blonde Highlights

While chestnut hair is already somewhat bold, the addition of a few blonde highlights takes it to the next level.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

42. Brunette Hair with Caramel Highlights

If you have curly brunette hair, consider adding some caramel highlights to make your locks appear naturally sunlit.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

43. Caramel Color Hair with Blonde and Auburn Highlights

Pairing a caramel base color with blonde and auburn highlights will create a warm and radiant appearance.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

44. Light Brown Hair with Caramel and Blonde Highlights

Caramel and blonde highlights are the perfect way to keep light brown hair from looking mousy.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

45.  Blonde Hair with Caramel Highlights

Try a caramel and blonde hair color when you want to lighten your locks but aren’t quite ready to go completely blonde.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

46. Burgundy Brown Hair with Bold Red Highlights

If you have burgundy brown locks, consider adding some bold, red highlights to really spice things up.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

47. Brunette Hair with Caramel Highlights

Caramel highlights are perfect for both lightening the appearance of locks and adding warmth.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

48. Brunette Hair with Caramel and Blonde Highlights

Mixing caramel and blonde highlights into brunette locks can create a wonderfully warm and creamy color.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

49. Brunette Hair with Auburn Highlights

Try warming up your hair color for autumn with some lovely auburn highlights.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

50. Brown Hair with Brown Highlights 

Brown highlights on brown hair of a different shade is always a winning combination.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

51. Brown Hair with Red Highlights

When deciding upon highlights for your brown hair, don’t forget about red as a stylish option.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

52. Brown Hair with Highlights

Sometimes, the most stylish highlights are the ones that are only a shade or two lighter than your base hue.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

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53. Brown Hair with Golden Highlights

Golden highlights appear warm and rich when partnered with brown locks.

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

54. Brown Hair with Dark Blonde Highlights

Cool, dark blonde highlights look perfect when paired with cool, medium brown tones.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

55. Brown Hair with Blonde and Caramel Highlights

Why choose just one color of highlights when you can have two?

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

56. Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Adding warm blonde highlights to medium brown hair can create a gorgeous summer style.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

57. Blonde and Brown Hair

“Bronde” hair is currently trending and can be created by adding plenty of blonde highlights to brown locks.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

58. Ash Brown Hair with Caramel Highlights

If you have ash brown hair, choose either blonde or soft caramel highlights for a lovely look.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

59. Ash Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Ash brown hair can greatly benefit from the added dimension of highlights.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

60. Brown Hair with Blonde Highlights

Warm, dark blonde highlights are an excellent way to take brown hair lighter without creating too much contrast.

 

Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights
Caramel dark brown hair with blonde highlights

 

Brown Hair Color FAQs

What color highlights look good on brown hair?

Any lighter brown and blonde shades look beautiful as highlights in brunette hair. Try caramel, honey, gold, natural brown, toffee, or chestnut highlights. These all look great in both dark, medium, and light brown hair. If you want something more adventurous, try icy blond or vibrant red, which contrasts incredibly against darker browns.

How can I highlight my brown hair at home?

Some brands, such as L’Oreal Paris, have kits designed explicitly for highlights with a special brush to make it easier. Alternatively, you can use a regular dye brush and paint the highlights on by hand. It helps if you style your hair as you usually would to identify the strands you should color. Choose pieces of hair that the sun would naturally hit, and apply the dye. The highlighted strand should be no more than a quarter-inch wide to keep it looking natural. Wash out, tone if required, and style as usual.

What highlights and lowlights for brown hair?

Highlights should be at least two to three shades lighter than your base color and sit where the sun would naturally hit your hair. On the flipside, lowlights should be two to three shades darker than the base and provide additional depth and dimension. You can do one or the other, or both. Good color combinations include caramel and chocolate, icy blond and dark brown, or red and deep auburn.

Should brunettes get highlights?

Brunettes don’t have to get highlights, but it is a great way to add movement, dimension, and interest if your hair feels a bit flat. Brown hair is one of the easiest and most versatile shades to add highlights to, as it works with so many different hues from caramel and honey to icy blond and red.

Are highlights better to cover grey?

If you don’t have many greys, highlights are a great way to cover and disguise them without changing your whole hair color. It can also look more natural, as well. The different shades will help distract from the greys, making them look like part of the style and minimizing regrowth. However, if you have a lot of greys, coloring all over will still be the best option.

What highlights will look good on dark brown hair?

10 Ways to Highlight Dark Brown Hair.
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Golden Blonde Balayage. ... .
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What skin tone suits caramel hair?

Caramel hair colour is a beautiful blend of brown and golden hair colour shades. It complements both light and dark skin tones equally, making it perfect for all Indian skin tones.

Are caramel highlights warm or cool?

"Caramel is always a warm shade, so either way you go, it has to have that perfect balance of warmth," explains colorist and salon owner Rita Hazan.