September is just around the corner, and you can see it reflected at the hairdresser: warmer tones, softer layers, and more volume. Away with sun-bleached strands; it's time for warmth and depth. The hair trends for autumn 2026 revolve around movement, soft layers, and colors that suit the season, from copper red to espresso brown. Hairstyles that look good under a hat and colors that come alive by candlelight. Want to know which looks are popping up everywhere this fall? These are the five trends you are going to see.
1. Long Layers with a lot of movement
Long hair gets a new interpretation this autumn. No heavy, straight lengths that hang still along your face, but long layers that make your hair move with every step. By cutting the layers at different heights, volume is created along the entire length, without having to sacrifice any inches.
The result looks fuller and healthier, even if your hair is naturally fine. Blow-dry your hair loosely back, and the layers do the rest. Even on a day without styling, this hairstyle holds its shape because the movement lies in the cut itself, not in the products you use.
Has your long hair been looking a bit limp lately? Then these layers are exactly what it needs.
2. Modern Shag and Soft Wolf Cut
We've known the Wolf Cut for a while, but this autumn it's being cut softer. The Modern Shag and the Soft Wolf Cut combine short layers on top with longer lengths underneath, but with less harsh transitions than the original version. This way, you retain the edgy character while the look becomes more wearable every day.
Do you have naturally wavy or curly hair? Then this cut really comes into its own, because the layers enhance your own texture instead of fighting against it. But it also works on straight hair; with some sea salt spray, you get the same nonchalant fullness. Your hair looks as if you haven't done anything to it, while every layer has been cut intentionally.
Do you dare to choose a hairstyle with character? The Soft Wolf Cut proves that tough and soft go perfectly together.
3. Side-Swept Fringe: bangs to the side
After the airy bangs of summer, the trend literally shifts to the side. The Side-Swept Fringe falls diagonally across your forehead and instantly gives your face softer lines. This fringe works wonders, especially for a high or broad forehead, because the slanted line visually balances your face.
Moreover, these bangs are easy to wear. They don't need to be kept tightly styled and don't require a daily styling ritual. If they grow out a little, they naturally blend in beautifully with the rest of your hair. So, you can simply let them grow out with you if you get tired of them after a few months, without an awkward in-between phase.
Do you want to change something about your look without sacrificing length? Then bangs are the easiest step there is.
4. Spiced Auburn and Copper
Autumn and copper belong together. Spiced Auburn is a warm reddish-brown shade with a spicy glow, while Copper takes a step brighter toward true copper red. Both colors are a perfect match for the season of falling leaves and provide a warm glow now that your summer tan is slowly fading.
Red hair does require attention. The pigments wash out faster than with brown shades, so a color shampoo and a shine treatment keep the shade looking beautiful for longer. In the salon, we look at which undertone suits your skin and eyes, because between soft auburn and bright copper there are dozens of nuances that give a slightly different effect.
Unsure if red is right for you? Our color specialists are happy to help you choose the shade that suits you best.
5. Espresso Brunette
In addition to copper, deep dark brown is also making a comeback in women's hairstyles for autumn 2026. Espresso Brunette is an intense brown shade with plenty of shine, dark and full without turning black. It is precisely this difference that makes the color so popular, because black can look harsh while espresso remains warm and soft.
This color instantly makes your hair look healthier and thicker, as the deep pigment reflects light beautifully. It suits almost every skin tone and is easy to maintain. Does your hair become a bit dry or dull after the summer? Then combine the coloring with a keratin treatment for extra shine and durability.
Are you ready for depth in your color after a summer full of light streaks? Then espresso is the shade of this autumn.
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