The air is getting cooler, the sun isn’t shining quite as long and we’re officially in that lovely time of year when your wardrobe and everything else around you for a spruce up. But what about your hair? This fall, the MVP of low-effort makeovers is medium length fall haircuts, and I am not talking about a simple haircut. I mean action, feel, some nostalgia and a lot of glow up vibes.
Have you been in two minds over curtain bangs or perhaps a retro shape that has come back with a bang? Have no idea what to request in case you want to add some magic to your thin fine hair? I’ve got you. And just below, I am breaking down the 2025 hair trends I am already obsessed with, and they are all focused on cuts that land in that sweet medium-length zone. It is fall with a sprinkle of Pinterest and glow-up of your next profile pic.
Let’s break it down image by image (no “as seen below” nonsense here). Just gorgeous ideas and real talk.
Soft Waves with Curtain Bangs and Honey Lights
Soft women wavy cuts with curtain bangs are something eternal, yet new. This medium length style is cut in barely-there waves that skim the collarbone with the volume placed exactly where the bangs part- hello face-framing. The sun-kissed highlights are honey-toned and not overwhelming so this is a dream look on both oval face and round faces.
I would suggest a lightweight mousse such as Ouai Air Dry Foam to maintain this look soft and full of life, especially when you have thin fine hair or flat hair.
I wore something similar last September during a girls’ trip upstate, and every single photo I took looked effortlessly put-together—even after a windy cider tasting. There’s something about the combination of long curtain bangs and layers that makes you feel done-up even when you’re… not.
This is the cut to get, though, when you want a style that photographs well but can be also brushed out with your fingers. Combine it with that linen jumpsuit you never get out and have it and some gold hoops, and let the hair do the flirting.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Wolf Cut with Platinum Layers
The Wolf cut is alive and kicking in 2025, yes, but this version? It’s matured. The layered platinum shag cascades with structure, not chaos. This cut is not too bold, but not too shy, feathered on the top and rounded on the sides, in other words, a Gen Z bad girl interpretation of 90s Meg Ryan with a twist of street style.
Platinum anything needs extra love. I would choose the Kerrastase Blond Absolu Cicaplasme, which tones and preserves your color and behaves like a moisturizer on your hair. You will be glad of it afterwards when the wind is not leaving you with straw ends.
Star stylists such as Gregory Patterson have noted that layered platinum is an on-trend fall color, not a summer one, hence, a bit rebellious and all the more in vogue. Bonus points to wear it with leather, fake or real.
This is not a cut to be taken lightly-but it is a cut to be taken by all women with energy going into fall. That chill in the air? It’s matching your edge.
Classic Voluminous Layers for Fall Drama
This cut is giving fall boss babe energy. The medium length fall hair cut is right in the middle of the structured and playful with large, distinct layers that frame the face with a lot of volume at the crown. The deep auburn tone? So complimentary to those who love brown hair and want to experiment with something more spicy.
Voluminous layers for thin straight hair can be hard to maintain, but the trick here is using a medium-barrel hot brush (like Drybar’s Double Shot) and a root-lifting spray. It adds that right-out-of-the-blowout-bar bounce without having to go to a pro.
This haircut takes me back to the early 2000s the best way possible- when big hair was not a frightening concept, and we all played around with 90s retro before it was cool once again.
Add a blazer and a bootcut jeans to this outfit and you have become the protagonist of your own autumn romance.
Natural Curls with Soft Fringe
To all women with curly and round faces, I say curly hair wavy beauty, this is yours. These are juicy, springy curls and they just fit into that medium length dreamy category and the soft fringe gives you a touch of flirtatiousness without having to cut your curl pattern. It’s giving poetic, cozy weather goddess energy.
I would strongly recommend layering with Briogeo Curl Charisma Leave-In Defining Crme- particularly when you would like to maintain those curls hydrated and frizz-free in erratic fall humidity. A diffuser is your bestie here, too.
I had always admired those women, who had their curls out like this- it is not afraid to be feminine and strong. Particularly, in combination with bold lip and comfy black turtleneck. So chic.
It is the season to wear your natural texture-do not struggle with it. And when your curls are doing this, you are already winning.
Sleek Blonde Layers with Precision Bangs
This one is polished perfection. Think straight long layered face thin hair and editorial sharpness. The delicate strata to the ends make it not too heavy, and the straight-across curtain bangs make the eyes framed in the most flattering manner. It is a big I-have-my-life-together haircut.
I would apply dpHUE Cool Blonde Shampoo once a week to tame brassiness because blondes know what it is like. It works without stripping that buttery softness.
I can envision this style on Korean style, oval face, and low maintenance girlies. You wake up, pass the front with a straightener, and it is already styled. What’s not to love?
And when you are on the fence about bangs–this is the time to do it. And this style? It’s your Pinterest board IRL.
Modern Layers with Feathered Fringe
When you want softness without compromising on structure, this cut is simply the equivalent of the medium-length fall haircut cozy sweater. A soft feathered fringe helps to add the tousled women wavy texture, but it does not cut through the layers, instead, it flows into them. It’s romantic but not overly polished—which is why it works for so many round faces and thin fine hair with bangs.
Such movement must be moisturized so that it can bounce, rather than flatten. I can testify to Davines LOVE Curl Primer, even on wavy hair, as it gives that perfect slip so that curls or waves do not get entangled and fall flat before lunchtime.
I adore this type of fringe in the fall since it grows out so nicely-aka, no salon freak out half way through the year. And it just so happens to go so well with oversized cardigans and gold hoops. (You know exactly what I mean.)
And my girls who have an oval face or round faces and wavy hair- this is an honest go to. Low drama, high reward.
Layered Flip-Outs with Glossy Brunette Shine
If you want to dip into 2025’s retro pool without fully diving into a costume, this layered, flipped-out shape is your new best friend. The ends have volume to immediately add fullness, and the curtain bangs around the face are softening the silhouette. Bonus? This rich brunette tone on tone screams fall in the most sophisticated way.
This type of airy layering is so good with thin hair straight long layered face types. In styling, I would keep it smooth yet bouncy using the Shu Uemura Satin Design Blow Dry Lotion. The product provides heat protection and a soft, swingy hold that is very suitable with this style.
The reason I love this shape is that it is so versatile, you can brush it sleek to go to a power lunch, or fluff it out to go to an impromptu dinner date. It’s giving luxury but make it chill.
Also? Brown on brown (hair and eyes) is criminally underrated. This combo makes both pop. Trust.
Curly Shag for Power and Play
Okay, let’s talk women curly power. This shagged out, curly cut with short bangs is confidence all over and all texture. It is short enough to wear earrings and makeup but at the same time, it is medium length enough to feel soft. It is an ideal reference to the 90s but in a contemporary version and it looks amazing on round faces with curly hair wavy.
Curls like these deserve pampering. Take Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross Curl Gel, go in with this if you need definition but without the crunch. It also combines well with oils and creams when you cocktail your products as I do.
I always feel like cutting things up a bit in the fall, and this cut is just that spirit. It tells the world you’re bold but grounded. And if you accessorize with stacked necklaces and liner? You’re unstoppable.
I have observed stylists such as Justine Marjan who have been gushing about the resurgence of the curly shag. And yes, it is not only a Tik Tok teen thing, but it is a flair of adulting.
Glossy Retro-Inspired Volume
Flipped rounded volume at the jaw level is so iconic. This medium length fall haircut brings elegance without stiffness. The slight flipping and the generous bending at the ends makes it move and have a structure to it, which is great with thin fine hair that requires a little bit of a life without layers everywhere.
It takes some styling, sure, but it’s worth it. I would grab the T3 AireBrush Duo with the volume round brush attachment and get that controlled bounce.
Whenever I dress my hair this way I think I am going to a gallery opening in New York. It’s feminine, but not soft. Think: classic—but modern.
This haircut adores oval face forms, pearl earrings, and moody lipstick. Just saying.
Seamless Chocolate Layers for Maximum Shine
This is fall hair luxury. The tone is pure melted chocolate-not flat, deep-and the layers are cut so that they melt inwards, thus the hair appears thick, rich and healthy. It’s low-key, low maintenance, and all about the shine. Ideal for straight hair women who do not prefer too much fuss.
I would go extra with hydration by using Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil to maintain the shine between the washes. This cut does a lot with very little styling.
I believe it is what they call quiet luxury in hair form. It’s elevated, not extra. And when you are entering fall with career ambitions and less time to do your daily styling- this could be your fit.
Bright brown hair that is shaped enough so that it is not flat? Sign me up. Include a silk blouse and some gold studs and all of a sudden, you are that girl.
Curly Layers with French-Girl Volume
The thing is that medium length fall haircuts women curly hair are taking things seriously. This one’s layered to perfection, with bangs that blend effortlessly into the texture, creating that soft, cloud-like volume that gives “yes, I woke up like this” vibes. It is free and edited, which is the ideal combination of round faces curly hair wavy types.
This shape thrives with proper curl care. I would enter it with Innersense Quiet Calm Curl Control to hold, bounce, and define without the weightiness, ideal to layer under a wool beanie when it is cold.
Whenever I look at this cut, I want to take out an old denim jacket and wear red lipstick to brunch. It’s flirty and fresh, but also unapologetically bold.
And it also grows out fabulously, so in case you fall on the low maintenance side of the hair care continuum it will leave you adorable between visits.
Amber Layered Cut for Subtle Dimension
In case you dream of warm light, comfortable sweaters, and flawless hair without flat areas, this is your match. The tones on this brown hair color provide movement and softness to the hair, and the chestnut-amber color gives light to the face without being obnoxious. It is perfect on fine straight hair that is seeking some sort of structure without sacrificing the smooth finish.
Use a round brush and a glossing serum like Color Wow Dream Coat for Curly Hair—even on straight hair! It provides weightless sheen and humidity control, which is all one needs in transitional weather.
This reduction is making me fantasize about apple picking weekends and creamy lattes. It is warm, balanced, and created to the woman who does not want to scream out that she wants a shift.
And if you’re transitioning from summer bronde or highlights? This color is the one that slides you into fall without that shock of maintenance.
Glossy Jet-Black Bob with Side-Swept Bangs
There’s something timelessly chic about a sculpted, slightly curled bob in a jet-black shade. The medium length adds a touch of sophistication and the curtain bangs that have a side-sweep take the entire thing to the next level of high fashion. It is a power look, particularly when you are in the mood with the Korean style or would like something that makes your cheeks and jawline stand out.
On ultra-gloss, I would follow-up with K18 Molecular Repair Hair Oil after styling to make the hair feel light yet rich. This product literally causes the hair to take the light as glass.
This haircut instantly reads confident. I have witnessed stylists at NYFW repeat this shape time and time again because it is flattering on everyone, it is clean and sharp and does not demand attention but still gathers it.
Put on your favorite LBD, drink champagne and leave it to your hair. ✨
Wild Spiral Layers for Bold Autumn Vibes
It is that full-volume, full-attitude spiral moment when this look says: Yes, this is the main character. These medium length spirals are layered so as to promote lift and shape and these are perfect with round faces and defined features. It is adventurous, yet there is softness in the shaggy shaping at the top.
The trick with this one? Hydration and structure. Mizani Curl Defining Pudding Try this pudding-it defines without the crunch and is a great way to hold tighter coils or natural spirals on days when the weather is changing in the fall.
This cut fairly brings back memories of those fall nights when you desire to dance yet also want to sit on the rooftop sipping on something warm. It’s that versatile. It moves with you.
And when you have been waiting for a signal to not hide your curls anymore-this is it.
Short Wavy Bob with Choppy Fringe
And finally, not the least: a playful, short medium length bob, with carefree tousle and choppy bangs. The length is slightly above the shoulders, and there is plenty of bend and movement, which is great on women with wavy hair or fine hair with bangs. It is an excellent middle ground when you do not want to go short all the way.
Mist R+Co Trophy Shine + Texture Spray and scrunch to end up with the French bedhead effect. I carry this one in my bag in the fall-humidity will kill a wave in a hurry, and this revives it.
I always recommend this style to my friends who claim to want something that is cool and easy. Because really, it is. It does not require a round brush or even a curling iron all it requires are some hands and a product you love.
And best of all? It is amazing under scarves and hats which makes it a cozy-season hero.
Molten Lava Dimension: Bold Yet Wearable
In case you have been tempted to wear red but were not ready to go all the way, this type of multilayered fire is all you need. The orange-to-maroon gradient is fiery, but not costume-y, with the high drama of medium length fall haircuts. The face frame remains light, causing your eyes to soar up, and the bottom half fades into darker reds that turn your skin permanently golden-hour-lit. The color blocking is enjoying a low-key moment in the 2025 hair trends, and this variant makes edgy without being intimidating.
Maintenance of color such as this is no laughing matter, so we need not kid ourselves, I would be in every 4 weeks having a gloss re-fresh. A color-safe deep conditioner (such as Pureology Hydrate Superfood Treatment) will make the tone last longer. The intensely moisturizing avocado + coconut combo saves reds from looking washed out, brassy. That’s what keeps bold color looking salon-fresh, not streaky.
This type of shade layering also compliments thin hair straight long layered face shapes, particularly where the cut is not blunt. It has the ends feathered so they allow the color to breathe and catch the light every which way.
And you know what’s unexpectedly cute? Some bold lips to work it into a half-up knot. The color does the rest of the talking. Easy to execute, big results — just like a chic fall blazer that makes jeans into an outfit.
French Girl Bangs with Brunette Mood
The thing is that, thin fine hair with bangs does not have to be a childhood reminiscence anymore. This style provides us with that casual, mature look of women straight hair, where smooth texture and naturally deep brunette tones are combined with light long curtain bangs and layers. I adore the way this appearance clings to the cheekbones and rests perfectly on the brow without yelling “styling attempt.” And, it is emitting serious cozy-sweater vibes, which is ideal during that transitional time of year when you want your hair to do more than just be good.
This one can be styled using nothing more than a round brush and some dry shampoo, no lie. In case you desire the bangs to keep their softness but not to separate, I swear by Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray. It gives memory to the hair without any crunch. I spritz and fluff with fingers, nothing more.
Some stylists, like NYC-based Kristin Ess, suggest keeping these fringe areas trimmed every 3–4 weeks to avoid that awkward “almost in your eye but not quite” phase. She refers to it as fringe fatigue, and she is not mistaken.
To me, this look feels modern Parisian. It’s unfussy but flirty. Put on a lip stain, a delicate necklace, and it is a whole thing. You can pair this cut with a slouchy trench coat made of wool or an oversized t-shirt and still appear upscale.
Rustic Curls with 90s Bounce
This curly cut is somewhere between the springy strata of a 90s sitcom heroine and a clean, pumpkin-spiced afternoon. The shade is just that right cinnamon-copper hue that is everywhere in the 2025 previews in the runway. It’s such a flattering choice for round faces curly hair wavy combinations — the volume works with your natural curves, not against them. This is perfect with the soft curtain fringe and full layers which are ideal to women curly types that desire structure without losing personality.
This shape loves a diffuser. When I would like to define without breaking the curl pattern I use the DevaCurl DevaFuser. It looks like a tiny claw that embraces every coil, and it is also strangely satisfying to use. All you have to do is add a curl cream such as Curlsmith Hold Me Softly to add bounce without flake.
There’s a joy in this cut that feels contagious. I was similarly shaped last fall and I have never been complimented more in Trader Joe line. It is welcoming, but not pushing too hard, like, yes I care, but no I do not make a big deal out of it.
When you have natural wave or curl, do not sleep on medium length fall haircuts like this one. It’s the ideal middle ground — chic, approachable, and fall-texture-friendly.
Feathered Layers with a Retro Flip
We are all so quietly dying to get a bit of the 90s back and this cut is so low-key, yet glam. The turned-under ends, diffuse curtain bangs, and lightness through the crown are reminiscent of the best moments of Cindy Crawford – but in the year 2025. This is the reason why it is so effective on oval face shape and on women of wavy types as it does not lie flat or stiff. The layers are lengthy and cut to float, rather than poof.
When I have to rush out the door, a little mousse and a flip-out with a round brush will do. When I feel extra, I will straighten it with a straightener to smooth and flick the end more dramatically.
It is also one of the most flattering cuts on thin hair straight long layered face shapes- it provides illusion and lift without bulk. According to stylist Chris Appleton, cuts such as this are perfect to create the illusion of volume without having to go all out and blow out your hair every day. Big yes.
I actually really have been looking into this for myself lately, mainly for those days where my hair is just so so. It’s secretly very forgiving. Hair acting up? Just flip and go.
Classic Cool-Toned Blonde with Loose Body
Blondes are not losing their pace in 2025, but the vibe has certainly changed. The warmth is softer, the finish is more relaxed. It is this variation of cool blonde, the one you can wear to brunch as well as it suits you under a knit hat. And when you are in that weird grow-out of highlights stage, this medium blend is just ideal. the smooth strands of straight hair fall down so easily, that you do not even need to use heavy styling.
I have had this shade previously and believe me, a purple shampoo is your ride or die. Try Amika Bust Your Brass for toning, and always follow with a hydrating mask (hello, cold air = dry ends).
The style also suits round faces and curvy hair because of the natural lift and swing. It is refined but not flawless, which is a complete goal of this season.
Not ready to cut but still want a shift? The solution is to add long fluid layers such as this. It is the PSL of haircuts because it is comfy, familiar, and never goes out of style.
Soft Wolf Cut with a Korean Twist
This look is something that is just so cool, a cross between a structured wolf cut, and a bouncy, layered Korean style blowout. It’s playful but grown-up, lightweight without sacrificing volume. The special thing is that top layers are placed on top of cheekbones, and the ends flick out in tufts. For a round face, this shape is a total styling savior — it stretches out just enough without ever appearing stabby.
To style, I use a blow dryer and a diffuser and a small amount of volumizing foam at the roots. The Amika Plus Size Volume Foam does the trick. It does not crunch, and maintains that messy look beyond the second day.
I truly believe this is the cut that fits me and other people who like a breezy look but do not want to be sweeping the bangs out of our eyes every five minutes. I say yes, and so does any stylist who understands the wavy layers of women on mid-length hair have subtle power.
What I adore most? It doesn’t try too hard. It makes I woke up like this but better even when worn with a gym tank or bare skin.
Glass Hair Meets Flip Ends
To the precision- and polish-loving fan, this icy platinum cut is your fall uniform. Consider glassy texture, almost-there layers and that just-right inward curl that is almost robotic in its smoothness but still wearable. It flaunts thin fine hair in a brilliant way, especially when the ends are blunt-cut in order to form volume at the roots. The middle part? Well, it is not going anywhere in 2025 and it is a best friend to the oval face symmetry.
You need heat protection to make this work. I never flat iron without Gisou Heat Protecting Spray in my hair first- it protects without a sticky film that interferes with shine. To keep the tone, a purple gloss once a week keeps the icy vibe not yellow.
This is to the fellow minimalists, the ones that prefer organization to their wardrobe and the same with their hair. It is the autumn version of an ideal turtleneck and jeans outfit.
And we can not forget how fabulous this is pinned behind one ear with gold hoops and a trench. Yes, it’s that girl.
Layered Honey with Gentle Bangs
This pale, golden brown hair color is the one that feels classic, not fashionable, not experimental, simply perfect. It is particularly effective with women straight hair with a slight curl, and the feathered curtain bangs fit in to these airy layers perfectly. I’m loving how this cut moves. It’s not stiff or overdone, just free and glowing.
It is the type of cut that adores dry shampoo and the second-day waves. I hate heat styling every morning so, a couple of spritzes of Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo and some salt spray are all you need to bring it back to life.
I also used a similar style to come out of summer balayage, and it was such a lifesaver to allow the tone to grow out without getting that in-between appearance. It is a great cut on people who are transitioning into the fall but do not need a drastic chop.
It is so versatile, and what is so charming is that you can dress it up, leave it undone, or just let the texture do its thing. It never admits it did not make an effort when you did not.
Shaggy Wolf for the Not-So-Shy
We can say this one is the medium length fall haircut of the drama queen- and I mean this in the best possible way. This wolf cut is edging toward full-on shag: huge crowns, dramatic layers, and a complete textured swing around the face. It’s giving round faces and wavy hair something to play with, and honestly, it’s a whole moment on its own.
To style this beast (affectionate), I finger-dry with a diffuser, add a texturizing paste like Ouai Matte Pomade, and call it a day. The trick is not to brush it out once styled, it should be a bit undone.
Celebrity stylist Anh Co Tran terms them as anti-perfection cuts and states that this implies that one is not worried about whether her strands are in place or not to look presentable. I couldn’t agree more.
When you want a lot of volume, but don t want to fight with it, and you need a haircut that is more or less self styling, this may be the one. Especially if you’re feeling bold this fall.
Mini Fringe and a Muted Ginger Base
Bangs on short thin fine hair doesn t have to be boring or stiff, this dull copper hue and baby fringe is comfy and self-assured. It is basic in shape, skims the shoulders, and lets the color and texture stand out. It’s ideal for medium length fall haircuts that make you look awake (even when you aren’t). And yes, in 2025 redheads are coming back – not fire engine, but soft maple and cider.
The mini bangs are something you have to get used to-I am not going to lie. But once you commit, they’re magic. They open up your face and highlight brows and cheekbones like you wouldn’t believe. And in case you have got round faces, this blunt fringe will make you feel structured without feeling heavy.
I spotted the same cut on a person who was ordering coffee last week and saved it on my board. It’s the kind of thing that feels quietly fashion-forward.
And yes, you will need a color-depositing mask to keep the tone maintained. Use Moroccanoil’s Color Depositing Mask in Copper for that post salon color in between appointments.
