Hailey Bieber Just Made Espresso Brown Hair Our Latest Obsession—Here Are 12 Ways to Wear the Shade

The Gist

• Hailey Bieber recently debuted a deep espresso brown hair color, offering fresh inspiration for going darker this season.

• Celebrities like Dakota Johnson, Selena Gomez, and Hailee Steinfeld prove the rich brunette shade works across a variety of cuts and styles.

• From subtle balayage to slicked-back buns, InStyle rounds up 12 espresso brown hair ideas to recreate this season.

We've got into espresso brown nails , clothing, and accessories, so it only feels natural that our hair would eventually follow suit. And leave it to the trendsetters like Hailey Bieber to make the case for going darker. This past weekend, makeup artist and m.ph by Mary Phillips founder Mary Phillips took to Instagram to show off her latest glam on Mrs. Bieber. While the soft brown-and-pink makeup—featuring plenty of Rhode products —was certainly worth a closer look, the internet couldn't help but notice Bieber's hair. The mogul and model appears to have taken her brunette to one of the darkest shades we've seen her in a while: a deep, glossy espresso brown. And we know how the Hailey Bieber beauty cycle tends to go. She debuts a new look, and suddenly we're reconsidering our next salon appointment.

Luckily, there's no shortage of inspiration if you're tempted to go to the dark side (or simply want to give your current brunette a refresh). Espresso brown can be worn glossy and uniform, softened with layers and fringe , or dressed up with your favorite styling tricks. From Dakota Johnson 's signature soft bangs and Emily Ratajkowski's model-ready updos to Bella Hadid's Y2K-inspired accessories , there are plenty of ways to make the deep brunette shade your own.

Ahead, discover 12 espresso brown hair looks guaranteed to satisfy your brunette craving.

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Dark Roast

Hailey Bieber is officially on the dark side. Alongside Phillips, celebrity hairstylist Irinel de León debuted the star's new look on Instagram , featuring a deep espresso brown by colorist Matt Rez. The moody shade brings extra richness to Bieber's chest-length hair, while piecey layers keep the dark color from feeling too heavy.

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Espresso After Dark

Kim Kardashian has made deep brunette shades a signature over the years, save for a few memorable ventures into blonde. This cool-toned espresso brown is especially striking, with a rich, uniform finish that makes her hair look impossibly glossy.

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Cherry Cola

Ashley Graham gives classic espresso brown a cherry-cola twist with subtle reddish highlights woven throughout. The warmer ribbons add dimension to her deep brunette base, especially when paired with soft, cascading waves.

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Sweet Chocolate Waves

Keke Palmer serves up a sweeter take on espresso brown with this warm, chocolaty hue. Soft waves bring out the richness of the color, while blunt bangs give the look a bold finishing touch.

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Subtle Balayage

Shay Mitchell proves that espresso brown doesn't have to be one-note. Soft balayage subtly lightens her deep brunette base, adding just enough dimension while keeping the overall look rich and dark.

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Y2K-Coded Accessories

From Hailey Bieber to Bella Hadid, stars can't get enough of the nostalgic zigzag headband. The throwback accessory looks especially good against Hadid's deep espresso brown, pulling her hair away from her face while putting the rich shade on full display.

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A Sleek Lob

Need a medium-length option? Take a cue from Selena Gomez, whose glossy espresso brown lob puts the rich shade front and center. The deep, solid color gives the polished cut even more impact.

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Mermaid Vibes

Ashtin Earle gives espresso brown a mermaid-inspired twist with long, perfectly crimped waves . To recreate the look, use a hair crimper to add consistent bends from roots to ends for plenty of texture and volume.

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Soft Fringe

Dakota Johnson strikes the perfect balance between sultry and sweet with her signature fringe. Wispy bangs soften the intensity of her espresso brown hue, giving the dark shade an effortless, romantic feel.

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Elegant Updo

The best part about having dark hair? An updo always looks good. Take a cue from Emily Ratajkowski and pair your espresso brown with a swept-up style and moody makeup for an instantly model-ready finish.

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Long Tousled Waves

Prefer to keep your locks? Meghan Markle shows off the softer side of espresso brown with tousled, free-flowing waves. The subtle texture adds movement and dimension, letting the glossy color do the rest.

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Slicked-Back Bun

Another perk of dark hair? You can get away with day-two (or even day-three) strands a little more easily. When wash day can't wait, a slicked-back bun like Hailee Steinfeld's is a match made in hair heaven.

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