15 Effortless hairstyles to keep you looking fresh in hot weather

Angela Goh

05 Jun 2017

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#1: Free & easy waves
Nothing beats a refreshing "windblown" look. Opt for loose waves if you have short above-shoulder hair for the ultimate carefree look.

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#2: Pulled back and pretty
Get all that hair out of your face if you're worried about the humidity making everything damp and sticky. A high ponytail will keep you looking summer fresh, all day long. If your face feels a little too "naked" without your lovely mane to frame it, try some OTT earrings.

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#3: Light & bright
If you're sick of your natural hair colour, pick a summery shade like blonde or a very light, sandy brown. And yes, these shades work with shorter cuts too.

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#4: Side fishtail
Thinking of an outdoor picnic or a fun day at the beach? A loosely-tied braid pulled to the side will elevate your summer look and have you as the centre of attention the whole time!

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#5: Sweet highlights
Highlights that mingle with your natural hair colour can keep your look fresh. Honey tones such as this are perfectly sweet and feminine.

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#6: Accessorise with a hat
If unruly hair tends to get in the way, especially on a breezy day, tame those locks by donning a chic hat. You'll remain stylish from day to night, without having to worry about the condition of your hairdo.

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#7: The centre part
A timeless style that will forever be a model's favourite, hair that's been parted in the middle is a simple way to keep the face clear on a hot day.

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#8: Organised chaos
Salt sprays and texturising sprays can help create a
"messy" look that is controlled and sultry. As they say: beachy waves are perfect for beachy days!

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#9: Perfectly pulled back
Yet another hairstyle that pushes all the hair back and away from the face, this one takes sections of hair from the front, to be tied at the back into a ponytail. Effortless and elegant, all at once.

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#10: Parted to the side
If your hair is long enough for the front to be parted to the side without dropping back into your face, all the better! The side part is a "softer" style compared to the middle part, as it gives your face a more feminine appearance.

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#11: Styled waves
If you were born with hair that hangs straight down, not to worry. There are plenty of ways to achieve natural waves and curls without having to resort to heat! In fact, here's our guide on 6 easy no-heat hair curling techniques. They'll change your life.

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#12: Low curls
Blessed with long hair? Summer weather means summer curls! Adopt a sweet and innocent look with loose curls that dangle past your shoulder!

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#13: The natural way
Minimal styling means an effortless look -- just a bit of hair serum to get the gloss going, followed by a quick brush will give you volumised locks in a jiffy.

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#14: Shoulder-length
The verdict is in: shoulder-length hair is the ultimate summer style to adopt. It's not too short that you can't pull it back into a ponytail when it gets too hot, and it's not too long that you have to suffer through taming the endless strands!

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#15: Ombre sweetheart
From dark to light, the ombre look is one that will stick around for years to come. In natural hues like brown, honey, sand, and blonde, your hair can look very attractive even after months of letting it grow out. Photo: Imaxtree

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If the hot weather is ruining your cool, you’ve probably considered drastic measures such as chopping all your lovely hair off to try to make yourself feel better. Well, fret not, you don’t have to make such a dramatic decision (just yet, anyway). Before you head to your favourite Korean hair salon in the heart of the city, hold your horses and check out some great hairstyles to keep you looking and feeling fresh in the heat.

Remember that short hairstyles don’t always have to be the key — in the gallery are hair ideas that range from mid-length to well past shoulder length. And, of course, we’ve got the bobs and crops too, for our short-haired friends. Flick through the slideshow and bookmark your favourites!

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