By Glamour
It's summertime and the living should be easy. But when the humidity sets in and the temperature starts inching closer to triple digits, figuring out what to wear is tough enough, but deciding what to do with your hair is about as simple as planning a weekend getaway with a group of friends. Sure, you could throw it in a ponytail and call it day—again—but week after week it can start to feel a little stale. Instead, we rounded up 31 fresh, fun summer hair ideas, coupled with a few easy styling tricks, to get you by when it's hot as hell out. They're not built-in A/C, but they're about as close as you can get.
It's summertime and the living should be easy. But when the humidity sets in and the temperature starts inching closer to triple digits, figuring out what to wear is tough enough, but deciding what to do with your hair is about as simple as planning a weekend getaway with a group of friends. Sure, you could throw it in a ponytail and call it day—again—but week after week it can start to feel a little stale. Instead, we rounded up 31 fresh, fun summer hair ideas, coupled with a few easy styling tricks, to get you by when it's hot as hell out. They're not built-in A/C, but they're about as close as you can get.
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| PHOTO: Christian Vierig |
Sleek Knot
A strong center part with statement earrings never fails to look good.
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| PHOTO: Presley Ann |
Pineappled Curls
Pile curls high and let a few pieces hang out.
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Low Pony
Bows and ribbons are having moment, and they're far from the grade-school association you might have with them. Loop one low and loose on a ponytail like so.
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| PHOTO: Kirstin Sinclair |
Snap Clips
Give the '90s accessory new life by doubling up on clips right above your ear.
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| PHOTO: Timur Emek |
Ribbon Pony
Chic: a twist of ribbon down the length of your ponytail.
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| PHOTO: Kirstin Sinclair |
Mini Puffs
Add aviators and hoops, and you've got a look.
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| PHOTO: Christian Vierig |
Rapunzel Braid
Don't worry about any ends sticking out—the more imperfect, the better.
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| PHOTO: Mireya Acierto |
Topknot
There's a reason it's Susie Lau's signature: Blunt bangs with a teetering topknot works with everything.
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| PHOTO: Edward Berthelot |
Box Braids
A couple of braid cuffs make the look complete.
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| PHOTO: BUMBLE AND BUMBLE |
Scrunchies (Yes, Scrunchies)
The new way to wear them: low and loose with air-dried hair.
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| PHOTO: Christian Vierig |
Half Up
Hair too short to pull all the way up? Construct a mini knot with just your top layer.
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| PHOTO: Gilbert Carrasquillo |
Adorned Braids and Cornrows
Nothing says summer like pearls and shells.
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| PHOTO: Timur Emek |
Tied Up
Loop a shoelace or extra-long ribbon around the base of a low ponytail.
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| PHOTO: Christian Vierig |
Center Part
Curtain bangs look even cooler in the summer when you let them hang out of a messy bun.
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| PHOTO: Edward Berthelot |
Frizz Out
Flyaways are no longer a dirty word: Instead of slicking them down, let them do their damn thing.
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| PHOTO: Peter White |
Comb Headband
You remember this old thing, right? It's back—and better than ever. Pick one up on Amazon and be ready for compliments.
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| PHOTO: Christian Vierig |
Bauble Braid
Use hair ties with charms and baubles for a more playful vibe.
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| PHOTO: Vanni Bassetti |
Contrast Braids
A mood: braids that vary in size and contrast in color.
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| PHOTO: Edward Berthelot |
Bandana Bun
A styling trick that never gets old: wrapping a printed scarf or bandana around the base of your bun.
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| PHOTO: Melodie Jeng |
Loose Twist
Loop small sections around a ponytail and pin in place to get this elongated messy bun. Optional: a top with dramatic details in the back to draw extra attention.
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| PHOTO: Earl Gibson III |
Fulani Braids With Beads
Wooden beads give braids—and everything you wear with them—a little something extra.
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| PHOTO: Bryan Bedder |
Bubble Pony
If this photo of doesn't convince you to try this pony from the Fenty x Puma Summer 2018 show, maybe this will: It comes with Rihanna's seal of approval.
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| PHOTO: Timur Emek |
Wispy Ponytail
Call it the "Meghan Effect" but suddenly we want a few loose tendrils in the front of every style.
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| PHOTO: Marc Piasecki |
Stretchy Headband
Those old drugstore headbands you use to wash your face? They're great for the daytime too.
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| PHOTO: Presley Ann |
Turban Headband
In a fun print, it's equal parts fashion and function.
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| PHOTO: ImaxTree |
Tied Up
A quick DIY hack worth your time: Cut a small piece off a gauzy scarf and tie it onto a basic hair tie.
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| PHOTO: NurPhoto |
Low and Slick
There's something about a ponytail tied right at the nape of your neck that always feels polished
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| PHOTO: Paul Morigi |
Slick Topknot
The proportions look extra cool with long statement earrings.
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| PHOTO: BENNETT RAGLIN; HAIR BY ALLEN RUIZ FOR AVEDA |
Bubble Pony
Tendrils x 2. Don't say you're not digging them.
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| PHOTO: Mauricio Santana |
Pompadour
Keep braids and twists away from your face by tying them back into a pompadour.
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| PHOTO: Christian Vierig |
Headscarf
Double up on prints and textures by mixing and matching a headscarf with a scrunchie.
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