While the sunshine and warm weather are all welcome parts of summer, the frizzy hair and sweat are most certainly not. Summer can make styling your ‘do a tough task and can leave you feeling bored and fresh out of ideas. Don’t let yourself resort to a ponytail or quick messy bun everyday. Instead, pick one of these 15 fun and simple styles, designed to help you avoid humid hair problems and time-sucking blowouts. Pick from braids, wraps, tucks and accessories that will make the most of your luscious locks.
1. The Beach Braid: Take your braids in a new direction, literally. Pair these vertical weaves with some beach waves for even more texture. (via Refinery 29)
2. The Braid Twist: This look captures the best of both worlds. It’s loose and disheveled, while still being intricate and beautiful. (via Refinery 29)
3. The Bob With Bangs: Sweep your bangs to the side like Selena. If you have tame or straight hair, a short cut is the perfect way to save time on styling during the summer months. (via A Style Life)
4. Tuck and Cover Half: Break out those colorful silk scarves that have been hiding in your closet and get ready to sport this super simple style. (via Missy Sue)
5. Cross Ponytail: We are always craving a new workout ‘do, and this one’s a winner. Take yourself from gym to glam by changing only your clothes, not your hair. (via Refinery 29)
6. Modern Beehive: Why hello there, gorgeous. Date night has officially just gotten way hotter. (via Us Weekly)
7. The Sock Bun: The sock bun is easily one of the most fab creations ever. All you need is a hair tie and an old sock to make this oversized bun come to life. (via Beautylish)
8. Embellished Updo: Swap out the floral piece for a new, fun headband and add a pop of pattern to your updo. (via Us Weekly)
9. Woven Low Bun: A welcome addition to our collection of go-to hairstyles for work. This sleek and understated bun is perfect for the office. (via Sidewalk Ready)
10. Tuck and Roll: It’s clear that the clean tucked look is in this season. You’ll understand exactly why when you see how simple and functional it is. (via Refinery 29)
11. Deconstructed Fishtail Braid: At first, it might seem silly to take apart a perfectly good braid. But when we saw the sexy surfer look it instantly created, we were sold. (via Us Weekly)
12. Pinned Back Bangs: This is the perfect way to avoid the awkward, in-between bangs stage, and it adds fab volume! (via Brit + Co.)
13. Genie Ponytail: Second day hair has met its match. Now your day-old locks can be as luscious as ever. (via Us Weekly)
14. Head Scarf: Break out those scarves again! But this time you’re twisting in and out instead of tucking. (via Free People Blog)
15. Flower Crown: A festival ‘do, for sure. This step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to create the perfect set of loose curls that are topped off with a fun, floral headpiece. (via Refinery 29)
16. Gold Dipped Braid: If it’s not already clear, braids are synonymous with summer. Add intrigue to the simple look with a gold-dipped tail. It was turning heads at a recent Mara Hoffman show, and we hope to see it on sidewalks everywhere soon. (via Story by Modcloth)
What’s your favorite summer hairstyle? How do you keep your hair free from frizz in the heat? Let us know in the comments below.
