By Helena Madonna

Craving a refresh? Tint away the rainy season blues with rich, moody hues designed to warm even the chilliest of days.

Winter doesn't have to mean flat brunettes or tired blondes: nothing pairs better with wool coats and layered knits than dimensional colour with a touch of heat. Say goodbye to frostbitten mornings with strands that'll light up this gloomy season.

From Parisian kissed coppers to romantic candlelit browns and even a 'poisonous' berry, these are the shades redefining palettes right now.

We're still riding the copper wave, but now it has a Parisian twist.

Caught in a constant state of softened, natural glow, Parisian Copper is a custom blend of balanced undertones. Not too orange, not too pink, it has a golden-red depth that flatters a range of skin tones. It can be worn light to flatter blonde bases, or deeper to bring vibrancy to darker ones.

Elevated, understated and evoking the warm tones of autumn in Paris - think faded brick, terracotta tiles or copper cookware found in cosy kitchens. This colour is often styled with a lived-in root or soft shadow fade, with a finish that leans more lustrous than glossy. It's a shade made to catch the golden hour light.

Straight from the centrefold of a 90s editorial comes this statement shade for brunettes wanting vibrancy without the commitment of bleach.

Black Cherry is midnight velvet laced with plum and merlot, evoking romance with a touch of mystery. This moody hue is a callback to classic vamp beauty - think red wine in a candlelit glass.

With slow-cooked spiced hues, it strikes a balance between natural and experimental. Whether you opt for a glossy, high-shine finish that leans cooler with blackberry stain tones, or warmer like a mulled wine, you'll be left with the illusion of dimension - without heavy highlights.

Be a beacon against dark winter skies in a shade designed to turn heads. Vice Blonde is a dangerous blend of butter-washed hues and syrupy golden undertones. Never yellow or brassy, just deliberately warm, with a burnt sugar glow.

There's something timeless, classic and undeniably sexy about its boldness, making it the ideal companion to a loud leather or leopard moment. Designed for maximum impact, Vice Blonde is worn best styled in a bouncy blowout or messy updo - with essential lipliner and hoops.

Your after-dark answer to traditional brown: warm, glowy and lit from within. Candlelit Brunette features hues of molten caramel and warm amber, with cinnamon-spice undertones - all seen through a romantic lens, fit for cosy winter nights by the fire. This is a shade that's sensual rather than serious.

With a universally flattering warmth that brightens complexions without overpowering, this tone adds glow in all the right places. For those craving richness without harshness, it's low-maintenance luxury at its finest.

Not your average winter red, Poison Berry is a lethal cocktail laced with attitude. A rebellious take on jewel tones, it evokes rich winter berries but with a synthetic, vibrant twist. Drawing from cyberpunk or 90s club kid palettes, this hue is a high-saturation bled of magenta, wine and plum.

This shade isn't sweet - she's sharp and serious, and leans more vinyl lipstick rather than mulled wine. Made for those who like their beauty bold.

Comfy glam made ultra-wearable. Teddy Blonde is the colour equivalent of your most-loved faux fur coat: warm, soft and enveloping. Layered with low-key depth and golden warmth, it features toasted honey and almond milk tones.

Plush and kissed by the winter sun, it balances light and shadow. With enough polish to feel refined, and enough warmth to feel lived-in, Teddy Blonde pairs perfectly with flushed cheeks and oversized outerwear. Its a cosy shade of blonde made for early sunsets, oat milk lattes and feeling pretty even when the sky's grey.