Should I Go Blonde?

Do you have a fringe haircut?

Do you have a budget in mind?

Are you ready to put in time and effort?

Have you decided on your wardrobe change?

Are you ready to make changes to your makeup kit?

Do you want to go blonde for an upcoming event?

Hairstylists find it difficult to color your hair when you have fringes. So, you will have to cut your fringes before going blonde, so this is something to consider if you like fringes. A plain hairstyle makes it that much easier for a hairstylist to figure out the right place and map the color accordingly. Another reason is that you have to maintain your fringes well when you go blonde and this can take up a lot of time and effort. If you're not or can't invest that time, cut out the fringes first.

Hair coloring can be expensive, but that mustn't deter you from coloring your hair the way you want. So, decide on a budget and talk to your hairstylist to understand what best she can do within your budget. Most hairstylists will be willing to give you a discount if you have a reasonable number in mind.

Going blonde is the easier part while maintaining it is the hard one. You should be ready to put in the time and effort to maintain it. This includes not just maintenance at home, but also visiting hair salons regularly to add toners and glosses, as the lightened color can fade away quickly. Talk to your hairstylist to understand the frequency of visit and the maintenance required, and make a decision accordingly.

Your wardrobe might need a change too because you'll need clothes that match your hairstyle. While this doesn't mean a complete overhaul, still you may have to add a few accessories and clothes that would better suit your hair color. This is especially true if you've changed from a warm to a cool tone.

Like clothes, your makeup kit will also need to be altered a bit to go with the new hair color. While there is no hard and fast rule on the change, wear what you have to see how it looks on you and make changes when needed. It totally depends on your preferences and what you think looks nice on you with that new hairstyle.

Dramatic changes to your looks can take some time to materialize, so give your hairstylist at least about six months for the transition. Sometimes, coloring may take a few iterations as well, so you need some patience to get the new look. If you're planning to go blonde for an upcoming event, plan ahead of time, as the new look may not be complete in a short time.

Just make sure you give it some time to get the perfect blonde look as it may take up to six months depending on your current hair color.