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The fall season calls for pumpkin spice lattes, cozy sweaters, and yes, fall hairstyles. Don’t get stuck in your same old beauty routine—take it up a notch. Instead, opt for a big haircut change or add a few accessories to your style. It might be intimidating to walk out the door with a giant clip in your hair, but trust us, Ashley Graham and Zazie Beetz will convince you to go for it. And if you’ve been holding off that major hair length or hair color change, we have all the hairstyle inspo you need to take the plunge.
You’re about to have the most exciting fall yet, thanks to risk-taking moves with your hair. The best fall hair trends for 2019 include (but are certainly not limited to) barrettes, center parts, curtain bangs, and low ponytails. Big and bouncy, or sleek and straight, there’s something to fit any hair type and personal preference. Also, while you might not be heading to the beach from September to November, you need to prepare to make (crimped) waves! Whether you want a permanent hairstyle change or simply want to refresh your current look, celebrities and models have already done it for us. Take a peek at the following pictures and prepare for your next big hair move.
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Blunt Bob
Summer is all about the lob, but expect to see even shorter haircuts like Emilia Clarke‘s. Just like she’s shown us, we’re sure you can rock anything from long blonde curls to a blunt brunette bob.
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Crimped Waves
From the runways to the red carpet, we’re starting to see these uniform crimped waves on all of our hairstyle icons. Just take Joan Small‘s CFDA Fashion Awards look and see how you can recreate it.
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Center Part
There’s no taking sides with this trend. Lea Michele just made the switch, thanks to hairstylist Laura Polko, but we think she’ll keep the trend through the fall. And she’s not the only one opting for the simple, sophisticated style. Try using a thin comb to get it perfectly straight.
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Glossy Strands
“The spotlight is on shiny, healthy-looking hair this season,” says Good Housekeeping Beauty Director April Franzino, who recommends John Frieda’s Frizz Ease Daily Nourishment Leave-In Conditioner for fine hair. Take Jennifer Garner‘s glossy locks at a recent red carpet event for inspiration.
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Curtain Bangs
Bryce Dallas Howard‘s fringe is textured and flirty, thanks to hair pro Christian Wood. Reminiscent of 1960s stars like Brigitte Bardot, her ever-so-slightly messy bangs look gorgeous when paired with a high ponytail.
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Sleek Low Ponytails
Next time you sleep through your alarm, whip your hair into a low ponytail like Tiffany Haddish at last year’s MTV Movie and TV Awards by smoothing the top half and then pulling it back. For your sleekest updo yet, check out the expert-approved Garnier Disorder Power Wax Spray.
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Finger Waves
If you’re tired of typical curling iron waves and curls, try Constance Wu‘s throwback look, reminiscent of Marcel waves. This tutorial will show you how.
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Wet and Wavy
Forget that mundane date with your blow dryer. The wet hair is still trending, and Taraji P. Henson knows just how to rock it. Celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess recommends a high-gloss pomade to create a look of your own.
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Messy Bun
Meghan Markle‘s signature low-key updo continues to trend. You’ll feel royally elegant with this wispy style, which you can achieve by spraying your crown with hairspray before brushing it back into a bun. Pull a few pieces out to get the duchess’s wind-blown look.
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Headbands
Scarves and headbands, like this one from pro hairstylist Kristin Ess, will add style and warmth to your fall ensemble. Use the accessory to put your hair up or let your locks loose.
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Claw Clips
Your favorite 80s accessory is back and better than ever! Throw up your hair with a claw clip, like the ones used in Alexander Wang’s show last year.
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Bed Head Waves
Priyanka Chopra‘s tousled, I-just-woke-up ‘do made waves on the red carpet at Clive Davis’s 2018 Pre-Grammy Gala. For the perfect loose curls, try the Beachwaver Pro curling iron — then shake them out even more to copy Chopra.
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Bronze Tones
Shimmer like Issa Rae on the red carpet at the Marie Claire Image Maker Awards. The warm toffee tone complements any fall-inspired outfit.
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Top Knots
This go-to option for Chrissy Teigen is almost always on-trend, but this fall, it’ll be the perfect complement to your red lip and cozy sweater.
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Flipped Up
While short hairstyles are all over, celebrities are flipping for this ‘do. Vanessa Hudgens rocked slightly upturned ends to the premiere of her movie Dog Days. You can copy her look with a round brush and hair dryer.
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Banana Buns
Popularized a couple years ago, banana buns are continuing to pop up all over Pinterest. We’re thinking the romantic style will stick around, especially through the end of wedding season. All it takes is twisting and pinning up your hair to get this elegant look.
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Pops of Color
Your sweater and overcoat aren’t the only things keeping you warm this fall. Pro hairstylist Kristin Ess gave Lucy Hale a subtle pop of pastel to liven up her locks. She’s back to brunette now, but maybe she’ll heat things up as the temperature starts cooling down.
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Half-Up, Half-Down
Camila Mendes elevated her look (and hair) with this half-updo. Stars have been leaning toward this low-lift elegance, but others are opting for a more structured and sleek half-up ponytail. Whatever your preference, your hair will be away from your face and ready to tackle windy weather conditions.
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Smooth Side Braid
It’s safe to say Zendaya is a hair icon. And thanks to Ouai Haircare, we can copy another one of her sleek styles with their Rose Hair and Body Oil.
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Braided Crowns
Craft a textured, romantic braid, like this one from Ess, for your next event. Here, the hair pro provides yet another enviable updo using two different braiding techniques that start at the crown and are pinned into place.
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Air-Dried Waves
Jenna Dewan credits a few products for helping her achieve her effortless, everyday curls. One of her favorites? The Ouai Wave Spray. She says it helps her lock in curls without making them “crunchy.”
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Bold Bobs
Bobs are everywhere these days. And thanks to Gabrielle Union-Wade, we can understand why. We’re expecting even more celebs to get major chops this fall.
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Caramel Blonde
Blondes might be having more fun this fall, as shown by Lucy Liu‘s dramatic hair color change that she debuted last year. She recently went back to her natural brunette hair, but she clearly had fun as a blonde. Meanwhile, more and more stars continue to swap out their darker locks for caramel tones.
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Bows
Yet another accessory to add to your shopping cart, bows work with nearly any hairstyle. Whether it’s curly, straight, or half-up, tying your ‘do with a bow adds some feminine flair to your ensemble.
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Hot Chocolate Locks
For a screening of her film The Darkest Minds, Mandy Moore went for darker locks. Similar to the beloved fall beverage, hot chocolate hair color is deep, rich, and perfect for the season.
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Angular Bobs
Bobs get a fall-forward update with longer, face-framing layers, like the cut Chris McMillan gave Nina Dobrev. She’s also sporting two aforementioned trends, the center part and curtain bangs, so she’s clearly ready for autumn.