What is Sombre Hair? Your Subtle Ombre Guide

Everyone has heard of ombre hair, but what about sombre hair? Lesser-known but just as dreamy, it’s up there with babylights as one of our favorite, natural-looking hair color techniques. And, with summer rolling around, it’s the season for brushing up on the latest Insta looks – especially the kind that give mid-lengths and ends a brighter, sun-kissed feel.

That’s why we’re bringing you our everything guide to sombre hair; a trend you’re about to see all over the grid and beyond. Here’s the full lowdown…

Back of woman’s head with wavy, light brown sombre hair, created using Wella Professionals.

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Back of woman’s head with loosely curly, burgundy sombre hair, created using Wella Professionals.

Image Credit: @kai_sohn