Not Sure Which Fall Hair Color to Try? Let Your Favorite Seasonal Activity Guide You

Of all the seasons, I personally think fall has the best activities. Leaf peeping, apple picking, pumpkin decorating... There’s something just so cozy and nostalgic about spending a crisp autumn afternoon doing all the things you can only get away with for a few months out of the year.

I think your favorite fall activity is a part of your personality—and, as a loyal beauty editor, I’m taking that one step further by matching it what I think should be your next fall hair color. This season, instead of simply scrolling through endless pictures of classic hair colors like copper, brunette, and bronde for inspiration, let your extracurricular agenda guide you. Hear me out: If you spend every weekend chasing the prettiest fall foliage, a spicy copper shade is my pick for you.

More of a homebody and want to stay in to bake an apple crisp? Warm cinnamon tones feel like a natural match. Of course, there’s no rule that says your hair color has to coordinate with your weekend plans, but where’s the fun in that?

Whether you’re ready for a dramatic transformation or just want to add a little seasonal warmth to your current shade, consider this your unofficial guide to finding a fall hair color based on your favorite autumn activity. Ahead, the shades worth trying at your next salon appointment this season. If your camera roll is full of red, orange, and golden leaves, why not borrow a little inspiration from the scenery?

A dimensional copper combines fiery red and warm golden undertones to mimic fall foliage. Hairstylist Meri Kate O’Connor previously told Cosmo that she’s been getting more requests for vibrant cherry reds this season, so this shade is definitely on trend. Cozy coffee shop date: Espresso brunette Whether your barista knows your order by heart or you’re known for sampling every special fall latte, your hair color should be just as rich as the espresso in your drink.

This deep brunette looks particularly luxurious with a glossy finish. Sweet, golden, and a little nostalgic, honey blonde is the hair-color equivalent of spending a crisp afternoon at an orchard picking apples and snacking on cider donuts. Its warm, lived-in golden tones are a natural transition from brighter summer blondes, making it a low-maintenance hair color win.