If it has the word “chocolate” in it, what’s not to like? But seriously, chocolate brown is such a rich and luscious hue for hair, much like its dessert counterpart, that a lot of celebrities have chosen it as their go-to color (looking at you, Bella Hadid!).

This shade of brown is pretty universal, complementing a range of skin tones and eye colors. And it is more versatile than you might think, too. You can wear it in one solid color throughout your hair or you can experiment with a balayage or ombre look. You can opt for tonal shades of brown or add blonde or red highlights for added dimension. Try an unusual color like pink or purple for an even more unique look.

Whether you’re a brunette touching up your natural color or a blonde looking to go dark, we strongly suggest you try a delicious, glossy shade of chocolate brown. Ahead are some celeb-approved styles to give you inspiration.

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Katie Holmes’ Dark Chocolate Brown Hair

Nothing could be more timeless than a solid dark brown hue like Katie Holmes’. It’s simple and fuss-free yet rich and sumptuous. The darker the color, the shinier the hair, too — check out that beautiful gloss on Katie’s locks!

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Anne Hathaway’s Dip-Dyed Chocolate Brown Hair

Want to rock the dip-dye trend without looking too punky? Try this style on Anne Hathaway, which consists of a chocolate color with just a touch of blonde at the ends for a relatively low-key ombre look.

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Mindy Kaling’s Chocolate Brown Ombre

For an ombre look that’s just a tad bolder, try a higher contrast between the two shades of brown. This is a color combo that pops and it complements Mindy Kaling’s skin tone beautifully.

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Khloe Kardashian’s Chocolate Brown Hair with Face-Framing Highlights

Here’s a chocolate look with highlights that really illuminate the face. Khloe Kardashian keeps the blonde highlights mostly around the front part while keeping the rest a dark chocolate color, and the result is a balayage look that showcases her pretty face.