While it’s unfortunate that our summer here in Singapore has been marred by the onset of the haze (and even hail!), there’s still no excuse to let ourselves go and look drab for the season.
And since we can’t beat the haze, we might as well make the best of it. The recommended N95 masks may be super uncomfortable and may have the tendency to leave strap indents on your hair – thus messing it up or making us look dishevelled – we can still do our best to work around it.
We’ve checked out the latest summer hair trends and picked out seven of the best hairstyles for the season. Not only do they work perfectly even when you’re sporting the N95, they look super chic as well. So give it a go and take a leaf out of these celebs’ headturning dos.
Model Petra Nemcova’s side-swept fishtail braid is the perfect summer style and works for both night and day. It keeps the hair out of your face (and mask) and is sexy and stylish all at the same time. Note: Great for single hair length but may not work as well on layered locks.
Want to keep it light and airy? Go with a messy topknot like Glee star Dianna Agron. The updated topknot features face-framing bangs for a softer look and a slightly haphazard twist on top. Avoid using gel or hairspray to finish off the look as it will weigh down the locks. Leave your strands slightly messed up so no one would be able to tell even if it’s messed up.
Sleek and chic – this hairstyle will make sure you look glamorous no matter where you are. Part your long bob at the side, tuck it behind your ears, blow and curl the ends inwards before slicking it down with a finishing spray. It’s simple to do yet gives off an air of elegance. Do as Marion Cotillard did and keep your makeup palette neutral with just a hint of smokey eyes.
Although braiding this may take a little more effort, the end result is a sophisticated do that will show off your cheekbones a la Miss Watson. Simply slap on some red lippie and you’re good to go. Plus, every strand is tucked into the do, so it won’t be a biggie even if you have to don a mask.
Summer’s the perfect season to do away with those long locks and go with a sleek pixie cut. It’s easy to manage in this humidity, helps save time on styling and is uber cool. Trust style maven Chloe Sevigny who pulls of this look with aplomb and a touch of androgyny.
Channel your inner glam school girl and opt for this fuss-free style like JLo. Comb the front part of your hair back with a generous amount of gel for that wet look that’s so hot on the spring summer runways. This way you won’t get flyaways or loose strands that might get caught up in the straps of your mask.
Loose, tousled waves draw allusions to many things – sexy bedhead, beachfront locks or even a certain je ne sais quoi attitude that is so Alexa Chung. All you have to do is visit an experienced stylist that will give you nicely chopped layers that will work well with your face shape. It’s a get-up-and-go do so even if it’s messed up by your mask, it still looks good – the way it’s meant to be.