FAIR SKIN Ombré

FAIR SKIN

Ombré

Yes, we're still into ombré. More specifically, Jessica Biel's ombré. The varying dark-to-light shades blend together so there aren't any harsh lines. "The color actually threads to the top around her face," Josh says, which keeps it from looking severe around her fair skin. To steal Biel's look, ask your colorist for a medium brown base and stick within a two-shades-lighter range through the tips. A bonus styling trick from Josh: "Waves look the best with ombré," he says. "Worn straight, you can see how the color is painted in."

FAIR SKIN Mahogany

FAIR SKIN

Mahogany

Katie Holmes's dark, even shade may be understated, but it's still rich. "It starts with a really chocolatey base, but there's a hint of ruby," says colorist Rona O'Connor. Ultradark shades can look goth against light complexions, but that little tinge of red has a big impact: "It comes through in thick ribbons, and because the shades are very close to each other, it looks really soft," says O'Connor.