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For dark-haired beauties who are drawing their inspiration from their favourite jewels, amethyst hair may be a perfect way to showcase your dazzling locks. Just in time for the season of outdoor concerts and music festivals, amethyst-toned locks are causing a surprising sensation on Instagram.

As part of this rising hair colour trend, brunettes are painting their brown locks with shades of deep violet. On social media, the hair colour is making a splash with deep ombre tones, subtle waves and hints of mauve also stealing the spotlight.

The infusion of purple strands manages to echo the shades of the luminous gemstone, and also brings an update to classic dark tresses. With blondes revamping their light strands in the form of soft pastel hues, amethyst hair is a suitable and vivid look for the raven-haired.

For anyone who is debating a daring hair makeover for Spring 2016, amethyst locks may be a colour change to consider. Here’s a closer look at the various examples of this trend, in all their vampy and violet-hued glory.

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