As the leaves change color, so do our hair shades. This fall, the hottest trends are all about warmth, dimension, and low maintenance. Denver’s top hairstylists and colorists share their expert insights on the most coveted looks of the season.
From spiced smudges to romantic balayage, these trends are all about embracing natural beauty with a touch of glamour. Whether you’re looking to enhance your brunette or add some warmth to your blonde, there’s a perfect shade for everyone.
Warm and Dimensional: The Spiced Smudge Technique
Hairstylist Sara Botsford from Denver explains that the spiced smudge technique is a response to the shift away from overly bright, high-maintenance colors. This technique creates a richer, softer look that feels more luxurious.
To achieve this look, Botsford recommends asking your stylist for a dimensional brunette with warm, spiced tones. The key is to keep depth at the base and weave warmth through the mids and ends for a melted, natural effect.
Botsford often uses Redken Shades ALK and Cover Fusion in her salon, which is great for covering grays. She advises bringing inspiration photos and discussing your comfort level with warmth to customize the perfect shade.
Blondes and Brondes: The Creamy, Dark-Blonde Trend
According to O’Connor, dimensional blondes and brondes are high on the list for fall. This trend moves away from summer’s bright, cool blondes to warmer, creamier shades.
Kristen Bell’s creamy, dark-blonde shade is a perfect example. To achieve this look, O’Connor suggests asking for a smudgey root to extend time between salon visits and blended dimension with lowlights and a warmer-toned gloss.
This technique changes up your color while keeping it natural and not too drastic.
Romantic Balayage: Effortlessly Cool and Glossy
Hair colorist Leslie Shores describes romantic balayage as soft whispers in an overstimulated world. This look is effortlessly cool, glossy, and glazed for a finish that’s organically imperfect.
Amal Clooney’s hair showcases this trend perfectly. Shores explains that the look is usually achieved with a no-bleach lightener and a demi-permanent hair color, making it a great choice for those afraid of damage.
This technique creates a subtle, natural look that’s perfect for fall.
Other Notable Trends
Other notable trends include cherry glaze a vibrant red hue that’s perfect for fall, and cocoa brondette a rich brunette with soft ribbons of deep brown shades. These trends are all about embracing natural beauty with a touch of glamour.
For those looking to add some fun to their look, pop star pink is a trend that’s gaining popularity. This trend ranges from rose gold to hot pink and is a great way to add some color to your fall look.
Finally, dark chocolate is a trend that’s all about depth and richness. This shade is perfect for reviving hair after a summer of damage and is a great way to add some shine and hydration.
