Dark hair colors are especially striking on short hair. Lighter hair is just fine, but black, brown or deeply colorful tones really pop against light skin. Striking, electric hair colors like blue and red look great on dark skin. There are tons of ways to use dark hair to punch up your appearance.

Dark Hair Colors for Short Hair

Short dark hair on women looks so edgy and sophisticated. Adding various colorful highlights will make these hairstyles even prettier. There are tons of ways to use dark hair to punch up your appearance.

So, if you’re looking to try a dark hair color on your short hair, the below styles are to help you get the look you want.

1. Brown Pixie Cut

Against pale skin, even short, dark brown hair stands out. A hazelnut hue will draw eyes to you, but it’s this short pixie that will reveal your dark eyes and the beautiful face underneath. Try a side part with short, swooping bangs.

2. Blonde Balayage

Balayage on short dark hair is the stylish way to lighten your appearance without having to lighten all of your hair. Focus honey-colored blonde highlights on bangs that swoop towards your cheekbone for a face-brightening effect.

3. Navy Blue Bob

Short dark blue hair is striking against fair skin with warm undertones. Pick a perfect navy blue color for your chin-length bob hairstyle and ask your stylist to put an ash toner on the ends of hair for a faded denim look.

4. Eggplant Purple Hair

Short dark purple hair may be bold, but it will look fierce on a pixie bob. Make it edgy and add a pop of purple magenta over one ear. Short layers cut throughout the hair add plenty of bouncy volume.

5. Red Asymmetrical Bob

Roots aren’t just for blondes. We love the way these dark burgundy roots look on short dark red hair. Cut your bob in a slightly asymmetrical style for an elevated vibe.