It feels like the 90s are back with the return of chunky highlights. We never thought we’d see this trend again, but here it is. Of course, you can be a skeptic or not even like them, but the chances are you will change your mind after going over the below hairstyles.

What Are Chunky Highlights?

Chunky highlights are large sections of hair a few shades lighter than your natural color. They create a stark contrast with the rest of your hair, rather than blended highlights, which have a more subtle look.

Chunky Highlights

Read on to learn how to do the chunky highlights and why they are different from the thin version, and to check out the most vibrant looks.

1. Red, Grey & Black

Black hair with blonde or caramel highlights does give you the space to experiment a lot, and this hairstyle is here to prove exactly that.

Ideal For: It will look much more alluring on long hairdos. There is a larger canvas for the artistry of these chunky highlights.

How to Style: Do a super-straight and sleek mane so that everyone will be able to see your new look.

2. Electric Blue

Another proof that black is a versatile hair color. Add even more depth to it with the stunning dark blue hair color.

Ideal For: Everyone who wants to refresh a boring and plain black hairdo can do it with hints of blue.

How to Style: Search for a hairstyle that will put the hair dye into the spotlight. That is possible with an updo as well.

3. Black & Vibrant

Are you prepared for the biggest change in your life? The chunky highlights can also come in several different hues.

Ideal For: So good for all hair lengths, but most appropriate for the younger gals. It doesn’t mean that adults should not get it, but they usually have to have a work-appropriate mane.

How to Style: Let the hair down and keep it straight. Just make sure to protect the vibrant pink, blue and purple hair tones with special shampoos.