🍁 Top Fall Hair Color Trends for 2025
Your Guide to This Season’s Most-Wanted Shades — with a Little Help from Redken & Kérastase
As the leaves begin to turn, so do the trends in hair color. At Carl Michael Salon, we’re embracing the rich, warm, and bold hues that define fall 2025. Whether you're ready for a dramatic transformation or a subtle seasonal refresh, our expert colorists are here to make it happen — with the help of our go-to professional lines: Redken and Kérastase.
Here’s what’s trending (and how we keep it looking flawless long after your appointment):
🔥 1. Cinnamon Copper
Cinnamon copper is this fall’s breakout shade — think spicy warmth with a soft glow. It’s flattering on most skin tones and perfect for brunettes wanting to go lighter without fully committing to blonde.
How we achieve it:
Using Redken Shades EQ Gloss, we customize a vibrant coppery blend that adds depth and dimension without compromising the health of your hair.
At-home tip:
Protect your new hue with Kérastase Chroma Absolu Bain Riche Chroma Respect, a sulfate-free shampoo that maintains color vibrancy and deeply nourishes sensitized hair.
🍷 2. Mulled Wine Brunette
Deep, sultry, and sophisticated, mulled wine blends burgundy, violet, and chocolate tones. It's the ideal fall update for natural brunettes looking to add richness.
In the salon:
We combine Redken Color Gels Lacquers with strategic glossing to give your hair that reflective, multidimensional finish.
Maintain the shine:
Use Kérastase Chroma Absolu Masque Chroma Filler weekly to strengthen the fiber and lock in color.
🌰 3. Toasted Caramel Highlights
Caramel is back — but this year, it’s warmer and more blended. Think face-framing ribbons of toasted gold and honey, ideal for softening darker bases.
Why we love it:
Balayage with Redken Flash Lift Bonder Inside lets us lift gently while protecting the hair, creating a seamless, low-maintenance look.
Bonus tip:
Extend the life of your highlights with Kérastase Blond Absolu Cicaplasme, a heat protectant and leave-in treatment that keeps lightened hair smooth and shiny.
🍄 4. Mushroom Brown
Cool, ashy, and totally on-trend — mushroom brown continues to be a fall favorite for those who love an understated, chic vibe.
Color perfection:
We mix cool mocha and taupe tones using Redken Shades EQ Matte Series, delivering a natural look with a soft, smoky finish.
Home care must-have:
Pair with Kérastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique to protect against heat and prevent dullness — essential for keeping ashy tones fresh.
❤️🔥 5. Cherry Cola Red
Bold yet wearable, cherry cola is perfect for anyone wanting to turn heads this fall. It’s a dramatic mix of deep red and brown that catches the light beautifully.
Pro formula:
We create custom red blends with Redken Color Gel Oils, which offers rich, long-lasting color with zero ammonia.
Keep it bold:
Use Kérastase Chroma Absolu Soin Acide Chroma Gloss as a weekly treatment to amplify shine and keep reds from fading.
Ready for Your Fall Refresh?
At Carl Michael Salon, we don’t just follow trends — we personalize them to you. Book a consultation with one of our expert colorists, and let’s create a custom fall color that fits your lifestyle, skin tone, and personality.
We’re stocked with your favorite Redken color formulas and Kérastase treatments to keep your hair healthy, vibrant, and season-ready.
📅 Book your fall color appointment now — before the holiday rush begins!
📍 Visit us in-salon or call to reserve your spot.