Blonde Hair Color Ideas for Fall 2025 That Are Fun, Trendy, and Totally Wearable

Fall is the time to change- leaves change, wardrobe changes, and our hair needs a makeover as well. But what does blonde look like this year? Is platinum still in? Are caramel tones the new neutral? And what if you want something bold but low-effort? Whether you’re itching for something dramatic or you’re craving a subtle change that says “yes, I follow trends… but in my own way,” I’ve got you. These Fall hair color for blondes choices are part comfy, part confident and part cool without trying.

So what is your next blonde moment going to be? Well, have a look at what it might be and you will be booking that salon appointment by the time you reach the end of this scroll.

Soft Vanilla with a Luxe Flow

This long cascading hairstyle whispers luxury. This is a medium, light vanilla blonde with the slightest cool silver tones to it, which is ideal in fall light and chunky knits. The length is an addition to the soft blowout style that is modern but timeless. What makes it even higher is the middle section with those face-framing layers; they give it a movement and that silent glamour we all secretly desire.

To maintain this shade, I would use the Redken Color Extend Blondage purple shampoo two times a week to reduce brassiness. And a light, oil-based serum like Gisou’s Honey Infused Hair Oil works wonders to keep the ends from drying out as the temperature drops.

In my case, I always revert to these types of creamy blondes when I need to feel put together without being overdone. It’s like the no-makeup-makeup of hair colors. And this tone looks fantastic with blue eyes, which stand out in a not-so-obvious yet very strong way.

It is an ideal foundation to those who prefer a low light or even a soft money piece when you want to spruce it up during the holidays.

Retro Butter Blonde with Power Bangs

A throwback with a twist indeed, this blunt bob with blunt bangs is a French-girl-chic but make it glam. It is a deep butter blonde that is warm and deep as summer blondes, yet completely suitable to colder months. It has a smooth and structured texture and the side pin detail? Just enough drama.

This type of bob is a perfectionist and therefore, it needs to be trimmed after every 5-6 weeks. A smoothing cream such as Oribe Supershine Moisturizing Cream will help keep that glassy look and prevent the ends to flip out at random. And yes, keep a mini flat iron on standby.

For me, this cut is a confidence reset. It’s giving Anna Wintour, it’s giving Vogue offices at 9 a.m., it’s giving you don’t have to be loud to be noticed. And if you’ve got blue eyes? This shade makes them glow like candlelight.

Add subtle low lights caramel or cooler ash tones to give the cut extra texture and dimension, especially if you’re styling it poker straight.

Cool-Girl Straight with Platinum Chill

This medium length, ultra-straight hairstyle leans icy. It is a platinum blonde in a whisper tone with a sufficient amount of violet to remain fashionable without being too filtered. It’s minimalistic but not boring. The rough ends are a nice contrast to the smooth top, which makes it a linear shape with a statement, which is, Yes, I know what I am doing.

A color-safe mask will be your best friend in order to preserve the ice. My favorite is the Bust Your Brass Cool Blonde Mask by Amika, which is hydrating but does not make things heavy. If you’re flat-ironing daily, please, please use heat protectant. Try Tresemmé Thermal Creations Heat Tamer—affordable and effective.

I was dressed the same way in a don t-mess-with-me mood last October, and suffice it to say, it was a head-turner. The dark roots assist in grounding the blonde, thus you have the grow-out without the guilt.

It is a smooth power play on anyone who is not into curls but wants to make a huge impression.

Contrast Layers with Chunky Coolness

Okay, let’s talk trendy. It is a contrasting style that plays into layered volume, platinum foundation, and dark under layers that peek out in the most unexpected manner. It’s giving ’90s pop star meets 2025 fashion muse. The length gives the drama to be played out in movement and shadow and the blown-out texture gives it an additional glamour.

This is one of the styles that actually needs a balayage refresh every 6-8 weeks. It is the contrast of light and dark roots that makes it magic, so tell your stylist to blur the lines with feathered highlights or even a caramel balayage touch underneath.

I am partial to fashions which allow you to be the good girl one day and the bad girl the next. The vibe is all about duality. Hair like this makes a statement in every direction.

Thinking about trying this with curly hair? You certainly can, so long as you prepare with a busting mousse to keep ringlets in line, and letting the levels define your other features.

Caramel Waves with a Soft Autumn Glow

This is a serious caramel honey blonde, it has a lot of movement and the waves added to this makes it even more touchable. It is a flowing, creamy sound- like afternoon tea and burnt orange sweaters. The color is not very light yet bright and this is ideal in a shoulder length or long layered cut.

This tone thrives when it’s glossy. Once a week use the Kerastase Elixir Ultime Oil to get that high-priced shine. And in case your natural color is darker, discuss with your stylist how to gradually add this tone by using caramel balayage ombre to maintain it dimensional.

This appearance is like going through a park during the golden hour. It has got a softness that goes well with leather jackets and deep burgundy lipsticks. I tell people that, as long as your hair has the appearance that it could be in a latte, you are doing something right.

Need extra dimension? Request low lights highlights of your stylist to add even more warmth and variation to the body of the hair.

Golden Melt with Old-Hollywood Texture

This blonde is a richness you cannot resist- somewhere between champagne and caramel this color fades into a buttery-soft cascade all the way to the tips. The styling is soft-glam, velvety and sweeping, slightly Marilyn, slightly red carpet, and all wearable. It is refined yet casual and that is a difficult balance to strike.

In order to retain shine and softness, I would suggest Pureology Hydrate ShineMax Serum. It provides that reflective shine without the heaviness and it assists in keeping the moisture trapped in as the air becomes cooler and drier. The most important thing here is a large-barrel curling iron, and you should not forget about the setting spray.

I have used a variation of this color when I was in the mood of something romantic. It provides you with main-character energy but does not require much maintenance. You can simply add low lights caramel or a money piece to add some additional seasonal depth.

This would not look amazing with a side part that is textured and brushed out softly to go out at night?

Classic Cream Blonde with Sunlit Curls

This is that nearly-icy, super-light blonde that appears to have snagged the final glint of summer. The entire look is youthful, warm and airy with voluminous long curls and a center part. It is easily pretty, like you just came back after a long weekend in a desert spa.

Purple shampoo is not enough to maintain this tone crisp during the fall. Toning glosses are a great idea, but you only need to use one once a week, so go with dpHUE Gloss+ in Sheer, which won t lift or damage blonde hair. Also: hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Dryness shows more on blondes.

This one reminds me of brunch on a weekend, linen pants, and that old soft sweater you have had since time immemorial. It is fresh and clean, and it looks gorgeous on people with blue eyes, it is magic just to contrast.

You may also go the caramel balayage ombre way in case you feel adventurous and still want the light-reflecting effect.

Edgy Side-Swept Bob with Street Style Attitude

Short hair, strong color. This bob is short, a bit angled and volumized and layered to the point it looks cool but not trying too hard. The platinum blonde color is not very ashy or very golden, so it leaves space to play with any type of styling, clothes, and makeup moods.

This kind of style thrives with a texture spray. I am obsessed with Ouai Texturizing Hair Spray because it adds volume without making hair hard, so you can fluff and flip to your heart content. And don’t forget your ends—bob cuts show every detail.

The thing that I love about this appearance is that it screams fall in the city. You can put on a leather jacket, stick this behind one ear and bam, you are a cool girl. It is that type of a cut that makes a stranger inquire where you have your hair done.

Want to dial it up even more? Think about subtle low lights highlights that are intertwined in the bottom to give it an edge.

Creamy Bombshell Blonde with Side Volume

This one’s pure drama—in the best way. The deep side part and the long style with soft body waves shouts luxury. The blonde color is light, creamy and lifted to the perfection. It is loud, it is assertive and it appears to be in a studio setting, even when you are picking up coffee.

To maintain, apply IGK Mixed Feelings Leave-In Blonde Toning Drops, which are also customizable and excellent to use in between visits. I also swear by microfiber towels for drying. They keep strands smooth and help prevent frizz.

This style gives me a feeling that I cannot be stopped when wearing it. You walk a little taller. And yes, it is just right to flaunt blue eyes with all that radiance around the face.

It would go so well with low lights set discreetly below it to give depth–in fall lighting when everything is more soft.

Smoky Platinum Curls with a Downtown Twist

This platinum look leans into that moody, late-fall vibe. It is cooler and more earthy than your usual icy blonde with voluminous curly hair, a soft root fade, and a slight smoky undertone. The curls are lived-in soft and bouncing to make dimension and elegance in all angles.

This one needs moisture—deep conditioning masks like Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! are your best bet to keep the tone clean and curls bouncy. The only thing you need is a wide-tooth comb after shower to maintain that structure without frizz.

I have always been a fan of this sort of cool girl curls. It’s a little more undone, more confident. It takes me back to rooftop parties, dusk colored lips and city lights. And that hint of dark roots? Genius. Low-maintenance and editorial at the same time.

Want to go a step further? Ask your stylist to add low lights caramel haircolor under the curls, it will add shadow and make the platinum even more noticeable.

Golden Layered Luxe for Effortless Volume

This is what I would term as cashmere hair, soft, warm and luxurious but not flashy. The blonde color is heavily on the golden and caramel color, but is well layered to create natural lift and movement. It is a genius of how an intelligent medium length haircut can work with a clever coloring. One can feel the bounce by a mere look at it.

This style deserves a bit of styling love. Apply Try Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray at the roots and ends to get that upraised freshly blown out effect. And: round brush and some patience are your best styling buddies.

I have always loved how these kinds of tones go with comfy fall textures. It elevates a basic cream knit or trench to give it an immediate styling. And it is one of those looks that takes you right into winter- with low lights to add dimension later in the season.

It would also go well with a money piece as you would like to lighten the face during the holiday season.

Classic Caramel Balayage with Autumn Depth

This is caramel balayage territory now and this one does not disappoint in the elegance department. Beginning with darker roots of a deep dark hue that blend to honey-colored strands, the long and smooth styling makes all the color changes to appear easy. It is satiny in finish and reflective enough to take the golden fall light. This one’s romantic, timeless, and kind of addictive.

A sulfate-free shampoo will help you keep tone and richness, so you can use Virtue Recovery Shampoo that leaves processed hair silky. In case you heat-style regularly, choose Mizani Heat Screen Spray to seal the moisture and avoid dulling.

This is one tone that I keep on suggesting to people when it comes to fall. Why? Because it fits. With neutrals, with warmth, with soft glam. And the caramel detailing of the low lights around the crown gives that little extra touch but does not scream.

It is a beautiful base to anyone who wants to maintain his/her color as low-maintenance yet fashionable.

Frozen Blonde Curtain Layers with Airy Movement

This blonde with airy curtain bangs is almost-white and very cool, literally and emotionally. The ends are feathered lightly to add softness to it and the full bodied styling keeps that volume we all desire in fall. It is a look that is lightweight yet is hard in all the right places.

This kind of bright blonde does need a little maintenance, particularly when your natural color is warmer. I would suggest to use Fanola No Yellow Shampoo and Kristin Ess The One Purple Shampoo alternately once a week to prevent color deposits or yellowing.

I did a similar outfit last year when I was ready to get out of warm tones and it was an energy change completely. Consider fresh starts, new beginnings and perhaps even a bit of sass.

It would also be beautiful with a cool money piece to those who desire to make the look more sharp.

Two-Tone Ice Fade for a High-Fashion Edge

This is the look for bold spirits. The long pin-straight blonde with the root fade visible becomes icy gray-lavender at the ends- a midwinter storm about to break but make it editorial. The drastic contrast between the tip and the root is intentional and up-to-date, which is why this style is a leading candidate in the list of most unusual Fall hair color on the blonde.

Hair like this needs intense moisture and bond protection. I would suggest K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask after wash to keep the hair elastic. Moreover, purple shampoo cannot do the job on its own, and you will have to use a silver-specific toner in between salon visits.

It brings to my mind runway girls with fur coats and statement boots. It has nothing to do with softness, it is about contrast, bold energy.

You might as well add low lights highlights close to the roots to blur the grow-out line or even caramel red accents in case you would like to take this look to a new level.

Vanilla Blonde Wave with Champagne Finish

This shoulder length style is glossy and soft as it is romantic and sophisticated. The color is on the side of vanilla and light gold with buttery stripes. Styled in loose waves, this look oozes wearable elegance. Imagine fancy brunch, fall weddings or simply, you just want to feel pretty on a Thursday.

To maintain this soft tone bright, apply Shu Uemura Color Lustre Conditioner. It’s lightweight and high-end—perfect for delicate blondes. Use a round brush to blow-dry and then use GHD Rise Hot Brush to get those soft bends.

In my case, this color is a wardrobe essential, it does not struggle to be noticed, but you never forget that it exists. And worn with a white silk-jacket or a cashmere scarf? It becomes the main character.

A low lights caramel haircolor or a hint of money piece would also suit this one to add more depth on the temples and jawline.

Layered Vanilla Butter Blonde with Curtain Volume

This look is all about full-bodied softness. The layers are long and they run like melted vanilla gelato, emitting this dreamy, silky movement that is almost asking to be touched by a breeze. The long cut is formed with weightless curtain bangs that flow smoothly into the rest of the length, which gives the impression of a cinematic effect. It is both sophisticated and casual – imagine: old Hollywood but it took a weekend trip to the coast. This color is a cool-neutral vanilla that has low lights that make it dimensional and photo-ready regardless of the light. Bonus? It is flattering to blue eyes as though it was made to fit blue eyes.

To keep this blonde looking expensive (because it does look expensive), I use a violet shampoo like dpHUE Cool Blonde Shampoo once or twice a week — no more. And what if I have been in the sun or around heat tools a bit more than I would like to say? The saviour is a hydrating mask such as K Kerastase Blond Absolu Masque.

I am personally in love with this look as it does not shout, but it always receives attention. It is blonde without the brass, volume without the fluff and layers without the mess. It provides your face with a frame and structure to your entire appearance. And speaking of the truth, it is the most amazing thing to wear under a cashmere hood or with some gold jewelry.

I think what this look might need, particularly in fall, is a little bit of money piece, a little bit of brightness around the eyes. It would add that lightheartedness to an already glamorous color scheme.

Soft Retro Blowout with Bouncy Layers

There’s something effortlessly fun about this style. It is providing that I just came out of the salon, even though it is the third day and dry shampoo is doing most of the work. These medium length waves are overlaid with a round brush texture and that 90s nostalgia bounce, but in a new way. The blonde itself is slightly warm, as though a creamy caramel, but has enough depth to bring out your cheekbones without having to contour hard. The chunky front layers are what really sell it, though, light and airy and face-framing in a way that is youthful but not too hard-trying.

This one is all about styling. I tend to apply Oribe Royal Blowout to mine and then heat style and finish with a light hair oil to make it swish rather than stiff. You want bounce, not buildup. Bonus tip: a root-lifting mousse will ensure that the volume is maintained even past the first day.

I have been wearing this cut and tone during the early fall days, and it always goes well with knitwear, which is cozy, warm, and a bit flirty. Even on lazy days, it looks “done.” I understand why such stylists as Chris Appleton prefer a slight structure in mid-lengths as it leaves you the greatest freedom of wear.

What’s missing here? Perhaps a splash of low lights caramel to darken the mood to October, not a lot, just that subtle gradient that creates the impression of thicker hair.

Frosty Platinum Feathers with Tapered Ends

This icy tone? It’s fall’s boldest take on classic platinum. The cut is just above shoulder length and the layers are just feathered to perfection that does not make the shape heavy or matronly. The color is a real arctic white high contrast and high drama, and that is why it looks so well on soft materials such as wool and faux leather. The end is smooth and light, as frost on a fall window. It’s a bold look, but it’s surprisingly wearable. It is the perfect length to anyone who is into short lengths but not full pixie.

The thing about platinum is that it is high-maintenance and it looks like it. I will not beat around the bush, you require purple shampoo, frequent toning and repair treatments once a week. I swear upon Olaplex No. 3 and Redken Shades EQ glosses every 4-6 weeks of trying to maintain that just right frozen blonde.

This may be your color soul mate in case you have blue eyes. It has a sort of pop to it which is model-off-duty, particularly when the hair is moving just so in a breeze. And yes, strangers will ask you about it.

I think platinum-with-shadow will be a micro-trend in fall 2025, that is, those dark roots showing through enough to provide contrast. It is lived in luxury, and it provides your toner with a small vacation between salon visits.

Soft Lavender Blonde with a Cold Kiss

This would be the taste of fall, cool, muffled, a bit sweet. The subtle lavender hue that peeks through this balayage is one of those things that you can miss in a blink of an eye, but it does not feel forced. The general blonde is light but not too bright, to shine in the autumn light. The waves are not tight and tensed but only bent enough to appear styled but not too rigid. In case you have blue eyes or fair skin, this color is going to blend in with your appearance as it should.

Upkeep here is more about tone than structure. I switch between a color-safe shampoo and IGK Mixed Feelings Leave-In Blonde Drops to make sure the purple does not turn into nothing. The color lasts longer and the tone is not patchy because of a deep-conditioning mask every weekend.

I had a variation of this last year and I kept seeing myself in every elevator mirror -it makes that kind of impression. It is surprising to see lavender in fall and this makes it even more special. Johnny Ramirez, a hair stylist once stated that cool tones are like jewelry, the right one will make everything look better. And he wasn’t wrong.

The only thing I would like to mention here is a touch of low lights highlights to add some extra dimension as we approach late fall when everything becomes darker and warmer.

Sleek Platinum Bob with Glass Finish

A sharp bob is the thing that breaks a gloomy day. This is a crisp cut that is chin-length with a blunt edge and a glassy finish that appears to have been ironed by the gods. It is a chic, clean platinum tone, not icy, not buttery, just right. It is a real short power cut, and it produces that don t mess with me feel in the best possible way. It is runway-meets-real life and it works well with the more angular silhouettes of fall, such as tailored coats, or leather details.

This kind of shine doesn’t happen by accident. I use Color Wow Dream Coat as a bible, and then a high-shine serum such as Moroccanoil Treatment Light so it does not frizz when the wind blows. Straight styles such as this one reveal all the details and thus trims are not optional after every 6 weeks.

I have had a variation of this bob in the months when I am busiest, there is something liberating about how quickly it dries, how sleek it is without much effort. It is the secret weapon of straight hair, particularly when you want to have the color to speak.

Frankly speaking, this is your most suitable choice in case you want to feel something bold and carefree this fall. Put in dark roots or low lights to give depth to it, or not. It speaks either way.

Beige Champagne Layers with Natural Movement

This look is pure understated elegance. The color is on the cool-warm borderline and lands on that beige champagne color that looks good on almost all skin types. It is medium length, and it has fluid layering, which opens the face and gives the ends swing without being too styled. I adore the fact that it retains the form without being too hard, which is perfect for a woman who wants something easy yet definitely classy. Pair it with a structured blazer and soft waves, and you’re ready for just about anything fall throws your way.

I would suggest using Pureology Strength Cure Blonde Conditioner to keep brass away and seal in moisture. Beige is a fast fading color that needs to be taken care of, especially with heat, so avoid daily styling and leave the color to shine without much interference.

I’ve gone beige blonde before — it’s the shade people think is “your natural hair” but somehow… better. It’s sophisticated but not stiff. When celebrity colorist Tracey Cunningham talks about “luxe realism,” this is what I picture: believable blonde with just enough gloss to whisper expensive.

To take it even higher in 2025 I would add low lights under the crown softly to add body and movement without making the whole look darker.

Classic Cream Blonde with Subtle Face Frame

Creamy blonde is not out of fashion because of nothing. This one is silky, smooth and reminds the fall version of fresh linen, crisp, clean and multi-purpose. The length is dramatic, but the feathered ends and center part prevents it being read as heavy. Soft money piece adds a soft light to the face, but does not get too chunky. It is a perfect color to a person who adores his or her blonde light and cool, but not stark and artificial.

To keep that pearly tone, wash your hair once a week with Amika Bust Your Brass Shampoo and stay away of high heat tools without a protector such as GHD Bodyguard Heat Spray. This chop does well with clean trims and a blowout smoothness, it is not the hair that prefers to air dry.

There’s something so “quiet luxury” about this style. It’s giving Hamptons in October, especially when paired with navy or camel tones. You don’t have to over-style it for it to look intentional, which is key when your schedule (or energy) dips post-summer.

If I were tweaking this for more dimension, I’d layer in some low lights caramel haircolor toward the bottom third — subtle but perfect for fall.

Pearl White Bombshell with Soft Drama

This is to the drama queens but the ones who never raise their voice. The pearl tone is long and icy and sounds almost metallic in warm indoor light. It has that gentle S-wave curl at the end and a sweeping fringe which slides across the cheek bone. It’s giving Old Hollywood with a futuristic update. The tone is right in the middle between platinum and silver, and it is ideal to wear it during cooler days and nights in fall when you want your hair to be the accessory.

Maintaining this icy finish takes real commitment. I will never stop saying that Fanola No Yellow Shampoo is the best shampoo, however, I use it only when I really need it, no more than once every two washes. And to maintain softness, weekly apply Olaplex No. 8 Moisture Mask. Your hair must be as beautiful as it is tough.

I was stopped more times than I would like to count when I wore this shade. It is transformative, not a color, a vibe. If you’re looking for a statement blonde that feels chic rather than rebellious, this is the moment.

You might want to go into low lights highlights here to ease into winter, or even do a blush tone to cool fantasy.

Smoky Root Melt with Vanilla Ash Length

Rooty blonde is back — and smarter than ever. This balayage masterpiece begins with a dark root melt that has a smooth transition into vanilla ash lengths. It’s sleek, straight, and subtly dimensional. The style is clean and contemporary, and it would suit all those who are exhausted with strict maintenance and yet want their hair to look special. This is that middle ground color that is equally amazing when styled or claw clipped up on a cold Sunday.

One of my favorite hair care tricks to reduce the number of salon visits is root melts. When your base is mixed correctly, you can leave it without a touch-up in 2-3 months. I apply Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In to maintain the lengths straight and prevent the ends of the hair to break.

The most excellent aspect of this appearance is that it is on the borderline lived-in, but deliberate. You are able to have grown-out hair and the polish of a new tone. Hairstylist Matt Rez lives by this so-called shadow-root elegance to give any blonde some longevity and dimension.

To add a little more spice, I would add caramel balayage ombre at the ends, which is a soft warmth that goes so well with autumn layers.

Golden Honey Curls with Luxurious Dimension

This is fall in a hair color. The caramel and honey colors blend into soft curly hair which seems to have been kissed by September sun. The high points are not very shiny, only to pick up the light and to give radiance to your skin. The shape is loose, voluminous, and so wearable. Whether you are getting ready to go out to brunch or you are snuggling in a knit with your coffee, this is the type of hair that makes you feel romantic and down-to-earth at the same time.

To keep this style soft and defined, I am addicted to Curlsmith Moisture Memory Reactivator and low-heat diffuser. To take care of the color, a shampoo without sulfates, such as Davines MINU, maintains tones golden, not dull.

In case you have blue eyes, this combination will make them shine. There is a balance of skin, eyes and hair that is difficult to explain but immediately noticeable when it is right and this one is.

In case I needed to add more autumn attitude to this color, I would experiment with caramel red tones that would be intertwined with the curls. Just a little tone change and the mood is altered entirely and that is what is exciting about hair in fall.

Clipped Sleek Blonde with Shadow Root

This style is what I like to call power-minimalist. The short straight hair is brushed back and fastened in a low claw clip, allowing the tone to take the center-stage. The shade? It is a cool blonde with a hint of dark roots that makes it seem more balanced and practical to wear in the season. The contrast is something that feels very Fall 2025 to me, clean lines, undone elegance, and the I did not make an effort but clearly I did attitude we all secretly love. It’s simple, chic, and totally office-to-evening friendly.

It is one of those appearances where less is more and this implies that maintenance is a priority. I flatten all of it with Living Proof No Frizz Vanishing Oil and add some roots with a blending spray when necessary – Rita Hazan Root Concealer is a favorite. The tone is light, so there is a chance to have contrast even with a little regrowth, so I maintain a flexible toning schedule to ensure that the fade is not accidental, but intentional.

The thing that I personally love about this is that it is so wearable. There’s elegance in restraint. And that soft root shadow? It gives the impression of increased density – brilliant when you have fine hair that you want to give some shape to.

I could edge in some low lights caramel under the top section to warm it up a bit and create some cozy contrast in it to make it more suitable to colder weather.

Vanilla Smoke Balayage with Ribboned Volume

This is the epitome of trendy without being too trendy, it has that softness we all pin to our Pinterest boards and say we will do later. The balayage in this case is clever, the money piece is light enough to lighten the face, and the smoky, gradual ribbons of beige and cool low lights highlights are pulled through the length. The color positioning is in collaboration with the styling: thick waves that border the face and fall freely on the shoulders. It is glamorous, but not in a new way, but lived-in, which is completely in line with the relaxed luxe vibe of Fall 2025.

Maintaining the color fresh also implies that I tend to use Kristin Ess The One Signature Shampoo most of the time, as it does not damage the color and keeps the shine on maximum. To style, a 1.25-inch curling iron and a light flexible spray such as Ouai Texturizing Hair Spray are used to make those thick waves stay in place without becoming crunchy.

The best thing about this look is that it makes the otherwise soft and neutral colors very deep. It looks good on round and oval face shapes and makes your entire essence look like it passed through a polished filter, as though you came out of a Reels transition. It is a fall favorite, this type of caramel balayage, because it reminds of all that warm, golden-hour vibe without being too warm.

When you are not sure whether to go brighter or darker this season, this look is your compromise. Balanced, dimensional, and strikingly pretty in person.