The return of the pumpkin spice latte seems to signal one thing every year: fall has officially arrived. But PSL inspiration doesn’t stop with your coffee order. As the seasons change, many clients start craving the same warm, rich tones in their hair.

At Studio 104 in Libertyville, fall hair color often means bringing back depth, dimension and warmth after months of summer sun.

What is pumpkin spice hair color?

Pumpkin spice hair isn’t one specific shade. Think of everything you see in your favorite fall drink: creamy caramel, cinnamon, warm copper, rich espresso and golden pumpkin tones.

Depending on your starting color and desired maintenance, your stylist might incorporate:

Pumpkin Copper — vibrant copper with warm golden undertones.

Cinnamon Brunette — rich brown enhanced with subtle red and copper warmth.

Caramel Latte — brunette paired with soft caramel dimension.

Spiced Auburn — a deeper blend of red, brown and copper.

Pumpkin Cream Blonde — golden, creamy blonde with a warmer finish.

Why are warmer hair colors popular in fall?

After summer, hair can appear lighter, faded or less dimensional from sun exposure, swimming and frequent washing. Fall is a natural opportunity to restore richness and shine.

There’s also something about the season itself. Our wardrobes shift toward camel, chocolate, burgundy and other earthy shades. Makeup gets warmer. Suddenly, those rich tones feel right in our hair, too.

Which fall hair color is right for you?

The best part of the pumpkin spice hair trend is that it can be completely customized. You don’t have to make a dramatic jump to copper to participate. A gloss, warmer highlights, cinnamon lowlights or subtle caramel pieces can give your existing color a seasonal refresh.

Ready for a little more spice?

Bring your fall hair inspiration to Studio 104 in Libertyville, and let’s create your own version of PSL hair. ☕️🍂