Silver and ash blonde ombre looks are relatively new additions to the styling scene. They make hair look gilded, sterling, nearly metallic. They have an otherworldly charm, reminiscent of fairy creatures from the legends of the Celts and the Norsemen. How did these muted colors, which make women dye their hair nearly gray, become such strong trends? We’ve got forty amazing pictures below, which will help you to understand just how gorgeous ash and silver can look on one’s hair.

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Ash Blonde and Silver Ombre Hairstyles

It’s always good to have a choice. Someone is obsessed with bright ombre looks, featuring unnatural hair colors, and someone goes for more sophisticated silver and ash blonde fades. Are the latter going to make you look like an older woman? Not really, if you are young and use make up, a rich lip color, for instance.

#1: Ashy Blonde with Shadow Root

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Flaxen blonde balayage is always an option for girls who want to settle for a lighter shade but not to turn out too flashy either. The best part about this hue is that it perfectly suits any skin tone, so you can feel free to experiment with this gorgeous hair color.

#2: Brown to Gray Ombre Hair

Rock your ombre hair without getting strange looks at the office with this subtle fade to silver gray tips. The key to a natural gray ombre is choosing a darker shade of silver that will seem to flow out harmoniously from your dark base.

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#3: Charming Silver Locks

Waves always work like a charm with an ash blonde ombre, especially when paired with such alluring ashy tones like the one in the pic. With this deep silver hue, your mane will definitely draw everyone’s attention, no matter where you go!

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#4: Casual Ash Blonde Ombre

Casual ash blonde ombre is yet another style that can be flawlessly rocked in any setting, so give it a go. Make these gorgeous soft waves using a curling iron to add texture and dimension to your locks.