There are so many ways to go blonde. You can throw in some highlights, or spend all day at the salon to copy Marilyn Monroe's iconic platinum style. Depending on how willing you are to maintain your color, there's a shade that's perfect for you. Get your inspiration right here, as we present the wide range of blonde shades that exists.
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Platinum Blonde
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Super-white hair is a modern interpretation of retro platinum blonde shades; Lady Gaga's version, with a hint of pale yellow, is truer to the platinum of the past and perfectly complements her retro 'do.
Forget her iconic makeup and style! Marilyn Monroe's bombshell blonde shade always gives us color envy. If you wish to find out if gentlemen really do prefer blondes, her classic look is the way to go.
Michelle Williams's ultra-light hair color isn't for the meek. If you're not afraid to try this bold shade, the result will be absolutely gorgeous. And don't forget to invest in a purple shampoo to keep your color vibrant.
Julianne Hough's modern waves pop even more with cool highlights and a pretty ash base color. Pair a shimmery shade like this with darker brown brows for a high-impact look.
Miley Cyrus hit us with some nostalgia when she recently debuted her new (old?), Hannah Montana hairstyle. Her freshly dyed platinum blonde locks have tons dimension thanks to a dusting of subtle highlights throughout. Does this mean she's bringing her Disney Channel alter ego back?!
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Sunny Blonde
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Elizabeth Moss's shade of blonde reads as both bright and soft because of light and medium tones that blend together beautifully.
For color that says "I just went on vacation" all year long, ask your stylist to dye your hair the same brilliant warm shade that Claire Danes is wearing here.
Marci Robin is a freelance writer and editor specializing in beauty and lifestyle content. With over 20 years of experience, Marci has served as a contributing editor for Allure, senior beauty editor at GoodHousekeeping.com, executive editor of xoVain and senior online editor at NewBeauty. Her writing has also appeared in her writing has also appeared in InStyle, MarthaStewart.com and Refinery29.
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