No matter your natural color or current shade, there’s something special about the combination of strawberry blonde and black hair. During autumn, this color pairing captures the warmth of changing leaves, while in spring it offers a fresh take on traditional highlights. As a hairstylist for over 12 years, I’ve seen how this dual-tone approach can work for different face shapes and skin tones.
The beauty of mixing strawberry blonde with black lies in its flexibility – it can be as subtle or bold as you prefer. From peek-a-boo highlights to dramatic split-dye effects, each variation brings its own character. Whether you’re considering a full color transformation or just want to add some dimension to your current style, these combinations offer plenty of options.
Here are some women rocking the strawberry blonde and black hair trend to inspire your next color choice.
Soft Caramel Waves with Face-Framing Bangs
Long waves and wispy bangs are having a major moment, and this caramel brown style shows exactly why. The gentle layers create natural movement from root to tip, while the face-framing pieces give that perfect lived-in look we’re all after. Add in those soft, sweeping bangs and you’ve got a cut that works for coffee runs and cocktail hours alike. The best part? Those waves look even better on day two or three with just a quick zhush in the morning.
Warm Strawberry Blonde Waves
Ready to switch up your look for something sweet and natural? Long, flowing waves in a soft strawberry blonde shade create an effortless style that catches light beautifully. The subtle mix of rosy and golden tones adds dimension while keeping the overall look understated and wearable for any season.
Beachy Waves Meet Peachy Dreams
Let those long waves do the talking with this soft strawberry blonde that catches light in all the right places. The gentle mix of warm peach tones with darker roots creates that perfect lived-in look we’re all secretly after. (Between us, it’s giving major mermaid vibes without trying too hard, right?) The natural-looking waves and subtle color variations make this style an easy yes for anyone wanting to dip their toes into the strawberry blonde pool.
Caramel Ribbons on Dark Canvas
Looking for a way to warm up your dark locks? These caramel highlights flow through the hair like ribbons of honey, creating that perfect lived-in look without trying too hard. The gradual fade from deep roots to lighter ends keeps it low-maintenance – perfect for those mornings when you hit snooze one too many times. It’s the kind of color that makes people wonder if you were born with it or if your stylist is a wizard.
Soft Copper Waves with Dark Roots
Looking for a fresh take on strawberry blonde? Dark roots melting into copper-tinted waves create that perfect lived-in feel without trying too hard. The gradual fade from deep brunette to warm strawberry gives the color dimension while keeping it super wearable. Those loose, casual waves add movement that makes the color look even more natural – like you’ve spent a summer in the sun. It’s giving me major ‘cool girl who doesn’t overthink her hair’ vibes.
Sweet and Spicy Strawberry Peekaboo
Peek-a-boo pieces of strawberry blonde weave through deep black strands like ribbons of caramel in dark chocolate. Those beachy waves add just enough movement to make the colors dance, and honestly, isn’t this the perfect mix for anyone wanting to dip their toes into the two-tone trend? The medium length hits right at the shoulders – making it totally manageable for everyday styling. (Between us, it’s the kind of look that works even when you hit snooze twice.)
Wavy Strawberry Blonde Perfection
Soft waves in a rich strawberry blonde shade create a natural-looking pattern that catches light in all the right places. The warm copper tones mixed with subtle golden highlights give this mid-length cut serious dimension without trying too hard. When paired with black undertones, this color combo becomes the perfect choice for anyone looking to shake up their look while keeping it wearable for everyday life. The loose, beachy texture makes it feel effortless and modern – exactly what we’re all after right now.
Sun-Kissed Strawberry Blonde Waves
Soft waves and honey-toned layers create that perfect lived-in look without trying too hard. The angled bob hits right at the collarbone, while subtle highlights throughout give the strawberry blonde shade natural dimension and movement. It’s the kind of cut that looks even better on day two or three, when the waves have relaxed into that coveted casual texture.
Sun-Kissed Copper Waves With Hidden Dark Depths
When you’re ready to switch up your look, mixing strawberry blonde with darker undertones creates such an interesting play of warm and cool tones. The way those copper-tinged waves catch the light while darker strands peek through gives the hair movement and dimension that feels totally natural. I’m particularly drawn to how the lighter pieces frame the face – it’s like having your own personal lighting setup that makes your features pop. For anyone considering this combo, it’s a perfect middle ground between going full strawberry blonde and sticking with darker shades.
Copper Waves with Golden Highlights
Mixing warm copper tones with golden highlights creates a dimensional color that catches light at every angle. The loose waves add movement while the seamless blend from darker roots to lighter ends gives that coveted lived-in look. It’s the kind of shade that makes you want to book a salon appointment ASAP.
Caramel-Kissed Brunette Waves
Looking for a way to warm up your brown hair? Soft caramel highlights woven through chocolate brown waves create natural-looking dimension that catches the light just right. The gradual fade from deeper roots to lighter ends gives this style an effortless, lived-in feel that works for any season.
Sun-Kissed Caramel Waves
Blending rich brown roots into honey-golden lengths creates that perfect lived-in look without trying too hard. The soft waves catch light in all the right places, while the gradual fade from dark to light makes it seem like you just spent a summer at the beach. No touch-ups needed for months – the grown-out roots are part of the magic.
Soft Strawberry Blonde Balayage with Dark Roots
Looking for a low-maintenance color that grows out like a dream? The combination of dark roots melting into warm strawberry blonde creates that perfect lived-in look. The layered cut adds movement while keeping the overall style casual and effortless. And the best part? Those darker roots mean fewer touch-ups at the salon, which is music to both your calendar and wallet.
Caramel Ripple Dream
Like swirls of melted caramel through dark chocolate, these warm honey-toned highlights dance through rich brown base color. The gentle waves add movement that makes those lighter pieces pop in all the right places. (And let’s be real, who doesn’t want hair that looks like a fancy dessert?)