Must-have looks for autumn hair - colour

So now we know the cutting and styling trends people will be asking for this autumn/winter, we ask the experts what shades your clients will be clamouring for.“We will be working with a blend of rich, berry shades, such as damson and cherry, against rum and liqueur tones. Colour placement is very important too, with the introduction of new techniques like block fusion – a precision colouring technique to create horizontal lines, bursts or panels of colour to emphasise areas of the haircut. It is all about working the colour and cut together to create strong shapes infused with colours.”Robert Eaton, Russell Eaton, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

“After the summer period, colours are going to get richer, deeper and more vibrant to complement the fashion trends we have been seeing on this season’s catwalks. Copper brown, rich deep toffees and burnt, seductive browns will be strong as we move into autumn, reflecting the surrounding colours at that time of year. Polished, shiny and healthy hair is a trend that will be running throughout the autumn/winter.”Paul Falltrick, Falltricks, Essex “Colours will be mother-of-pearl effect light beige and golds for autumn/winter, and stronger hues of purple are still big news. Overall though, condition is key – colours should be glossy and kind to the hair.”Michael Barnes, London

“The power of purple reigns supreme, but you don’t have to go too dramatic. For a sleek brunette hue, gloss over hair with rich, velvety burgundy or claret shades. To satisfy your clients’ inner Madonna or Marilyn, glam blonde is huge – try fashionable soft lavender slices or pretty lilac blondes. Redheads can go totally Rita Hayworth with rich flame reds for winter.”Rae Palmer, Southsea, Hampshire

“With autumn/winter 2007 fashion being colourful and dynamic, I’d say follow the shows all the way. The high shine of the metallic fabrics and accessories at Burberry Prorsum and Dolce & Gabbana should be reflected in the healthy-looking high shine of deep chocolate brown or burning red hair. At the other end of the spectrum, the Hollywood high glamour and overstyled hair at Gucci and Versace should be mirrored by soft, shiny and golden blonde bouncy locks.”Alex Mackey, Nicky Clarke, Manchester“There are some gorgeous brunette tones for autumn/winter this year, from scrummy cool mochas to warm chocolates, cappuccinos and toffees. Blondes are still important to the UK market, with some beautiful pastel champagne tones and golden blondes. As far as redheads are concerned, last year’s mahogany tones have been replaced by more copper tones for 2007.”Beverly C, London

“Blondes will continue to get lighter and braver during the winter months. Taking colour to the limit, a full head of sparkling Nordic blonde leads the way. Cool tones with silver and violet hues can be introduced to break up the colour and create depth within the hair.Brunettes are getting darker and more lustrous, and are best with deep mocha and ebony tones. Such colours are placed into the hair in a way that doesn’t detract from the colour but introduces colour movement throughout the hair.”Gary Hooker and Michael Young, Hooker & Young, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

“Blondes will want to add drama and richness back into their colour, with beautiful, wearable shades that enhance their hair with rich undertones and contrast, giving it translucent depth, as seen at Missoni, Phillip Lim and Luella.”Linda Yodice, artistic director, Paul Mitchell Professional Hair Color “Rich, healthy, glossy berry browns will be very popular this autumn/winter to contrast with the mauves, cherry reds and purples that will be seen in the season’s fashion. There is going to be a resurgence of all-over tints in strong, definite colours with high shine. Highlights will become softer and warmer with more golden tones and definite slices of colour blending through.”Jo Hansford, London