In summer, when it comes to hairstyles, comfort is the key. Of course looking stylish is high on your agenda but stiff over-styled hair is a no-no. Soft, delicate waves that lend a natural look are more summer-friendly. 

Pulling your hair back into a ponytail lends a clean and no-fuss look and can be sported by women of all age groups. This season the teeny bobber ponytail perched high up on your head is out of fashion. The trendy thing to do would be a high-swept ponytail with cascading loose curls.

PREP

Shampoo, condition and apply some styling product like serum or mousse (depending on your hair type) for hold, blow-dry hair with a paddle brush and then tong the hair into waves. All the hairstyles are based on that. 

DOUBLE DUTCH BRAID 

A really sporty look, this could be your go-to hairstyle when you step out for your MMA or yoga session. It’s sporty, it’s trendy and it’s neat. This takes you literally 10 minutes, depending on your hair length.

PONYTAIL WITH LOOSE CURLS 

A low ponytail tied loosely and accessorised with a flower hairband makes for a relaxed hairdo for a night out. It’s cute and trendy, all wrapped into one ponytail.

CLASSIC CHIC 

Rachel Jones (above) has a classic catwalk side-swept pony, while Danielle Jones (below) has a side-swept ponytail with a loose braid, perfect for a casual day out with the girls or a summer brunch. 

THE BOHO HEAD-WRAP 

In a hurry and you want to look cute? The Boho head-wrap is a win-win combination as it is comfortable and trendy. It can add style to jeans, T-shirts and off-shoulders too! Just right to wear on a bad hair day!

DATE-NIGHT LOOK 

A messy top-knot accessorised with a beautiful satin rose, perfect for date night. Pair it with a summery off-shoulder top or dress and you will surely be a stunner.

GO-TO ACCESSORIES

1 Coloured hair extensions: Adds volume, length and colour.
2 Floral head wreaths.
3 Hair jewels like mathapatti and hair chains.
4 Glitter strands that can be woven into your tresses.
5 Hair perfume that adds fragrance to sweaty hair. Simply spritz your hair with this and refresh your locks.

REV UP YOUR PONYTAIL GAME

1 All you really need is a curling iron to lend the curling effect. 
2 A dab of smoothening serum or cream to keep it tidy and flawless.
3 A medium-hold hairspray to fix the hair strands.
4 A few good hair clips to keep the style intact.
5 Some good quality rubber bands to perfect the art of a ponytail.

Pictures: Rashbehari Das 

Bridgette Jones is a beauty pro who believes perfection isn’t necessarily beautiful, but individuality almost always is. You can reach Bridgette on Facebook @Bridgette Jones. Got a beauty question for her? Mail t2onsunday@abp.in