Eiza González is the latest celebrity to jump on the red hair trend. In a recent Instagram post, the 34-year-old actress unveiled her new look to her nearly eight million Instagram followers. In the glamorous, sideways video, the Baby Driver actress traded her signature brunette strands for a rich, warm auburn color with a blend of deep red and brown tones. We’re dubbing it “spiced auburn” for obvious reasons—take a look for yourself below.
Eiza González’s Spiced Auburn Strands
Naturally, fans are loving the unexpected change. “Redhead EIZA is a dream,” one follower wrote, while another excitedly called her their “FAVORITE RED HEAD.” While González hasn’t shared what inspired her hair transformation, she doesn’t need to. After all, red hair is having a major moment in 2024, with shades like “cowboy copper,” “cherry hair,” and more trending everywhere.
Where does González’s hair fall on the red hair spectrum compared to trends like “cowboy copper” and “cherry hair”? Let’s break it down. From what we can see, the star’s spiced auburn hair is more subdued and natural than “cherry hair” but with a richer, more blended look than “cowboy copper.” It seems to land right in the middle of these two trends for an overall balanced, warm, and slightly muted hue that’s perfect for fall.
Not to complicate things further, but González’s hair might also align with the newly popular “cayenne copper” trend. “Cayenne Copper is the natural progression of redheads,” Aveda Global Artistic Director for Hair Color, Ian Michael Black, previously told NewBeauty. “First, we saw cowboy copper, a true, orange-based copper, [which can be] soft and translucent or more intense. Cayenne copper takes this trend to the next level with a rich, true red undertone to the copper and a greater intensity of tone, resulting in a stronger look that makes a bold statement. It can be done with a soft copper red hue on brunettes that wish to keep the look understated [à la González] or in a more vibrant shade for those who wish to go all out and make a statement.”
Whether you’re leaning toward “spiced auburn,” “cowboy copper,” or “cayenne copper,” there’s a red for everyone. So, why not take a cue from González and make your own bold statement this season? We recommend consulting with your colorist to find your perfect shade. Then, get ready to turn heads.
