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Fall 2012 hair guide: trends, hairstyles & how-tos

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As the warmer nights fade and the days shorten our sense of style changes, it adapts. We're donning new clothes and accessories for autumn / fall 2012 - some for fashion's sake and others for practicality as we seek to keep warm and dry. And whenever we adapt our style or fashion to a new season, there often comes the need to adapt our hairstyles. Not all hair cuts and colours and suited to all seasons.

More often than not, however, we simply feel like a refresh. We're bored with the old, desire the new and a new season is the perfect excuse to change a hairstyle.

Below we'll take you through all the fashionable hairstyles of autumn / fall 2012, with tutorials on how to create them for yourself.

Men's fall 2012 hairstyles & haircuts

2012 men's hairstyles

If you're after men's hairstyles for the season, then follow the link - we've given gents their own hair trend section for autumn / winter.

Women's fall 2012 hair trends

Hair trend: tomboy hair

From messy ponytails to slick parted 'dos, retro quiffs to pompadours; boyish hairstyles have become a trend for girls. Marry these tomboy styles with androgynous fashion, or contrast them with something utterly girly. It all comes down to your mood. Here's a round-up of tomboy hairstyles to try this fall.

Hair trend: the half tuck

It's so simple you might be tempted to dismiss it. But we saw this little move so much around the runways for both fall and spring that it's become impossible to ignore. Styles that half-tuck the hair behind the ear, leaving an elfin-like effect, have a certain romance. Visit the half tuck hairstyle link for more about the trend and variations on the style.

Women's fall 2012 hairstyles

1960s ponytail

For many a season 1960s inspired fashion was revival trend. For fall / winter 2012 it's becoming an evergreen, however, as we pick the best of it and make it a part of our day-to-day style. And with the clothing comes the hairstyles, and with the hairstyles comes the 1960s hairstyle. Sitting low and with an effortless air, you can read more about it and be taken step-by-step through the how-to guide by following that previous link.

Textured sidebraid

Keeping your hairstyle sleek and smooth through winter 2012 will be no easy task. No matter what the product, fall / winter are seasons in which textured hairstyles are natural (though not desired) for most people. For fall 2012 you can play to it, however, with the texture sidebraid which updates the braid hairstyle with a winter infusion. Follow the link full tutorial with photos.

'70s folk plait hairstyle

From music festival to every day, the addition of a simple plait can do wonders. It's a little bit '70s, a little bit folk-rock, and very youthful. Pair it with smokey rock 'n' roll makeup for a look that screams bohemian babe. Find out how to create the '70s folk rock plaited hairstyle at that link.

Twist hairstyle

Do you like the textured side braid but don't necessarily have thick enough hair to make it work? Then take a look at this twisted hairstyle. Inspired by Gucci's autumn / winter 2012 collection, the how to guide steps you through making this softly waved haistyle with long hair, but it's just as adaptable to shorter hairstyles.

Modern soft side waves

The side wave that sweeps across and covers one eye. It has a mystery, a mood that can only be described as femme fatale or silver screen siren. But in this modern interpretation the waves are soft and flowing, keeping the glamour factor but in a way that translates to the contemporary girl's wardrobe. Learn more about the modern glamour side wave hairstyle at that link.

Tousled flowing hair

It's simple enough that you can wear it all year round, but this tousled flowing hairstyle as seen at Burberry Prorsum is particularly perfect for winter. Never mind the wind and rain - it's all about having a bit of texture and careless wave. Follow the link for the how-to.

Vintage wavy bob

If you'd like to sport a short bob without the haircut, then look to this vintage wavy bob. Like so many of autumn / fall 2012's trends, this hairstyle is inspired by the 1920s fashion revival, but like so many of the season's other short hairstyles is actually a faux bob. Suitable for accessories, follow the link for a full how to on this wavy, evening look.

Bouffant headband hair

Elegant, classic, feminine… The fall 2012 hairstyle at Carolina Herrera reflected the attributes of the clothing. A little bit retro, flirty and fun, this bouffant hairstyle is as big as you want to make it. Leave the ends loose or tie them back; just be sure to add a ribbon or headband for full effect. Find out how to create the bouffant headband hairstyle for yourself at that link.

Undone waves

Effortless waves are the failsafe of the modern girl. You can rarely go wrong with waves like these, once you've mastered them - and it's all about keeping them a little bit 'undone'. Avoid anything too over-glam for every day and opt instead for this voluminous yet understated take. Follow the steps: voluminous undone waves.

Tomboy ponytail

Yes, there are a lot of vintage hairstyles in fall / winter 2012 but there are other dominant fashion trends that come into play as well. Key amongst them is androgynous fashion, which translates into this tomboy ponytail. Follow the link to learn how to create the hairstyle for yourself.

Asymmetric punk rock hair

The androgynous appeal of modern rock meets the glamour of '80s punk. As shown on the runway at Edun's fall 2012 show, this asymmetrical textured hairstyle has toughness and spunk. Add high shine eye makeup and plenty of attitude, and away you go. Read more about the asymmetrical punk hairdo by following the link.

Post-party grunge hair

You don't need to survive a hangover to end up with this grungy post-party hair. As seen on Jill Stuart's fall runway, it's a style that makes you look like you know how to have a good time - and yet is still polished and sexy. Inject a little grunginess into any look with this grunge girl party hair. Find out how by following the link.

Textured rockstar hair

The rock 'n' roll spirit is very much alive and well... if this hairstyle is anything to go by. Rock up a sophisticated outfit with this ultra-textured, messy rock chic hairstyle, as seen on the runway at Rag & Bone. Find out how to create your textured rock chic hair at that link.

Knotted fauxhawk

It's got a punk edge but also an endearing softness. In this unique style, hair is knotted across the centre of the head in a mohawk shape - but without requiring you to get out the clippers. Contrast it with something completely feminine, or tough it right up, the choice is yours. Find out how to create the knotted fauxhawk hairstyle for yourself.

Messy half-up pompadour

Effortlessly cool, this half-up, half-down style is like a classic pompadour gone modern. The key is in making it a little messy and rocked up, a little bit tomboy. Find out how to create the modern messy pompadour - as seen on the runway at Karen Walker - at that link.

Equestrian ponytail

It's not all strict and smooth: this time around the equestrian ponytail gets a softer reworking. Textured on top and finished with a leather tie, it's a fresh take on the classic pony. Follow the link to learn how to create the hairstyle for yourself.

Knotted chignon

Alberta Ferretti toughened up a bit for the fall / winter season, bringing a hairstyle with a clean center part and low chignon to the runway. Perfect for longer hair, you can make it more unique with the addition of a little knotted effect. Read more about the low knotted chignon.

Wind blown up-do

2012's wet look hairstyle translates perfectly into winter, which is why Vera Wang's fall 2012 collection was complimented by a windblown up-do. Perfect for every hairlength and colour, though suited to some very distinct tastes, you can get the lowdown on this hairstyle by following the link.

Flapper bob

There's the faux bob and there's the real haircut. Whichever it is that you like, this winter is all about styling it with a vintage air. In this tutorial we take you through the flapper bob, a winter hairstyle obviously inspired by the 1920s and that depends on waves and texture to finish the look.

Wet look ponytail

Sexy and sleek are words to describe the slick, wet-look ponytail on the runway at Anthony Vaccerello. Pull it tight and wear it with conviction; this look is all about a military strictness that means business. A fresh update on the usual ponytail style, it's also easy to create. Find out how to style your slick wet look ponytail at that link.

Plaited buns

It counteracts the frizziness that normally comes with winter, and it has the perfect girly edge. It's the plaited buns and it comes straight from Marc Jacobs' fall / winter 2012 catwalk. You can pair it with dark, grungy makeup or a look that's a little softer, but the key point is that it's such a simple winter hairstyle to master that you'll find it easy to personalise and make your own.

Women's fall 2012 haircuts

1960s bob

Bob. Vintage. Bob. Vintage. By now you'll have read those words a few times and have no doubt got the picture: vintage hairstyles are in for winter, bobs haircuts are in for winter. With the 1960s bob it's a case of leaving the 1920s behind, however, and giving the bob a lot of volume, a lot of texture and a lot of sex appeal. Follow the link for haircut and styling tips.

Indie fringe

Fringes / bangs are seldom out, but the way they're cut and styled changes each season. For winter 2012, as it has been for the rest of the year, the fringe is / bangs are all about a thick, long cut with plenty of grunge appeal. Read up on indie bangs if you're thinking of getting some cut for autumn / winter 2012.

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Your full fashion guide to this autumn/winter

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Fall has arrived in the northern hemisphere. That means that boots come out, gloves go on, and outerwear becomes the investment of the season. But dressing for the cold doesn't (and shouldn't) mean dressing purely for function. So if you haven't already become well-versed in the fashion trends of this autumn / winter 2012 and worked out how to interpret them for yourself, here's our guide.

Scroll down to find all of:

Women's fall 2012 fashion trends
Men's fall 2012 fashion trend
Denim trends
Accessory trends
Hairstyle ideas and trends

Fall 2012 fashion trends for women

Baroque / ornate

In the face of minimalism and restraint, a contingent of designers went the opposite path for fall 2012. Drawing on the complexity we commonly associate with the Baroque movement, they showered the runways with lavish detail, heavy ornamentation and impressively wrought detail. Whether it's embroidery, tapestry or gold leaf, this trend takes its cues from all things ornate.

School girl fashion

Going beyond the cliches and channeling a number of different eras, the concept of school girl chic gets reinvented for fall 2012. There's innocence, there's tough rebelliousness, and there's the all-important truth that the two are compatible. Follow the link for more ideas of how to rock a schoolyard inspired look come fall.

Gothic fashion revival

Dark fairytales and noir fiction inspire new romance with all things Gothic for fall / winter 2012, heralding in ways to revive all-black outfits. Who said black had to be boring? Follow the link for more about the neo-Gothic fashion trend and how to wear in this year.

Capes and cloaks

Wasn't it only recently that capes had a huge revival? Well it was; and now it's time to wrap ourselves up in their warmth once again, as the trend has evolved. Tied with the darker side of fall's trends, capes and cloaks give life to outerwear's shadowy fantasies. Follow the link for the full report.

Oriental fashion

Fashion looks East, drawing inspiration from the Orient and weaving it in with Western fashion in new and unique ways. Texture and print are the keys to oriental-inspired clothing in fall / winter 2012, with oriental motifs and rich brocades taking their places alongside kimono cuts and mandarin colours. Read more about oriental inspirations for fall 2012.

Winter whites

White may be a huge part of the agenda for summer, but don't feel you need to neglect it when the leaves start to fall from the trees. White this winter can be all about crisp tailoring or fairytale snow queens; play with texture and fabric for a white winter look. Read more about how to wear white in winter.

1920s / flapper fashion

Revivals of the roaring '20s are often viewed as if for a costume party. But not so in fall 2012. Put aside the full flapper outfit of fringing and feather and instead carefully select inspirations from the era with a fresh edge. Read more about 1920s fashion in 2012 at that link.

Leather skirts

Daring splits. Tunic-style wraps. Flirty and flouncy, pleated and a-line, pencil straight and figure hugging. What do all these skirt styles have in common? They're all available in leather for fall 2012. Leather skirts expand their aesthetic offering into new directions.

Shades of red

Red may always represent passion and heat, but it's not always right for the runway. Fall 2012 found the time right to indulge in everything from the brightest of corals to the deepest of ruby reds, mixing fiery hues with the season's strongest textures. Read more about red clothing in fall 2012.

The varsity jacket

The trend stars aligned in 2012 creating the perfect time for the varsity jacket to find high fashion status. Love of sportswear, effortlessness, school girl chic all came together to allow this garment to be prized more than ever. Read more about varsity jackets as a fall 2012 trend.

Animal motifs

Woodland creatures take on high fashion status for the season as folkish owls and foxes emblazon t-shirts, knits, and accessories. For something more fierce, there's always the alternative jungle beasts. Read on for details of which animal motifs are in for fall 2012.

Tartan / plaid

It's always with us, but there are those seasons when tartan / plaid is more popular than usual - autumn / fall 2012 is amongst them. A subtle variation on the norm, the tartan / plaid emerges into fall with androgynous and school girl variations. Follow the link for the full guide on what to look for in your tartan this winter.

Androgynous fashion

We consider this a niche autumn / fall / winter fashion trend. Not because we don't see it as a bit part of the season's fashions - we suspect you're going to see a lot of it. But, rather, we see it as a niche trend because most women't aren't going to immediately want to wear it. There's going to be a lot of resistance to a fashion trend inspired by menswear, but it's been done before and it'll be done again - it's just that this season you have Fashionising.com's guid to how to wear it best.

Textured sleeves

Remember that strange trend dubbed by some as 'gorilla arms'? Well you haven't seen the last of it. But for fall 2012, indulging in textured sleeves doesn't have to lead you to being mistaken for a more hairy member of the primate family. Instead it's about sleeves with texture, from soft fur to delicate feathers, that contrast but don't add too much volume. Read more about the textured sleeves trend.

Peplums

Given it's a season that is determined to experiment with the silhouettes of women's fashion, it should come as no surprise to see peplums amongst fall / winter 2012's fashions. Also in fashion for the previous summer, our guide to peplums takes you through how to wear them for autumn / winter as well as the style differences between the trend in summer and winter.

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Fall 2012 denim

Key denim trends

It can be casual, it can be smart; you can spot it being worn day or night: in one way or another, denim is never far away from the majority of wardrobes. And like everything in fashion, denim has its own set of trends that move and evolve with time. Read more of our round-up of the season's key denim trends, from jeans to jackets.

Ripped denim

Shrugging off its grungy associations (in part, anyway), ripped denim re-ignites on the street in a number of new ways. Expect sophisticated takes that go beyond jeans. Follow the link for more on how it's being worn for fall 2012.

Coloured jeans

A sub-story of the season's denim trends, jeans get a makeover from the usual blue. Just as pastel and neon colours took spring by storm, coloured jeans make their mark on fall, too. But this time the colour palette sweeps from bright to earthy and autumnal.

Fall 2012 accessory trends

Knee high boots

With ankle boots and thigh highs each having such a massive revival in recent years, the humble knee-high boot got lost at the back of the cupboard. But for the autumn / winter 2012 season this cold weather staple gets a new lease on life. From knee-brushing cavalry styles to equestrian classics, wear them bare-legged if the weather allows. Read the full report on knee high boots in fall 2012.

Pointed pumps

Platforms may not have gone away, but they have made a bit of room for the classic pump to make a strong return. And it's all about the pointed pump, preferably with an interesting twist. Pair with cigarette pants and skirts alike: however you choose to wear them, pointed pumps are a classic staple revived.

Headscarves

Fashion is drawing upon numerous decades and eras, icons and cultures. So it's no surprise that the headscarf has found its way into the list of must-have accessories. From 1950s housewife to ethnic head tie, read more about the headscarf for fall / winter 2012.

Women's hats

We're always looking for ways to really make an outfit shine, and when it comes to that, accessories are a girl's best friend. Being perfect for both their practicality (winter is cold, after all) and ability to transform an outfit, hats are one of the key accessories for the chilly season. From fur to fedoras, read the full report on which hat styles are on-trend in fall 2012.

Hardcase handbags

With the nostalgia for all things vintage comes a revival of vintage-style accessories. Structured bags and cases appeared on the radar for fall 2012 with their association to all things romantic and travel-related. Whether new season Louis Vuitton or decades old, a hard case as handbag is one way to inject a vintage mood into your outfit. Read more about luggage inspired handbags to carry with you this autumn / winter season.

Women's brogues

Women's flats are a necessity, but it's finding stylish ones that marks the challenge. That's where indulging in an androgynous look of lace-up flats or brogues is the winning option. And fall 2012 offers up plenty of cool versions that put a feminine spin on a masculine style. Read more about brogues for women.

Round sunglasses

Just because the sun is in hiding, doesn't mean you don't need to shade your eyes from the glare - or keep your outfit from looking under-accessorised. As far as sunglasses go, round shapes are one key option to try, from slightly cat-eyed to those with bold printed frames. Read more about round sunglasses to take into fall.

Fall 2012 fashion trends for men

Prints for men

From paisleys to florals to geometric repeating patterns, prints show no sign of slowing down. For menswear that means plenty of options, and the good news is that men's prints this fall can make a subtle statement or a bold one. Read more about prints for men at that link.

Men's leather bomber jacket

A wardrobe classic, the men's leather bomber has a history that's both practical and sartorial, and very much victorious. Revived with new colours and trims, it's once again a must-have for any man's outerwear collection come fall. Read more about the revival of men's bomber jackets at that link.

Dark blue for men

It may not be many shades away from the classic black, but come autumn / winter men get to mix up their outerwear by way of rich blue tones. And whoever said navy and black didn't go together was clearly wrong: they do this season. Read more and you'll find yourself agreeing that midnight blue is the new black.

The turtleneck

Forget any negative associations you have with turtlenecks. Sure, they're not always flattering, but as far as fall 2012 goes you might be pleasantly surprised. This season the roll-neck sweater provides new options for layering and keeping your look both interesting and warm. Read more about the turtleneck for men and how to wear it this fall.

Men's army clothing

Gone is the embellished, flourish-filled military trend from seasons yore. Menswear in fall 2012 more closely channels the modern military than the decorative. A key element this time around? Army greens. Inject some into your winter wardrobe for an effortlessly utilitarian twist. Read more about army clothing for men.

Shearling for men

It's the kind of classic staple that never moves far off the trend charts, but it's also one that's easily reinvented. Shearling - particularly when it comes to trim on jackets and coats - is both warm and stylish as a menswear feature. Read more about fall's new takes on shearling for men.

Men's boots

Wear them over or under, in or out, with suit pants or with jeans... boots for men can be the perfect cornerstone for creating a winter outfit. This year it's all about leather and suede in the right colours and shapes. Read more about boots for men to take you into the autumn / winter season.

Fall / winter 2012 hairstyles trends

Fall 2012 hairstyles

The new season provides two uniques opportunities for your hairstyle: the excuse of getting a new hairstyle simply because it's a new season, and the need to get a new hairstyle because the weather has gotten cold. Whether you want or need something new, our guide to autumn / fall 2012 hairstyles will bring you up to speed on all the styles that are in fashion.