Do blondes really have more fun? Some may argue hair colour does not affect the way we perceive or respect people, but hair colour and hair style says a lot about an individual...

For example it is a fact women with blonde hair try to convince everyone being blonde means they have more fun. Brunette women, however, protest it is they who have more fun than blondes and they also add the fact that they are more intelligent.

Whether you have blonde, brown, black, red or blue hair there are always going to be the typical stereotypes for your particular hair colour.

The blonds are getting blonder, the brunettes are getting brunette-er! If you want to try this stunning celeb trend, live and dye by these rules.

Dark rule #1: Start with semipermanent color, especially if you're worried about dyer's remorse. It stains only the surface of hair, so it's easier to lighten up again if you change your mind.

Dark rule #2: Think twice about going jet-black in one fell swoop. You may love it on a celeb, but it can look harsh if you're fair-skinned. "Ease into it," suggests Rona O'Connor, co-owner of Lukaro Salon in L.A., "by trying a dark brown shade first."

Dark rule #3: Remember your brows! Too-light ones ruin the illusion of being naturally raven-haired. Use a dark brow pencil.

Light rule #1: Forget allover highlights. "It's so outdated and looks unnatural," says O'Connor. Instead, stagger the highlights so it looks like you were born with those sun-kissed streaks.

Light rule #2: Strengthen your hair. To prevent breakage, a common bleaching problem, do a protein treatment monthly. Try Redken Extreme CAT Treatment ($13, redken.com for salons).

Light rule #3: Make a salon appointment if you want to go really, really blond. For a DIY job, it's risky to lighten up more than two shades beyond your natural color--you could get brassy.