If you’re looking for that perfect fall/winter hair color, mahogany could be the shade you need to try. This rich, luxurious color is a gorgeous mix of deep red and rich brown hues with a ton of stunning undertones that can be made to work for every skin tone.
From stunning reddish shades to velvety light red balayage styles and chocolate-y brown tones, this article shares 25 beautiful mahogany hair color ideas you’ll absolutely love.
This red mahogany is giving us ALL the vibes! The stylist blended deep mahogany with plum and red velvet tones for a bold, multi-dimensional look that’s glossy and full of life. Thanks to Redken and Pureology, this color is not only vibrant but also nourished and long-lasting, giving that fresh, shiny pop of reddish tones.
A stunning blend of chestnut and mahogany tones creates a vibrant balayage that’s both lively and natural. Hand-painted to perfection, the warm brown roots seamlessly melt into soft mahogany at the ends, giving off a beautiful coppery sheen. With face-framing curtain bangs and layers, the color looks fresh and dynamic, adding a beautiful contrast and movement.
The stylist created this chocolate mahogany brunette using Redken SEQ with a mix of 06NB, 06CB, 06GI, and 06RB. The 06NB provided a rich, deep brown base. 06CB added subtle copper warmth, while 06GI brought in soft golden tones for a sun-kissed effect. 06RB introduced red-brown undertones, giving the hair a vibrant mahogany finish. Lighter copper highlights and darker balayage tones added dimension and contrast, creating a glossy, multi-dimensional brunette look.
We’re obsessed with this stunning mix of deep plum, pink, and red tones, giving off that bold, multi-dimensional mahogany vibe. The stylist nailed it with Pravana Vivids, seamlessly blending those rich red and mahogany hues for the perfect balayage transformation. The dark roots melt into fiery, eye-catching mids and deeper ends, creating a flawless gradient finish that’s anything but basic.
This mahogany brown hair color is the perfect balance of deep brunette and rich red, creating this multi-dimensional, glossy finish. The stylist used Redken products and achieved this look with a blend of brown and red tones and a splash of subtle violet undertones with warm hues.
Wow! This light mahogany reddish brown was created with a seamless blend of tones. The stylist started with a mix of 6/0, 6/75, and 5/556—natural brown, warm red-brown, and reddish-violet shades to create depth and warmth at the roots. The lengths were then blended with 7/75, a warm coppery brown, and 5/556, a vibrant reddish-violet, to add vibrancy and ensure a smooth, balanced transition from the roots to the ends.
This light mahogany brown is the ultimate blend of warmth, depth, and radiance! The stylist seamlessly transitioned darker roots into a mix of rich browns and soft, coppery red sun-kissed tones. To achieve this look, a darker base is used, and a mix of red and copper highlights are added, using a color like L’Oréal Professionnel’s Permanent Color for vibrant, long-lasting results.
This subtle mahogany balayage on a dark brunette base is all about soft, natural contrast. The rich mahogany tones are delicately blended through the ends, adding just a hint of warmth without overpowering the darker brunette. We also love those brighter bits that are blended higher into the mids for that sun-kissed effect.
From blonde to this gorgeous intense mahogany red! The stylist worked magic with the perfect base color, blending rich red and brown tones. Using Pravana Chromasilk, the color was colorfully crafted to work with the blonde base. We love the few pops of brighter mahogany tones to bring brightness & fullness to the hair.
This red mahogany look was created by lightening the hair to a warm orange base using Blonder Plex. For the roots, a rich brown (5/4) and natural base (1.9%) were applied to add depth. To enhance the red mahogany tones at the lengths, a blend of warm red (6/45) and deep copper (0/65) was used, with a bright ruby red (66/46) added for a bold pop. The result is a fiery, dimensional hue with a sun-kissed finish at the tips that brings everything together beautifully.
Totally in love with this copper mahogany masterpiece! The deep brown mahogany base is elevated with those bright copper balayage highlights that go up to the roots, creating a seamless, sun-kissed glow. It’s the perfect balance of boldness and warmth.
We love this mahogany vibe. This rich brown balayage is the perfect blend of warmth and depth. The mahogany hues with subtle cherry undertones create a beautiful contrast with the darker, almost black-brown base. The whole look is grounded and full of dimension.
Loving the seamless fade from darker roots to lighter mahogany ends on this gorgeous brunette! The stylist achieved this beautiful, natural transition using balayage for a soft blend, with scattered highlights throughout the mids and roots to enhance the richness and movement. The ends have an almost sun-kissed ombré-like effect, glowing with warmth.
The stylist created the perfect low-maintenance blend of deep red and dark mahogany using Pravana vibrant colors, known for their long-lasting, damage-free results. The dark mahogany base was paired with bold red highlights, seamlessly blended with a balayage hand-painted technique for a gorgeous, sun-kissed glow on the ends.
This glossy mahogany brunette is absolutely stunning! The stylist expertly blended rich brown tones with a hint of mahogany to create a beautifully balanced color. Their stylist tip: By adding a touch of pink to the formula, they were able to cancel out any orange or brassiness, resulting in a smooth, cool-toned brunette that’s vibrant and flawless.
We love this rich mahogany brunette that was transformed from a dirty blonde base. The deeper shades, like 3N and 4N, were applied to the roots to create that natural depth. To give the hair its bold, vibrant hue, a warm 6RB (red-brown) and 7N (brown) were blended into the lengths and ends. We can’t stop staring at this perfected, seamless gradient.
Not your classic mahogany color here, but we’re loving the deep, rich reds with just a touch of purple plum tones! Guy Tang’s Midnight Love 4 on the roots and a blend of Midnight Love 4 & 6 on the ends for a rich, multi-dimensional effect. Olaplex No.1 was added to the formula for protection, plus Guy Tang’s MyHero Collagen Powder was also added to boost shine and strength. To maintain this vibrant hue, use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner for color-treated hair, and treat with Olaplex No.2.
This deep mahogany color is stunning, especially with beachy waves! The rich mix of dark red and brown tones creates a vibrant, multi-dimensional look with incredible shine. Using Oligo Calura, the stylist achieved a long-lasting, healthy cherrywood hair color that’s bold and glossy.
This stunning color was created using Koleston Perfect for the roots and Shinefinity for the lengths. The roots were done with 5/71 for a deep brown with red undertones, while the lengths were glazed with a mix of 07/59 and 07/34 for a warm mahogany hue. The result is a rich, glossy mahogany with vibrant cherry cola undertones and a healthy shine.
This brunette mahogany is all about rich, warm tones with a burst of color at the ends. The technique uses Wella Blondor Freelights for a smooth balayage that subtly transitions from a dark base to those vibrant mahogany hues. The Caoba shades bring a fiery warmth to the ends, creating a beautiful contrast without overpowering the dark roots. It’s a gorgeous balance of rich browns and mahogany highlights that still feels natural & lived in.
The stylist created this stunning hue by blending 5.3 (Light Brown Gold) and 5.1 (Light Brown Ash) on the roots for cool depth. For the lengths, 7.5 (Medium Blonde Copper) and 7.3 (Medium Blonde Gold) were added to give a warm, fiery red kick. Achieving the perfect balance between cool and warm for a mahogany look that’s perfect for brunettes.
This bright mahogany cherry red ombre is next level! The stylist hand-painted rich red and violet tones from the mid-lengths to the ends for that perfect cherry cola vibe. Treated with Olaplex, this color not only shines but keeps the hair healthy and strong. It’s vibrant, radiant, and seriously stunning!
Starting with a pre-lightened base, this milk chocolate cherry mahogany all-over hue gives you a warm, layered vibe with soft red and violet undertones that add dimension to the color. This hue is perfect for enhancing your natural glow and works great on medium to dark skin tones, but can also look stunning on lighter skin tones for that extra wow factor! Your stylist can help pinpoint the right undertones for your skin tone if you’re looking to amp up your current color to something vibrant.
Can’t get enough of this gorgeous mahogany brown! The stylist mixed deep brown tones with a splash of red and a hint of violet to create that perfect, warm, fiery glow. The result is a rich, multi-dimensional shade with a radiant reddish sheen that shimmers perfectly in the light.
This stunning color starts with a deep, rich base using equal parts of 5.5 and 5.26, which gives the roots a balanced blend of dark brown with subtle cool undertones. The 5.5 brings a natural, brown depth, while the 5.26 adds a touch of violet, giving the roots a cooler, smoky finish. The ends are seamlessly blended with 7.26, a beautiful warm red with copper undertones, giving the hair that vibrant, cherry-red glow. The transition between the roots and ends is smooth, with a soft root melt that allows the vibrant red to pop.
