I had it for a while too (to conceal all the grey). But it always looked dirty. Even though I spent a fortune on salon products. Plus, it was expensive (foils every two or so months at a cost of $340). I just let it grow out before getting it trimmed to above my shoulders and revertiing to dying with semis every six or so weeks (a box of dye is about $12) and it's easy to do yourself. I also use one of those coloured hair wax sticks to cover any odd greys that come through. People tell me I look far healthier with light brown / auburnish hair.My Dad's partner has the same dirty blonde colour (lighter sometimes) and it makes her look so much older and haggard, even though she goes to a hairdresser in Briiiighton to get it done. I don't think it really suits a lot of people.
Back to Emmylou - I'm guessing she doesn't get her hair appointments for free, and she seems to go every other week - imagine how much money she could save if she did her hair at home by herself (and only went in for cuts / treatments)?
At this point we should all be her Life Coaches!