Summer Hair Ideas for the Sunnier Months
Summer is the season most people think about changing their hair — lighter, brighter, a bit more sun-kissed to match the time of year. Whether you want something subtle or a proper statement, there are plenty of ways to freshen up for summer. Here are our favourite ideas, and some honest advice on getting them right, from the team at Wisteria Avenue in Abingdon.
Going lighter for summer
Lighter hair just feels right in summer, and there’s a whole range of ways to get there — from a couple of shades brighter to a full creative colour. Rose gold and other creative tones are popular when people want something that genuinely stands out.
One honest piece of advice our colourists give again and again: if you’re going blonder, staying within around two levels of your natural colour usually gives the best result. It protects the condition of your hair, and — just as importantly — a softer change often looks more flattering than a dramatic leap to something much lighter. Subtle tends to be more powerful than stark.
Blonde balayage — the summer favourite
If there’s one summer colour our stylists return to, it’s a blonde balayage. Because the colour is hand-painted — kept soft at the roots and built up gradually towards the ends — it gives that natural, sun-kissed contrast without a harsh regrowth line. It’s also low-maintenance, which makes it ideal for summer when you’d rather not be back in the salon every few weeks. You get the holiday-hair look even with a typical British summer. Our guide to how balayage works on different hair types goes into more detail.
Choosing a shade that suits you
Picking the right summer shade isn’t only about what’s on trend — it’s about what suits you. Skin tone is the big one: fair, light, medium and darker complexions are each flattered by different blondes and tones. Even eye colour can play a part, with some shades sitting better against blue eyes and others against brown. None of this is something you need to work out alone, and it’s exactly what a colour consultation is for — it’s free, with no obligation, and it means your summer colour is planned rather than guessed.
Looking after summer hair
Summer has its own challenges for hair — sun, salt water and chlorine all take a toll, and coloured hair especially can fade or shift tone with sun exposure. It’s worth rinsing hair after swimming and being a little protective of it on the brightest days. A toner appointment partway through summer can keep blonde looking fresh rather than brassy, and a conditioning treatment helps offset the drying effect of the season.
Book your summer colour in Abingdon
Whether it’s a subtle lift, a blonde balayage or a bold creative colour, our colourists would be glad to help you find the right look for summer. Have a look at our price list, and book in for a consultation to get started.
