Whether you're into the subtle or the dramatic, celebrities showcase some of the best examples of well-done highlighted hair. From fresh-off-the-beach highlights to sophisticated two-tone contrasts, let these 15 celebrities inspire your own hair highlight ideas as they prove that a little extra work can make a stunningly gorgeous difference.



Rihanna
Balayage works wonders on Rihanna's wavy locks, adding depth and volume with natural-looking highlights.



Kim Kardashian
Kim's balayage is mixed with an ombre style highlight to create a lovely flow of color that gives her hair some eye-catching movement.



Beyonce
Beyonce gives her gorgeous locks a natural glow with another artfully applied balayage-style highlight.



Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba uses a ribbon highlight to give a sleek and bold look to her hairstyle.



Olivia Wilde
Using ribbon highlights to frame her face, Olivia Wilde pulls off a playful yet well-crafted example of highlighted hair.



Jennifer Lopez
Highlights in hair don't need to be obvious. Jennifer Lopez shows off an excellent application of lowlights to give a thick and velvety texture to her hair.



Jessica Biel
Jessica Biel's lowlights create an elegant depth for a subtle and sexy look.



Kerry Washington
Babylights are the subtlest example of highlighted hair. Kerry Washington's babylights give just enough color to create a beautifully soft accent.



Miranda Kerr
Miranda Kerr uses her babylights to emphasize her naturally youthful look.



Halle Berry
Halle Berry's slicing highlight is used to define the contours of her hairstyle for a sharp and artsy effect.



Olivia Palermo
Olivia Palermo's use of slicing adds contrast and definition to her elegant updo.



Ciara
Ciara's ombre highlights are stunningly gorgeous on her mid-length cut. The seamless transition from black to blonde acts as the dramatic accessory to complete her simple but perfect look.



Ariana Grande
Ariana Grande's famously long locks have now become equally famous for their telltale ombre highlights. The singer makes her highlighted hair the center of her fresh and playful style.



Mila Kunis
Sombre is the subtle application of ombre. Mila's use of sombre adds a touch of lightness for a softening effect to her sleek and sophisticated look.



Lily Aldridge
Lily Aldridge's sombre highlights add to her natural elegance with just enough amber hue for a well-designed neutral palette, allowing her bold red lipstick to create an eye-catching accent.