As you prepare to say goodbye to summer and create your back-to-school checklists [1], you might want to consider making a trip to the salon to get a new haircut to start the year off right. After all, a fresh hairstyle [2] is an instant confidence booster and is guaranteed to make your first day of school even more exciting.
Whether you're heading back to college or starting a new year of high school, there's no denying that you could benefit from a little pampering [3] before the stress of classes and homework begins. If you're in a style rut, you could kick off the fall season [4] with a dramatic transformation (like chopping your extra-long hair to a blunt bob [5]) or go all out and give curtain bangs [6] a try. If subtlety is more your style, opt for a trim to get rid of any dead ends and give your signature look a light refresh.
We've pulled together some of the best fall haircuts for back-to-school season, ranging from short to long styles, so you can start the year off feeling your absolute best. Check them out ahead.