You’ve already updated your cut and got a fresh color for fall, now let’s take a look at the styling trends of the season. This fall, we’re going retro with looks inspired by the ’60s, the ’70s and the ever-iconic ‘90s. We’re loving high-volume, bouncy blowouts, but also effortless, natural texture and soft styling. Some of these looks require a little practice, but many can be done at home.
Ahead, the most coveted fall hairstyles we can’t get enough of this year.
1. Sabrina Bangs
Sabrina Carpenter’s bangs got everyone obsessed this year, and not just because they’re curtain bangs that flatter just about any face shape. Their soft, feathered texture and fluffy look is key: styled this way, they bring extra softness to the face to make you look twice as cute.
2. Wispy Bangs
Bangs had taken a break from the spotlight for a while, except with shag cuts, but they’re making a big comeback. Wispy bangs are perfect if you want to dip your toe into the trend without feeling like it’s too much.
3. Face-Framing Front Pieces
Still not quite sure about bangs? Thin front pieces will give you the face-framing effect while also delivering the laid-back ‘90s look. You can have them cut slightly shorter than your hair or just pull out the strands nearest to the face.
4. Cloud Curls
Cloud curls are natural, airy curls with a fluffy, soft finish. No need for every curl to be perfectly defined; the goal is to let your natural texture shine. Still, you want them to look hydrated and healthy, so focus on hair care and be gentle to your locks.
5. Fluffy Curled Hair
If you don’t have curly hair, try the tousled curls trend by braiding damp hair or using a curling iron on dry hair, then gently loosening the curls. This laid-back look is all about fluffy, soft texture without each curl needing to be perfect.
6. Lived-In Waves
This season, waves are moving away from the beachy trend and going for an even more tousled, undone look. You can use a curling iron to get the soft, messy-but-chic texture we’re all loving right now.
7. Boho Braids
Braids are huge this fall, with boho braids leading the way. Loose, curly strands are woven in alongside the braids for a fuller, more relaxed look that feels intentional without being overdone.
8. Curly Feed-In Braids
Curly feed-in braids with tight curls at the ends look amazing when worn loose, in a bun or in a ponytail. The bouncy curly ends will look fabulous with any braid style, from cornrows to box braids.
9. Butterfly Cornrows
Butterfly cornrows are fluffy, voluminous braids often done with extensions for extra length and volume. This romantic style looks especially cute with a few loose curls that frame the face.
10. Sleek Hair
Natural and lived-in is so on-trend this season, but sleek, glass-like finishes are huge if you prefer something more refined. High-shine, polished looks—from slicked-back updos to glossy, pin-straight strands—are giving us so much style inspiration.
11. Bouncy Blowouts
The layered cuts we’re seeing everywhere right now pair perfectly with voluminous blowouts. If your hair is long, styling can be a challenge, but large velcro rollers are a great tool to help you achieve the full, bouncy look.
12. ’90s Blowout Bob
This year is all about the bob. While we love the carefree, natural look of an Italian bob, adding volume and curl with a blowout can transform it into an Old Hollywood glamour moment.
13. Flippy Layers
Nostalgic, Y2K-inspired flippy layers are back and they work for just about every layered cut, from long butterfly cuts to short pixie shags. Keep the layers bouncy and full of movement to avoid an outdated look and stay on-trend.
14. Bedhead Hair
Effortlessly tousled bedhead hair is making a strong comeback this season. The beauty of this look lies in its undone, relaxed vibe that still manages to look stylish, giving ‘90s model-off-duty.
15. Tucked Bob
A well-cut bob looks so good and frames the face so beautifully that it doesn’t require much effort to refresh it a bit—simply tuck it behind one or both ears to emphasize your cheekbones. And depending on if it’s straightened, if you’re showing off your natural texture of if you had a blow out, the result will be completely different.
16. Messy Updo
Unlike the messy bun of the 2010s, this season’s messy updo is more glamorous than casual. With hair piled on top of the head and loose strands framing the face, this look will make you feel like a bombshell.
17. Undone Ponytails
The sleek, snatched ponytail will always be a favorite, but this season, we’re seeing a softer, more undone pony with a romantic, boho vibe. Loosen the elastic and let a few strands fall to try this dreamy look quickly.
18. Slick-Back Bun
On the other end of the spectrum, the slicked-back ballerina bun remains a staple for those who love a clean look. It’s been trending for a few seasons now, and we don’t see it going anywhere as long as Kendall and Hailey are wearing it—so keep your gel handy!
19. Hair Bows
Girly girls and lovers of all things pretty will love to know that hair bows are here to stay. This coquette basic has made its way into the mainstream and is bigger than ever.
20. Maximalist Hair Accessories
Oversized hair accessories like statement pins, barrettes and headbands are everywhere, and they’re a quick way to do something different with your hair without too much effort. Try combining glam accessories with undone hair or pairing soft pieces with polished looks to create contrast.