The Best Fall Hair Colors for 2025

As the days grow shorter and your coffee orders turn cinnamon and pumpkin-laced, it’s officially time for a seasonal switch-up — and your hair is first in line. Fall is the season of reinvention, and this year’s trending tones are all about depth, warmth, and that effortlessly expensive finish everyone’s after.

From smoldering brunettes to soft coppers and glossy golds, these shades are designed to flatter every mood — whether you’re going for cozy, cool, or just ready to glow up.

Here’s your cheat sheet to the must-try fall hair colors taking over salons in 2025.

Fall 2025 Hair Color Trends

1. Spiced Copper Glow

No autumn color list is complete without a nod to the PSL. Spiced Copper Glow is the fiery, radiant version of everyone’s favorite fall obsession — a blend of molten orange, golden amber, and just a touch of cinnamon.

It’s stunning on lighter bases and gets even better with soft, diffused highlights. Bonus: as it fades, it mellows into a dreamy, sunset-inspired wash that looks effortlessly natural.

2. Cinnamon-Infused Brunette

If you’ve ever wished your brunette hair had more life, this is your season. Cinnamon-Infused Brunette merges rich brown depth with barely-there red warmth, creating that perfect “is it brown or is it auburn?” moment.

Ask your stylist for a brunette base with fine ribbons of copper or chestnut throughout. It’s understated, sultry, and gives serious candlelit energy.

3. Caramel Drizzle Balayage

This shade feels like the hair color version of cashmere. Caramel Drizzle is a luminous golden tone brushed through darker roots for a natural, light-catching finish.

Balayage is your best friend here — it keeps the maintenance low while adding an expensive glow that looks like you just spent the weekend in wine country.

4. Berry-Wine Red

Somewhere between red velvet and merlot sits this show-stopping hue. Berry-Wine Red is rich, moody, and endlessly flattering — a go-to for those craving a color that makes a statement but still feels luxe.

With a high-gloss finish, it reflects light beautifully and pairs perfectly with deeper skin tones or cooler complexions looking for warmth.

5. Golden Chestnut Shine

The classic chestnut gets a seasonal upgrade this fall with glossy golden undertones that catch the light in the softest way.

It’s universally flattering, easy to maintain, and ideal for anyone who wants to dip into color without the commitment of highlights or drastic change.

Style it with polished waves or a silky blowout for that “just stepped out of the salon” sheen.

6. Soft Espresso

For those leaning toward the darker side, Soft Espresso is the ultimate minimalist mood. It’s rich and dimensional — deep brown with subtle warm or neutral undertones that keep it from feeling too stark.

This shade is quietly striking and works beautifully with glossy finishes or smooth, straight styles for a mirror-like shine.

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