Remember how Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s rich burgundy hair stole the spotlight in Paris just days ago? At L’Oréal Paris’ Le Défilé at Place Joffre on September 28, the actor stepped out with deep wine-toned lengths that gave her beauty look a dramatic yet sophisticated finish. Her hair colour was identified as a rich burgundy-red, complementing her velvet couture look and crystal detailing.
The timing could not be better. With the festive season bringing out silk saris, jewel-toned lehengas and embellished eveningwear, a new hair colour can be an easy way to refresh your look while complementing your wardrobe. Bachchan’s Paris appearance is also a reminder that colour does not have to mean going dramatically bright. Deep reds, glossy browns, warm coppers and even jewel-toned accents can work beautifully with darker Indian hair.
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Here are six festive hair colours to consider this season, each with a celebrity reference to take to your colourist.
Burgundy
Aishwarya’s deep burgundy is the obvious place to begin. Sitting between red, wine and plum, the shade brings dimension to dark hair while retaining a sophisticated depth. It catches the light without becoming overly bright, making it particularly striking with gold jewellery and rich festive textures. At L’Oréal Paris’ Le Défilé in Paris, Aishwarya paired her burgundy hair with an all-black look, letting the colour provide the drama. For a festive wardrobe, black, ivory and champagne gold make equally elegant companions.
Cherry Cola
Dua Lipa has already made a case for the dark red family with her much-discussed Cherry Coke-inspired hair. Her colourist described the shade as vibrant but dark, landing somewhere between red and brown. That makes cherry cola an appealing option if you want something warmer than burgundy but still deep enough to feel polished. It can add a subtle red sheen to brunette hair rather than looking like an obvious colour transformation. Try it with emerald green, blush pink or ivory to create a festive contrast without overwhelming the hair colour.
Espresso Brunette
Hailey Bieber’s latest espresso brunette offers inspiration for anyone who would rather stay close to their natural hair colour. In September 2026, she debuted her darkest brunette shade in more than a decade, with a rich espresso tone that falls well below the shoulders. The colour feels sleek, glossy and understated, working particularly well when the jewellery and outfit are already making a statement. An ivory sari, gold lehenga or emerald green ensemble can bring out the depth of an espresso brunette beautifully.
Soft Copper
Emma Stone has long made copper hair feel like a signature, and her soft copper shade at the 2026 Oscars showed why the colour remains so appealing. Her luminous copper was refined rather than fiery, with a rich finish that looked especially polished under red-carpet lighting. A softer version can bring warmth and brightness to festive looks without going fully orange-red. Ivory creates an elegant contrast, while teal and deep chocolate brown can make the copper tones appear even richer.
Auburn Copper
Daisy Edgar-Jones offers another take on the red family with her glossy auburn-copper hair. She debuted the shade in June 2026, joining the year’s growing movement towards warmer copper tones. The colour sits comfortably between brunette and copper, making it an option for anyone who wants a visible change without committing to a highly saturated red. Pair it with forest green for a jewel-toned contrast, or keep things softer with cream and champagne shades.
Purple, Blue And Green Ombre
Anna Paquin went in a completely different direction when she traded her blonde hair for a colourful mermaid-inspired look, combining blue, purple and green. She had wanted purple and blue hair for years, and her colourist created the look using multiple blue and purple tones.
The idea can be adapted for the festive season through softer jewel-toned ends, a concentrated ombre or strategically placed streaks. Since the hair is already making a statement, silver, midnight blue and black are ideal outfit choices that let the colours become the festive statement.
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The right festive hair colour ultimately comes down to how much change you want to see and how much upkeep you are comfortable with. A skilled colourist can adjust the depth, placement and intensity to suit your natural hair, complexion and wardrobe, turning celebrity inspiration into something that feels distinctly your own.
