Let’s talk about hair care and styling. With autumn slowly approaching, there are endless possibilities in the world of hair styling, dyeing, and upkeep. We’ve been creating our Pinterest boards, scoping out Instagram and TikTok, and still haven’t come to a consensus on what we want to do with our locks this season.
Finding a cute, trendy, and true-to-you haircut and color is integral to looking and feeling like your best self all season long. Last season, it was mocha red and ashy blonde, reminiscent of Jessica Rabbit and Matilda Djerf. We’ve been noticing that warmer tones are in, paired with sleek, blunt cuts that are oppositional to the thousands of layers and curtain bangs ladies were eyeing last autumn. For the ladies still wondering what to do with their grown-out shags and brassy locks, we’ve put together a comprehensive lookbook of hair colors and styles for this fall that will leave you looking and feeling effortlessly beautiful. And, since the cold weather tends to dry out our tresses, we’ve thrown in some cult-classic hair care products that will deposit that much-needed shine back into your mane. Keep reading if you’re interested in making your Pinterest board come to life this autumn!
There’s nothing like a chic, classy, and timeless bob to ring in autumn. The hairstyle boasts healthy and glossy locks, but is effortless enough to style on the go. The length of the bob should be based on what you’re particularly comfortable with, but we always suggest a cut that stops at the nape of your neck (as it leaves a lot of room for error). From there, you have the option to cut it a bit shorter or keep it longer. We understand lots of ladies might not want to part with their inches so quickly!
Gracie Abrams has been sporting this chic blunt cut as of late, and we don’t foresee her retiring the look ahead of fall.
Jane Birkin, the queen of wispy bangs and long, blunt tresses. There’s nothing wrong with some face framing layers to really get that French girl look. Birkin has the shag moment on top, almost wearing it like a chic helmet, but lets her unruly locks flow free. This is another timeless look because even as your hair grows out, your hair will still be full of body and volume. Bangs are most suitable in the cooler weather because you worry less about sweating and humidity.
Dakota Johnson has been a longtime wearer of the style, speaking to its timelessness. The look is versatile, sweet, and sultry (and looks darling in a knit hat).
Remember how we said the trend gods have spoken and we’re retiring shaggy layers this fall? Well, we’re welcoming subtle layers back into the group chat. This style is a mixture of daring, face-framing layers and a smooth waterfall of soft layers that don’t call for too much attention. Despite this, the layers add just the right bit of volume for the ladies who can never have enough body to their hair silhouette.
Sabrina Carpenter is a great example of the soft, feminine layers at play. The delicate layers work with the more blunt, face-framing layers toward the crown of her head. This is the type of style that, as it grows out, often looks even better than the result after a fresh cut.
This rich, borderline neutral-warm tone is classic and pairs with any outfit and skin tone. If there’s ever any time to consider going brunette, it has to be during autumn. Brown hues are the most popular during the fall because they complement the foliage, and are generally cozier compared to ashy tones and certain blondes.
I’d consider this the mocha red hue’s more sophisticated sister. This fall, we’re thinking natural, classic colors are more our speed. This muted ginger hue is absolutely darling and reminds me of Sadie Sink’s feature in T. Swift’s “All Too Well” short film. Miss Swift says, “Autumn leaves falling down like pieces into place”. This hair color reminds me of that. That’s the tweet.
This color speaks for itself. Though it might be more difficult to achieve as natural undertones and highlights have to be considered, this look is sleek and reminiscent of, well, old money. The term has been used to describe classiness and timelessness, save for the fact that the general hue pairs with the warm tones you’ll be wearing this fall.
I was considering adding a permanent dye that will get you close to this look, but the reality is that it’s nearly impossible to achieve without a trusted hair stylist’s opinion.
Consider shopping for a hairstyling cream like this one from Bumble and bumble. Not even the crisp autumn hair will be moving your locks out of place. The cream is ultra-hydrating and leaves a lovely sheen on your hair without making your tresses look greasy.
This Shark Beauty styling tool is the Dyson’s younger, much more affordable sister. We all know that the Dyson is the queen of next-level heat styling technology, but sometimes we want the result for half the price. This tool is the princess of heat styling and it’ll ensure you get those wavy locks we all know and love. If you’re going the bob route, the brush attachments give you that sleek, straight look that says, “I’m classy.”
Autumn and winter tend to enjoy drying out our otherwise luscious locks, so adding a trusty hair mask into your routine is something to consider. This hair mask from Ouai is a highly rated cult classic because it battles dryness, frizz, and long-term damage.
