16 Fall Hair Colors To Try If You Want To Be Ahead Of The Trends

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Are you looking for the prettiest fall hair color trends to try this season? Because this season has got some beautiful hair colour trends that are going to be everywhere and I will share all 16 viral fall hair colours that will define you as a main character wherever you go because you got it before it’s even a trend.

I personally love the fall season maybe because I get to eat all my delicious seasonal desserts (I’m a greatt foodie) plus can we admire how beautiful hair color trends are during this time of the year?

And I don’t know why I think that there is no other time better than the fall for a transformation maybe a bunch of nail, hair and outfit inspo waiting on my Pinterest board for this season only. The hype of this season is realll.

The best part is this list has all colours for someone who wants to completely change their look (I mostly love these colours) or for someone who wants very little change but wants to make hair look healthier and totally fall approved, you’ll get it all.

Before we begin, I want to give a disclaimer that these hair colors are so delicious that they may even make you run to your hairstylist after reading this post.

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1. Expensive Brunette

If there is one color that never goes out of style I would say it is expensive brunette because look how rich this color is. Lately I have been obsessed with this color.

It has a rich, glossy brown color that feels so expensive and I bet it is going to trend everywhere this fall. This color is mainly for people who don’t want a big change but want to play it safe at the same time.

There is no other time better than fall to do this color. This color is also easy to maintain and gives you a very timeless elevated look. I would love it if you try this color this fall and drop your amazing results to me.

2. Cowboy Copper

This shade is all over my Pinterest feed and to be honest this color is giving real fall vibes as if it is meant only for fall. This color is cowboy copper which has a warm toned rich shade.

When you carry this color even if you are wearing basic it puts everything under autumn approved category.

Carrying this colour with a hoodie is on my board (also the girl in the picture carried this colour in the same way). If you have made up your mind to go for this color then show this specific reference to your colorist as copper would mean 10 different tones to different colorist so it is better to show this specifically so you would get what you actually want.

3. Cherry Cola

First take a look at this shade. I mean this is my shade and looking at this I feel like I deserve this shade because it is a perfect rich espresso shade with a hint of burgundy red and the prettiest shade on this entire list.

If you are bored of always going for brown and blonde then this is your sign to jump on this shade because this shade is going to trend like hell in the upcoming months.

Also this color has very little hair damage and is best for anyone who has black hair and wants a subtle change. Plus, it gives your hair a healthy texture.

This color is on my mood board but for a long time I have been waiting for the right time to try this color. I think now it’s a perfect time.

4. Sahara & Beige Blonde

If you prefer changing your look entirely and want to go for blonde hair then this blonde hair look is for you. This is a perfect warm toned blonde hair color for the fall season.

This shade is different from the pure blonde shade which is too goldenish and too icy. Because of its warmth it flatters almost every skin tone.

Also after the fall season this color also goes well in winters because it has an expensive look feeling which looks so good in every season. So, for whom are you waiting? You are just one colorist behind in achieving this beautiful look.

5. Soft Auburn

If you want to go for something bold but not too bold like the Cowboy Copper that I shared before then this particular shade is perfect for you. Because it is not too loud and has just the perfect rich tone shade.

This shade shines so well in sunlight and makes all the sun on your side, no seriously you will be dying hot hotter than the sun.

So it’s time to shine extra this fall because life is too short so be always extra extra.

6. Mocha Melt

It is one of the easiest everyday hair colors to wear whether you style it taking 15 minutes or just grab a claw clip and do a messy bun and get head out of the door. It makes you look polished and clean in every possible condition.

If you had to go safer then get bet upon this one.

7. Mushroom Brown

If you like ashy tones and want to go for ash for this fall then this cool toned brown with a hint of ash color is all you deserve.

Style wise, this color looks best in sleek hairstyles and also on open curly styles and makes your basic look quite rich.

8. Lived In Dimensional

Let’s take a look on lived in dimensional. Basically, it is not any color but it is more of a technique where a colorist does the heavy lifting and adds multiple tones instead of relying on just one shade.

This color came out so good but the only heavy lifting you have to do is finding a good colorist because this technique is not the cup of tea for everyone. Your colorist should be well experienced.

It’s a greatt technique to add a natural depth to your hair which looks so effortless and like you are always woke up ready.

9. Caramel Ribbon Balayage

If you want a soft sunkissed look but don’t want to go so dramatic and try something different then you can try this caramel ribbon balayage. It has soft caramel streaks on a natural hair base making it different from your normal highlights.

This is a beautiful color to carry as every tone is just melting into the base without overdoing anything. Especially for fall, the color caramel goes so well, giving you a warmth and cozy glow making the whole hair look rich and pretty.

10. Black Cherry Velvet

Black Velvet Cherry is another color that complements this fall. This color is mainly for someone who loves black hair but still wants to try something without giving up on the black tone.

With the black tone, a subtle hint of burgundy cherry finish remains throughout the hair which looks quite elegant and rich.

Pairing this color with loose waves or a sleep blowout gives it another level of luxury. So, if classic black feels so boring to you but bright reds aren’t really your thing then black velvet cherry is the perfect middle spot where everything looks so subtle and honestly it is one of the prettiest fall hair colors on this list.

11. Teddy Bear Brunette

This one is a universal shade that flatters almost everyone. This shade has warm brunette tones that make hair look healthy and glossy without much heavy lifting.

If anyone wants a timeless color instead of something trendy then teddy bear brunette is a good choice. This color goes really well on any hairstyle whether it is straight hair, curly hair, messy bun.

If someone’s goal is to have hair that looks soft, natural, rich and expensive at the same time without going for high maintenance color then teddy bear brunette here checks all the boxes.

12. Rooted Scandinavian Blonde

Ohh okay, any blonde lover here? But afraid of what this color does to your roots? But not more because Rooted Scandinavian blonde is the perfect colour for blonde lovers without stressing the roots.

You also do not need to go to the salon every week for root touchups, hence making it easy to maintain hair color. SO take advantage of this trend and go for this color this fall. It is one of the chicest hair color trends you will be seeing soon around you.

13. Spiced Peach

Here comes the most appreciated soft feminine hair color of the season. Look at the peachiness of this color. It is not settled around orange or red but has its own spicy shade that adds warmth to your look and makes everyone behind you muted.

It is such a fun color and fall is the best season to have fun with your hairs. And if you’re someone who loves taking pictures during fall (because honestly, who doesn’t?) this color photographs so beautifully. Whether you’re outside surrounded by colorful leaves or grabbing your favorite pumpkin spice drink, spiced peach adds a gorgeous warmth that makes your whole look feel even more put together.

14. Rose Brown

Pink is officially making its way into the fall color. I’m not talking about the brightest pink color but this rose brown color which has a hint of pink with brown. It has a subtle rose touch feel which looks so richer and unique btw.

If you’re bored of always trying darker and darker shades and want a little peace to try a new shade then this is your sign to go for this beautiful rose brown shade.

I can say it is a beautiful girly shade that looks straight out of a Pinterest board. It goes beautifully with curly hair, messy bun or any kind of hairstyle with a cozy lip gloss and you are all set for fall.

15. Candlelit Brunette

Candelit brunette is another color chasing trends this year and actually hairstylists are calling it one of the most luxurious color which makes hair look shinier and healthier.

I think this shade is a dream for anyone who wants low maintenance hair and want to enjoy a good hair color which experimenting alot.

It is subtle enough to carry anywhere literally anywhere in this world maybe it’s a college day or a day out, it goes effortlessly with any moment.

Also this hair color would not lose its charm after the fall so you can not feel outdated atleast 6 months.

16. Teddy Bear Blonde

Again for blonde lovers. Okay if you are going to try blonde for the very first time then going for colors like Rooted Scandinavian Blonde is not generally a good choice as you are not used to seeing yourself in so much brighter a shade.

Then, going for this beautiful blonde teddy bear makes sense because it looks really cool and is not too bright unlike most blonde shades.

Making mind to go for this color? You are bringing compliments your way.

Now it’s time to wrap up this blog post.

Before that I would love to know which hair color stole your heart the most? If you ask me, I would choose Cherry Cola because it is not just a shade but a sensation for the fall season. You choose yours and drop it in the comments because I’m genuinely curious to see which trend is everyone’s top pick this fall.

Until then, happy fall, happy hair transformation and I’ll see you in the next one!