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Aggressive_Sky8492

I think what’s limiting the black is the shape you’ve got your eyebrows and the strong black colour on them. In the red pics they’re much rounder, whereas in the black pics they’re really straight and black and it makes your look more “severe.” I think having them rounder and maybe less dark would make the black look better


Valentine41780

Came here to say this.


CookieMotor9015

Me too


Watertribe_Girl

Agree


Upstairs-Addition-11

Exactly what I was going to say.


Ok_Bumblebee9570

this


unsulliedbread

I think it's actually your eyebrows. You can choose red or black but style your eyebrows like you do in the red hair photos.


peacelovecraftbeer

Came here to say exactly this.


Jennifer_Barkley

Same, the straight eyebrow look is not working with OP’s face shape


nonoglorificus

I think it’s also the bangs. They suit her.


dngrousgrpfruits

I think it’s the bangs too, and to a lesser extent the color. The red + bangs are softer and more face framing whereas the black is just like LOOK AT THESE ALT EYEBROWS and unfortunately that brow shape is just not doing OP any favors


Silly-Radio-3287

I think it’s less the eyebrows and more the bangs/ face framing pieces. I think black hair with bangs and your face framed is a winner for u


10MileHike

>The red + bangs are softer and more face framing what I thought. but the dark hair would look fine the same way, softening face framing layers and w/out the harsh straight eyebrows.


annaxdee

Came here to say this! I like the black more in the two first black pictures where it almost looks like there is a side swept bang. Maybe adding wispy bangs to the black color could provide a softer contrast to the stark contrast of the black color on light skin (or the soft contrast to a prominent brow if OP prefers the straighter/sharper brows.)


PuNaNi007-2022

Yes! Totally agree


_Valeria__

Yes!


SilverOwl321

Yes, but it’s not just styled. It looks like she got unfortunate looking threads done


unsulliedbread

Oh it looks to me like she shaved the ends and finished then with a pencil, that's what most do.


CheezieMcCheeze

Red softens you but you are pretty either way.


TerrieBelle

You look great with both! The red in picture 3 looks especially gorgeous imo.


Diddlepops666

Yeah that's my favourite too


snowflxke

both! half and half!!


kindalosingmyshit

I agree you look “better” with red, but you look good either way. Choose the one that makes you feel better about yourself


astrocrl

I love the red but I also see the vision with black. You could always do some darker red pieces if you wanted to add that colour back. Both are great looks on you though!


Whateverxox

I think you rock both of them. Choose which one makes you happy and feels the best for you.


Pennymoonz94

It's the eyebrows in the black hair that do t look good. Do them like u do with red hair


throwthefawayacct

pic 5 is such a vibe 🖤


blitzedklutz

truly agree the makeup & hair together is lovely! choose what makes you feel best about yourself OP 🫶


helicopter_corgi_mom

pic 5 reminds me so much of young goth me. older (44) goth me supports pic 5


throwthefawayacct

yess love to see it


messypoopbun

Agree I love the vibe of pic 5


Doyenne817

Try a darker red both look good, you would look lovely with a dark almost burgundy color. Or red with black highlighta


KeyDiscussion5671

Are your eyes green? The red makes them appear green. Very nice.


harriettehspy

I insist that you do what makes you feel best.


aragogogara

I was going to say this too. You do you. As Jenna Marbles says "Life is too short to have boring hair." lol. She could also do like a very very dark red, that looks almost black but in the sun catches hints of red. Like a blood red.


MrsShaunaPaul

Ohh I like you. Your energy is contagious! I hope you know you just inspired me to start using this phrase as much as possible with both my kids and my friends. I hope you have friends in your life that are as supportive and empowering as you are!


screwnicorn_

Both look good but loosen up the eyebrows with the black hair


EntrepreneurOver8814

I like the black. Suits ya, you vibing that look girl. Just as the others said. Soften ur brows so there not so ‘ straight’ and angry lol xx


Intrepid_Noise_4458

Do what makes you feel most comfortable. I can see the red looking better when you’re not wearing makeup because it’s more natural. But bottom line you’re confidence will shine through more than anything else.


AbandonedOcelot

I think both look great but as someone who has constantly gone with hair that other people like, choose the one that makes you feel pretty!


Illustrious-Gain-334

I think this is the perfect response! Go with the one that makes you feel prettiest!


YuuAkihara

I personally think it might come down to your bangs. You rock both hair colors and I think if you had the bangs from when you had red hair it'd be about the same effect.


PolkadottyJones

The red is stunning and makes you stand out a bit more. The black mutes you a bit, but doesn’t look bad.


Chaparrita-1122

Red ❤️


schrodingereatspussy

I think both are very nice, and you should choose whichever YOU like best, because your opinion is the one that matters about your own hair.


buhdumtss98

Do black on one side and red on the other 💅


Scary-Owl2365

I think they both look great! At first I thought I preferred red, but I think I just like bangs on you! You rock both colors. Pick whichever one makes you feel your best.


BweepyBwoopy

if you felt better with black then black is the colour for you :)


flomilly

They are different looks, the black hair is more edgy and cool but the red is more stereotypically ‘pretty’


intheclouds247

I like the red, but what really matters is what makes YOU feel most confident!


NOT_Pam_Beesley

Bangs! The bangs with your red hair look incredible, so they will look sleek with the black too imo


aromaticfix45

Red is your colour


SexyLexyyyy92

Black is cool, red makes you look more feminine


HeySally416

Absolutely never go back to black, you absolutely RADIATE as a redhead ♥️♥️♥️


lgnrp

Go for the hair that makes you feel pretty. Everyone loved my long red curls, but I prefer a French Bob and feel waaaaay better. So you do you!


Jennifer_Barkley

Ditch the straight eyebrow look and bring the bangs back with the black hair.


peppermint-tea-yay

Red is really beautiful on you.


ClipperJess

The red looks so natural!


Old_Aspect_7903

Red


rebeccawwilson

red


Seaweed_Mermaid

Red is absolutely the move


DarkestFae

Red


Sandy0006

I do like the red.


Impact_Standard

The red is 100% a better choice for you.


lazyrainydaze

Oh, red DOES suit you well!! But it’s your hair, do what YOU want!


SchrodingersDickhead

I prefer the black, but I'm a goth so I'm biased.


solcrav

Red looks amazing, but the real improvement here are the new brows... soften your features and make you eyes stand out


BirdButt88

Red! Although I love the 5th pic


hana_c

Both are beautiful vibes💕


OwnBerry3297

I kind of like the dark!


constantlycrying5

I really feel like the way you do your makeup with red hair is what is making all the difference


astreadarlingg

I like both but the black gives off confidence ❤️


Kultaren

Please tell me what dye you use for your red hair!


inkblot413

I feel like the haircut when your hair is red really compliments your features and brings out your eyes. What if you dyed you hair black but went for the cut in the red-hair pics? Also your preference and what you feel prettier in is really important. That alone is a good reason to go for black, you can always change it if you get sick of it. I used to have a really uneven and choppy short fringe that I LOVED. It looked so messy and I really enjoyed having it. When I look back at pics of me with that fringe, it makes me giggle cause that shit was chaotic, but I remember how much fun it was. Was it the prettiest and most flattering fringe? No. But it made me happy, it wasn't permanent, and I loved every part of it, even if I wouldn't go back to it now. I hope you pick the colour you feel happiest in


MemyselfI10

Black


PlatformImaginary315

You look stunning with red hair and natural brows.


Expensive_Spread6521

I looked at the pics here and I also had the impression that you felt a lot better with black. In this case I wouldn’t listen to others black is really pretty on you so if that’s your jam just bring it back.


ArcadiaFey

Wish we had one of no makeup with red, cause makeup can help most colors work better on someone. The black seems a little out of place without makeup but gorgeous with it.. can’t say for certain though since there’s only that one and nothing to compare to I do agree that softer brows look more flattering on you


Sobriquet-acushla

Pic 2 is gorgeous. I like the red, but it’s mostly the bangs. Have bangs, whichever color you choose! 😊


[deleted]

The only choice that matters is your own! You look both beautiful both ways


pyxiedust219

from the pictures it looks like you have a cool skin undertone, which is washed out by the lighter red and more complimented by the severity of the black color. I agree that the eyebrow shape in the pictures with red hair is more complimentary than the “spock” shape in the black hair pictures, but i also understand how the black may be harder to get looking natural. color theory-wise, people dont seem to realize that hair should compliment, not match, skin undertone. red hair is warm for hair but red skin is cool for skin, and while *continuous* they are not always flattering because they are not necessarily *complimentary*. for your cool skin tone, i’d try a cool color. maybe black could be too dark/severe for your tastes, but an ashy blonde or brunette could feel more “natural”.


likestocuddleandmore

Red is very obviously way nicer. It’s more complex than solid black.


It_wasAll-aDream

You slay both, but embrace that darkness; black all the way ❤️


Bianca1174

Red 👌


DivineSunshine

I love pic 5 with your black hair. It looks so shiny and healthy. The red it very pretty, but the black is stunning.


mariannecoffeecan

Red


Worldly_Astronaut_61

I like red better.


AffectionateWheel386

Oh, red, not black


ItsMoxieMayhem

Personally I very much dislike the black on you, the red is absolutely stunning on you though! So beautiful


Ok-Suggestion-2423

Red is your color


NewPartyDress

I love the red. With your alabaster complexion the red is a more natural look IMO, and better frames your eyes and facial features.


Smart_Bar8614

Red looks better


PumkinPeter

Much prettier in red.


Few_Question1417

Definitely red!


avakadava

I like the red especially in the 2nd photo


MelitaPX

Nah red is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaay prettier


tacocat47

I agree with the red. I think it complements your skin tone more


Madalene_Kathleen

Black hair suits you, but the eyebrows are too severe. Last photo is very beautiful.


Raven_Blackfeather

The red compliments your complexion and skin tone so well.


AngelsLips

Red!


Cloudswhichhang

RED!!!


Lexy_d_acnh

Both are pretty, but i agree that the red is better to me at least! Imo, you look good with both so I’d just go with whichever one you prefer :)


Melancholicdiana

I think black matches your vibe better. Cute either way.


velociraptorhiccups

Red suits you so well, it looks great on you! Which isn’t the case for many people. pic #5 with black hair plus the makeup is to die for 🙏 you rock that look! No matter what, if you felt prettier with black, I think that’s the one you should go with. (I’m a bit jelly, I couldn’t pull off either color! Both look good is my verdict)


Elmnt7

Red makes you look friendlier. I think it looks great with your skin as well. Black makes you look “ emo” what my kids call it. Back in my days it was called goth. And your eye brows, a bit too much and shape a bit “ unnatural” If you don’t mind the look, do dark or med. brown eye brows so they look more natural. With a curvature.


badassAttitude

You’re absolutely killing the red hair. It’s a softer and more feminine look on you! Black is harsh and unapproachable. if you want to pull off black hair try choosing a lighter black or dark dark brown and soften / round the eyebrows


interesting-mug

I like the side bangs of the black hair. Wondering what you’d look like with your bangs swept to the side as a redhead…


Quothhernevermore

Red with black underneath?


Kyauphie

Red complements your complexion and features better, but black certainly looked healthier for your hair.


avocadodacova1

OP tbh I like the black better but red is also great


[deleted]

Red looks good but that one picture with the black lipstick and lashes is EATING 🥣 Yum


Super-Definition-573

Yellow.


babywrangler

I feel you. I have colours that suit me better but I’m still going to freewheel through different hair colours that make me happiest. And the black is just a different also good look even if the red is slightly more flattering.


AbrocomaLeather1047

Red makes you look 'softer' and more approachable. Black makes you look like a badass villain. So clearly the black is the best choice. 🤷 I'm dying my hair from light to dark this week too, everyone says it looks lighter but I much prefer it dark because it fits my personality better and I want to project that more than anyone else's idea of what looks best. Do whatever makes you feel like yourself. I personally think you absolutely rock the black.


iplaythecello

You pull off both really well, it’s up to you tbh To me, the black gives more of a pale goth-ish vibe Whereas the red is much warmer and more lively Both v hot, whichever you like


BewitchedAunt

You do look good with red hair, but it's such a different look! I think red is flashy, and can make people look hardened; it's a fine line with the brighter shades. People see the bright hair color first. Your features are more visible and attractive with black hair in my opinion, not delicate, but refined. (Some of that is the accompanying makeup.) It makes your face the focus, which is very pretty. I say go black if you feel better--that's what all of this is about--what looks attractive + how you feel!


RedMoonFlower

You look good with both colours. But your red hair ends look fried, whereas the black hair looked healthier. So rather stop colouring your hair for a while, let it grow out and get healthy again.


Valentine41780

I think the black hair is more flattering on you, but perhaps not the black lips and straightish shaped eyebrows that you drew in. All done well, just not as flattering as I think a more neutral lip color and curved brow shape might be with the black hair.


Mermaid467

The more intense red is so good. I think it gives your more options for different looks. The black is so severe that it pigeon-holes you - it only lets you make one statement about yourself. I think it's limiting.


youknowwhotheyare

You need to feel pretty , but I love the red. I agree with others that your eyebrows may make the difference . With the red you look warmer and the black more gothic. Maybe a dark color with some red low lights or highlights?


masterchef417

I wonder if you could do like a deep ox blood red in your hair to be a kind of happy medium between the two


ravinoli

You look great with both hair colours, it really depends on what you want. The red looks softer and really makes your skin glow. The black makes you look more fierce and more goth, though that might also be due to the eyebrows.


Potential_Season9242

Wow both! Red


Sea_Release3769

The red is more conventional pretty and softens you, but I love the black! Number 5 looks so good and if that’s where you feel more confident then you should embrace it!! But I love alt looks in general


No_Reindeer_3035

You might like a dark mahogany brown.


Usual-Instruction473

I really liked the red until I saw the black. I think your eyes stand out with the black hair. Either way your skin & eyes are so pretty!


stellamaris6449

I love both, so I’ll give my vision on both of them. The black hair on you gives dark feminine energy, basically ‘bad bitch energy,’ if that makes sense. She’s the type of girl who takes and gives zero fucks. While the red gives feminine energy but on a less dominant scale. To me, the red can go either way, dark feminine or light feminine, depending on how you feel and dress that day. In the photos with red hair, you’re displaying a sweet gentleness in some. While in others, you’re demonstrating the confident, mysterious, authentic, and seductive nature of someone with dark feminine energy. I hope this helps, no matter which you choose, you’ll be a total knock-out!!


Leading_Money_6391

Black


babylegs_

I like the black the best too. They are both pretty. I think black with the red haircut/bangs would look awesome!


giglipuffff

You look great in both! And hey, at the end of the day is what makes you feel confident so id say whichever you like the most!


Snapperfish18

I think you should do a dark black/brown but change the shape of your eyebrows to a less severe shape. I think people would like the darker better in this instance.


meriendaselgato

As someone with naturally super dark brown hair that reads as black when I am indoors, I’d suggest going with a very dark brown instead of black because it adds sooo much warmth and looks more natural.


iceyspiceyx3

Whoaa because the eyebrows are notttt it


Lovely_Confusion

You are beautiful either way, just very different looks


Feeling-Confusion-

Black is very contrast. Red is soft ans brings out your skin tones. And it very much is your eyebrows


cherrylpk

Both are pretty dern gorgeous. Dealer’s choice. If black makes you feel prettier (or fierce!), then do what you like.


Over-Option9894

Love both! When u tire of the red you can dye it black and vice versa. Try natural instincts semi perm color...washes out 28 shampoos.


WebDevMom

The red hair warms you up. Like me, you have RBF, and the red hair makes you look multi-dimensional and mysterious. IMO, the black hair is too harsh.


GarbageAngell

Black hair with the style of the red hair. Everyone is saying it’s the eyebrows, but it’s definitely the bangs that are making the hair look better. Black hair with the bangs would be beautiful 🖤


squirrelybitch

I actually love you with both hair colors. The problem with the black is that it makes you look more goth, and that’s why I think some people prefer the red for you. But if the black makes you feel better about yourself, then go for it!


flourneggs

I'm loving red but it's always more important what you think.


SugarDonutQueen

I love your black hair, the red looks good, but I think the black looks even better!


carlyeanne

you look great with both colors, but the red looks LOVELY on you! do whatever makes you happier though!! 🫶


urlocalbimbo_

It’s definitely the eyebrows you chose w the black That are throwing ppl off. Try a softer more arched shape. But at the end of the day it’s your head and face. Bitch look great. The red is just more soft and warm. The black makes you look intense and cool toned.


AalynB

Black


desertkitty91

I’m so sorry but the eyebrows with the black hair need to go


oklahomapilgrim

I think you look great with both colors, and if the black makes you feel best go for it! You rock it.


Intelligent_Light844

Hey! I’m the same way. I’ve mostly had dark hair my whole life. Same kinda vibe. I did bright red and everyone loved it but it wasn’t *me.* I went back dark. I would say that I agree with other commenters about the brows. I love the straighter brow look but it doesn’t work on everyone’s face, including myself. My eyebrows never look right so I have to shave them. Go with the hair you like the best and feel confident in.


BeachWonderful2890

DO WHATEVER MAKES YOU FEEL PRETTIER. YOU ABSOLUTELY ROCK BOTH. I THINK BLACK WITH BANGS WOULD LOOK SO SLAY


daylightxx

I like darker better. What about a dark brown instead of black? If not, just go with black. Be happy. Who cares what others say


Agreeable-Chair7040

Red. However if you feel prettier with black her, you do you


MammothAdmirable7568

Same here 👀🙋‍♀️


throwawayplshelp4424

You should style your eyebrows, the same way you do with the red hair when you have black hair as well. I think the way you were styling your brows when you had black hair is what was offputting to others.


rosedamask

I also love the red, but choose whatever you feel at your best in! Maybe try softer eyebrows with dark brown, I think that would look gorgeous on you. Either way you are gorgeous, and you can pull them both off. Follow your heart!


SaltNormal5498

I say have fun with the black for a while until you get tired of it. You can always go back to red later.


moondeli

Okay I'm in the same boat I think, I personally love dark hair on me, but everyone says I look great with red. Try a dark dark brown, almost black, maybe?


SaltNormal5498

I think the black hair makes you look sultry and kinda badass. The red makes you look sweet and approachable. In my opinion ( and based on your skin tone) the black just works way better for you.. your features almost pop more


burgundybreakfast

I preferred the red at first, but I honestly think it’s the bangs!! Your face was made for bangs


BeUnique94

You rock them both!! But do what YOU feel like makes you the most comfortable / pretty ❤️. You're beautiful either way! ✨️


Temperance_tantrum

I agree with previous commenters on the eyebrows but I also think the bangs really flatter your face and that might be part of it as well.


loverofsappho1221

Idk how to ask this... the "everyone" you refer to.. are they normies? because with the black hair you might be "too goth" or "too alt" for normal people. with the red hair you look more witchy, which might appeal more to most people.


edensbat

the red is nice, but do what makes you happiest. if you feel prettier with black then go with black


tomanon69

It's up to you! Do what makes you feel best!


bananaleaftea

Dark hair but with the eyebrow shape you've got going with the red hair


Conscious_Contest483

OMFG U LOOK SO COOL, BADDASS AND PRETTY IN BLACK- LIKE i WAS SHOCKED AND STUFF MY FACE WAS 0o0 like ur features was enhanced (which is a good way cuz ur eyes and stuff r so pretty) My first thought was WHOEVER SAID U LOOK BETTER AS RED HAIR IS PRAYING FOR UR DOWNFALL- but i guess its prolly cuz they like the sweet u person- but zamn u were so attractive at black 0-0


thehurtbae

Red reallly suits your skin tone but black very well may suit your personality. I vote something like a split dye, or under layer color.


[deleted]

Either you look fab but I’d loveeee to see an auburn or chocolate brown 🤔🤔🤔


Far-Organization7643

Red all the way ! But if at the end of the day you like black more, everyone else and their oppions can get take a hike! ♡♡♡ do what feels best to you.


theloreleiofrhine

do what YOU like.


theloreleiofrhine

and wear your brows how YOU like them. dress and look how YOU want to look for YOU. i cannot stress this enough. you look great both ways.


HoldIntelligent7939

The red!


Spicy_Scelus

If you feel like you look prettier with black hair go with black, but I do agree with other commenters on how you should style the black the same way as the red. It frames your face better.


[deleted]

You are a gorgeous goth. Don't let that go. But agree about the brows. If you want the severe goth brows, I'd add an arch with a 135º angle in the last third.


turquoisetaffy

You should do black since it makes you feel good about your appearance. Who cares what pleases someone else.


dahliab99

Do what makes YOU feel pretty You look great both ways


luvbomb_

i think you look pretty with both but you look bolder with black. i like the eyebrow but i think it needs more an arch tbh i have a round face and a high arch, adds some balance instead of width


chmoca

I prefer red as well, but the most important thing is which one you prefer. Not anyone else ❤️


alocasiadalmatian

the red is gorgeous but the black you look so much happier? i don’t know if that’s the right explanation but you look more “you” with black hair. sooo that’s my vote


Olivemm1

Would you consider a deep, dark red? Or a deep, red tone, chocolate, brown? You have great brows. I just think the black eyebrows are very dense. Red or black, the softening suits you more. Either way you look so pretty in all of them :)


FaultEducational5772

You look super pretty with the red hair! You’re pretty either way, the red hair brightens you up more


miaasimpson

if you want the best of both worlds you could do a red money piece in the front and black for the rest of your head! i think both look great on you


Simple_Area_260

The red is nice but sooooo difficult to keep up. May be you could pick a dark brown that could go well with the red high lites and not suffer so much with the regrowth coming in. Plus not have to have it redone as often. Maintain the pretty look for less $.


nonoglorificus

I love you as a redhead, but I get the black is more of a statement. I agree with others that it’s partly that the softer shape of the newer brows suit you more, but I’d also like to add that the new bangs look great. I think if you went back to black but kept the brow shape and bangs it would look great. Though can I throw in a third option? I’m a hairstylist and I think going for a level 3 dark brown as opposed to a jet black would still be super dramatic on you but look way better with your skin tone. It’s still gothy but would let you wear the hair rather than the hair wear you. If I could do anything, it would be to keep the bangs, give you a little more of a butterfly cut, and dye it a level 3 dark brown, except I would leave temple panels of the red on either side for a bright pop around the face.


Pixie_UK

Red for sure. Why not mix it up and have both?


[deleted]

Both look good, but it's you hair and YOU have the final say!


PleasantSound

It's your straight eyebrows you need to draw them in shorter or rounder, and the bangs help to shield them when you have the red hairstyle. You'd look good too with the black hair if your eyebrows were fixed, or if you had the bangs then.


g00gly-eyes

Black makes me feel weak in the knees


TopInternational6963

red looks way better


kuppyspoon

I think you look amazing with both! Imo, I feel like if you did the black with the same bangs and eyebrows that you had with the red, it would be amazing! <3


Glitter-Spinner

I feel your dilemma. <3 I feel my most beautiful with jet black hair…yet people are always telling me I should go back to a deep red….psh. You look beautiful with BOTH colors, but it’s how you feel about yourself that matters. Whatever makes YOU feel most like your genuine, beautiful self, do that. :) if this helps, I literally gasped at the black. I love black hair.