As the weather cools and the leaves begin to change, it’s the perfect time to refresh your clients’ look with a new hair color. This fall, focus on warmth, shine, and natural-looking depth with shades that bring out the skin’s glow and feel effortlessly polished. From cozy coppers to buttery blondes, here’s your guide to the top trends and how to keep them healthy and vibrant all season.
Black Cherry
If your client is craving something bold but balanced, this deep red is the way to go. Black cherry is a rich shade with hints of chocolate and mahogany, giving hair a smooth, shiny finish that looks fresh and even. It’s a great option for naturally dark hair because it adds dimension while keeping a natural look that works with both warm and cool undertones.
To keep the color vibrant, have clients schedule touch-ups every six weeks and refresh the ends with a gloss. Suggest a gentle, color-safe shampoo for at-home care and finish with a shine serum to maintain a polished look.
Bronde
Equal parts blonde and brunette, bronde blends warm browns and soft blondes for a natural, sunlit effect. It gives hair gentle brightness without feeling overdone, adding warmth and depth that looks good on almost everyone. This shade works especially well in fall, offering a softer shift from lighter summer tones to deeper seasonal shades.
The secret to maintaining its natural glow and multi-tonal depth is offering a softening gloss treatment and recommending a hydrating shampoo for at-home care.
Raven Noir
This is a true black with a sleek, reflective finish. It’s clean, striking, elegant, and pairs well with sharp cuts and minimal styling. The cool undertone keeps the shade dark and even, creating a consistent, polished look. Raven noir feels crisp and modern, especially in cooler weather, being perfect for fall’s darker aesthetic.
Use a cool-toned black formula for clients to achieve a mirror-like finish that stays consistent, and suggests semi-permanent gloss between appointments to the clients to maintain its smooth tone and shine.
Buttery Blonde
Soft, creamy, and golden, buttery blonde is timeless and flattering, also bringing warmth and radiance to cooler months. It’s warm enough to feel natural but bright enough to make a statement, ideal for those who want radiance without harsh cool tones.
Remind clients to rinse with cool water, use a purple conditioner weekly, and add a leave-in treatment to keep it balanced. Maintain smoothness and prevent dullness with regular lightweight gloss services.
Auburn Copper
Inspired by the changing season, this shade combines red and copper tones for a warm, dimensional look. It adds brightness and depth while staying soft and natural, creating color that complements both warm and neutral skin tones. It’s a go-to choice for fall if your client wants a rich but approachable shade.
For lasting color, recommend rinsing with cool water and using color-safe, sulfate-free products to preserve its glow.
Espresso Brunette
Glossy and effortlessly chic, espresso brunette is a refined take on classic brown. It’s a deep, polished shade with espresso highlights that catches the light without losing its shine. Its subtle warmth gives the hair a silky, reflective finish. This shade is perfect for brunettes who want a sophisticated refresh without a dramatic color change.
Finish the service with a zero-lift, zero-damage glaze to smooth and enhance shine. Whether styled smooth or textured, espresso hair feels luxurious, understated, and seasonally perfect.
Cinnamon Spice
Warm, radiant, and full of personality, cinnamon spice combines soft red tones with bronze undertones for a color that feels both playful and elegant. Ideal for lighter brunettes or dark blondes, this shade adds a gentle vibrancy that complements autumn’s palette.
Encourage clients to schedule nourishing gloss treatments to keep that subtle shimmer intact.
Strawberry Blonde
A delicate balance of golden blonde and copper, strawberry blonde is fresh, romantic, and softly luminous. It gives hair a rosy warmth that flatters every season but feels especially cozy in fall. Because it is endlessly flattering, it is a perfect middle ground for those torn between red and blonde or anyone seeking softness with a hint of spice.
Suggest to clients styling with light waves and air-dried texture to highlight its natural dimension. Schedule lightweight gloss treatments or recommend an air-dry cream to enhance the glow while keeping the finish modern and fresh.
