Seasonal Hair Colour Trends: Your Autumn Inspiration Guide

The Autumn Colour Edit

Autumn brings a richer, more dimensional approach to hair colour. This season is defined by polished brunettes, creamy blondes and luminous copper-reds, each designed to catch the light while remaining beautifully wearable.

Whether you are considering a subtle seasonal adjustment or a more noticeable transformation, these five colour directions offer inspiration for every complexion, lifestyle and maintenance preference.

Glossy cashmere brown bob at Jo Hansford
Cashmere Brown - soft, muted and effortlessly polished.
Colour 01

Cashmere Brown

Cashmere Brown is a refined brunette with cool, earthy undertones and a soft matte quality. It feels sophisticated without appearing heavy, making it ideal for clients who want a natural-looking brunette with a modern, understated finish.

Achieve the look

Tint, gloss and subtle light

A personalised tint creates the smooth brunette base. A gloss adds silkiness and depth, while mini lights or a biscuit-toned balayage can introduce gentle texture.

Maintain the look

Keep the richness

Refresh the tint and gloss every 6-8 weeks. Mini lights or balayage can usually be revisited every 8-12 weeks, depending on the desired contrast.

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Long glossy mocha brunette hair at Jo Hansford
Mocha Brunette - creamy depth with softly illuminated movement.
Colour 02

Mocha Brunette

Mocha Brunette combines pearlescent brown tones with a whisper of gold. The result is luminous and dimensional, preserving the richness of brunette hair while adding enough light to soften the overall silhouette.

Achieve the look

Build creamy dimension

Begin with a tailored brunette tint, then weave in delicate baby lights or a soft balayage to create ribbons of light through the lengths and around the face.

Maintain the look

Preserve tone and shine

Plan tint appointments every 6-8 weeks, with baby lights or balayage refreshed approximately every 8-12 weeks for continued dimension.

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Soft creamy Swiss Blonde hair by Jo Hansford
Swiss Blonde - bright, pearly and softly creamy.
Colour 03

Swiss Blonde

Swiss Blonde offers a softer alternative to traditional platinum. Pearly cream tones create a clean, radiant finish that feels bright but never stark, delivering modern lightness with a polished, expensive-looking sheen.

Achieve the look

Create complete brightness

A full head of expertly placed highlights can build an even blonde result across the whole head, followed by a tailored toner for the signature creamy-pearl finish.

Maintain the look

Control warmth

Refresh highlights every 8-12 weeks and use colour-safe care at home to help retain clarity, softness and shine between appointments.

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Glossy veiled ruby red hair at Jo Hansford
Veiled Ruby - a subtle, jewel-toned approach to red.
Colour 04

Veiled Ruby

Veiled Ruby introduces red in a soft, flattering way. The tone adds warmth and richness without feeling overpowering, creating a jewel-like glow that becomes especially beautiful as the hair moves.

Achieve the look

Layer rich red pigment

A bespoke tint service creates an even tone from root to end, allowing the ruby pigments to appear vibrant while remaining balanced against the complexion.

Maintain the look

Protect brilliance

Red pigment naturally fades more quickly, so colour refreshes every 6-8 weeks help preserve its depth, luminosity and freshly coloured finish.

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Glossy spiced copper hair at Jo Hansford
Spiced Cowboy - glowing auburn, gold and terracotta copper.
Colour 05

Spiced Cowboy

Spiced Cowboy is autumn at its most expressive. A vibrant auburn foundation is enriched with glistening gold, fiery red and terracotta copper, producing a multidimensional colour that shifts beautifully in different light.

Achieve the look

Create warmth and depth

A personalised tint builds the copper base, while a high-gloss glaze enhances warmth, movement and the reflective finish that makes this colour so distinctive.

Maintain the look

Keep copper luminous

Schedule colour appointments every 6-8 weeks to maintain the fiery tone and prevent the finish from losing its signature vibrancy.

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At-home care

Protect your salon colour

Choose colour-safe formulas

Use shampoo and conditioner specifically designed to preserve coloured hair and reduce premature fading.

Prioritise gentle cleansing

Sulphate-free shampoo helps retain natural oils and supports a softer, fresher-looking colour result.

Restore moisture

Follow with a rich conditioner or treatment to help combat dryness and leave the hair smooth and manageable.

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Your autumn transformation

Find the shade that feels entirely your own

Every Jo Hansford colour begins with a detailed consultation, considering your complexion, hair condition, lifestyle and ideal level of maintenance.

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