Hair
Aug 22, 2023

Cowboy Copper Hair Is Trending and an Expert Told Me All About It

by Grace Lindsay

The copper hair trend is back, but this year, it's had a rebrand. Say hello to "cowboy copper" hair. Thanks to TikTok, this hair color is set to be everywhere this season, with the hashtag #cowboycopperhair racking up a cool 4.7 million views and counting. If you're not yet familiar with this autumn hair trend, then you've come to the right place, as I spoke to Emma Vickery, creative director at Percy & Reed, to get all the information you could ever need and more.

Not only that, but I asked Vickery exactly how to make this color work for each of us, as we know that when it comes to beauty and hair trends, it's not a one-size-fits-all approach. In fact, sometimes these TikTok terms can feel quite exclusionary, but here at Who What Wear UK, we're all about making beauty fun and accessible for everyone. So, if you want to give the cowboy copper hair trend a go, keep on scrolling…

Emily Ratajkowski with cowboy copper hair

Photo:

@emrata

First things first, what on earth is "cowboy" copper? "This hair color is the fusion of leather tones [hence, 'cowboy'] with classic redhead shades," explains Vickery. "Coined 'cowboy copper', this shade delves slightly deeper into brunette undertones whilst being infused with the richness of deep copper accents. This stands in contrast to the conventional golden hues, resembling a harmonious blend of brunette and redhead aesthetics."

a girl taking a selfie with cowboy copper hair

Photo:

@nnennaechem

I love how these lighter, caramel colors that frame the face shine in the sunlight.

a girl at a restaurant with glossy cowboy copper hair

Photo:

@laurennicolefk

This hair has a glossy finish that helps to bring out the brunette and copper tones.

a girl on the beach with curly cowboy copper hair

Photo:

@anaasmood

Auburn-colored hair can look so good with pink, orange and red tones in your clothes and accessories.

a girl posing with long, curly cowboy copper hair

Photo:

@cassiskovic

Have you ever seen such an incredible head of hair? The blend of golden-red and caramel tones is just beautiful.

a girl with vibrant copper hair posing for the camera

Photo:

@anthonyholguin

This is classic copper hair at its finest.

a girl in an oversized bomber jacket with cowboy copper hair

Photo:

@anthonyholguin

You can really tell that this hair color has been tailored to the client, as it suits her skin tone perfectly.

Pureology

Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner Duo

$67

Shop Now

"Hydrate your hair from within and without—sip on water and indulge in hydrating products," says Vickery, as moisture is magic when it comes to copper hair. For a hydrating shampoo and conditioner duo, I recommend this pair from Pureology.

Vegamour

Gro Hair Serum for Thinning Hair

£64

Shop Now

It's important not to forget about your scalp either, and I love using serums to keep mine healthy. Dedicated scalp products "nurture natural sebum flow, invigorate follicle circulation and channel nutrients for vibrant locks," says Vickery.