Discover the Earthy Brunette look, the new sun-kissed brown

We’ve reached the third and final look from Montibello’s French Riviera Collection S/S25: Earthy Brunette. Inspired by the romantic streets of the French Riviera, this collection captures the warmth of early summer days, wrapped in sophisticated hues, rich textures, and the luxurious essence of the Mediterranean. The Earthy Brunette look blends the depth of earthy tones with golden and creamy caramel highlights, evoking sun-drenched sand and the effortless beauty of the coast.

Colour essentials: the new illuminated brown

Earthy Brunette is a luminous brown that catches the light to create contrast and radiance. This look is achieved using Montibello’s ammonia-free, water-based Dénuée colour, ensuring a natural shine and healthy finish.

The technique involves babylights on the front sections—finer at the hairline and gradually thicker towards the sides—for a soft, face-framing gradient that brightens the complexion.

To maintain the colour’s vibrancy and shine, we recommend:

• Silaplex Bond Restorer: an intensive professional treatment that seals the hair’s surface, restoring strength and elasticity.
• HOP Sensitive Protection Shampoo: hydrates and protects sensitive scalps while gently cleansing.
• HOP Colour Last Shampoo: revives shine and extends colour intensity.

Cut essentials: Sophistication and Boldness

The Sharp French Bob is the star of this look—a minimalist, elegant take on the classic bob. Ending at or just below the jawline, this cut is sleek, versatile, and suits both straight and wavy hair. Its design features subtle texture at the ends, keeping the weight for a natural, flowing finish that frames the face with sophistication.

Styling Essentials: Controlled Movement

The Wavy Bob elevates the French Bob with soft, voluminous waves for natural movement. To achieve it:

1. Prep the hair with Decode Zero Pure Defining Gel for lightweight hold.
2. Create a side parting and divide the hair into horizontal sections.
3. Blow-dry with a round brush, lifting at the roots. Twist the brush inward or outward at the ends of each section to add movement.
4. Finish with Decode Zero Perfect Texturising Spray to hold volume and give a dynamic, polished look.

Who Suits This Look?

Earthy Brunette is highly versatile, adapting to various face shapes, hair types, and lifestyles. The Sharp French Bob particularly flatters oval, square, and heart-shaped faces, as its jawline length softens features and balances proportions. For longer faces, the length can be adjusted or volume added at the sides for a more harmonious effect.

The Wavy finish adds body and movement with minimal upkeep, making it ideal for those seeking a natural, elegant, low-maintenance look—perfect for transitioning from work to a seaside dinner with ease.

Discover more about the French Riviera Collection S/S25 on Montibello’s website!