"Cider Lights," Soft Pixies, & More Of Fall 2025's Biggest Hair Trends

"Even if you're not shopping for school supplies or cracking open a new spiral notebook (#TBT), the beginning of fall tends to come with a certain level of fresh start energy - that feeling that makes you want to reset, refocus, and step into the season ready for anything. And what better way to channel all that confidence and motivation than with a brand-new hairstyle?"

"This season, there's a trending look for everyone - whether you're in the mood for a subtle change or a full-blown makeover. Think: statement-making cuts, nostalgic styling choices, and fresh twists on classic fall colors. "This fall, it's all about being bold and not afraid of change," says Michelle Hong, colorist and founder of The Team NYC. "Top examples include luscious, deeper colors and shorter hairstyles - glam, but still looking effortless.""

"Thanks to Sydney Sweeney and Bella Hadid, "cider lights" are one of this season's hottest color trends. These swap sun-washed blondes for deeper, moodier shades like espresso, wine, and black cherry, finished with a creamy or satin sheen so the tones feel soft and dimensional rather than flat. "Think of cozy tones of warm cinnamon, golden-amber, and spicy bronze bringing life to washed-out, hollow summer blondes," says Diana Mildice, a colorist at Maxine Salon in Chicago. "It doesn't overpower the face - it anchors, and gives grown-up drama in the best way.""

Fall inspires a fresh-start mindset that motivates hair changes ranging from subtle updates to complete makeovers. Trending looks include statement-making cuts, nostalgic '90s styling, and refreshed classic fall colors that lean bolder and more dimensional. The season emphasizes deeper, lustrous hues and shorter silhouettes that read glam yet effortless. "Cider lights" replace faded summer blondes with espresso, wine, and black cherry tones layered for softness and depth. Warm cinnamon, golden-amber, and spicy bronze accents revive hollow blondes, and multi-tonal balayage finished with a high-shine gloss creates rich, dimensional results.

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