There’s nothing like September in New York. A hint of fall is in the air, Hamptons weekends are in the rearview (for now), and come Fashion Week, droves of stylish individuals flock to lower Manhattan for the spring collections. And as much sartorial goodness there is both outside of, and inside the venues, there’s ample beauty inspo to appreciate as well — namely, haircuts of every length, color, and texture that have us texting our stylist, “Girl, you free?”
With the Spring 2026 season finally in full swing, we’ve kept our eagle eyes peeled on incoming street style snaps. The result: All of the most refreshing, effortlessly cool haircuts to inspire you this fall. (Bixie girl summer is still going strong, BTW.)
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Start shopping for pillbox hats and fascinators now, because come spring? Here’s hoping we’ll all be donning cute little hats that coordinate with our below-the-neck ensembles.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.If there’s one breakout trend this season, it’s celebrating your natural texture — and we couldn’t be more in agreement. Instead of fighting frizz at every turn, embrace flyaways and cool-girl volume, like this guest outside Altuzarra. (And the lived-in roots? Very here for it.)Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.This loose, half-up top knot seen on actor Sarah Shahi made our hearts skip several beats. Loose, cascading waves add to the effortlessly romantic look and feel.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.We’re not going to say the side part is back, but it’s not not back, either — especially when paired with a sleek, layered ‘do.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.Take it from our Fall Lookbook hair expert Coree Moreno: The undone “new new wave” is already hitting the streets — case in point? This Coach attendee’s Rapunzel-like waves that look polished, but not perfect.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.This guest’s striking white pixie brought her silvery outfit to life. A slicked-back, gelled shape and immaculate edges add to the sleek, chic effect.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.This fluffy “bixie” elevates any look, and is more low-maintenance than you might think. Apply a body-building mousse or salt spray on freshly washed hair and let it air dry with plenty of volume and texture.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.A long, sleek blowout will never go out of fashion.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.Proof that the styling opportunities of a bob are endless. Wear your texture natural, or gel it up with a high-shine formula like Bumble and bumble’s Multi-talented Sculpting Gel.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.Reminiscent of Josephine Baker’s iconic crop, this slicked-back style with signature “kiss curls” on the forehead is a whole mood.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.Always running 15 (okay, 30) minutes behind? This wispy, messy bun keeps things effortlessly chic, and takes minimal time — and styling — to execute. Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.A precise center part and pin-straight length are a match made in hair heaven.Photographed by Flordalis Espinal.A layered shag with curled bangs is the perfect combination of glam and grunge.This uptown-meets-downtown updo combines an ultra-sleek crown, sweet forehead curls, and a romantic wavy bun.
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