7 Ways To Spice Up Your Black Hair With Highlights

Pink, brown, red the colours are endless.

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by Renee Washington |
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Black hair can never go out of style and we can always rely on naturally dark-haired A-listers like Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell and Jenna Ortega to ignite a renewed love for the colour. It's also lends itself to the rise of the gothic aesthetic which has seen a massive uptick since Jenna's modern take on Wednesday Addams aired on Netflix.

Domenico Casella, senior stylist and colourist at Neville Hair & Beauty, has noted the trend too, 'Goth beauty is proving particularly popular at the moment due to a combination of factors. The first is the recent release of Netflix's Wednesday. Then we have the resurgence of the #vampy look on TikTok, and finally the awards season where many celebrities like Doja Cat and Hannah Monds are opting for dark looks on the red carpet.'

And for that reason it ranks highly as one of the best hair colours to try this year. It's a classic colour that always leaves room for play, if you're ever looking to spruce things up. Black or very deep dark brown hair doesn't have to be boring, with a few touches of red, a pretty balayage or even a bit of blue, you can completely transform your look. Below, we've complied seven celebrities that effortlessly pull off black hair with highlights, so get ready to fall in love with dark hair all over again.

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7 Ways To Spruce Up Your Black Hair:

Billie Eilish1 of 7
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Billie Eilish

Is there any colour Billie can't rock? This neon green is so edgy and she proves ombré doesn't have to be brownall the time.

Jade Thirwall2 of 7
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Jade Thirwall

Just a hint of blue and purple can give your black hair that wow factor.

Vanessa Hudgens3 of 7
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Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgen's hair has the slightest tint of red toward the ends. If your hair is super dark this subtle touch will be sure to grab attention.

Kerry Washington4 of 7
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Kerry Washington

Add a few drizzles of caramel to warm up your hair like Kerry Washington.

Ruby Rose5 of 7
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Ruby Rose

These ash blonde highlights paired with Ruby Rose's yellow dress are stunning - we love the summer vibe.

Ciara6 of 7
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Ciara

This gorgeous caramel balayage really takes Ciara's hair to the next level.

Nicki Minaj7 of 7
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Nicki Minaj

Add all the colours of the rainbow like Miss Minaj, nothing is ever too much.

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