Molten Brunette Is Autumn’s Most Luxurious Hair Colour Trend
This autumn and winter, the classic brunette comes with an extra precious glow. Enter “molten brunette” – a deep, shimmering shade of brown that looks expensive and luxurious. Already adopted by celebrities and It-girls alike in anticipation of the falling temperatures, this shade is both red carpet-ready and swiftly being adopted by the street-style set. So far in 2025, we’ve seen hair colour trends spanning cherry cola to ginger spice, mocha mousse to vibrant copper. Molten brunette is the colour to know about before your next salon visit.
What is the molten brunette hair colour trend?
Brunettes have been having a whole lot of fun this year, with everything from toffee shades to mocha massively trending. “Molten brunette” describes a shade of brown that evokes the heat of molten metal, creating a sumptuous glow. Neither a solid brown nor a deep caramel, this colour marries chocolate, amber and mocha tones to give the impression of light flowing between strands. The result: hair with a liquid, almost iridescent shine.
The trick to that molten brunette glow is how subtly multi-dimensional it is. The dark brown is not an austere, uniform or blocky shade, but a deep and warming sweep of dark colour that catches the winter light, whether your hair is straight, wavy or curly. The effect feels discreet yet sophisticated, giving the complexion a much-needed glow throughout the colder months.
How to wear molten brunette
Ready to switch it up for autumn and winter? This iridescent shade flatters deep and fair complexions alike. Molten brunette is easily maintained too.
Mia Goth and Greta Lee are fans. Goth recently showed off her darker hair at the Frankenstein premiere during the London Film Festival, styled in a chic chignon by celebrity hairstylist Christian Wood. On another occasion, Goth wore it long and loose with a middle part, embracing the body and shine the shade offers. Lee, who works with hairstylist Jenny Cho, styles her sensual shade of brunette in sculptural updos, arpeggiated layers and in a stick-straight style.