Trust Me—These 6 Autumn Hair Trends Are About to Take Off

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2023's most popular haircut isn't going anywhere come autumn, says Jake Unger, head of education at HOB Salons. "Bobs are and always will be the go-to for a style overhaul. Each season there are minor or major tweaks that propel the bob to new highs," he says. "For me, this season is all about the ‘old-money’ aesthetic—think Chanel or classic Ralph Lauren. Keep your bob a tad longer to enable the ends to be blow dried under or flicked out, and remember not too much volume at the roots," he says.

To style, Unger recommends using rollers to achieve that salon bounce. "The key is to look like you have done your hair, shifting away from the recent relaxed, undone looks that we have grown accustomed to," he says.

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Whilst we've seen the statement money-piece technique dominate since 2020, we can expect face-framing highlights to take on a certain subtlety for autumn 2023. "In autumn/winter 2023 we're going to witness this trend translating to hair, evolving out of the popular spring/summer 2023 ‘money piece’ trend that dominated social media and was seen on celebrities such as Dua Lipa and Jennifer Lopez," says Jordanna Cobella, Wella Professional UK and Ireland colour and trend ambassador. "Think '90s slice-lights but refreshed to incorporate wider sections and tones that complement each other. I recommend sticking to a neutral palette—buttery blondes, clay browns and toffee tones are perfect for ensuring the trend looks luxurious."

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From cowboy copper to marmalade, for autumn 2023, expect to see 50 shades of red coming out of salons. "It’s no secret that copper hair has truly become a staple shade after spending the last decade being unfairly undesirable," says Smith. "The natural progression from soft into stronger coppers is then heading into punchier reds, and we're already seeing this clear direction. More acidic tones of candy, rose and cherry are being incorporated into copper hair for the bolder amongst us, and this will grow in popularity throughout autumn and towards the festive season.”

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Half-up, half-down hairstyles have been cropping up on just about every red carpet of late, and this versatile hairstyle isn't going anywhere. "There is a wonderfully practical element to this trend, as it keeps long lengths away from the face, meaning the best of both worlds—long and statement-making, yet comfortable and practical," says Smith. "It's also great for someone who’d like to give the illusion that they are taller.”

This style is ideal for those with braids, notes Smith. “Braids can be traditional, twisted or locked, but should max out the practical length and move freely from their base on the scalp to allow for versatility when styling," he says. "The amount swept up into a knot can vary depending on your preference, but for the ultimate cheekbone-lifting effect, draw up the parts of the hair that sit at the temples and above to the crown.”

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Creamy, '90s-inspired blonde is back in a big way, says Irwin. "The trend is perfect for those who want a modern take on the classic 1990s grunge look. The trend is characterised by a warmer palette of blonde shades," she says. Picture the golden tones of Michelle Pfieffer in Scarface.

Want to ask for this hair colour in the salon? "The colour is created with a teased root and varying levels of lightening to add contour and dimension," says Irwin. "The hair is then glossed with delicate beige and golden tones." The result? Nineties-supermodel blonde.