Charlotte O’Flanagan and her team are popular artists at Colour World and this year will be no exception. Ahead of joining the event in May (tickets HERE) we caught up with our girl – who is the creative force behind Charlotte Paints Hair Studio, to find out what colours will be hot for all of you in 2025?
Fave colours to rave over
From bold to more gentle, here’s the round up of colours that will work for your clients and still express your creativity:
Burgundy: The Bold Yet Sophisticated Statement
Charlotte tells us that this rich, deep shade walks the line between a daring fashion colour and a natural hue. “It’s the perfect choice for the colder months” says Charlotte, and its luxurious depth ensures it remains a classic yet edgy choice.
“Burgundy is ideal for those clients who love making a statement while maintaining sophistication. It’s the perfect fit for clients looking to be adventurous with their hair while still keeping it polished.”
Go-to Burgundy Formula: 4.55 (double mahogany) + 6.62 (red violet) from Davines.
Apricot: The Fresh Glow for Spring
Abbey Clancy, and Olivia Attwood are two of the celebrities loving Apricot. Charlotte says: “Warm but soft apricot hues bring a fresh, sun-kissed glow to the complexion—just in time for spring.”
Charlotte tells us this perfect for clients looking for a subtle yet radiant change. Apricot pairs beautifully with green, blue, or light brown eyes, enhancing their natural complexion by adding warmth and glow.
Go-to Apricot Formula: A toner mix of 8.43 (copper gold) + 9.04 (natural copper) + 10.23 (violet gold) from Davines
Lived-In Blondes: The Effortless Elegance
2025 is all about effortless, low-maintenance beauty. Blonde can be delivered in a bespoke look tailored to each client while keeping hair healthier with less frequent salon visits. It’s perfect for clients who can’t commit to regular appointments, says Charlotte.
“The beauty of lived-in blondes is that its sn all-rounder that suits everyone—whether warm and caramel or bright and creamy, this customisable look is perfect for all shades of blonde.”
Go-to Lived-In Blonde Formula:
Scatter baby lights and lowlights, teasing with a soft natural root blend that matches the client’s base level, with a pop of brightness around the hairline. A no-tone approach can be warmed up with caramel or brightened to creamy perfection.
Scandinavian Brondes: The Luxurious Low-Maintenance Look
Charlotte is loving how you can move from Scandi-blondes to Scandi brunettes. Warm tones are making a major comeback, and low-maintenance hair remains a top priority for clients. Charlotte counsels this: “The Scandinavian Bronde blends dark blonde and warm tones for an expensive-looking finish, perfect for both winter and summer.”
“Best suited for light brown and dark blonde bases, this shade offers a subtle shimmer that catches the light beautifully.”
Go-to Scandinavian Bronde Formula:
7.73 (beige gold) + 7 (natural warm), applied as a reverse balayage on pre-lightened hair and toned with an 8 (natural warm) shade. All from Davines
That’s a wrap
Thank you Charlotte for the insights and the inspo! Can’t wait to host you at Colour World 2025 and see these great trends up close.
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