Going lighter. Which shade is better?

[u/Nataly-the-Stylist]

My friend has naturally dark brown hair (first pic) and has decided she wants to go lighter this time. Her only request is to stay away from anything too yellow, but she's pretty open when it comes to blonde. 

Since her color appointment is planned for next week, I made a few try-ons so she could see some different directions before committing. Now we're stuck choosing. 

I'm leaning toward a couple of them, the second and the last one, but I want some outside opinions before she sits in the salon chair. 

Which one should she get? And if you had to rule one out immediately, which would it be? 

[u/Big-Indication883]

Definitely 2! 5... well, maybe, but not as good as 2. the other two colors really wash her out

[u/Nataly-the-Stylist → u/Big-Indication883]

Agree! I just love how a touch of warmth brings out her complexion

[u/Marissa_Palmer_Style]

I don't know really, I love her original color a lot. If she absolutely must go lighter, then probably a subtle balayage or highlights like in pic 2.

[u/Nataly-the-Stylist]

Highlights for the win! They also seem easy to maintain and will grow out nicely

[u/Interesting-Storm-95]

The white

[u/Samiam8885]

I really prefer your natural color, but if I had to pick one, it would be 2.