Cherry Blonde: The It Girl–Approved Fall Hair Color Trend Taking Over Pinterest

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and apples might be autumn’s most popular fruits—yes, pumpkins are fruits—but this year, cherry blonde is the next big food-inspired .How do we know?

According to Pinterest’s , online searches for “cherry blonde” hair color have increased by a whopping 6,300% ahead of the autumnal season.

That tells us people are seriously interested in trying the shade for their post-summer . We can’t blame them. The cool looks cool without feeling over the top (or like that “), while still being .But what does cherry blonde hair color actually looks like? “Cherry blonde is a beautiful shade that can vary slightly in depth and saturation, but generally, it’s characterized by a soft red-copper hue with a warmer pink undertone,” says , a hair colorist, R+Color Collective Member, and the director of R+Color Education. “This color is more intense and vibrant compared to pastel shades, offering a rich tone with a more unique feel.”That’s why Lauren Mildice, a colorist at Chicago’s , defines it as more of a papaya-cherry blend. “Think of when you dilute pure cherry juice with water,” she explains. “It brings out the pink and ginger tones.

That means that the pigment won’t be as dark and it will show the underlying color.”Courtesy of R+COCourtesy of ; R+COAs for why cherry blonde is trending now? “As summer winds down, many people start leaning toward warmer, for their next color choice,” says Valerie. “This shift is a wonderful way to add warmth to your complexion as the cooler months approach.