As the leaves start to turn golden and the nights draw in, autumn and winter always seem to usher in a tidal wave of beauty inspiration. Summer hair might be all about sunkissed highlights and tousled waves, but A/W hair is all about richer shades, bolder contrasts, and curls that will pair beautifully with your sweaters, coats, and party looks.
Hair extensions are the perfect way to try seasonal colour trends without the commitment. Here at SWAY, we make switching up your style easier than ever before! In this guide, we’ll explore the biggest A/Whair colour trends, how to get them with extensions, and why choosing premium quality makes all the difference!
The Beauty of Seasonal Hair Colour Trends
Colouring your hair has always been a great way to make a statement, but certain shades have an even more important connection to the seasons. Autumn and winter tones are inspired by the changing leaves, rich wine, dark chocolates, and icy blondes we see all around us during this time of year.
But these shades aren’t just trendy, they’re also flattering and gives your hair an extra boost of depth and dimension. Seasonal shifts are made easy with extensions, as you can embrace these beautiful shades without having to put any harsh chemicals on your natural hair.
You can add richness, brightness, or a hint of drama to your existing shade by adding in high quality extensions. That’s why many hair stylists and clients flock to SWAY during autumn and winter months to give their look a quick and easy refresh.
Rich Brunettes for the Colder Months
Brown hair is a classic, but it also feels particularly season-appropriate in autumn and winter. Darker colours are just naturally more in tune with the colder months. As you’re dressing in more textured fabrics and layering up, adding depth and richness to your hair shade will create an appeal throughout your style.
Brown shades are also magical when it comes to shine. Blonde hair bounces light off, but brown hair absorbs and deepens it, creating a shine that is even more striking in the cold light of A/W. Whether you’re styling your hair straight for a night out or wearing it in loose waves for a more relaxed look, brown hair has a way of looking high-fashion without being intimidating.
Macchiato, Chestnut, & Espresso Shades
For this season, think about going with Macchiato. It’s rich and silky, like a dessert, and flattering on almost all skin tones, especially when styled with neutral or winter colour palettes.
Chestnut is a warmer, slightly lighter brown, and it has just enough red undertone to catch the light naturally. It’s also a wonderful choice for clients who are looking to freshen up their colour a little for the season without going too far outside of their natural shade.
The final brunette we’ve chosen is espresso, the darkest and boldest of the three. It’s a shade that’s almost black, with a sense of elegance that’s great for clients who are looking to make a statement with their hair.
Creating Dimension with Extensions
Extensions let you play around with dimension and tone without making permanent changes to you natural hair. Inserting chocolate-toned wefts into a darker base creates a gorgeous lowlight, while a chestnut layering over a medium brown adds instant warmth. This natural combination of tones is the most realistic way to create a multi-dimensional look, as if the sun is catching different strands.
SWAY’s brunette shades are chosen to blend naturally, so whether you’re enhancing your natural colour or changing your hair completely, it always feels and looks high-end. Extensions also give you more thickness and movement, which only enhances the shiny effect of darker hair.
The Return of Mocha Highlights
Opting for mocha highlights as a way to play with highlights, add brightness, warmth, and create dimension is a great idea, one that many love to do. These hair colours often go beautifully with darker shades of brunette hair and can look natural and shiny.
They can be a wonderful way to brighten your hair up in winter when the grey in the sky and the low sun can make colours look dull and flat. Mocha hair colours are a softer and gentler alternative to straight blonde and can look gorgeous in the fall and winter.
Extensions for Instant Highlights
Traditionally, achieving highlights meant hours in the salon chair, lightening sections of hair with bleach and toner. Not only is this time-consuming, but it can also leave your hair feeling dry and in need of extra care, something that isn’t ideal when you’re already battling winter frizz and dryness.
With SWAY extensions, you can skip the bleach entirely and enjoy instant results!
By strategically placing mocha-toned extensions, you can create the illusion of highlights without ever touching your natural hair colour.
This approach is not only faster, but also much healthier for your strands, as it avoids the damage that often comes with hair lightening treatments. The result is a natural blend that looks just like salon highlights, only without the long-term commitment.
Blonde Shades for Winter
Blonde hair in cooler shades is the secret to changing up the look of your light locks in colder months. Golden, sun-kissed shades might resemble long summer days in the sunshine, but autumn and winter call for much cooler-toned blondes.
Think ashy blondes and Hollywood blends, all of which feel elegant and chic. The crispness of cooler blondes is a refreshing change and pairs perfectly with dark winter colours.
Ash Blondes Contrast With Wintry Wear
If you’re looking for a shade that will make you stand out, ash blondes are the answer. Envision ash lengths pulled back beneath a black wool coat or silvery blonde highlights catching the sparkle of Christmas lights as you walk down the street. These colours will have you making a statement in no time.
Hollywood Blondes
Of course, not all A/W blondes have to be ash blonde. Warm shades still have a place in the spectrum, and remain a favourite for anyone wanting to maintain a little sun in their look.
Hollywood blonde infuses the skin with golden warmth, while feeling creamy and glamourous. They’re also a particularly flattering option during the winter months, when skin can appear paler.
Why Choose SWAY for Seasonal Hair Colour Trends
Seasonal hair colour trends are constantly changing and with every season, new trends in hair colours emerge. There is one thing that will always stay the same and that is a need for quality. The last thing anyone wants is a hair colour that looks like it’s going to fall out or easily tangle.
Our team at SWAY loves helping clients experiment with new colours and styles, but we want you to have the confidence in doing so without harming the health of your natural hair. SWAY human hair extensions are made to blend in perfectly with the movement, shine, and texture of your natural hair, so you can style them exactly as you would your own hair. That’s why we stock a wide variety of colour shades with the ability to match you perfectly!
So whether you’re adding mocha highlights to your hair for autumn, going cool toned with hollywood blondes in winter, or trying something a little more bold, we have the perfect shade to blend with. All our colours are multi-tonal for depth so even if you fancy balayage or ombre inspired hair colours, you can do this without going to a salon for colouring.
We pride ourselves at SWAY not just on our selection of hair extensions, but on the complete hair experience. We offer professional fitting, a haircare collection, and a shade collection that really caters for the latest trends to make sure your investment in seasonal hair colour is one that pays off! With SWAY extensions, you can be free to embrace change and step into every season with confidence!
Hair Colour Trends: FAQs
1. What hair colours are best for autumn and winter?
Rich brunettes, mocha highlights, ash blondes, and Hollywood blondes are all popular for A/W. These tones complement the season’s fashion and offer warmth or contrast depending on your style.
2. Can I try seasonal colours without dyeing my hair?
Yes. SWAY hair extensions make it easy to experiment with new shades without damaging or colouring your natural hair. You can add highlights, lowlights, or even bold colours instantly.
3. How do I maintain my extensions during winter?
Winter weather can be harsh on hair, so it’s essential to use SWAY’s Hydrate System to keep extensions nourished. Protecting hair from heat with our heat protection spray also prevents dryness and frizz.
4. Which extension method is best for a seasonal colour change?
All of our professional methods at SWAY are great for seasonal hair colour changes. To get the perfect colour match, we offer a virtual colour match consultation to help you find the perfect shade.
