As soon as the month of October comes with its cold mornings and golden afternoons, I always feel like changing something. Do you feel that too? The type of change that is new and familiar, bold but comfortable. A haircut is capable of that magic to change your entire mood. Which ones should be tried this fall, though? The trends that women are gravitating towards in 2025 are soft, edgy, and sweater-season friendly.
We should explore the trends that are already catching the eye this October.
Soft Blonde Shaggy Layers
It is all airy movement in this cut, soft shaggy masses on a platinum base that light up the face. The feathered fringe is very pretty around the eyes, and the ruffled edges make it careless and boyish. It is the type of appearance that is both shaggy and at the same time has a sophisticated, state-of-the-art vibe.
To keep this cut healthy, it is necessary to rely on toning shampoos and masks to avoid brassiness. I am a fan of the Kerastase Blond Absolu line, which keeps that icy lived-in look and does not dry the ends.
To me, this type of haircut is always a sense of freedom. It is simple to maintain, enjoyable and exactly messy in a good manner. This style perfectly reflects the sentiment of celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess who once said that texture is the new polish.
Copper Mid Length Waves
A mid length slice of fiery copper is autumn in person. The small waves make it informal, and the texture layering makes it voluminous and shiny. It is long enough to be styled in many ways and short enough to be lightweight. There is warmth, confidence, and personality in this cut.
Color-safe products are necessary to safeguard the brightness of red color. I can testify to Redken Color Extend Magnetics, which fixes color and does not allow copper to fade away.
I feel the urge to add red to my hair every October and I am not alone. Something about the tug of a heavy knit sweater with copper strands catching the fall sun is magic.
Long Layered Chocolate Brunette
It is a classic with a seasonal twist: long layered brunette hair with face-framing bangs. The length gives it elegance and the layers do not make it appear too heavy. Bangs provide a stylish upgrade, which balances the rich chocolate colors.
For care, hydration is key. I would suggest the Moroccanoil Treatment- it does not make the hair heavy.
Personally, I adore the fact that this appearance seems to be a balance between elegant and casual. It is one of those 2025 trends that women of all ages will wear with security.
Modern French Bob
This trendy French bob cuts just a bit above the jaw, and a smooth side part is both sophisticated and fun. It is multitasking, business-like in the daytime, and sexy in the evening. The slightly unfinished finish makes the edges smooth so that it can be worn in everyday life.
To maintain the smoothness of the style, I would always recommend a heat protectant such as Oribe Royal Blowout. It keeps the Parisian gloss and controls the frizz.
I cannot help smiling every time I watch this cut, it is a bold one, but without being intimidating. It is like the type of haircut where you straighten your jacket and walk into a cafe with confidence.
Peachy Lob with Texture
This peachy lob is a fresh spin of warm fall hair. The cut is a little angled, and the textured layers are bouncing in the light. It is current and whimsical, just right when you need a color update without going all fantastical.
Peaches always remind me about Olaplex No. 3, it is a miracle to make hair that is treated with chemicals strong and shiny.
This appearance makes me imagine warm coffee shop atmosphere, and a bit of boldness. The combination of medium length pattern and exclusive color is precisely what 2025 trends women are all about–personal style rather than rules.
Burgundy Butterfly Cut
The deep burgundy colors are combined with the full cut of the butterfly. The deep color and the long layers of face-framing give it motion. It is glamorous without being over the top.
Darker colors such as this require additional shine. I would use Color Wow Dream Coat–it provides that mirror-reflective finish that makes burgundy shine.
The haircut seems to be an October-night statement, when it gets colder and you want something that feels as good as a glass of red wine.
Long Blonde Butterfly with Bangs
This is another variation of the butterfly cut–only with long flowing layers and curtain bangs. The platinum color is cool and fresh and the bangs make the look gentle. It is fashionable and convenient in the fall.
Toning masks are a must among the blondes. I use the Amika Bust Your Brass mask because it keeps the icy end and the strands soft.
To me, the style is a fairytale fall hair: sweeping, flowing and somewhat dramatic. It is a small butterfly that has been stretched out; it shows how flexible the form can be.
Golden Blonde Butterfly Layers
This hairstyle takes the butterfly idea and smooths it out into long golden pieces that are floating freely. The banging of the curtain is natural and it creates movement around the face, and the layers of length give the cut a full and glamorous look without losing its lightness.
In order to maintain the blonde tones, I would suggest applying a purple toning conditioner once a week. I like the Davines Alchemic line–it is warm and gives shine.
I imagine autumn sunlight on golden leaves whenever I look at this style. It is the type of hair that gathers all the glowing October sunshine and leaves you feeling polished immediately.
Sleek Copper Lob
The clear cut shape of a lob matches perfectly with this bright copper color. It comes down to the collarbone and is straight and sharp, which makes it look effortlessly cool. It is neat, stylish and can be styled with minimum effort.
I have also been taught that smooth skin such as this requires a smoothing serum or oil. I prefer the Kerastase Elixir Ultime, which makes the hair shiny and frizz free even during a rainy fall day.
To me, this haircut is kind of modern power dressing in hair form. It can be worn with knits in the day and bright lipstick in the night.
Dark Shaggy Mid Length
This trim is the reason why the shaggy appearance is not leaving. The layers piled up using a mid length base provide it with rockstar energy without making it too bulky. The bangs are the final touch that makes it complete and gives it a touch of mystery.
Your friend in this case is styling sprays. Texturizing Hair Spray by Ouai is my favorite product I have ever used, it adds body immediately and makes the messy layers look purposeful.
This is a style that I look forward to every fall. It matches so well with leather jackets, boots, and that carelessly open October edge.
Layered Mid Length Cut with Fringe
A mid length layered cut that has a wispy fringe will always be classic without being dull. The edges of the face are soft and the ends of the feathers make the movement alive. It is smooth, but not so fancy that it can be worn in everyday life.
I would use Living Proof Perfect Hair Day shampoo and conditioner to keep the hair shiny. They provide the shiny bounce without plodding hair.
This appearance always reminds me of warm evenings out – dark restaurants, flickering candles and hair that appears to have been styled, without really trying hard to do so.
Edgy Jellyfish Cut
One of the bravest 2025 trends that women are leaning into is the jellyfish cut. Flatter bangs at the top are shorter and run into smooth lengths below, to give that classic two-tier effect. It is trendy, hip, and by no means light-hearted.
I would suggest a shine serum, such as IGK Crybaby–it provides that liquid-glass look to the smooth areas.
This haircut is raw confidence to me. It is that type of appearance that stands out in the crowd, particularly in comparison to a black turtleneck and a bright lip.
Voluminous Blonde Blowout Layers
This one is decadent: long layers pulled off in a big blowout. The waves are gentle, smooth and voluminous with a classical grace. It is more of a contemporary take on the traditional bombshell.
In the case of hold and volume, I would use Oribe Volumista Mist- it does not leave the hair crunchy like other products.
I feel invincible whenever I do this style of hair. It is a slice that works great at holiday meals, October weddings or simply a treat on a random Tuesday.
Feathered Mid Length Layers
This appearance is a combination of mid length hair with feathered, face-framing strands that fall softly. It is light, loose, and perfect when you want to move but are not ready to invest in over-the-top volume.
When it comes to feathered layers, all the difference in styling can be made by using a round brush and Dyson Airwrap (or a traditional blow dryer).
This haircut is friendly and stylish. It is the type of style you can wear daily and never grow weary of–soft, feminine, and exactly what you want to wear next fall 2025.
Textured Pixie Refresh
The initial one is an aggressive, Pixie that borders on disheveled volume and angular texture. It is cut tight on the sides, feathered on the top, and gives the face a cool, rather careless appearance. I adore the way this cut reflects the confidence of the fall, powerful, crisp and willing to face the crisp mornings.
Lightweight styling waxes such as Oribe Rough Luxury Soft can work miracles to keep the shape fresh. These aid in establishing the spiky texture without causing hair to be weighed down. To keep those edges clean a monthly trim is required.
In my case, such short cuts always have an energy charge. Anh Co Tran, the celebrity stylist, once wrote that a Pixie makes an immediate impact by focusing on the eyes and smile, and I cannot agree more, it is a haircut that comes with a built-in mood booster.
It is not a cut but a statement. And is not fall the season to make a leap into something?
Soft French Bob with Fringe
A Short French bob follows–smooth, but lively, striking just below the cheekbones with a fringe of wispy hair that is all too Parisian. It possesses that indifference, which is why it is the sort of cut that speaks chic without straining.
The styling is relatively low-maintenance: it is kept light and airy with a texturizing spray, such as R+Co Trophy Shine + Texture Spray. A nourishing mask every week will also assist bangs to settle rather than cracking in an awkward position.
I have always thought bobs like these should be worn in the fall–the collar-grazing cut fits hand in glove with high-neck knits and long coats. It is as though you have a hairstyle that matches your outfit and makes even a plain black turtleneck look fancy.
You have always wanted to be that quiet confident French film, this is your October moment.
Shaggy Mid Length Layers
Others who are not willing to go short, a Shaggy cut with mid length layers gives the lived in feel that works best in the fall. The disordered layers and slack fringe make the face softer, with a friendly yet still elegant touch.
This cut works well with a curl cream-Bumble and bumble Curl Defining Cream is a staple in adding waves and not frizz. I would tell them, leave it to dry in the air whenever you can because the natural curves of the hair are what makes the entire vibe.
On a personal level, I believe that the shag is the final solution to warm-up layering in October. It is not sloppy but unbuttoned, such as putting on a loose cardigan over a pair of jeans you really like. Hairstylist Sally Hershberger once remarked that the shag is eternal rock and roll and that vibe is present here.
This style is the ideal combination of comfort and sophistication-two things that we all desire when the weather changes.
Autumn Copper Shag
Something magical in matching a Shaggy cut to a coppery red. This type combines shoulder-length bulk with disheveled strands, which provide the hair with the wild-but-feminine texture. This cut of hair seems like an ideal reflection of the season in October, when the leaves turn orange and red.
Copper shades require special care: shampoos such as Pureology Reviving Red that protect the color and preserve its brightness are a life-saving product. The gloss can be refreshed with a gloss treatment every few weeks.
Personally, I have always thought that red is a color of confidence: you put it on, and people can see it immediately. Copper is one of the most flattering colors in fall, and this shag illustrates the point, as celebrity colorist Matt Rez has repeatedly stated.
Would it not seem to you that you were almost transporting a bit of October on your head?
Sleek Orange Lob with Bangs
And now, something sharper: a straight, smooth Lob that is painted in strong orange, and has blunt bangs. It is contemporary, bold and unashamed. The rough edge makes it clean, and the burst of color does all the talking.
Shine serums are all in this style. I suggest Color Wow Dream Coat to achieve that reflective surface that causes the color to beam in autumn sunlight.
When I encounter bold colors such as this, I consider how liberating it is to be in control of what you look like. And though not all will risk the attempt of a bright orange, the few who do will find that the slice does not simply frame the face–it frames the attitude.
Since October fashion is moving towards darker colors, this haircut is rebellious in the most stylish fashion.
Classic Rounded Bob in Red
Last, but not the least, the rounded Bob, eternal, smooth, and provided with a fall update in deep red hues. It is rounded inward along the jaw, producing a softness but accentuating bone structure. It is the type of hair cut that does not actually come out of the limelight.
Care-wise, a silky cream such as Kerasatse Discipline Fluidissime can be used to keep the finish smooth. A round brush will bring out that lovely curve with blow-drying.
I always think of transitional months when I think of Bobs, they are organized, reliable, and flexible. I have used a Bob in numerous autumns and it has always provided me with that polished feel, without being high-maintenance.
This is the definition of refined simplicity, which October always requires.
Long Layered Waves with Soft Dimension
To sum up on a romantic note, the last glance is all about the long layered hair with cascading waves. The cut gives it volume and motion, and the lightness of the soft honey-blonde sounds is just what autumn afternoons need. There is a graceful flow here that makes it the type of style that you can wear just as comfortably to the office as to a warm October dinner.
To keep this appearance, you need to keep it moist: I would recommend a hydrating product such as the Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask once a week to keep ends shiny and smooth. A big-barrel curling iron (or, better, heatless curls left overnight) can be used to highlight those layers without damaging them.
As a personal style, I consider long layered styles to be the ultimate autumn romance. When you walk under golden leaves they take the light very well. Stylist Chris Appleton once claimed that long layers frame the face in the most flattering and softest way, and this cut is the best representation of this concept.
It is the type of hairstyle that can be feminine and free at the same time, and that is just the balance I seek in October when the air is crisp and everything is moving slower enough to enjoy it.
Messy Pixie with Waves
This cut of the Pixie combines the dishevelled strands with natural curls and is a gentler interpretation of a traditional short cut. It is light, young, and impulsive–just right on the cold days of autumn when you simply want your hair to blow.
In order to maintain this appearance, a light mousse like Living Proof Full Thickening Mousse performs miracles on volume and definition. A diffuser may be used to add natural curl to the style and make it casual.
I have always been fond of cuts such as this because of their balance, bold and yet not overpowering, playful and yet professional. In October it is as though it were a hairstyle that reflected the wind–free, textured, somewhat unpredictable.
Soft Lob with Blonde Highlights
In this case we have a smooth Lob with some warm blonde highlights. The cut is just over the shoulders and this makes it versatile: you can wear it smooth at night or messy in the daytime.
To preserve the color, I would suggest Pureology Hydrate Sheer shampoo- it keeps the hair shiny and light. Those soft, modern bends can be made with the help of a wide-barrel curling iron.
This Lob is a transitional piece between summer and fall. It is stylish and friendly at the same time making it one of my favorite October choices.
Textured Red Bob
Then there is a Bob of red hot fire and ends cut off and flipped. It is entertaining, active and meant to be noticed. The feathered movement around the face forms a soft frame that gives character to the classic shape.
Reds should be handled very carefully: I would apply Davines Alchemic Copper conditioner to prolong the color and prevent fading. An immediate round-brush blowout makes the shape bouncy.
The last choice of seasonal hair that I consider is always red hair in fall, which is warm, bold, and memorable. It is almost as though you are bringing autumn leaves with you everywhere you go.
Dark Blue Shaggy Bob with Fringe
This is the appearance of those who wish to lean edgy–a Shaggy Bob in dark blue-black with fringe. The texture is light because it is layered, and the color gives it depth and mystery, almost like a night sky in October.
The trick to keeping blue-black is to avoid dullness, and a color-depositing shampoo such as Celeb Luxury Viral in Blue can help. Heat guards are also necessary to prevent fading.
I admire the fact that this hairstyle is bold and stylish. It doesn’t require the daily work of being styled–which is precisely what most of us need in October.
Short French Bob Platinum
Something sharper is the Short French bob in icy platinum. The cut is smooth at the jawline and the color is ultra modern. The combination of the two creates a very minimalistic but strong aesthetic.
Platinum color should be regularly toned with purple shampoo- Fanola No Yellow is a life-saving product. Hydration masks also cannot be compromised weekly to prevent brittleness.
I can imagine this haircut as the ultimate cool-girl fall 2025. It goes well with tailored coats and high collars, virtually like an appendix.
Butterfly-Inspired Mid Length Layers
Lastly, a gentle variation on Butterfly cut, with mid length layers that bring dimension and motion. It is even more seasonal in the warm copper color, which shines so well in October light.
To maintain layers that are silky and shiny, I would apply Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil. The round brush blow-drying adds to the cascading effect of the Butterfly style.
This haircut never feels outdated but always feminine, it is one of those few shapes that can be worn throughout the ages. It is the type of layered cut that makes sweaters and scarves appear even more refined in October.
Conclusion
With the passing of October, hair is more than a style, it is a statement of the season. Bold Pixie cuts to long layered waves, every appearance has its own mood, all prepared to go with the crisp air and golden light of autumn. You may be more of a risk-taker in color, softness, or classic structure, but the most appropriate haircut is the one that suits you and keeps you on par with the season. And what could be a better moment to welcome change and enter a new version of yourself than in the fall though?
