Voluminous Retro Waves
Fall demands drama- not only in clothing but in hair as well. These voluminous retro waves add that glamorous lift to medium hair or long hair that reminds of old Hollywood, but is made modern in fall hairstyles 2025. The deep side part and smooth, sculpted bends focus the attention on the face but add unquestionable sophistication.
To do this, I adore hot rollers to give bounce, then a wide-barrel curling iron to perfect the shape. A firm yet malleable hairspray such as L Or eacute l Elnett Satin holds the waves in place without rigidity and they are still wavy and beautiful.
This appearance shows that wavy hair does not necessarily have to be casual, it can be strong and dominating. Chris Appleton, a stylist, regularly states, that hair is the best accessory you will ever have, and I could not agree more with this style.
Playful Bubble Braids
The surprise hit of simple fall hairstyles braid trends this year is bubble braids. This two-fold version has a young, comfy feel to it, particularly when combined with thick sweaters, and is a miracle worker with medium length or long hair. It is a wonderful style to wear to school, on weekends or whenever you want to look playful but polished.
To achieve the most optimal results, I apply small elastics and evenly distribute them and pull each section to add volume. In case you have thin hair, a spritz of volumizing powder prior to styling will make the bubbles appear thicker.
My favorite part is that this is so versatile, you can wear it down with casual clothes or replace the elastics with ribbon or metallic ties to dress it up to go out. It is one of those simple fast styles that appear to be much more complex than they are.
Sleek Rope Braid
When you need chic but minimalistic and fashion-forward fall hairstyles on long hair, the sleek rope braid is your answer. The beginning of this style involves straight hair that is smoothed back into a high ponytail then twisted into a rope-like braid. It is a favorite on greasy hair days when you still want to be chic.
I prime the hair with a smoothing cream such as Oribe Straight Away to calm frizz and tame flyaways. A bit of hair oil on the ends is what makes it look polished and shiny.
It has a certain confidence that goes with something so streamlined, it is powerful, a little edgy, yet still casual enough to wear on a daily basis. It is a statement-making braid that does not say too much.
Minimalist Half-Up with Gold Clip
This half up minimalist is subtle class at its best. Straight long hair is piled at the top and held in place by a smooth gold pin, the rest falling freely down the back. It is an ideal option when you want something neat but not too fancy as a half up easy fall hairstyle.
Since the hair remains almost natural, it is necessary to maintain it healthy and smooth. I would use a moisturizing shampoo, such as Olaplex No.4 and a few swipes with a flat iron to get that glassy look.
It is the type of style that is as suitable in coffee runs as it is in evening dinners- a fact that truly demonstrates that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication at times.
Golden Strawberry Waves
This strawberry gold color with soft curvy hair is a dream come true to crisp autumn afternoons. The combination of warm blonde and light copper undertones makes long hair look natural and glowing, which is ideal to create easy fall hairstyles 2025. It is a shade that will flatter many skin tones and give a bit of that pop of color that is so seasonal but not too loud.
To keep this tone, a color-protecting shampoo such as Redken Color Extend Blondage is needed, and frequent gloss treatments to keep the color bright. A curling wand that is lightweight may be used to develop those gentle curves that make the light play on the hair.
I adore the romantic and easy feeling of this style- the perfect combination of fall date nights or weekend brunches. It is also beautiful when worn as long hair straight to create a sleeker mood.
Relaxed French Braid Ponytail
And in case you are looking for simple fall hairstyles braid that is functional and fashionable, this casual French braid that turns into a low ponytail is the one. It is so pretty with medium or long hair, with a soft, casual chic that is ideal at school, on a weekend drive, or a warm weather outing.
I prefer to condition the hair with some leave-in cream such as It?s a 10 to tame frizz but leave the hair flexible so that it can be braided. In the case of thin hair, the braid can be loosened after to add more volume and texture.
It is the just-undone look- polished enough to wear during the day but casual enough to be friendly. It’s autumn road trip energy in hairstyle form.
Messy High Bun with Face-Framing Strands
My favorite hairstyle is a messy high bun when I want to look put together but not too done. It is a combination of a voluminous knot and long, face-framing strands that makes this version ideal to create easy fall hairstyles with medium hair or long hair. The edgy-ish feel is best complemented with dramatic makeup or earrings.
To hold, I swear by Bumble and bumble Thickening Dryspun Finish-it gives hold, but not stiffness, so the bun will hold but still look light. In case you have bangs, you may tuck them into the style or leave them out to add even more softness.
It is a fast and simple appearance that goes straight to dinner after the errands. Plus, it’s a lifesaver for slightly greasy hair days.
