This summer’s most popular haircuts range from classic to retro to modern, but they all have one thing in common: they’re effortless, versatile, and low-maintenance. So if you’re wondering which summer haircuts will stay relevant next season, we compiled the top five styles—including your Instagram-worthy favourites—from the Bardot fringe to the airy bob to one-length cuts, plus more!
The Bardot Fringe
The Bardot Fringe, also known as Bardot Bangs, will certainly go the distance for Autumn/Winter 2022. Inspired by French actress Brigitte Bardot, this super-femme haircut has a subtle shape that softly frames the cheekbones while adding volume to the hair. You’ll love it because it doesn’t require a lot of layers or excessive heat styling for maintenance. Plus, the Bardot fringe gives long hair a shape that can work in any parting.
Get the Look:
Beauty Works Speed Styling Brush, £59.99
Joico Dream Blowout Thermal Protection Crème, £14.62
Color Wow Xtra Large Bombshell Volumizer, £17.25
Short Layers
The low-maintenance appeal of Kaia Gerber’s short layered haircut helped it rise to the top of this summer’s most-wanted list. This fashionable haircut features face-framing layers (think a longer curtain bang) and shorter layers throughout the hair to add body. You’ll love the short layered haircut because you get to carry less weight while still retaining length and body for added versatility.
Get the Look:
Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, £26
VIRTUE Volumising Primer, £28.80
ghd Air Hair Dryer, £101.15
The Airy Bob
Want volume, shape and low-maintenance styling? Look no further than the airy bob. Expert layering and shaping techniques give this short summer haircut its lightweight, voluminous, and airy appearance. You’ll love it because it looks great with any parting or freshly tousled for that effortless look.
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TIGI Bed Head Urban Antidotes 2 Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner Set, £17.95
Philip Kingsley Radial Brush, £25
Aveda Air Control Light Hold Hair Spray, £24
Medium, One-Length Cuts
It’s easy to see why medium, one-length haircuts are trending hard for summer 2022. They’re low-maintenance, not too long or too short, and you can still put your hair up. You’ll love it if you want to give hair a fuller look. Plus, no matter what your natural hair texture is, this haircut can make things a bit more manageable.
Get the Look:
Kérastase Curl Manifesto Gelée Curl Contour Gel-Cream, £21.75
KeraCare Natural Textures Defining Custard, £9.45
Aveda Be Curly Curl Enhancer, £18.38
The 90’s Bob
The 90’s Bob | The Hair Bros, New York
The 90’s Bob is a rebellious yet chic statement haircut. It draws attention to the lips, elongates the neck, and creates movement in hair that appears to have none. You’ll love it because it works on almost all textures, requires minimal to no styling, and looks effortlessly gorgeous left natural.
Get the Look:
Giovanni 2chic Frizz Be Gone Polishing Serum, £7.99
Aveda Smooth Infusion Naturally Straight, £18.38
Biolage SmoothProof Deep Treatment Pack, £11
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