These Are the 5 Most Exciting Hair Colours For Autumn, According to the Top Colourists

"We usually see the rise of copper colours every autumn, and this year we expect no
different. Instead of bright tones and more yellow-based shades, we're expecting the colour of the moment to lean deeper and more red than before, the result being these beautiful shades reminiscent of autumn leaves," Tyler Moore, expert hair stylist at Live True London tells POPSUGAR.

"Cocoa lights are warm, cocoa coloured highlights that perfectly suit medium-to-dark brown hair. They're created by taking the natural hair colour just a few shades lighter and warmer in strategic places, the result being a subtle cocoa-dusting of multi-tonal shades. This look is dimensional, low maintenance and perfect for autumn," Moore explains.

"Autumn is a great time to experiment with darker colours outside of your natural shade, with many people going for reds or purples, as this can be as discreet or bold as you choose. The amethyst purple shade can be worn as a statement all over colour, or as a balayage to balance with your natural shade. If you're still unsure, weaving in some deep plum tones into your balayage can be a more wearable option if you want just a hint of colour," Tyler shares.

"For those looking for a cooler, high-impact shade this winter, washed blonde is your answer. It's a desaturated, ashy and cool blonde shade, perfect for making a statement. This look works best as highlights or a high contrast balayage, and despite its name, it can be high maintenance. Load up on colour-balancing shampoos and don't forget to rebook for a toner refresh."

In order to achieve this look, Moore reccomends "bleaching the hair to a very high lift". While this isn't always achievable in one session, it can be done in stages. After the initial bleaching, you can then "tone your hair to a gorgeous creamy blonde by neutralising any natural yellows".

"Bamboo blonde is the next hair colour look for our blonde babes looking for a more subdued and natural tone leading into the fall. Think golden-beige tones, multidimensional shades, and a seamless blend. This look is reminiscent of the tweed blonde trend of last year, although this look is distinctly more natural, more beige and can be adjusted for both blondes and light-medium brown hair," Moore shares.