What’s in and out for Fall 2025: hair colour edition
As the leaves begin to change, so do our hair goals. Fall is always the perfect time to refresh your look - and that’s why we wanted to give you a colour trend guide to help you navigate the new season! While we always want to encourage you to do what feels best for you, regardless of the trends, we love to put together the list of what’s popular to give you some inspiration for when you’re stuck and looking for a change.
The biggest hair colour trends of Fall 2025 can be best described as “timeless,” “elevated,” and “natural.” The hair this season is all about warmth, richness, and dimension. Whether you’re looking for a subtle shift or a bold transformation, this season will offer something for everyone.
Here’s what’s trending in hair colour for Fall 2025 and which styles are taking a backseat.
What’s in this Fall
The natural cycle of hair colour trends will always bring darker shades in the colder months and lighter shades in the warmer months. You’ll be seeing more brunette shades trending in the fall and winter - but. that doesn’t mean you can’t stay light! Take inspiration from the below trends and talk to your hairstylist about what would suit you best.
IN: buttery brunettes
Move over icy tones, this fall is all about rich, warm brunettes with soft, buttery undertones. A buttery brown can be a chocolate brown with golden highlights, or even a deep espresso brown with a hint of caramel. It’s a gentle, sun-kissed look that brings rich warmth. These shades add depth and glow, perfect for autumn lighting and cozy wardrobes.
Pro tip: ask your stylist for a gloss or toner to boost shine and enhance dimension between appointments.
IN: copper & cinnamon spice
If you’ve been toying with going a shade of red or ginger, let this be your sign (and inspiration!). Copper and cinnamon hues are bold but wearable, and they’re stealing the spotlight this season.These reddish tones complement most skin tones and bring a natural warmth that feels effortlessly chic.
From full-on copper colour to subtle cinnamon balayage, these spicy shades are versatile and timeless - and also trending!
IN: mushroom brown & ashy neutrals
If you prefer cooler tones, this trend may be for you. Mushroom brown is having a moment this season and we’re loving it. This neutral, earthy brown combines ashy greys and soft taupes for a cool look that perfect for fall.
Pro tip: this colour is perfect for natural brunettes who want a subtle update that’s both sophisticated and dimensional.
What’s out this Fall
Just because the below trends are on their way out doesn’t mean you need to ditch them. You can still rock hair colour that’s not trending and look incredible doing it! But if you are interested in understanding what the trends are moving away from, here’s what we’re noticing:
OUT: Barbie blonde
The fall and winter months always favour warmer and deeper hair tones, so ultra-bright and light shades like Barbie blonde are not often coveted in the fall. Platinum blonde and icy hues require high upkeep and don’t pair as well with fall’s richer fashion palettes.
If you’re a fan of cooler tones and don’t want to warm up for the season, a soft ash blonde or smokey taupe may be an alternative that you’re going to love.
And if you want to remain blonde but stay a little more on trend, warmer, golden blondes are often more flattering in the autumn light.
OUT: cherry cola red
This colour’s a dramatic one - and we love that! But deep red with purple or burgundy undertones was everywhere in the last few years.
We’re now noticing a shift towards more natural shades of red - like copper, amber, and cinnamon. Clients aren’t necessarily opting for lower maintenance colour, but instead for colour that could pass as their own, which is where the more natural reds come into play.
Ready for a Fall hair refresh?
We’d love to help get your fall-ready this year, whether you’re embracing the season with a dramatic transformation or just doing a subtle seasonal lift. Book your fall colour appointment today, and let’s create something beautiful together!
All images in this blog post have been sourced from Pinterest.