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1Add a gringe
Getty ImagesIf you're a fringe commitment phobe, the gringe (aka grown out fringe) is your solution. Just make sure your hairdresser cuts it when your hair is dry…
2Use a toner
If you've invested a lot of time and money into your blonde hair and want a change that doesn't involve moving to the dark side, try a toner. Bleach London's White Toner, £7 is semi-permanent and will give your hair a silver ashy hue. Via
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3Switch up your texture
If you're itching for a change but don't want to make a cut, or colour commitment, change your texture. If you normally go for the sleek look, embrace your natural curls, or vice versa. Just do you. Via
4Add layers
Getty ImagesLayers were all the rage in the '90s/'00s and now thanks to Hailey Baldwin they are back. Ask your hairdresser for some face flattering layers to add some piecey-ness.
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5Go caramel
It's not all about going darker in winter. If you want to go lighter, try starting gradually with honey and caramel coloured highlights. Via
6Go one shade darker
Getty ImagesWe know it's tempting to go full on Morticia Addams come winter, but by darkening your hair by just one shade a la Emma Watson, you get a new look that won't be completely irreversible come summer.
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7Add some lowlights to your highlights
Getty ImagesIf you add a few subtle highlights to your hair in the summer months, then why not add some darker lowlights for winter. Plus you will still have some lighter pieces left when summer rolls around again.
8Darken your roots
Getty ImagesNot only will this look satisfy your dark hair craving, it will also save you some money when you're too poor to get your roots done come January.

Laura is a former writer for Cosmopolitan UK, covering everything beauty and fashion related and specialises in makeup, plus-size fashion and the world of YouTube. Her favourite pastime is reminding everyone of that one time she met Charlie Hunnam and Jason Momoa. Please don't ask to see the pictures...
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