The summer sun has brought with it a brand new hair colour trend — copper, a colour that’s much more forgiving to Indian hair textures and skin tones than its ashy blonde predecessor. From Ayo Edebiri to Megan Thee Stallion, the hair colour has been spotted on celebrities across the board, in streaks, highlights or all-over washes. “Copper is a red-orange shade, which can range from soft red-orange brown to a vibrant rich golden hue or even rose-gold copper,” explains celebrity hair stylist Drishya Bhagyanath. She adds that since the colour of natural Indian hair ranges from blacks to browns, the infusion of copper is very complementary. “Indian skin tones are typically warm, with olive undertones, which are enhanced by the natural golds of this shade range. The right shade of copper can bring a subtle change or add richness and warmth to your hair,” she reasons.

Drishya Bhagyanath