It's not scientifically proven that blondes have more fun, but for as often as we see celebrity hair trends surrounding this bright hue, we're inclined to believe there's some truth to the old adage. Thankfully, genetic makeup doesn't have to stand in the way of living life on the blonde side. There are countless shades anyone can achieve with the help of a skilled colorist.
Determining the perfect blonde for everyone is no one-size-fits-all formula, though. According to Michael Canalé, Jennifer Aniston's colorist and the owner of Canalé Salon in Beverly Hills, it's all about undertones. "First look at the undertone of the skin. Then break it down from there," he says. "I check under the wrist, and if I see blue veins, they are a cool-toned. Green veins mean they are warm-toned." Seems simple enough, but according to Riawna Capri, famed hairstylist and co-founder of Nine Zero One Salon and In Common Beauty, a photo can communicate better than words. "I'm very big into not telling your stylist what to do. Show them what you like, and show them what you do not like," she told us. "Don't just tell them words. Hairstylists are artists; visuals mean a lot more."
To help you nail down the perfect blonde for your skin tone, we tapped the experts for their favorite methods and pulled some examples you can take to your next salon visit. Ahead, find out which shades are most suitable for deep, olive, and fair skin tones, and don't forget to shop our edit of the best blonde-maintaining products, too.