If you’ve been throwing your hair up into a bun all summer, autumn is the perfect season to let your locks loose. Whether it’s a big chop to rid yourself of frazzled lengths, or time to switch up your beach waves for a sleek ‘do, here are seven autumn hair trends to pair with your seasonal knits and tailoring.

Fringes



Autumn is the perfect time to add in some bangs at your next hair appointment, without the fear of summer heat sending them haywire. Try Sabrina Carpenter’s bouncy curtain bangs, or louche, wispy layers a la Daisy Edgar Jones.

Bobs



Bobs are a chic option right now, sitting neatly atop coat collars and turtlenecks. The cropped bob, a shorter ear-length bob worn stylishly by Lily Collins, is the cut du jour. Not ready to commit to a drastic ‘do? A blunt midi bob is perfect for those on the fence, offering the same sharp silhouette, but allowing you to tie it up when needs must.

Sixties Retro



A fun option for the festive season, 1960s volume and sculptural up dos are a smart trend for autumn/winter occasions. Try a sleek high pony, or a retro beehive paired with your winter velvets and sparkles this year.

Natural Texture



‘Cloud curls’ are a buzzword this season, aka letting your hair’s texture do its thing. Yes there’s fluff, fuzz and an ‘air-dried’ irregularity to it so if polished precision is for you, it may not be your look. But if an undone, relaxed wave is your hair’s MO, embrace it.

Bows



A simple nod to this season’s hair trends is the addition of a whimsical bow to your hair. Thin velvet strands, swinging from your pony or bold encrusted grosgrain ribbons to embellish an up do: the choice is yours.

Honey Blondes



Often sun-kissed blondes are the tones of summer, with conker-shiny brunettes being the hue of choice come autumn. Yet this year, cosy honey blondes are a popular choice in the colourist chair, bringing warmth and tonal shades to compliment your autumn wardrobe.