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What better way to prepare for the fast-approaching fall season than with a new hair color? Whether you’re reinventing yourself with a vibrant color change or testing out some natural shades, TikTok is brimming with inspiration to help you decide on a fresh look. Like fall 2024, warm-toned brunettes and auburns have remained tried and true favorites of the season. However, one development this year has been the shift in popularity from bold, eye-catching colors to more blended, statement styles. 

Between planning the ultimate Halloweekend costume lineup and chasing a perfect fall photo for your feed, why not add a new hair color into the mix? Testing out a seasonal shade is great for leveling up your autumn aesthetic. And with endless hair inspiration to choose from, we’ve rounded up the top six trends dominating fall 2025, according to TikTok. 

Plum Chocolate Brown

Looking for a subtle change in hair color this fall? Try a reddish-brown look. This shade is perfect for natural brunettes, enhancing the natural shade with a colorful edge.  

Copper

Highlights are another great way to incorporate some seasonal color into your natural hair. These golden brown and light copper streaks make for easy styling, and fade well as the hair grows out over time. 

Bronde
@kendallfaithtoole

My hair girl really did that👏🏻😍 #hairday #hairinspo #fallhair #bronde @Aveda @sydneyveatch

♬ Another Day in Paradise – aino!

This limbo shade between blonde and brunette has circulated the internet time and time again, making its comeback for fall 2025 hair inspo no surprise. Leaning more towards one color? No problem. This in-between style gives you the best of both worlds without having to fully commit to one look.

Golden Brown

Another recurring favorite for the fall season is this iconic golden brown. Pair with some long layers and wispy, face-framing pieces to add even more dimension to your new style. 

Calico
@hairbyicy

✨How to: Cool-toned Calico✨ Feel free to comment any questions down below! Formulas and products used are all listed in the video and down below! 🫶🏼 Lightener : @Matrix high-riser Colors : 7CC matrix permanent & so silver conditioner I am currently not accepting new clients for blonding or color. New clients are welcomed for haircuts and treatments only. Classes will be coming soon so follow for more videos and all updates! #matrixpartner #dallashairstylist #calicotutorial #cooltonedcalico #hairgoals #funhair #baddiehair #haireducation #calicohair #calico

♬ sonido original – sin nombre

Calico — like the tri-colored cat — combines three hair colors, swirling together shades of blonde, brunette, and ginger into one statement look. What’s great about calico hair is its versatility. Whether you’re going for a more subtle, peekaboo vibe or fully embracing the Y2K-inspired resurgence with chunky strands and raccoon tail patterns, calico works for any aesthetic.

Mocha Mousse
@by_laurakim

Mocha mousse brunette I’m still obsessed with this colour and cut using no bleach highlights @Avedaaustralia . . . #mochamoussehair #brunette #longlayers #hairconsultation #hairinspo #hairtok #longlayers

♬ Nothing Can Come Between Us – Sade

You can’t go wrong with a classic, deep brunette look. This glossy shade is the definition of timeless, lasting you beyond the enjoyment of a one-time, seasonal color. 

Chiara Agudelo Lenhard is a Networking Coordinator, Staff Writer, and former Social Media team member at the Her Campus Chapter at Florida State University. She writes on a range of culture, lifestyle, and campus-related topics, with a special love for all things film and live music! During Summer 2025, she worked as an Editorial Entertainment Intern for Her Campus Nationals.

Chiara is a junior majoring in English (Editing, Writing, & Media) and is actively involved in organizations such as International Programs and the University Honors Program. In her free time, Chiara enjoys collaging, scrolling Substack, and listening to her favorite albums and podcasts!