Dark haired divas vs blonde bombshells

Whose look do you prefer - the Hollywood blonde bombshells or the dark, sultry brunettes?

by Katie Corcoran
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Dark haired diva: Cheryl Cole

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The nation’s sweetheart is possibly responsible for a large contingency of women making the decision to go dark. And yes, although Cheryl Cole’s hair may be enhanced with extensions, if it accentuates the deep hue of her natural hair then it is worth it. L\'Oréal certainly think so.

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Blonde bombshell: Kate Bosworth

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Does Kate Bosworth ever get it wrong? In a word, no. She always looks impeccably stylish whether her hair is styled in an intricate up-do or left loose and messy. Her platinum blonde colour ensures she is always red carpet ready.

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Dark haired diva: Anne Hathaway

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When it comes to a ‘hair wish list’, nothing is coveted like a thick, glossy, healthy mane that doesn’t know the meaning of split ends. Anne Hathaway, the lucky girl, has already had her wish come true. Her richly toned tresses – set against her alabaster skin - are the kind dreams are made of.

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Blonde bombshell: Reese Witherspoon

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Reese’s creamy blonde hair colour may seem a safe option but it in fact complements her English Rose complexion perfectly. Reese avoids a flat blonde colour by keeping her hair glossy and shiny. This adds bravado to her blonde look.

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Dark haired diva: Winona Ryder

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Whether wearing a pixie cut or a wealth of curls, Winona Ryder has never strayed from her dark roots. And we love her for it.

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Blonde bombshell: Georgia Jagger

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Georgia was always going to have amazing naturally blonde hair thanks to her genes. Today it’s long and super glossy giving her the ultimate blonde bombshell status. She keeps her tone vibrant with some well placed honey highlights.

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Dark haired diva: Keira Knightley

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Many brunettes would become wallflowers when surrounded by a sea of Hollywood blondes. Not Keira Knightly. This British Actress’ mid length choppy bob has helped to make her one of the world’s highest paid actresses and highlights that you don’t have to be blonde to be beautiful.

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Blonde bombshell: Cameron Diaz

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There are not many celebrities quite as famous for their blonde locks as Cameron Diaz. From beach blonde waves to honey-coloured highlights, Cameron tends to get it right. And whoever said you can’t work blonde bombshell hair as you get older was oh-so wrong.

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Dark haired diva: Eva Mendes

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Rocking her sexy flicks and a full bodied glossy mane – highlighted to perfection, Eva Mendes proves that brunette does not equate to boring.

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Blonde bombshell: Blake Lively

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Style icon and all around It Girl Blake Lively is famed for her honey coloured long blonde hair. Wearing it in an array of on-trend hairstyle from über long plaits to slicked-back updos and sexy waves – there is seemingly nothing Blake can’t get away with. Her vibrant highlights ensure her hair always looks fresh and stylish.

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Dark haired diva: Liv Tyler

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With the exception of a moment in time when Miss Tyler went short, her shiny hair has always been long and poker straight – sometimes with waves for added interest. Beautifully set against her pale and interesting skin tone and a flash of her requisite red lipstick, it’s no wonder she made our list of favourite brunettes.

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Blonde bombshell: Michelle Williams

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Michelle’s platinum blonde pixie crop was an instant hit with style critics when she went for the chop in 2010. Keeping her colour a block of bold blonde has enabled her to stand out on the red carpet while many other blondes simply fade into the background.

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