As the air gets crisp and PSLs make their way back into our hands (yes, it’s that time again), I can’t stop thinking about the in-between hair length that feels just right. You know what I mean—that medium length haircut for fall that doesn’t scream “summer chop” or “winter grow-out.” It’s that cozy, confident zone in the middle.
But what makes a cut fall-ready? Is it the texture? The subtle volume? That barely-there fringe that flirts with your lashes? Let’s talk. The following is a breakdown of some of the mid-length cuts that have been subtly taking over the salons, the ones I have seen trending in Pinterest boards, celebrity feeds, and TikTok scrolls alike. These aren’t just haircuts. They’re a vibe.
Feathered Volume with Lash-Grazing Bangs
This look is an entire love letter to soft layers and movement that frames the face. The bangs are light, parted just enough to show off the brows without covering the eyes—giving off that ’90s supermodel energy but reimagined in a softer, wearable way. It is that medium length haircut that still feels effortless but obviously has some structure: feathered ends, underlayers, that golden sandy blonde that still feels warm even on the most cloudy day.
The thing I like about this cut is that it adds bounce without being too demanding. The roots are maintained in dry shampoo and a round brush + a low heat blowout revives it in between washings. To be super soft and frizz-free, I use the Color Wow Dream Coat which is essentially a light raincoat against humid, unpredictable fall weather.
This length with airy curtain bangs made me feel different when I put on a blazer or even ran errands last fall when I tried it. You all of a sudden look like somebody who has it together even when you don’t. Bonus: It works beautifully with oversized scarves.
The key is to keep the trim routine consistent. This type of medium-length style may lose bounce when the layers get too long. Every 6-8 weeks is your sweet spot for touch-ups.
Pumpkin Spice Energy Meets Glossy Shag
This trim sends me in mind to want to take something warm and walk in crunchy leaves. That deep copper brown is fall in a bottle- and coupled with full fringe and lightly deconstructed ends, it is cool girl with a vintage record collection in the best possible way. It has just enough lift at the crown to prevent it going flat and the way it fits on the face? Chef’s kiss.
The copper hue here is high-maintenance, no lie. I advise a color-depositing mask such as Kristin Ess Signature Gloss in Copper Penny to revive the vivacity every two weeks. And yes, the bangs will require some dry shampoo love and a mini flat iron moment to ensure that they do not go their own way on humid mornings.
It is this tone and two falls ago I was literally stopped in Trader Joe by strangers who wanted to know what color it was. It just lives–like your hair before you did.
It is the type of style that appears even better with texture. No one wants to be full heat styled at the moment, so a sea salt spray such as Ouai Wave Spray worked by scrunching into damp hair is the answer. Effortless and a little wild.
Frenchie Chic with Barely-There Bangs
It would be a haircut of croissant. Soft, mid-length layers and those wispy, micro-curtain bangs just kiss the cheekbones—it’s the definition of understated glam. The magic of this medium length fall haircut is that it does not work against your face. It follows your natural shape, enhancing without overtaking.
This cut doesn’t need much. A texturizing mist, such as R+Co Balloon, gives it that extra “pouf” so it does not go flat. But honestly? Other days, air drying and a side tuck is all that is necessary. I adore the casualness of it yet it is styled.
If you’re someone who wants a change without feeling “done,” this one’s for you. It’s that sweet in-between of elegance and edge. I swear my style got chicer simply by default when I tried a version of this in early October. Turtlenecks are a different thing when your hair says, Yes I read French Vogue.
According to stylists, this cut is an excellent one to frame statement earrings, or to emphasize bone structure. Totally agree. It’s fall in Paris energy—even if you’re just going to Target.
Undone Texture with Off-Center Flow
This one’s all about that “I didn’t try (but actually did)” finish. The chop is deliberately styled and not overly styled, allowing natural waves to work their magic. The extended, asymmetrical section brings movement and adds some mystique about the eyes. It’s giving moody poetry book. It’s giving oversized leather jacket with headphones in.
This length is flattered by a small amount of use of a diffuser and Davines Curl Building Serum- even when you are not curly, it brings out some of whatever wave you have. Think soft motion, not big volume.
As an individual, I think that this style offers the greatest flexibility on a daily basis. On other mornings, I just spritz in water, scrunch and get on with it. You do a two-minute touch-up with a flat iron to shape the ends, others. It never feels “stale.”
A little secret I’ve learned? Add a dry oil (like the Kérastase Elixir Ultime) right before stepping outside. It adds this glowy effect that makes your hair look good IRL as opposed to in selfies, which is pretty uncommon.
The Classic Soft Fall Flow
This is a silent luxury haircut to say the least. No bangs, no frills—just pure elegance. The ends are gently rounded, the texture remains consistent and the mid-length falls perfectly at the collarbone. It’s the kind of medium length haircut for fall that never feels dated, and somehow always complements your outfit, whether you’re in a trench or an oversized knit.
It is extremely low maintenance, hence the reason why it is a go-to when one needs a reset without the drama. I maintain the hair with Pureology Hydrate Shampoo + Conditioner, and perhaps once a week I use a bit of Amika Flash Instant Shine Mask to add a few drops of shine.
It is also awesome to pull back into a low claw clip or soft bun on lazier days. However, after being used, it leaves a feeling of being clean and minimal in the most positive sense of the word.
And you know what? Sometimes the simplest styles are the most powerful. This haircut only allows your features to breathe and at times that is all you need when the seasons change.
Soft Layers & Clean Lines for a Radiant Reset
It is an equivalent of a skin care regimen, though on your hair; clean, healthy, glowing. The cut leans to soft long layers that permit only a slight movement with everything falling perfectly around the shoulders. It’s the kind of medium length haircut for fall that looks great tucked behind one ear with gold hoops (as we see here), or casually falling around your collarbone during a coffee date.
It is perfect on anyone who wants a little ease without that styled polish. In order to keep this natural shine and softness, I rely on LOrEal Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water as a weekly treatment-it straightens everything down without making it feel heavy. And for a simple day-to-day product? Verb Ghost Oil is a pea sized product that leaves a weightless finish which is literally hair glow.
The thing that I love about this cut is because it is timeless. There’s no try-hard element, just clean femininity. It soft-focuses the face in the most natural manner and it looks good with both thick and fine hair.
And here is the truth of it, when fall is in full swing, the last thing we want is a cut that needs an army of tools. This style? Wash, dry, and go live your life.
Textured Chocolate Waves with Curtain Bangs
Let’s talk dimension. This multidimensional, dishevelled haircut introduces the significant volume, but the form remains on the ground. The bangs softly bang part and fuse into the other layers, and this is one of the most flattering medium length haircuts for fall that I have seen this season. It is casual, confident, and a bit romantic–just the sort of thing to wear on a day when you had to run errands but still look cool.
When I had a similar cut last fall, I used Bumble and Bumble Surf Foam Spray to get that airy volume and piecey wave without crunch. It is the best way to add grit, particularly to finer textures. You do not require a curling iron to make this work, a twist during air drying provides sufficient definition.
This look has a quality that looks great with denim and on top of necklaces. It helps your face shine, but not too much, piling all the hair back. Also, the longer fringe is more flattering to almost all face shapes.
Should you be considering letting go of curtain bangs, this cut makes the in-between phase feel completely purposeful. Trust me, you won’t regret the grow-out phase here.
Honey Blonde Layers with a Blowout Bounce
This is the blowout girl’s dream. That bouncy, but structured, end that you can actually hold onto even after day one? Yes, please. The tips curl out, that smooth curve that only happens when you have cut the layers well and have a round brush. It has the energy of “I have a silk blouse and I know how to wear it” but it is casual enough to be everyday.
I would suggest the Amika Blowout Babe Thermal Brush to maintain the blowout in a fresh condition. It gives just enough polish to re-shape second (or third) day hair. And not to mention a great heat protectant- Gisous Propolis Heat Protecting spray smells amazing and makes the ends happy.
I personally prefer this length on lighter shades because it allows the hair to be light enough to reflect light without being to heavy on the color. Besides, the blowout style provides volume which makes the fine or medium-thick hair appear plush.
Also? This cut and a cozy scarf = fall fantasy. Just saying.
Bronze Flow with Retro Underlayers
This is a trim that is to be done to people who desire volume without the layers that run amok. The ends are set, not airy and there is a definite flow to the structure, it curves under like a gentle C that fits the shoulders like no other in the most flattering manner. The color adds to the richness—subtle bronze that warms up cooler complexions (hello, October glow).
It is a perfect medium length haircut in the fall when you adore sleek not flat. Before blow drying I would apply Krrastase Discipline Ol eo relax to assist in the frizz and to keep the ends curled not fluffy. It keeps everything smooth without killing the vibe.
The thing I personally love about this is that it works so well on dressier occasions–dinner parties, weddings, date nights. A big barrel iron to add some retro waves and you are golden.
It also plays really nicely with shoulder-grazing earrings. Make the hair part of the outfit- it is your best moving accessory.
Quiet Layers with Natural Dimension
This cut has a restraint about it making it so chic. It’s not layered to bits, not overly styled. Nothing but quiet form, gentle motion and lived-in color. The lines are crisp, the ends slightly bevelled in and the layers lay clean to provide movement without frizz.
It is an excellent trim in case you are looking to grow out the older layers, or you want a new reset but not a complete transformation. It handles fall wind beautifully—nothing flies out of place. A smoothing balm such as Living Proof No Frizz Nourishing Styling Cream is excellent at keeping it all under control.
I would use only one word to describe this cut and that word is timeless. It won’t date. It works for every outfit, every age, every season. But paired with a navy crewneck and natural brows? Fall perfection.
This style also has a certain serene vitality–it is the sort of style that belongs to a person who reads real books and makes herb tea. Which, honestly, is a look I’m going for lately.
Polished Layers with a Glossy Finish
It is just so damn good to have a haircut that is this fresh in the back. These layers are rounded and cut to perfection- providing bounce, body and that clean edge that is always like a day in the salon. It has an added depth of the dark chocolate color, which is ideal for the fall when all your boots and coffee order are becoming richer.
The style goes great with thickening spray such as Oribe Maximista at the root, and a round brush blow out to fix the shape. I’d top it off with a shine mist (like Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil) through the ends to keep that reflective sheen alive.
I recall having a similar cut in November and all of a sudden I felt like I could walk in any room and dominate it. It is the type of form that makes you sit up straighter- quiet confident, effortlessly dressed.
It can only survive when it is regularly trimmed to maintain the shape snatched, particularly at the ends. No split ends allowed here—this cut deserves better.
Luxurious Blunt Flow with Underlayers
This style is so tamed and perfect- it is velvet in hair. The ends of the blunt cuts are slightly curved inwards and long layers provide the structure without adding bulk. It is a new take on the old round blowout and truthfully it never goes out of style. Particularly not as fall coats begin to emerge out of the closet.
I would pre-style this look with Redken Frizz Dismiss Rebel Tame, which delivers a sleek finish, but also guards against humidity, which is an under-rated necessity as the weather changes with the temperatures. And for that curved edge? A large round brush and a bit of patience. Worth every second.
I always think of New York in October when I see this shape, it is very structured, sharp yet it has a softness that does not make it too done. It can be worn with a turtleneck or a trench or even just a no makeup day.
It’s also one of the few cuts that can handle day three hair and still look incredibly put together. One swipe of the dry shampoo and you are on your way again.
Refined Caramel Flow with Volume at the Ends
This medium length haircut fall is giving golden hour. The caramel highlights are so nice and warm and the ends are full and curvy and really fresh in a classic way. This is the kind of style you want when you’re craving more hair without growing it too long.
To retain the shape and ensure smoothness I would apply Color Wow Xtra Large Bombshell Volumizer. It adds volume, but does not harden, so your hair remains hair. Combine it with a medium round brush and do it in sections–it is worth it.
It is an experience that this type of cut makes dressing in the fall more fun. Every neckline looks better. Even your earrings feel a little fancier.
The magic is in the accuracy here–this is not a hack cut with color. It’s crafted with intention, and it shows.
Cool-Toned Waves with Natural Shine
This look is for my soft glam girls. The waves are liquid and even, moving with that mermaid gloss and the color is shaded towards a cool blonde that is particularly gorgeous in the crisp fall light. It’s balanced, symmetrical, and looks expensive—even if it’s low-effort.
It is easier to keep such wave patterns using a flat iron as opposed to a curling wand. I take GHD Platinum+ Styler and bend the sections a bit and brush through with a boar bristle brush to get that natural wave look. Apply Kerrastase Elixir Ultime LHuile Originale on top to shine like a dream.
Its color is a bit high-maintenance, however, once a week application of dpHUE Cool Blonde Shampoo helps to keep the brass away without stripping.
I would just die to wear cozy knitwear and chunky boots with these waves. As the hair iteration of your favorite cashmere sweater, you know it so well, it is so good, you can not miss it.
Layered Auburn with Soft Curtain Fringe
Can we have a moment for the color? This deep auburn color is like maple leaves and fires. The light layers are floating around the face, and there is a lightly feathered curtain bang which makes the style romantic but not quite as committed to a fringe. It is one of those medium length haircuts that leaves heads turning, but without screaming.
To keep red tones from fading too fast (and you know they always try to), I’ve been using R+Co Gemstone Color Shampoo—it really does make a difference in vibrancy. And dry days, a drop of Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil resurrects the entire thing and does not make it heavy.
This is a trimming that is just the right amount of playful and refined. I looked very much the same in early October and I swear my entire closet felt more wearable. Flannels, leather jackets, even your coziest hoodie? All better with hair like this.
It is the type of cut that makes you remember: sometimes a new season is actually the best possible excuse to shine up a bit more.
Cascading Ginger Layers with Serious Lift
This cut is all about movement. The rich copper color is already like it was designed to be applied to crunchy leaves and cinnamon-spiced everything, but it is the layering that takes it to the next level. The shorter pieces are piled on top of each other, beginning at the cheekbones and turned-out ends–almost feathered, with volume and softness in a single stroke.
Here you will want a blow-dry brush, such as the Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus to lift at the root and sculpt the mid-lengths. Finish with a flexible hold spray (I like Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium) to lock the shape without stiffness.
This is the kind of haircut that makes you want to rewatch ‘You’ve Got Mail’ while wearing vintage Levi’s and texting your stylist “I need this, like, now.”
If you’re into bold yet wearable hair moves, this is the power move that still feels cozy.
Retro-Inspired Layers with Full Fringe
This cut is very early 2000s (in the best way). The longer, sweeping bangs and that thicker, Bardot-esque fringe are back in style and they are best showcased during fall. When it is combined with chocolate brown hair, it exudes just enough of the, so-called, cool girl nostalgia.
The trick to styling this is to lift the bangs with a round brush as they dry so you do not end up with a flat fringe scenario. I have tried the Brooklyn Bombshell Blowout Spray by Amika and it is fantastic to hold shape without losing bounce.
This cut personally to me makes your face look natural. It accents the cheeks, relaxes the jawline, and elevates the basic tees.
I would suggest this style to anyone who wants something soft with just a bit of edge- it sits on the boundary of grunge and glam so well.
Sleek Swoops with Face-Framing Glow
It is one of the most versatile medium length haircuts of the fall-a layered shag-lite that is not choppy but silky. It’s low-maintenance in the best way. The bangs of the curtain fuse with the side layers as though they were supposed to be there. No harsh angles, no fuss.
To style, I recommend Shu Uemura Blow Dry Beautifier- it smoothes without flattening, and deposits a little bit of shine that really works with darker colors.
The shape itself is about creating motion around the face. I had something similar and it was ideal when I needed hair that I could take through day to night without having to do an entirely new style. One stroke, a drop of oil on the ends, and it is finished.
Ideal for cozy fall dates, long walks with a chai in hand, or those “just woke up pretty” kind of mornings.
Playful Curled Shag with Micro Bangs
Now this one is for the bold. This is major indie-film-girl vibes with shorter micro bangs and soft, curled ends the rest of the hair. It is retro-modern but still distinctive yet wearable- particularly with a natural wave or curling wand moment.
I would suggest Bed Head Small Talk Cream on volume and texture. It provides light hold and form without crunch, and it is suitable at curly or wavy textures.
This is a personality cut–one of the kind that not only alters the appearance but the carriage as well. When I did the same, I felt a personal style switch was flipped.
When your Pinterest board is full of old fashioned bookstores, oversized sweaters and espresso shots- this is your hair.
Choppy Shag with Baby Bangs & Soft Waves
Unpolished, rough and slightly rebellious- this one is going all in on the messy look that is so fall 2025. Baby bangs are confidently placed on top of the forehead with the mid length cut keeping the things down on earth. The waves appear naturally dried and this is an added attraction.
This style thrives on natural texture. I would use Briogeo Curl Charisma Rice Amino + Avocado Leave-In to give what you already have a boost. It hydrates while keeping shape.
The best thing about this cut is that it is not trying hard to make a statement. It is the hair equivalent of waking up in the flawless thrifted sweater.
I like the way it opens up the face- particularly with minimal makeup. It is artsy and expressive and a little wild in the best possible way.
Sunkissed Flow with Effortless Layers
This style whispers luxury without screaming for attention. Soft strata, lived-in waves and a honey-brunette hue, which is kissed by the final light of summer. It has roots that are rooted and the mid-lengths are glowy which is perfect to your fall medium length haircut that you can wear to a patio brunch to a gallery opening.
I find this cut pairs beautifully with low-maintenance styling. A little Davines OI Oil gives me shine without destroying texture and you can re-work with your fingers between events.
This is to the girls that love to move but despise fuss. It’s modern, wearable, and beautifully low-effort.
Face-Framing Blowout with Retro Charm
Big, fluffy layers are officially back—and they are everything. This trim tilts toward that revival of the 90s blowout, the type of swoop that immediately lifts your face. The color is warm and golden, which lends softness, and the shape remains big and clean.
You will be in need of a good volumizing mousse such as Oribe Grandiose, and a round brush to get that bounce. And yes, Velcro rollers are your best friend here.
I had a similar cut recently prior to a wedding and I swear to you I had more people paying me compliments on my hair than on my dress.
It is the season of more-you know, fall-and this look says, Let us go large and feel good about it.
Clean & Soft with Barely-There Layers
This is the sleeper hit of fall hair. Not too deep, not too direct and full of organic dynamism. The layers are rather subtle and directional, opening softly around the face and brushing softly over the shoulders.
I would use something like Pureology Style + Protect Soft Finish Hairspray to style- it is a featherlight hold that will not crisp up. All you need is a blow-dry and bend of the ends.
The feel is clean girl, but fall edge. It is simple and this is its power-great hair that allows your entire face to talk.
It is the I-got-shit-to-do-and-I-will-look-good-doing-it hair cut.
Shiny Volume with Polished Bounce
This cut is all about glossy movement. Soft curvy layers on ends make everything light and shimmery and the mid-length provides enough shape. The ash brown colour is beyond wearable and it would suit better in cooler days when contrast is more important.
For that finish? Use Color Wow Dream Coat to get the glassy texture, then take a big barrel brush or curling wand and run it through on the bottom third only.
This style photographs beautifully. It is low-key in the real world but it pops on camera- a win either way depending on the content creator or your camera roll.
Perfect at the office, at dinner parties or on date night–because polished doesn’t have to be serious.
Model-Off-Duty Sleek with Clean Layers
This one is giving Hailey, obviously. It’s sleek, precise, and seriously modern. The layers start low for movement without texture overload. This is a super flattering medium length hair cut for fall, because the cut adds shine and elongates the neck, as well as being very flattering to structure.
I have applied Kerrastase Discipline Thermique to this style- it protects, smooths and prevents the hair flipping at random times of the day. To maintain the ends healthy, have regular trims and flatten using a flat iron on low heat.
It is hair that talks quietly but makes a difference. Quiet luxury, in cut form.
And may we speak of how it goes with statement glasses? Chic doesn’t even cover it.
Big Blonde Bombshell Layers
She is daring, she is bouncy and she fits in an old magazine page. These voluminous, fluffy stripes are shamelessly large and the rich blonde color makes them even brighter. Imagine Goldie Hawn meets Gen Z-a whole body blowout with purpose.
Use Velcro rollers to get the shape but hold with Shu Uemura Umou Cream to be weightless and smooth. And yes, you will need to invest in a shine spray- this type of blonde should be in the spotlight.
This is to the girls who like their hair to form part of the outfit. It is something to turn heads, something to have fun and it makes getting ready fun again.
Once you have tried this you will never see limp hair in the same light again.
✂️ Final Thoughts
Medium length haircuts in fall 2025 are all about wearable confidence from soft layers to retro bounces and bold face-framing flow. These styles are a blend of motion and refinement, fabric and gloss-just what we need on those chillier days, sweater weather, and a fall update. Whether you’re after soft romance or sleek structure, there’s a cut here waiting to transform your whole vibe.
