40 Fun Purple Hair Color Ideas to Try in 2022

Purple Hair Ideas

Purple hair is edgy, cool, and effortlessly chic. There are many colors to choose from, from light and dark to everything in between, making it easy to find the perfect hue to suit your preference and complement your skin tone. You can also get creative with how you add purple to your hair, choosing from one of the many techniques; this could include chunky highlights that demand attention or subtle balayage that blends with the hair. Or, go big and bold with split dye or rainbow colors. Purple hair is expressive and fun, allowing you to show off your playful side and let the world know you are someone who takes risks. If you are looking to transform your appearance and channel your favorite anime look,  then try out these fun purple hair color ideas.

1. Silver and Purple Hair

Silver and purple are two colors that work well together and are complementary. Blending the hues will create a metallic finish, giving your hair a shimmer. This is great for creating depth and dimension. The color is also easier to wear because it’s darker and less vibrant.

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2. Lavender Purple

Lavender is a medium purple with pink tones and is a pretty color associated with grace, calmness, and devotion; choosing to dye your hair this hue could be a great way to celebrate your femininity and channel these qualities. Lavender is versatile and can be added to hair of all lengths and textures, giving you a chic hairstyle that is super playful.

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3. Vibrant Purple Money Piece

The money piece has been around since the 90s but has made a comeback in recent months because it is so effortlessly cool. The color is focused around the hairline only and is great for brightening the appearance and creating a face-framing effect. While creating a money piece with natural dyes is subtle, using a bright shade like purple will create a contrast.

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4. Pastel Purple Hair

Pastel colors are often favored for hair dye because they have a light, washed-out appearance, making them easier to wear and flattering on most people. The softness of the color means you will not have to change your makeup routine drastically and will create less contrast than more saturated shades of purple.

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5. Purple Balayage

If you want to add purple to your hair naturally and subtly, do it with balayage. Balayage is a coloring technique created by hand painting the color onto the hair, creating a sweeping effect. With bold hues like purple, it is a great way to give your hair a lift.

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6. Purple Wavy Hair

Wavy hair is naturally textured and great for showing off color. Purple hair is fun and expressive and can be added to all hair textures, but wavy locks are great because they have natural movement and will show off highlights. It is also easier to disguise signs of damage and dryness on wavy hair than on straight.

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7. Grayish Purple Hair

A grayish purple hue is less vibrant than many other purple shades, making it easier to wear and a more subtle approach to dyeing your hair purple while keeping the cool factor of the grey and silver hair. You will also find that the color is versatile and will best complement those with cool undertones.

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8. Purple Curly Hair

Curly hair is a great way to show off your exciting new color because it is texturally interesting. Purple is bright and bold and will draw attention to your hair, enhancing the curls. Depending on your preference, there are various shades of purple to choose from. This will let you find the hue that complements your complexion best.

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9. Black Hair with Purple Streak

To give your black hair a modern finish, add a purple streak. Instead of focusing on the color throughout the hair, you want to add just one streak. This will create a subtle contrast but is also a low-maintenance approach to dyeing the hair. Choose a dark shade if you want it to blend with your natural hair or a lighter shade if you want it to be more noticeable.

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10. Blue and Purple Hair

Blue and purple are striking combinations that are easy to wear because they are two similar and complementary shades. You can add the colors in various ways, letting you get creative and experiment with your look. For example, add highlights to give the hair depth and dimension, or add it to the tips of the hair.

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11. Purple Blunt Bangs

Blunt bangs are an excellent choice for someone who wants a fringe that will draw attention to your eyes. The straight cut of these bangs makes them noticeable, so you can color them purple to enhance this. You can focus the color on only the bangs to create a contrast or dye your whole head; the choice is yours.

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12. Purple Straight Hair

Straight hair is defined by the lack of curl pattern and often looks sleek and healthy. Dyeing your straight hair purple is an excellent way to show off the color; the right combination will give the hair depth and dimension. Ensure your hair is well moisturized to avoid drawing attention to any dryness or damage that may have occurred during the dyeing or bleaching process.

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13. Split Dye E-Girl Purple Hair

The split dye E-Girl hair trend is fun to experiment with different colors. It is one of the most statement coloring effects, splitting the color in the middle of the head so that each side is different; it could be two artificial shades, or you can choose to keep the one your natural color.

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14. Black Hair with Purple Balayage 

Black hair is fantastic with purple streaks, creating a subtle contrast. The purple can give the hair depth and dimension and can be added in thin pieces or large streaks, depending on how noticeable you want it to be. You can also strategically place the streaks so that they frame the face.

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15. Faded Purple Hair

You do not have to opt for a rich shade of purple to try out this cool color trend, and faded purple is just as stylish. It is also more wearable because the color is less saturated and easier to wear, complementing all hair textures and types and suiting most complexions.

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16. Purple Peekaboo Hair

Peekaboo hair is applied to the underneath of the hair, keeping the top layer your natural color. This is a fantastic option for someone who wants to experiment with their hair more subtly because it can be easily disguised; the hair will have to be up for you to see the purple.

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17. Purple Braided Hair

There are many ways to style purple hair, letting you experiment with chic hairstyles and drawing attention to the cut. You can also opt for a feed-in braided hairstyle and pre-dye the hair in your favorite shade. This is ideal for preventing damage and dryness to your natural hair.

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18. Purple Ombre

Ombre is a fantastic way to try multiple colors at once. The technique blends two or more colors of varying lightness, creating a graduated effect. For a subtle finish, you can add purple to the end of dark hair, or you can try multiple artificial colors to make gorgeous mermaid-inspired hair.

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19. Purple Hair with Dark Roots

Purple hair looks great when paired with naturally dark hair and can have a much more subtle effect because there is less contrast. Add it to the hair in several ways, including focusing it at the tips and leaving your roots dark. This is a low-maintenance approach that is effortlessly stylish.

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20. Dark Purple Hair

Choosing a very dark shade of purple is a great way to experiment with color without it being too bold. This hue is close to black hair and will look great when added to naturally dark hair with highlights or ombre. When deciding on which shade of purple to choose, consider your complexion and current hair color.

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21. Purple Highlights

There are many ways to add purple to the hair, including highlights. Highlights are a great way to give the hair depth and dimension and a more subtle approach to trying out different colors. Depending on your natural hair color, you can find the right shade of purple for you; lighter shades tend to complement blonde hair, while darker shades look great on dark hair.

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22. Purple and Pink Hair

Purple is ideal for those who want to stand out from the crowd and get their hair noticed. You can also pair it with artificial colors for a bright and bold finish, and purple and pink or rose gold hair is a stylish and feminine approach. The two colors are complementary but will also create a contrast.

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23. Purple and Green Hair

Purple and green hair is a striking combination, and the colors will create a contrast. This is a great way to give the hair depth and dimension. It is also a playful color combination, letting you experiment with color and have fun. There are several ways to add it, including split dye or ombre.

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24. Blonde Hair with Purple Tips

Why not try purple tips to give your blonde hair an exciting update? Focusing the color at the end of the hair is a great way to draw attention to your haircut and is a low-maintenance way to have fun with purple dye. Purple will contrast the lightness of blonde, and you can decide how obvious you want it to be with the shade of purple you choose; darker colors will create a more noticeable finish.

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25. Brown Hair with Purple Highlights

You can add purple highlights to give the hair depth and dimension while also making it look more vibrant and cool. Purple can be added to all hair textures and colors, including brown hair. Choose a shade of purple that will complement your shade of brown for a more subtle finish, or opt for a bold finish with contrasting hues.

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