The INSIDER Summary:
- Switching hairstyles for the summer is a great way to liven up your entire look.
- INSIDER spoke with celebrity hair guru Larry Sims — whose clients include Victoria Beckham and Zendaya — about which summer hairstyles will reign supreme in 2017.
- Messy hair, choppy haircuts, twists, and braids will be among the hottest trends.
Doing something different with your hair for the summer is always a good idea.
An update to your hairstyle at the cusp of warmer weather can keep you cool or prevent heat damage from increased sun exposure. It's an easy way to refresh your look, too.
INSIDER recently spoke with celebrity hairstylist Larry Sims— the hair guru behind Victoria Beckham's infamous bob whose clients also include Zendaya, Gabrielle Union, and Kerry Washington — and asked him which summer styles we can expect to see the most this year. Scroll down to find out what he had to say.
1. Tousled hair will be wildly popular.
"Messy, bed-head hair" replaces beach waves as the number one trend, according to Sims. "People really aren't doing polished hair anymore," he told INSIDER. Stars like actress Julianne Hough, singer Ciara, and supermodel Karlie Kloss have all ditched their silky smooth strands in recent years and totally rocked it.
2. Short haircuts are going to be everywhere.
Sims predicted that "razor-textured bobs" with uneven layers will be a big hit. Don't be afraid to go short — actresses Drew Barrymore and Gabrielle Union, as well as Victoria Beckham, have all proved long hair isn't necessary.
3. Twists and braids will replace the need for styling tools.
No-heat styles such as twists and braids are bound to become even more popular. Singer Rita Ora decorated hers with hair accessories, while actresses Blake Lively and Bella Thorne's styles commanded attention on their own.
4. Likewise, long-lasting protective styles are a definite must.
Braided extensions such as two-strand twists and box braids don't require daily maintenance or manipulation, making them ideal for those with natural hair. Singers and actresses Solange, Brandy, and Zoe Kravitz frequently wear them.
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