The Most Stylish People in Paris Are Changing Their Hair Colour to This Low-Maintenance Shade for Spring

It's pretty clear since the start of the year that 2025 is the era of low-maintenance beauty treatments and routines, and this is particularly true of hair trends.
Whilst bolder hues dominated 2024, more low-maintenance colour techniques are leading the way this year. And, as we've been looking closely at the streets of Paris in recent weeks with fashion month drawing to a close, we've noticed one particular hair colour trend coming through. Some of the chicest women in the French capital have already pinpointed "worn blonde" as the most elegant, low-effort hue to opt for this spring.
There's no denying that vibrant hair colours for spring look extremely cool and elevated, but they require a lot of upkeep, both at home and in the salon. So, you'll be glad to know that worn blonde is an undemanding shade that looks extremely sophisticated but is also very easy to care for.
What Is "Worn Blonde" Hair?
Unlike icier, lighter blonde shades, worn blonde is a more natural hue. Think deeper honey and caramel shades mixed in with the traditional buttery blonde we all know and love. This richer colour will fit more seamlessly with those who have darker roots and requires fewer touch-ups than other blonde colours.
What Are the Benefits of Choosing a Worn-Blonde Hair Colour?
Worn blonde is perfect for those who want their hair colour to evolve throughout the year without having to go for multiple salon appointments. This is because the shade will look good when it's first done and just as chic when darker roots start to grow. This will not only save you money but will also keep your hair healthier and shinier because you won't be consistently bleaching it. Not to mention, the deeper honey-like hue will suit a wider range of skin tones and undertones than ashier shades. Plus, if braids are your hairstyle of choice, like they are mine, I can assure you that worn blonde will look great.
Still not fully convinced? I've rounded up some of my favourite worn-blonde hair inspo below. From raffia highlights to fully-dyed hair, keep scrolling for some of the chicest ways to do it, then browse my edit of the best products to get the worn-blonde hair look at home.
Worn-Blonde Hair Inspiration
A worn-blonde hue is perfect for the warmer months when you want a low-effort shade that still looks elegant. Plus, it looks great with any hairstyle.
Worn-blonde hair looks just as good on warmer skin tones.
Try some lighter, blonder highlights to take your worn-blonde hair to the more traditional side of blonde.
Proof that darker brunette roots look just as good with worn-blonde hair.
Even celebrities are buying into the trend. How sophisticated does Lily-Rose Depp look?
The best thing about worn-blonde hair? You can make it work with any hair type, from straight lengths to waves and curls.
Best Products for Worn Blonde Hair:
Our beauty editors adore these hair glosses by Dphue. They give a luxe-looking colour plus a shiny finish for all-round at-home maintenance.
This ammonia-free formula is perfect for those with sensitive scalps looking for a gentler dye.
Add mirror-like shine to your hair with this conditioning colour gloss.
Use this between salon visits to refresh your worn-blonde colour and leave your hair with a mirror-like shine.
Bleach London's non-permanent hair colour will gradually fade with washing, allowing you to hop on the worn-blonde trend without having to fully commit.
For those who don't like the look of out-grown roots, this cover-up from Color Wow is for you.
Clean roots are a must for any healthy-looking colour, and this shampoo from Ouai is one of our favourites.
This conditioner uses honey-derived humectants to protect your hair against oxidation, as well as edelweiss flower extract to prevent dry ends.
Coloured hair needs to be treated with care, and this repairing treatment works to strengthen dry and damaged lengths
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