Okay so long wavy hair is literally such a dream for so many of us! There’s just something special about healthy looking, shiny and well maintained long hair, styled in perfect waves (or naturally wavy). Which honestly makes sense because who doesn’t want that effortless beachy vibe?
While you can rock waves in so many different ways, there’s something specifically about long waves that just hits different. They’re romantic but also casual, you know? Ahead I’m sharing some of my absolute fave long wavy looks with all kinds of colors – from natural browns to bold platinums – that are taking over salons this year. Long wavy hair is basically the fancy way of saying “I woke up like this but make it gorgeous.” As anyone who’s fought with a flat iron knows, embracing your natural texture (or faking it with a curling wand) saves so much time – plus waves just look good on everyone.
1. Spiced Auburn Waves
This pumpkin spice auburn balayage is literally giving fall. Long wavy hair makes it even better! So warm and rich, the auburn tones are gorgeous. Those waves? They make the color super dimensional.
2. Honey Ombre Flow
Honey blonde ombre looks dreamy on long waves. It goes lighter gradually which is really natural looking. The waves show that transition perfectly! Beachy mermaid vibes without even trying.
3. Mushroom Bronde Beauty
Okay so mushroom bronde is unique. Like this cool brown blonde thing that’s hard to describe? The long waves make it soft and dimensional. Not many people do mushroom tones so it’s unexpected!
4. Rich Espresso Chocolate
Espresso with chocolate balayage is so luxurious. Deep colors like this don’t get enough credit! Movement comes from the waves with all those dark tones. Sophisticated and it never goes out of style.
5. Caramel Kiss Waves
Dark brown plus caramel highlights is amazing on long wavy hair. The caramel catches light so pretty. Those highlights look natural because of the waves! Never gets old, this classic combo.
6. Subtle Ash Dimension
If you don’t want dramatic this is it. Dark ash brown with subtle balayage works perfect! The ash keeps it cool and modern. Long waves add body and movement, sometimes subtle wins.
7. Copper Dream Waves
Copper auburn balayage is absolutely stunning on long waves. Not as intense as full red but still bold you know? The waves make it romantic and flowing. This color gets noticed in the best way!
8. Rose Gold Goddess
Rose gold blonde is so feminine. The pink tones are subtle but definitely there on long wavy hair! It looks soft and dreamy with waves. Trendy color that still feels wearable.
9. Icy Platinum Perfection
Platinum blonde goes really well with long wavy hair. Super bright and cool toned, the platinum is striking! Waves keep it from being too harsh. Bold and edgy but softer because of the waves.
10. Cool Ash Blonde
I recommend ash blonde balayage all the time. It looks expensive on long wavy hair! Cooler blonde is flattering. Texture without mess, that’s what waves give you.
11. Perfect Bronde Blend
Bronde balayage is literally the sweet spot. Not blonde, not brown, just perfect! The waves show all that dimension. This is probably the most versatile color honestly, works on everyone.
12. Caramel Bronde Magic
More warmth than regular bronde is what caramel bronde has. Those caramel tones really pop on long waves! Buttery and rich looking. The color melts together in the prettiest way you’ve ever seen.
13. Golden Honey Glow
Honey blonde balayage looks warm and pretty. Those honey tones flatter basically everyone! Waves add body. Like you just left the beach, that’s the vibe!
14. Triple Blonde Warmth
Golden honey caramel balayage is three warm blondes together. Long wavy hair shows every single tone! The dimension is crazy good. Complex but natural somehow?
15. Cherry Cola Vibes
Cherry cola burgundy balayage is fun and bold on long waves. Burgundy has cherry red undertones that are gorgeous! Romantic instead of edgy, that’s what waves do. Statement color for sure.
16. Champagne Side Sweep
From the side this champagne blonde balayage is elegant. The champagne is soft and sophisticated! Long waves flowing sideways look graceful. Every angle photographs beautifully with this.
17. Bronde to Blonde Balayage
Cool bronde looks different when you blend sunny blonde into mid ends. You see the waves cascade down and the color shift! Warmth and depth added in. Side views really show length and how it moves.
18. Chestnut Caramel Blend
Chestnut brown with caramel balayage is rich. It makes long wavy hair look full and healthy! Deep brown base, caramel lightens it. Perfect balance is what you get.
19. Copper Sunset
Like a sunset in hair form. Copper auburn ombre on long wavy hair is dramatic! More than balayage, the ombre effect is bold. Waves soften it though, fiery and beautiful.
20. Classic Chocolate Caramel
Chocolate brown with caramel balayage never goes out of style. Long waves make it expensive looking! The chocolate is rich. Sweet caramel adds light, together they’re amazing.
21. Bright Platinum Waves
Major hair goals. Platinum blonde on long wavy hair is so eye-catching! The platinum is bright. Softness comes from waves with such bold color, you need confidence but wow.
22. Dark Brown Voluminous Waves
Natural dark brown extra long wavy hair doesn’t need much more. Simple and gorgeous! Length and waves are the whole statement. Healthy, shiny, beautiful all on its own.
23. Deep Espresso Flow
Natural espresso brown is deep and rich. That dark chocolate brown is beautiful on long wavy hair! Movement comes from those long waves. One solid color is enough sometimes honestly.
24. Chocolate Balayage
From this angle this chocolate brown with caramel balayage is very obvious and pretty. The waves flow down your back and you can see everything! Caramel peeks through brown. Back views show off length really well.
25. Dirty Blonde Texture
Dirty blonde bronde balayage has that lived-in vibe. Long wavy hair looks effortless with this! Not too light or too dark. Casual, cool, works with literally everything you wear.
26. Espresso Caramel Highlights
Beautiful contrast happens with espresso brown and caramel highlights. Those lighter pieces show up great on long waves! The caramel pops against dark base. Always works, this classic combo.
27. Honey Balayage
Honey blonde balayage frames your face from the front. Long waves cascade forward perfectly! Everything brightens up with honey tones. People see front views first so this flatters you.
28. Golden Honey Money Pieces
Pure sunshine is what golden honey blonde money pieces add to your look. Long wavy hair just glows with this! All those golden tones catch light. It looks warm and happy.
29. Ashy Platinum Cool
Cooler than regular platinum. Ashy platinum blonde on long wavy hair looks modern! The waves keep it feminine and soft. Cool tones are trending hard right now.
30. Warm Caramel Brown
Caramel brown highlights is warm and inviting. The caramel brings golden tones out! Everything looks bouncy and full with waves. Honestly a feel-good color.
31. Elegant Champagne
Sophisticated and classy, that’s champagne blonde balayage. Long wavy hair looks expensive with champagne! The color is blonde but soft. Refined and pretty.
32. Deep Burgundy Mahogany
Deep burgundy mahogany is dramatic in a good way. Those deep red purple tones are rich on long wavy hair! Waves make it romantic and flowing. Such a statement with this color!
33. Extra Long Golden
Ultimate mermaid vibes. Golden blonde balayage on extra long wavy hair is impressive! The length is crazy and golden tones are gorgeous. So much volume and movement from waves, basically the long hair dream.
