Summer hair trends and ideas

Hey everybody, I just want to post a quick blog on some summer hairstyles and just give you guys some ideas on how to change it up, but still keep in tone with the season.

Long wavy hair

These beachy waves have always been bang on trend, however they've been a particular favourite this year. It's perfect for all of you with long hair and if you don't want to cut it off just yet. You can get the look by adding in layers into your locks, so when you allow your hair to dry naturally, it will get that tousled holiday look. Think Cameron Diaz and Megan Fox. You can also add in Schwarzkorf Osis+ Dust It, which you simply dust onto dry hair and then rub in to texturise your hair. You could also tease you hair to add volume to it, however I wouldn't recommend to do this on a regular basis, as teasing can lead to unhealthy, brittle hair and split ends if done excessively.  You can also add Lee Stafford Beach Babe Sea Salt Spray, which you just spray into damp hair. You can let your hair dry naturally to get those perfect sexy waves or you can blow dry it if you're in a rush. Bubble & Bumble Surf Spray also works this way and has been praised for its effects, however I myself have not used it. You can also make your own Sea Salt Spray - for more information on how to this, check out this video:  http://www.youtube.com/user/SecretLifeOfaBioNerd#p/c/06ADA52042B1809B/13/Ezx4oMPxT40 

Lob

The long bob has taken over this summer, as seen by the likes of Jennifer Anniston and Jessica Alba. It's a striking summer look as well as relaxed, simple and low-maintenance to go with the summer mood and is the perfect way to cut off all that dead hair. If you're not too keen on the look or don't fancy it's "awkward" length, you could just cut your hair short an get the plain, simple and classic bob, as sported by Alexa Chung, who makes it even more fun by messing it up and adding those sexy waves and tousled look, proving that you don't have to have long hair to pull of the beachy stlye. 

Highlights

Highlights are the perfect way to add texture and depth to liven up any hairstyle, particularly for all you brunettes. It's also brilliant in the sense that you won't feel like you've got a block of colour on your hair, as it's important to embrace your natural beauty, which includes your hair colour.

Dip Dye

As well as a lovely trend on fabrics, it also looks great in your hair. It's kind of like a relaxed vision of highlights.  What's so great about it is that it can look natural; for example, if you are a brunette and you dip dye a caramel tone into your locks, it can look like natural sun-bleached hair growing out. Think Mila Kunis and Rachel Bilson. I really wanted to get this this summer, but as it turns out, once you spend your money, you don't get it back! Shocker! You can also get some funky colours if you don't want the natural look- go on, be daring! 

Lowlights


Lowlights may not seem like an obvious style trend at the moment, however it's still perfect to add some colour and a new shade to your hair to make it different. The undertones in your hair gives it a more subtle, yet beautiful impact and can also maintain a natural appearance. I did this a few years ago, but I had red lowlights put in; I really liked that it's subtle and that when people saw my hair, they knew something was new, they just couldn't figure out what! This look is great if you don't want an obvious new look or attention.

Bleach Blonde

Having said that bit about how highlights are great as you won't have a whole new block of colour on your head, diving into an all-over warm summer tone, like blonde fits perfectly this year, as the warm tone is energising and lively. Think of Kate Bosworth's lovely locks. 

The Fringe

Fringes are perfect for summer. The most common or obvious fringe style is the straight forward bangs, (look to Jessie J, Sandra Bullock or Taylor Swift for this, or Alexandra Burke if you don't want your bangs in your eyes) but not everyone can pull this off. If you have curly hair, bangs like these tend to make you look younger, so depending on how old you are and what kind of look you are going for, I'd say for curly haired women, either get a side fringe or no fringe; your hair is so awesome, there's no need to add any bangs! Wavy haired girls, side fringe is your best bet, and for anybody who wares the poker straight hairstyle, forward full on bangs is perfect for you. 

In terms of "temporary" styles and up-dos, plaits have completely taken over Summer 2011 by storm. Just take a quick flick through a magazine for ideas, or go on youtube. This year is loving fish-tale plaits, halo braids, french brides etc. Check out these awesome braids at Alexander McQueen S/S 2011! Probably really difficult, but inspiring :) 

Centre partings are also seeming popular, by the looks of designers such as Channel and Burberry, but if it doesn't suit you or it isn't comfortable for you, don't force yourself into it. Messy up-do's are also in so be wild and do whatever messy bun you fancy! I always resort to the messy bun, regardless if it's in or not, its just so casual and easy and always looks hot, so it doesn't matter whether it's in or not to me. As well as messy buns, sleek buns are also on trend. You could also try the top-knot, which is a perfect way to turn around a bad hair day. It's also a good look for anyone with a small forehead, as it pulls all you hair back, therefore bringing emphasis onto your forehead. You can style the top-knot neatly like Kate Botsworth or Jessica Alba, or if you want to go for a more rugged or messy look, look to Nicole Richie for inspiration. Note the bumpiness in her hair. (Sorry I can't find the picture online, but just tie it kind of loose and bumpy. Any hair that's out of place can add to the look.) If you don't like the messy look, you can go for a ballet bun, which is perfect for anyone who fears frizz and is a bit of a perfectionist. If you are going for a ballet bun, you need to straighten you hair to get that sleek, elegant look. Opt for a matte lipstick with this. Summer is also loving the use of hair accessories, so be creative and unafraid. Girlies with long hair, ponytails are looking hot this season. Sleek and slick or messy and effortless, up to you what style you choose.

Anyways, that's all for now. Hope I inspired some of you on hair ideas. Please leave your comments bellow, See Ya! x