Parisian Copper Is The Emerging Hair Colour Trend For Spring - Here's How To Achieve It
The recent autumn/winter 2025 fashion week delivered plenty of beauty inspiration, from the extra long mermaid waves swishing down Annie Ibiza's catwalk to deep side partings seen on the Dior runway.
Show-goers did not disappoint on the street style front, either. London delivered plenty of flourishing fringes to inspire even the most bangs-averse, while in Paris, it was an elevated take on red hair that dominated.
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If the past few seasons saw the rise in black cherry hair as seen on Dua Lipa and rich copper tones, it seems that Paris Fashion Week is taking on a much fresher, more sunlit take on the tone: the Parisian Copper.
'This is an earthy, more gentle shade of copper that feels understated. Unlike bold copper, which can appear overly bright or artificial, this tone embraces golden hues, warmth and subtlety,' says Kara Sanderson, advanced colour technician at Brooks & Brooks salon.
Leighton Meester is a big fan. Attending the Elie Saab show last week, the Gossip Girl star embraced her redhead era more than a decade after playing one of television's most iconic brunettes, Blair Waldorf. Her colour has been created by LA-based colourist, Amy Huson.
Hairstylist and trend forecaster Tom Smith echoes the 'earthy' sentiment in a social media post. He dubs it as Terracopper 3.0, which sits across the spectrum of deeper hues, and has now evolved to include 'peachy, powdery variations' such as the one seen on Meester and street style stars attending the Paris shows.
This gentler take is not only a great way to lift the complexion for spring, it's also a way to ease into the trend without committing to a bolder tone. 'It is a fresher option compared to deeper auburns and reds. While deep auburns have more of a reddish undertone, they can often feel heavy, especially as warmer weather approaches,' says Sanderson. 'The more golden-based coppers feel lighter and more fitting for springtime. It adds warmth and brightness without overpowering the complexion'.
Ready for a colour switch? 'Consider how it can be personalised to suit your features. During the consultation, discuss your desired level of warmth and depth to ensure the final result is just right for you,' recommends Sanderson. A good hairstylist will spend time understanding your style, aesthetic, and lifestyle to tailor the perfect shade for you.
'Maintaining copper hair can be a little demanding, as reds and coppers tend to fade faster than other colours,' cautions Sanderson, so look to colour-protecting formulas to maintain vibrancy and incorporate a tinted at-home treatment such as Christophe Robin Shade Variation Mask in Chic Copper.
Consider your spring hair colour update, sorted.
Shade Variation Mask in Chic Copper
Chroma Absolu Bain Riche Shampoo
Color Security Conditioner
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