30 Copper Brown Hair Color Ideas for a Gorgeously-Glowy Look

In case you missed it, copper brown hair is the hair trend of 2024. Scroll through Instagram or TikTok for a few minutes, and you’re likely to spot the reflective, reddish-golden-brown color more times than you can count. This soft, versatile shade of red hair arguably looks good on everyone, which explains why so many influencers and celebrities have gravitated toward the look.

Plus, there are many ways to rock the flattering hue—so whether you like a bold look or a subtler style, there’s a copper brown hair color that’ll suit your preferences. Here, we’re sharing 30 takes on the trend we love, plus sharing some tips on how to keep your copper-colored hair bright and vibrant all season long.

Warm-Toned Copper Brown Hair Colors

Warm brown copper hair is earthy, alluring, and particularly stunning for those with warmer skin tones. Here are a few of our favorite ways to sport a warm copper hue.

1. Bright auburn copper

Bright copper-colored hair is a stunning blend of light brown with fiery red. The vivid hue is bold and statement-making, and stuns on fair and dark complexions alike. Get the look with an at-home copper hair dye like L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Lightest Auburn.

2. Cinnamon spice brown

Cinnamon spice copper brown hair is a warm, reddish-brown hair color inspired by the spice we all know and love. The addition of red tones lends depth to a classic brown base—and makes this multifaceted hue truly striking. To DIY the look, pick up a box of L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Medium Copper Brown.

3. Pumpkin spice

Pumpkin spice hair is nothing new, but we’ll never lose our love for this dimensional, autumnal hue. It’s flattering on fair and dark skin alike, vibrant but natural-looking, and far easier to attain than lighter or more vivid red shades, like peach or apricot.

4. Natural copper brown

Natural copper-colored hair can range from warm strawberry blonde to a deeper, sultrier auburn. The vibrant hue is rare—more so than brunette or blonde—and stuns on those with fair complexions.

5. Fiery copper

This traffic-stopping blend of deep, cool red wine tones with warm copper highlights is not for wallflowers. The rich and fiery color is full of drama, and shines when paired with equally attention-grabbing hairstyles like bouncy, voluminous waves. Recreate the show-stopping look at home with L’Oréal Paris Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Hair Color in Copper Crave.

6. Bronzed copper brown

This version of copper brown hair features warm auburn highlights interspersed throughout a natural, smoky brown base. The soft, subtle blend is ideal for those looking to experiment with copper hair without veering too far from their base shade. To color hair copper brown at home, reach for the L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Light Amber Brown.

7. Vivid copper

If you want a big change and aren’t afraid to stand out, vibrant copper-colored hair is the way to go. This vivid, fiery orange-red hue is bursting with personality, and it’s one of our favorite ways to fully lean into the copper hair trend. Keep in mind that red hair colors (especially ones as vibrant as this) can fade quickly. To keep your look going strong between touchups, reach for L’Oréal Paris Le Color Gloss One Step In-Shower Toning Gloss in Copper. This conditioning gloss helps enhance hair color while boosting shine for glossy, gorgeous-looking color.

Cool-Toned Copper Brown Hair Colors

While copper-colored hair tends to be warm, there are plenty of variations on the shade that lean cool, too. Keep scrolling to see a few of our favorites.

1. Burgundy copper

This cool-toned shade features a burgundy base blended with deep, cool-toned copper highlights. This stunning combination offers richness without skewing too warm, making it ideal for those with cooler complexions. Skip the salon and get a similar look at home with L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Chic Auburn Brown.

2. Mahogany with copper highlights

Brighten up your mahogany mane by asking your stylist to weave cool copper and bright auburn highlights throughout. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance color, consider asking for a root smudge—this technique blends your highlights into your natural root color for a more seamless grow-out.

3. Dark auburn

If you want to experiment with copper hair but aren’t ready to commit to a complete hair overhaul, consider trying a dark auburn hue. This cool-toned shade reads brown in low lighting, but displays its dimensional reddish undertones in the sun, making it a great way to ease yourself into a new hair color.

4. Sandy copper

Blondes looking to go red can soften the transition by taking sandy copper hair out for a spin. This cool, almost metallic hue—a variation of the ever-popular strawberry blonde—can easily be achieved with an at-home dye like L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Fade-Defying Shine Permanent Hair Color in Light Reddish Blonde (though, if you’re starting with a darker base, you may need to bleach your hair first).

5. Bronzed ginger

Bronze might be third place in official races, but we rank it as one of our favorite hair colors. Here, the metallic hue adds dimension to a cool ginger base color, resulting in a wearable copper that beautifully complements both fair and deep complexions.

Light Copper Brown Hair Colors

If you love a lighter brunette look but want to try out the copper hair color trend, there are gorgeous ways to celebrate something fiery while keeping it light.

1. Apricot

Consider this a playful twist on the classic copper brown hair shade. It blends warm, peachy blonde highlights with a touch of copper, creating a sunkissed, dimensional look that flatters light to medium skin tones.

2. Peachy copper

Vibrant peach highlights give copper brown hair a beachy twist. We suggest opting for balayage, rather than traditional highlights, to keep this summer color relatively low-maintenance. If you’re up for it, you can DIY your balayage at home with L’Oréal Paris Superior Preference Balayage At-Home Highlighting Kit in Dark Blonde to Light Brown.

3. Strawberry copper bronde

This shade celebrates one of our favorite summer fruits, mixing cool strawberry highlights throughout a warm copper base. The result is a gorgeous, multidimensional color. With a playful blend of warm and cool tones, this reddish-bronde hue can flatter a wide range of skin tones and undertones.

4. Two-toned copper

If you want to experiment with a brighter shade but are wary of bleaching your entire head, consider taking this two-toned look out for a spin. It features a pure copper base with lighter peach-toned highlights placed just around the face for brightness.

5. Dirty brown copper

Copper-colored hair doesn’t have to be vivid or bright to make a statement. We love how this toned-down take on the hue lends it an edgy vibe. If you want to stretch out the time between touchups, pair your color with shadow roots for an effortless, lived-in look.

6. Faded copper

Faded copper is ideal for those looking for a low-maintenance way to experiment with warmer hair. This beachy hue features a light brown root with summery copper and wheat highlights blended throughout. The effect is a blonde-adjacent shade that still falls distinctly in the copper realm.

Dark Copper Brown Hair Colors

If you identify as brunette through and through but want to spice things up for the season, try these dark copper hair color ideas.

1. Burnished copper brown

Sleek, sophisticated, and sultry: that’s how we’d describe this rich, red-brown hue. The deep shade bridges the gap between dark brown and cherry red, and can easily be attained at home with an at-home copper hair dye like L’Oréal Paris Excellence Creme Crème Permanent Triple Hair Color in Dark Mahogany Red.

2. Maple brown

Take inspiration from your favorite pancake topper with this luscious shade. Maple brown features a blend of golden, bronze, and red tones for a rich and reflective take on the copper hair trend.

3. Dark golden copper brown

Mixing metals—or in this case, metallic tones—is a great way to add intrigue to an otherwise classic look. Here, an espresso brown base is brightened up with the addition of warm golden-copper highlights that catch the light for a luminous, radiant effect. It’s glamorous, chic, and flatters both fair and deep complexions beautifully.

4. Violet copper brown

This trendsetting shade blurs the line between maroon and copper and boasts a distinctly cool overtone. The unique combination of pigments makes for a subtle, but still eye-catching, end result.

5. Chestnut copper brown

This copper brown hair color features a warm chestnut base with fine copper highlights woven throughout. It’s a dimensional and natural-looking red shade and is the perfect option for brunettes looking to ease their way into a more fiery hue.

6. Cowboy copper brown

It wouldn’t be a proper roundup of copper brown hair colors without a callout to the most famous of them all: cowboy copper. This popular shade channels the inherent warmth of well-worn leather, and it’s among our favorite ways to embrace copper-colored hair.

Copper Brown Ombré and Highlight Ideas

You don’t have to commit to an all-over color to experiment with copper hair. Highlights, balayage, and ombré all allow you to explore a new hue on your terms.

1. Copper brown balayage

If you’re a brunette who’s craving a touch of warmth, copper brown balayage might be your perfect match. This coloring technique involves hand-painting vibrant copper and rich maroon highlights onto a chocolatey base, creating a dimensional look that’s flattering for most skin tones.

2. Face-framing copper highlights

If you love a dramatic look, you might want to try out face-framing copper highlights or even a money piece. This very on-trend look is the perfect amount of edgy, and takes far less time to achieve than all-over highlights.

3. Pastel copper ombré

Vivid orange-red roots gradually lighten to a pinkish-toned copper in this head-turning ombré look. It might take a while in the salon chair to achieve, but as far as we’re concerned, the final look is well worth it.

4. Burgundy copper ombré

Burgundy copper ombré takes you on a true hue journey. Deep, luxurious burgundy at the roots melts seamlessly into muted copper at the ends, creating a captivating contrast and a look that demands attention.

5. Persimmon balayage

Experiment with vibrant color without enduring a whole head of bleach with this vivid look. It starts with an espresso brown base and features bright red and peach tones woven throughout for an impactful (and playful) homage to the copper hair trend.

6. Copper sienna balayage

This technique blends warm copper highlights with a hint of rich sienna, creating dimensional and natural-looking warmth. It’s earthy, it’s alluring, and it’s a copper brown hair color to remember.

How To Care for Copper Brown Hair

Once you achieve your dream hue, you want to ensure it stays bright and vibrant. Here are three tips to keep your color looking its best.

1. Use bonding treatments

If you had to lighten your hair to achieve your perfect copper shade, there’s a chance you may be dealing with some damage. To help repair your hair, swap out your existing haircare system for one designed to address just that.

Before showering, pre-treat your strands with L’Oréal Paris EverPure Bond Strengthening Pre-Shampoo Treatment. The color-safe formula penetrates deep into the hair fiber to help rebuild broken hair bonds and reduce breakage.

We also recommend replacing your existing shampoo and conditioner with L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo and L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Conditioner. Together, the lineup smooths, strengthens, and conditions brittle hair while helping to repair up to a year’s worth of damage in a single use.

2. Try a hair mask

Once a week (or as needed), give your color-treated strands some TLC with a deep conditioning hair mask. The L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Simply Clean Elastic Fiber Masque intensely nourishes and wraps hair in moisture for renewed softness and shine. Apply a generous amount to damp strands after shampooing, wait for five minutes, then rinse for soft, silky strands.

3. Minimize heat styling

Keeping heat styling to a minimum is crucial when it comes to maintaining your new copper brown hair. If you do need to break out the blow dryer, be sure to protect your hair. Set it to the lowest heat setting possible and prep your strands with L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Blow Dry Primer. The nourishing formula protects against temperatures up to 450^OF and leaves hair smooth and shiny with no weigh-down.

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