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32 Best Blonde Hair Color Ideas for 2019, From Platinum to Deep Strawberry Shades

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There are so many ways to go blonde. You can throw in some highlights, or spend all day at the salon to copy Marilyn Monroe's iconic platinum style. Depending on how willing you are to maintain your color, there's a shade that's perfect for you. Get your inspiration right here, as we present the wide range of blonde shades that exists.

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Platinum Blonde

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Super-white hair is a modern interpretation of retro platinum blonde shades; Lady Gaga's version, with a hint of pale yellow, is truer to the platinum of the past and perfectly complements her retro 'do.

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2

White Blonde

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If you have a complexion with warm undertones like Eva Marcille and want a dramatic change, go for a pixie cut and bleach it platinum blonde.

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3

Icy Blonde

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Any easy way to avoid breakage when your color calls for a lot of bleach: Cut your hair super-short like Katy Perry did when she went platinum.

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Sparkling Platinum Blonde

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Forget her iconic makeup and style! Marilyn Monroe's bombshell blonde shade always gives us color envy. If you wish to find out if gentlemen really do prefer blondes, her classic look is the way to go.

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Cool Gold Blonde

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Michelle Williams's ultra-light hair color isn't for the meek. If you're not afraid to try this bold shade, the result will be absolutely gorgeous. And don't forget to invest in a purple shampoo to keep your color vibrant.

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Old School Blonde

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Gwen Stefani's iconic hair color is the perfect shade if you're going for an edgy look. Just know it takes a lot of upkeep!

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7

Ashy Blonde

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Julianne Hough's modern waves pop even more with cool highlights and a pretty ash base color. Pair a shimmery shade like this with darker brown brows for a high-impact look.

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8

Highlighted Blonde

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Miley Cyrus hit us with some nostalgia when she recently debuted her new (old?), Hannah Montana hairstyle. Her freshly dyed platinum blonde locks have tons dimension thanks to a dusting of subtle highlights throughout. Does this mean she's bringing her Disney Channel alter ego back?!

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Sunny Blonde

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Elizabeth Moss's shade of blonde reads as both bright and soft because of light and medium tones that blend together beautifully.

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Dark-Rooted Blonde

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Paris Jackson's intense ombré starts out dark brown at the roots and quickly becomes a golden blonde shade through most of the length.

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Warm Gold Blonde

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For a blonde that looks great with almost anything, try Reese Witherspoon's stunning buttery shade.

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Pale Strawberry Blonde

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January Jones' pinkish blonde hair color is great for women with already-light hair who want to try something subtly bold.

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13

Buttery Blonde

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A sexy supermodel staple, Christie Brinkley's golden blonde shade screams '70s summer goddess.

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14

Champagne Blonde

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For color that says "I just went on vacation" all year long, ask your stylist to dye your hair the same brilliant warm shade that Claire Danes is wearing here.

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Full-Spectrum Highlights

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Holly Hunter's hair is a goldmine of blonde shades, with highlights and lowlights ranging from super-light blonde to deep caramel.

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Beachy Blonde

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Gorgeous waves that feel like summertime aren't hard to achieve. Just add honey highlights and let your hair shine.

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17

Light Golden Blonde

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Nene Leakes clearly knows blondes have more fun. To breathe new life into her pixie, she opted for a color that complements her complexion.

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Honey Blonde

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A classic honey blonde like Carrie Underwood's warms up any fair complexion.

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High-Contrast Ombré Blonde

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Looking for inspiration for your next ombré dye job? Take Lauren Conrad's style to your salon. Dark roots gradually fade into a very light blonde.

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Sandy Blonde

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Jennifer Lawrence's beachy waves are a perfect match for this equally beachy blonde shade.

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