Whether we like it or not, summer is winding down and a new season is upon us. It’s time to trade out your swimsuits for sweaters and get ready for cooler temperatures. But the fall and winter seasons bring more than just lower degrees. It can be a time for change.
This can be a great time for you to change up your hairstyle or color. If you’ve been thinking about a new do, let this be the time to “do” it. Whether you want a complete overhaul for your hair, or just a soft and subtle change, now is the time to take the leap. A new season can mean a new you.
The Lob
The lob has become one of the biggest hair trends of the year and if you thought it was going to go away after summer, you thought wrong. The lob is a longer version of a bob. This is a great hairstyle for those who want to change up their hair but don’t want to go quite as drastic as a bob. It also happens to be very trendy at the moment.
There are many different variations of the lob that you can try. You can add bangs to the lob if you would like or, if you have naturally curly hair, you can add waves to it. The great thing about sporting a lob is that it is still long enough to be worn in a ponytail or bun, but short enough that it shouldn’t take you hours blow-drying and straightening. The lob does require some maintenance, though. If you don’t keep it trimmed, it can grow out quickly to a mid-torso length.
The lob is normally considered to be perfect when it lies at the collar bone and, to keep it that length, you will probably need to see your hairdresser about every 6 weeks. If you need inspiration for a lob, look to celebrities like Karlie Kloss, Taylor Swift, or Kristen Bell.
Cropped Cuts
If you are daring enough, one trend for fall is the short pixie cut. This is definitely a dramatic hair move, but if you want to change up your hair and have been thinking about cutting off your tresses, this is going to be a huge hit this fall and winter.
To achieve this look, your hair should be no longer than your ears. Besides that, it is yours to play around with. If you want it to be edgier, keep a little extra length in the front that you can tousle. This hairstyle is great for those who want something extremely easy to wear. But it should be kept in mind that this hairstyle might not be for everyone. Those with extremely curly hair might not like this look, and you should remember that since it is too short for a ponytail or bun, you are going to have to style it every day. Also, it is going to take some maintenance to keep it at the perfect length. You probably will need to see your hairstylist at least every 4-6 weeks. Not sure yet? Look at stars like Shailene Woodley or Lily Collins for some pixie inspiration.
Voluminous Waves
Perhaps on the other side of the spectrum from the pixie are the always-trendy voluminous waves. This is one hairstyle that is normally always in for women, and it is easy to see why. The long, luscious waves add a huge layer of drama to the face, and they add sex appeal.
This hairstyle is great for almost any type of hair or face shape. It is important to remember, though, that with more hair normally comes more time spent styling it. But, on the other hand, you won’t need to be making as many hair appointments with this style. Celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Sophia Vergara, and Nina Dobrev all love the look and can help give you inspiration.
Bold Center Part
Maybe you have commitment issues, and you just can’t imagine changing your hair that much. If you don’t want to cut all your hair off, but still want to try something new, consider the middle part. For a while the middle part was considered a hair mistake, but in the last few months, the middle part has made a comeback.
The middle part can be a great way to spice up your hair and change it up without doing anything permanent. This is a great trend to try out if you don’t like a lot of change because, if you decide you don’t like it, you can always go back to your original part. If you need some help with this, look to stars like Lauren Conrad, Jennifer Aniston, and Kim Kardashian, who are all big fans of the middle part.
Bangs
A lot of style forecasters expect bangs to be huge this fall and winter. Whether they are full, straight-across bangs, or just side-swept bangs, they are going to be big. Bangs can be a great addition to any hairstyle. They are perfect with lobs or voluminous waves, and with any other type of hair. That is what makes them so attractive to so many people: They are versatile.
A lot of style forecasters expect bangs to be huge this fall and winter. Whether they are full, straight-across bangs, or just side-swept bangs, they are going to be big. Bangs can be a great addition to any hairstyle. They are perfect with lobs or voluminous waves, and with any other type of hair. That is what makes them so attractive to so many people: They are versatile.
There are a lot of new shades out there for fall, regardless whether you have blonde hair, brown hair, or even red hair. With color, the main thing to remember in these cooler months is that you want a nice deep rich color for your hair. If you are looking to change up your hair color for the fall or winter, don’t worry. There is a perfect shade for you, regardless of what color your hair is. And now is the perfect time to do it. Since you are out in the sun less often, your highlights are going to fade. So, as the weather is getting cooler, try beating nature, and go ahead and add some dark hues to your hair color. Here are the top shades for fall and winter for every hair color:
For Brunettes
- Chocolate
A huge trend for fall and winter is to go extremely dark. 
As the days get shorter and the temperatures get cooler, we have the desire to go warmer and darker with our hair. There are a lot of different shades of chocolate for the fall. If you already have brown hair, going to a chocolate brown color can be a great and easy way to add drama and mystery for the changing season. Look at celebrities like Mila Kunis, Sandra Bullock, and Jennifer Garner for some of Hollywood’s best chocolate brunettes.
- Caramel
Adding caramel highlights to your hair can be a great choice for 
those with brunette locks. The golden highlights will flatter and illuminate your complexion; just make sure to add them around your face, and make them lighter as they go down. It can add depth to your hair and add a richer feel to your look. It is also good because it doesn’t require a lot of upkeep and can go with any skin tone. Check out Jennifer Lopez or Jessica Biel for examples of the caramel brown color.
- Chestnut
Chestnut is going to be a medium shade of 
brown that can work for almost anyone. It works great if you already have brown locks, or if you want them. It can be a great option for blondes who want to go darker, or for ashy brunettes. This is a nice, rich brown color that is both playful and elegant. Celebrities like Kate Beckinsale, Sarah Hyland, and Jessica Alba are all known for their beautiful chestnut hair.
For Red Hairs
- Pumpkin Spice
Not only is pumpkin spice one of fall’s favorite flavors; 
it is also a great choice in hair color. This look is perfect for people with light-colored skin, because it can bring out the golden tone in your complexion. To achieve the perfect pumpkin spice hair color, the base should be a soft coppery color with light golden blonde highlights. Make sure you don’t add too many blonde highlights, because you can quickly go from red to blonde. If you want inspiration for pumpkin spice, check out actresses Rachel McAdams and Jessica Chastain.
- Strawberry Blonde
Strawberry blonde can be a great transition between blonde and red. 
If you are thinking about going red, but don’t know if you want to go all the way, strawberry is a great medium that is really in style for fall and winter. While you might think of strawberry blonde as more of a summer color, when done correctly strawberry blonde should be a warm reddish-blonde hue that is strong and elegant. Check out Isla Fisher or Nicole Kidman for variations of strawberry blonde hair colors for fall.
For Blondes
- Platinum
Most of the time in the fall and winter months 
we have the desire to darken our hair colors. As the weather cools, we want a warmer color for our hair. But there is an exception to this rule: platinum. If you have blonde hair and are looking for a dramatic change, consider going platinum.
Platinum hair generally works best with those who have a lighter hair color, and more of a fair skin tone, but that doesn’t mean everyone else has to be left out. Check out celebrities like Rita Ora or Ellie Goulding. Even Kim Kardashian dyed her famous dark locks platinum recently.
- Honey
If you want to switch up your blonde locks for fall, add in a bit of a warm honey tone. 
This hair color complements nearly every skin tone and can add depth to your hair for the cooler months. Going honey blonde is a great way to add in multiple dimensions to your hair and warm it up a bit.
Honey blonde can also be a very warm and glamorous color that works well with light and medium complexions. It is also a lot easier to maintain than a very light blonde. For honey blonde inspiration, check out celebrities like Jennifer Lawrence, Sienna Miller, and Natalie Portman.
- Blonde
Blake Lively might have been the first celebrity to coin 
the term “bronde” when she dyed her hair a perfect combination of blonde and brown earlier this summer for her latest movie role. But she hasn’t been the first celebrity to give up her blonde locks. Celebs like Cara Delevingne and Chrissy Teigen have all jumped on the bronde craze. This natural-looking trend is great for fall because it adds a warm, multi-dimensional layer to blonde hair. It is also great because of low maintenance. Bright blonde requires upkeep around every 6 weeks, while bronde can wait around 6 months.
- Dirty Blonde
If you aren’t ready to give up your blonde locks to the bronde or honey trends, 
but still want a richer color for fall and winter, consider going for a dirty blonde color. Dirty blonde allows you to keep your blonde youthful hair, but adds a darker layer for more dimensions.
This is a great choice for natural blondes, because it won’t take much to get you to the perfect shade. It is also good because upkeep is low, and it looks good with almost any skin color. Make sure you have a good balance of lighter and darker blonde highlights to create the perfect shade of dirty blonde. If you are looking for inspiration, take a look at Gigi Hadid, Georgia May Jagger, or Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.
Colorful Options
Purple has been a really big trend this year, and it isn’t going to go anywhere as we enter the fall and winter. The good news is that, with the different shades of purple, there is a color that can look good with any hair color. If your hair is naturally blonde, consider going with more of a pastel lavender color. If you have red or brown hair, then maybe a violet or eggplant shade of purple. For lavender inspiration look toward Kelly Osbourne. For darker shades, check out Katy Perry’s dark looks.
Pink is another color that has been big this summer, and which is going to carry over into fall and winter. Pink works best with those with a lighter natural hair color and lighter skin. The most popular shade of pink has been a light baby pink, but don’t be afraid to try something loud, like hot pink. Celebrities like Rachel McAdams and Gwen Stefani have been known to rock shades of pink hair.
Yet another different color that you should consider experimenting with this season, blue has been a big hit so far. Blue encompasses so many different shades, that there is a perfect shade for everyone. If you have lighter hair, look at a light pastel blue or a light teal. If you have darker hair or a darker skin tone, consider a darker shade of blue, like royal, or a dark teal color. Check out Demi Lovato or Kylie Jenner for blue hair inspiration.