Marlene Lamont shares her expert take on the colour, cuts and finishes set to shape autumn/winter hair.
Published:As clients move away from the lighter, more relaxed styles of summer, autumn/winter brings a renewed focus on richer colour, statement cuts and polished finishes. From deep plum tones to micro fringes and textured mullets, Marlene Lamont highlights four key trends set to make an impact in salons this season.
Dark, dimensional colour takes centre stage for autumn/winter, with deep plum and purple shades offering an elegant way to refresh darker hair.
The rich combination of red and purple creates a multi-tonal, high-gloss finish that can add depth and dimension to flat or faded dark hair. For clients who aren’t looking for a dramatic colour transformation, plum is also an effective way to introduce a subtle hint of fashion colour to a brunette base.
The versatility of the shade makes it particularly appealing in the salon, working across a range of skin tones. The red and purple undertones help prevent paler complexions from appearing washed out, while retaining enough depth to complement darker skin tones without looking flat.
Micro fringes are making a return for AW, offering clients an instant style update and a more fashion-forward approach to face framing.
The cooler months can make shorter fringes easier to manage, with less heat and humidity helping bangs maintain their shape. Their short, blunt lines also create an effective contrast against the heavier textures of autumn/winter fashion, including coats, scarves and structured layers.
For salon clients wanting a noticeable change without committing to a major cut, a micro fringe can deliver an edgy new look while drawing attention to the eyes. The style also works particularly well with bobs and layered autumn cuts.
The continued revival of 70s and 80s-inspired hair is helping to drive the popularity of the textured mullet this season.
After months of beachy texture and undone waves, sleek, glossy hair is set to make a strong return for autumn/winter.
The polished finish taps into the continuing appeal of minimalism and quiet luxury, while high-shine hair creates the appearance of healthy, well-conditioned locks – particularly appealing as colder weather can leave hair feeling drier.
For salons, glossing services provide an effective way to refresh colour and boost shine, while clients can maintain the finish at home with shine sprays and a small amount of hair oil through the ends to help keep them nourished.
From rich, dimensional colour and precision fringe work to textured statement cuts and high-shine finishes, this season’s trends offer plenty of opportunities for salons to introduce clients to a fresh look.
The common thread is versatility: each trend can be adapted to suit the individual, whether a client wants a subtle seasonal update or a more dramatic transformation.
Combining attitude with a relatively low-maintenance finish, the textured mullet creates movement, natural-looking volume and an edgy silhouette. Softer, face-framing sections can be tailored to flatter the eyes and cheekbones, making the cut adaptable to individual clients.
It’s also a practical choice for the colder months, with its textured shape designed to retain its character even when faced with winter wind and rain.
Hair: Marlene Lamont
Photography: Lee Howell
Make Up: Samantha Whyte
Styling: Graeme Bone
Assistants: Blayre Turnbull, Aletta Jean Murphy
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