FALL HAIR COLOR TRENDS YOU’LL ACTUALLY WEAR
Fall color doesn’t have to mean a dramatic change. This season, we’re seeing clients in Chicago gravitate toward richer tones, subtle dimension, and color that looks polished without demanding constant maintenance.
Whether you’re ready to deepen your brunette, warm up your blonde, or simply add more shine, these are four fall color directions worth considering.
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Deep chocolate and espresso tones bring warmth and dimension to brunette hair without looking overly dark.
The key is keeping the color dimensional rather than flat, with subtle variations that catch the light and make the hair look glossy and healthy.
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Fall blondes are moving toward warmer, softer tones rather than extremely icy finishes.
Think honey, beige, caramel, and creamy blonde tones that add warmth while maintaining a sophisticated look.
For blondes, Olaplex No.4P Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo helps neutralize unwanted yellow and brassy tones while keeping blonde color looking brighter and more refreshed between salon visits
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Copper doesn’t have to be bright or dramatic. Soft auburn, cinnamon, and muted copper tones offer a more wearable way to experiment with red for fall.
These shades look especially beautiful with natural dimension and a glossy finish.
Protect your color with Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner which helps maintain stronger, healthier-looking hair while keeping color-treated hair soft, smooth, and manageable.
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For those who don’t want a major color transformation, a gloss can be enough to make hair feel completely refreshed.
Adding shine and subtle tonal dimension can bring new life to existing brunette or highlighted hair without committing to a significant color change.
For maintaining your fall color at home, Goldwell Dualsenses Color Brilliance Shampoo and Conditioner are designed specifically for color-treated hair, helping preserve vibrancy while keeping hair smooth and conditioned.
IFERGAN EXPERT TIP
The best fall color is the one that works with your natural hair, lifestyle, and maintenance preferences. Before making a change, talk with your Charles Ifergan colorist about how often you want to return to the salon and how much maintenance you’re comfortable with.
Hair color can appear richer and more vibrant when the hair’s surface is smooth because a smoother cuticle reflects more light. That’s one reason shine and healthy hair care play such an important role in making color look its best.
Our limited-time gift card event is here. Enjoy a promotional offer on a single retail product for every gift card purchased in the salon all month long.
To ensure the best results for your makeup application, please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face (or makeup-free eyes for eye-makeup application only). If you arrive with makeup on, please plan to arrive 15 minutes earlier so we can professionally remove it for you. A $30 makeup removal fee will apply.
