UndertonaMost flattering shades
Soft golden brown
Warm and natural looking, without brassiness.
#8C6A4A
Caramel balayage
Blended warm pieces brighten the face.
#B38A5E
Dark golden blonde
Great for lighter Soft Autumns.
#A88B5E
Soft auburn
A muted red that reads warm and gentle.
#8E5A40
Bronde
Brown blonde blend, perfect for low contrast coloring.
#9C7F5E
Coloring tips
- Ask for soft, painted balayage rather than foil highlights.
- Avoid very dark or very light extremes, which add contrast.
- A warm gloss revives soft golden tones between color appointments.
Hair colors to avoid
- Jet black
- Platinum or icy blonde
- Burgundy or violet red
Soft Autumn hair color FAQ
What is the best hair color for Soft Autumn?
Soft golden brown and caramel balayage are the most flattering for most Soft Autumns. Warm and natural looking, without brassiness.
What hair colors should Soft Autumn avoid?
Jet black, Platinum or icy blonde, Burgundy or violet red. They fight the neutral warm undertone or low contrast of Soft Autumn coloring.
How should Soft Autumn handle grey hair?
A warm gloss revives soft golden tones between color appointments.
Not sure you are Soft Autumn?
These seasons share a quality with Soft Autumn and are the most common mix-ups.
Soft Summer
Muted, misty and sophisticated, cool leaning but never icy.
Warm Autumn
Rich, golden and spicy: the full warmth of autumn leaves.
Deep Autumn
Deep, warm and dramatic, with rich spice-market color.
Side by side: Soft Summer vs Soft Autumn · Soft Autumn vs Warm Autumn