50 Fall Hair Colors That Are Trending for Autumn 2021

Warm brown highlights on dark hair add color to your entire face. Go for super subtle streaks like actress and singer Jennifer Hudson for a chic, understated look.

Leave it to actress Tilda Swinton to have a fresh take on platinum hair. If you have lighter features, sometimes platinum locks can wash you out — but this warmer version lights up everyone's face.

For an elegant twist on ombré, take a page out of singer Michelle Williams' book. This subtle style begins with dark brown, and the ends are touched with a kiss of gold.

This fall, deep reds will rule. Pop singer Olivia Rodrigo's dark burgundy hair is the perfect match for sipping apple cider and sitting by a fireplace.

Tennis player Naomi Osaka's ultra thin highlights make her look glowy and regal. The brick-red base color adds warmth, while golden streaks make her hair look naturally sun-kissed.

See how actress Blake Lively's roots are so much darker than her lighter ends? That's intentional, and it certainly doesn't look like she needs another trip to the salon. The darker-root look is going to be hot for brunettes, blondes, and even redheads, according to Edward Blum, founder and owner of Makeovers Salon + Spa.

Boss moves are pulled off with bold looks, and this reddish pony on comedian Robin Thede draws our full attention. The color is the perfect option if you're looking for a glow up but don't want to sacrifice low-maintenance style — a trend we'll be seeing a lot of this fall.

Talk show host Jada Pinkett Smith proves that the right blond shade can offer even an edgy cut some demure appeal. Shades of gold, brown and blonde blend together to flatter this '90s inspired pixie style.

"Since most redheads tend to fade very fast, this is a great color to play with when your hair is faded or after you've done some highlights," Matrix celebrity hairstylist George Papanikolas told Good Housekeeping in a recent interview. With that in mind, darken up your tone this fall like actress Madeline Brewer.

Chunky, face-framing highlights continue to reign this fall. Bright golden streaks like actress Sarah Jessica Parker's add tons of dimension to a sandy base color.

Model Bella Hadid's most recent hair color looks inky black at first glance, but in the right lighting, you can tell it's actually infused with red undertones. At a salon, ask for a red gloss on black hair to achieve this multi-tonal look.

Rapper Megan Thee Stallion has proven that she can rock any hair color. Monochromatic, icy platinum looks chic and sophisticated on everyone.

Traditional ombrés fade from one color to another, but actress Florence Pugh's latest look kicks it up a notch by fading from dark brown to blonde to baby pink.

While Cynthia Nixon became known for her fiery red hair while playing Miranda Hobbes in Sex and the City, the actress is showing how flattering transitioning to gray can be. Pearly streaks paired with gunmetal gray looks sharp, and fall is the perfect time to experiment with transitioning hair.

If you're a blonde who wants to mix it up in the fall but also doesn't want to have to deal with regular salon visits, you really can't go wrong with actress Allison Janney's combination of brunette and blonde. "This is a great way to go lighter without requiring tons of upkeep or damage to the hair,"said Papanikolas. "The highlights act as an accent and give the hair movement and dimension, rather than a drastic color change."

You don't need to take dramatic leaps in your color to change up your overall look. Take actress Rashida Jones’s toned-down brunette color that hits the right amount of shimmer under a sea of lights.

At this point, almost no one's hair is as iconic as singer Jennifer Lopez's. Take a page out of J.Lo's book this fall and opt for honey-colored babylights. Your hair will look natural and sun-kissed — like you've been lying on the beach all summer.

The queen of gorgeous hair rocks this classic caramel-toned look with gold streaks. This season, give yourself permission to ditch the darker hues and lean into fall hair colors that warm up your complexion, like actress and singer Queen Latifah.

Sometimes you just want hair color that lasts for a single season. This gorgeous hue actress Zendaya rocked is a semi-permanent dye perfect for those who don't want to keep up with a new color long term. Bonus points: you could easily achieve this look yourself with at-home hair dye.

The trend will continue through the fall, according to Danielle Lint, expert colorist at Warren Tricomi Salons. If you're transitioning from lighter summer highlights, copy Olivia Palermo and simply choose an ashier tone to welcome fall.