Summer Hairstyles

Just when you’re about to throw out that horrible 80s outfit for a wardrobe revamp your friend says “are you crazy?! Don’t get rid of that, style always comes back around!” 

Well guess what, the same goes for our hairstyles; This summer is all about bringing back what has been for years, while just adding that edge to keep it fresh and current, and its super exciting!

Braids:
Braids are such a fun and easy way to add some diversity and texture to your hair. Whether you’re on the beach or at an elegant wedding, braids are very versatile. If you’re wearing a low-slung pony you can even add some micro braids to those feathered pieces hanging out of the sides to give it a little something interesting.

Ballerina Buns:
What’s more sleek and classic than a perfectly constructed ballerina bun? Not much! High or low ballerina buns show the beautiful structure of cheekbones, jawline and can even give the illusion of being taller. This is a great style for business casual as well as an elegant evening affair making it a great day into night style.

Textured Beach Waves:
Remember in high school when a bottle of mousse was your go to if you didn’t have time to blow dry and flat iron your hair that morning? “Scrunched” hair has evolved into the effortless beach waves you see on celebrities and models. It’s a quick style for the summer when you don’t have time or it’s just too hot to sit there and blow dry your hair. The best tool for this look is a great salt spray and your hands! Spray the salt spray in, flip your head over, use a scrunching motion with your hands and you have full, textured volume like you walked off the beach. My favorite go-to salt spray is Beach Day by UNITE, it’s a summer must have!

Ponytails:
This summer is all about embracing the ponytail, all different types too! Whether a high pony, side pony or low-slung pony it’s a great way to get your hair up and out of your face while still drawing focus to your hair. You can wear a super sleek dressy high ponytail or you can wear an effortless low pony with whimsical pieces. A great way to dress a pony up a bit is to cover you hair tie with a piece of your hair. You just take a small piece and wrap it around the pony and pin it with a bobby pin, giving it a sleeker look.

A great way to see what works for you and help you achieve these looks is to confide and trust in your hairstylist. They can give you realistic ways to achieve certain looks as well as their honest opinion of what looks best on you.  Your hair stylist is your best friend, so don’t afraid to use his or her knowledge and advice!