25 Gorgeous Examples of Black Cherry Hair Color

Black cherry hair color is the perfect fusion of deep, mysterious allure and rich, vibrant dimension. This striking shade combines the intensity of black with the warm, luminous undertones of ripe cherries, creating a look that’s both bold and beautifully nuanced. Whether you’re drawn to its sultry depth or its glossy, multidimensional finish, black cherry hair color adds an instant dose of sophistication and edge.

Perfect for those looking to make a statement without going fully dark, this shade complements a wide range of skin tones and can be customized to suit everything from jet-black bases with cherry highlights to softer, blended ombrés. In this collection, we’ve rounded up 25 gorgeous examples of black cherry hair color to inspire your next salon visit. Get ready to fall in love with this captivating hue and discover how it can transform your look with its rich, radiant appeal.

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Black Cherry Glam

Cardi B’s black cherry coif couldn’t be more glamorous. We love how the subtle black cherry sheen overlays a deeper midnight base.

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Bright Cherry Ends

From a black cherry base to cherry tips, Lala Anthony’s bouncy blowout is anything but lacking in the color department. If you have highlights that are growing out, you can slather on a color-depositing hair mask that’ll transform them into vibrant ends.

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Burgundy Box Braids

Don’t box yourself in when it comes to playing around with the black cherry color spectrum. In this look, Rihanna incorporates a warmer hue of magenta throughout the protective style to create a moody vibe that pops.

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Rich Cherry Mix

Dua Lipa’s hair color is a rich, creamy blend of cherry cola and black cherry hues. By maintaining a dark color level, these cherry variations are effortlessly subtle, and the proper lighting or clothing contrast creates a playful surprise.

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Healthy Black Cherry Strands

There’s a lot you can do to keep your strands healthy despite having undergone a color transformation. To avoid frizzing, squeeze the moisture out of your hair after showering instead of rubbing it together, and be sure to use a nonabrasive fabric like jersey, cotton, or a microfiber towel. Sleeping on a silk pillowcase will also support your strands and encourage them to remain silky smooth.

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A Playful Pop of Color

Having a playful pop of hair color is enough of a statement, so you can keep the rest of your beauty routine low-maintenance. But if you’re still looking to get dolled up or take things up a notch, pair those newly tinted strands with a bold pout to match.

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Black Cherry Coils

SZA’s curly coif is the perfect example of black cherry hair in all its glory (without having to dye your base). You can use an at-home glaze or rinse to mimic a similar look and saturate your curls thoroughly.

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Black Cherry x Purple

One creative way to wear a black cherry ombré is with a pop of vibrant purple throughout. This A-line cut really lends itself to having those front ends stand out.

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Black Cherry Brunette

Jenna Ortega’s black cherry hue offers a softer entry into the trending color. The restrained addition of cherry notes blends beautifully with her deep chocolate base to create a black-cherry take on an illuminated brunette mix.

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Natural Regrowth

Naturally, dark bases grow out well against black cherry color in a way that appears intentional, like an ombré. So if you’re looking for a low-maintenance color change for your dark strands, consider black cherry.

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Cherry Pop Bob

Lady Gaga’s vibrant bob makes a serious case for blending cherry hues. A deep black cherry base creates the perfect canvas for cherry pop highlights.

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Black Cherry Blend

This black cherry blend has a softer edge to it than some of the others on this list. Gentler colors that are less sharp or vibrant pair beautifully with more toned-down styles as well. Turn to a round brush for straight hair blowouts, or run a brush through your waves. 

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Tantalizing Duo

A cut and color look best when they complement one another. Case in point: this tousled A-line haircut and rich hair color play well together.

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Hinted Hues

Replace your typical highlight considerations with random hints of black cherry hues for a subtle (yet somehow still bold) color choice. For a similar look, ask your colorist to place these subtle streaks below the surface so they peak out in all the right places as your hair moves.

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Violet Cherry

Katy Perry’s violet cherry look incorporates a root shadow for a soft, gradual grow-out ideal for those who can’t commit to regular touch-ups at the salon.

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Black Cherry Fulani Braids

Adding colored extensions to your braids is a great protective hairstyle that doesn’t risk the same potential damage as coloring them would. Fulani braids, like the ones seen here, can give the illusion that black cherry is your hair color because they are woven tightly at the scalp.

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Marbled Cherry Shine

This marbled blend of black cherry looks natural and effortless. With magenta and violet tones catching the light, you’re sure to turn a few heads.

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Red Velvet

If you apply dark cherry hair color to pre-lightened strands, your first color attempt will pull some of the brighter tones in the bunch, like magenta, which creates a beautiful contrast to your base color.

Byrdie Tip

With black cherry hair color, try using color-preserving shampoos, conditioners, and heat protectants before styling to keep your color vibrant.

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Amethyst Sheen

A little sheen goes a long way. To cheat your way there, pick up a shine spray and gloss over your strands to make those amethyst tones pop.

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Cherry Tips

Sometimes, baby steps are the best way to transition your hair color. If you’re hesitant, try testing some color on your ends first. If you don’t like it, it’s an easy fix to snip off `rather than deal with trying to dye your whole head of hair.

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Balayage Bits

Curly hair is a great candidate for balayage hair color. The technique naturally lends itself to light-reflecting placements that truly allow those black-cherry bits to shine.

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Easy Glaze

To get an allover black cherry hair color at home, reach for a glaze with adequate saturation. Brands like Garnier, L’Oreal, Overtone, Wella, and plenty of other renowned companies make permanent and semi-permanent color options in black cherry that are easily accessible at your local drug store or online.

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Black Cherry Gradient

While more popular gradients tend to lean towards paler hues, we can’t get enough of the richness achieved here. From midnight roots to saturated black cherry ends, the cascade of both color and curls is impressive.

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Dimensional Braided Bob

Name a more iconic duo than black cherry and plum. Amandla Stenberg’s braided bob is proof that no such superior duo exists.

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Cherry Curls

Black cherry hair color looks great on any type of texture: straight, wavy, curly, coily, and everywhere in between. When you add vibrant color to preexisting texture, your result is low-maintenance hair that’s ready to go as-is.