25 Trendy Brown Hair with Highlights for a Fresh Look

April 24, 2025

25 Trendy Brown Hair with Highlights for a Fresh Look

Looking to freshen up your brown hair without a drastic change? ✨
Brown hair with highlights is the ultimate upgrade—it’s low maintenance, ultra-flattering, and works year-round. From soft caramel ribbons to bold face-framing strands, the right highlights can completely transform your look while keeping things natural.

Why you'll love brown hair with highlights:

  • Adds depth, shine, and movement to your strands

  • Works on all lengths and textures

  • Lets you customize your look—from subtle to bold

  • Perfect for low-commitment color lovers

Ready to find your next hair obsession? Scroll through 25 highlight ideas that are all salon-approved and trending now!

👉 Save your faves and bring them to your stylist!

Brown Hair with Highlights List

1. Dimensional Chocolate Brown Waves with Ash Highlights

1. Dimensional Chocolate Brown Waves with Ash Highlights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

2. Medium Brown Lob with Cool Beige Highlights

2. Medium Brown Lob with Cool Beige Highlights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

3. Chestnut Brown Waves with Blonde Money Piece

3. Chestnut Brown Waves with Blonde Money Piece - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

4. Luxe Mocha Brown Layers with Subtle Golden Balayage

4. Luxe Mocha Brown Layers with Subtle Golden Balayage - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

5. Face-Framing Ash Highlights on Brunette Layers

5. Face-Framing Ash Highlights on Brunette Layers - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

6. Taupe-Toned Brunette with Wispy Layering

6. Taupe-Toned Brunette with Wispy Layering - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

7. Cinnamon Balayage on Dark Chocolate Waves

7. Cinnamon Balayage on Dark Chocolate Waves - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

8. Ash Bronde S-Curls with Shadow Root

8. Ash Bronde S-Curls with Shadow Root - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

9. Smoky Espresso with Muted Platinum Babylights

9. Smoky Espresso with Muted Platinum Babylights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

10. Golden Beige Balayage on Layered Light Brown Hair

10. Golden Beige Balayage on Layered Light Brown Hair - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

11. Espresso Brown Waves with Golden Honey Ribbons

11. Espresso Brown Waves with Golden Honey Ribbons - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

12. Ashy Brunette Balayage with Smoky Silver Highlights

12. Ashy Brunette Balayage with Smoky Silver Highlights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

13. Cool Mocha Brown with Muted Blonde Lowlights

13. Cool Mocha Brown with Muted Blonde Lowlights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

14. Soft Taupe Brunette with Champagne Highlights

14. Soft Taupe Brunette with Champagne Highlights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

15. Dark Walnut Waves with Beige Blonde Balayage

15. Dark Walnut Waves with Beige Blonde Balayage - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

16. Chestnut Brown with Caramel Highlights and Beachy Curls

16. Chestnut Brown with Caramel Highlights and Beachy Curls - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

17. Glossy Brunette with Buttery Blonde Threads

17. Glossy Brunette with Buttery Blonde Threads - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

18. Warm Cinnamon and Auburn Highlight Blend

18. Warm Cinnamon and Auburn Highlight Blend - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

19. Golden Chestnut Highlights on Medium Brown Hair

19. Golden Chestnut Highlights on Medium Brown Hair - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

20. Chocolate Copper Curls with Subtle Red Undertones

20. Chocolate Copper Curls with Subtle Red Undertones - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

21. Soft Chestnut Brown Lob with Whisper Highlights

21. Soft Chestnut Brown Lob with Whisper Highlights - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

22. Cool Brunette Balayage with Ashy Flowing Waves

22. Cool Brunette Balayage with Ashy Flowing Waves - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

23. Textured Brown Layers with Caramel Peekaboos

23. Textured Brown Layers with Caramel Peekaboos - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

24. Deep Chocolate Brown with Subtle Cinnamon Threads

24. Deep Chocolate Brown with Subtle Cinnamon Threads - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source

25. Dark Mocha Roots with Blonde Face-Framing Balayage

25. Dark Mocha Roots with Blonde Face-Framing Balayage - Brown Hair with HighlightsOriginal Source