On their creative process
t may only be April, but if you want to get a jumpstart on the hair trends we’ll all be wearing over summer, we’ve only gone and spoken to some of the best stylists in the biz for their predictions of what’s to come. The big one? Texture in all its many forms. We’re reclaiming the word “frizzy” and running with it, because honestly, it’s awesome. From fluffed-out fros and giant waves to loads and loads of layers big, sexy texture is quite literally going to be massive. Another huge trend? Extremes. From super short cuts to shaping XXL length.
The Mane
Last year the curly bob took off. Think: “a polished graduated bob for those with ringlets and every curly hair type,” explains Ricky Walters’s, founder of SALON64. For summer, this look has progressed to “The Mane” incorporating the extra length. “It’s a look that’s designed to turn heads,” says Ricky and it allows curly hair to be bigger and better while still holding its shape. The secret is to cut it freehand without even using a comb, says Ricky. “It’s a very visual look that commands respect. It gives shorter scattered layers while retaining the length.”history, suggesting that other factors must be at work, such as environment and lifestyle.
The Fresh Farrah
This won’t be the first time Farrah Fawcett has been referenced as a total hair queen, and it won’t be the last. Voluminous 70s-style hair is making a return, so if your bob’s grown out and you’re not sure where to head next, it’s one to consider. Essentially Charlie’s Angels hair made modern, “this is probably our most asked for haircuts say Sean and Nick from The Hair Bros. “If you find you are loving your new found length, but the heaviness, lack of movement and volume is making you consider chopping it all off, then this is cut for you,” they say. The trick is to introduce a very subtle ‘V’ shape to the outline of the back of hair with soft layers. At the front you want to create movement without any obvious lines and you want your fringe to gently frame your cheekbones. The sweet-spot for the shortest part of your fringe is between the lip and the bridge of the nose so you can sweep it to the side.
Fluffed-Out Fros
We’re seeing more and more people reclaim their own texture which is the overwhelming response hairstylist and afro expert, Charlotte Mensah has been getting from her clients. For summer, beautiful, fluffy texture is going to be even bigger. “Hair will be fluffed out and allowed to do its own thing,” says Charlotte. “With so many of us exploring and learning about our natural hair during lockdown, no wonder a lot more women will want to let their unique textures thrive.” The big blow out is one way to celebrate healthy, happy hair.
Soho shag
Oh, have you heard? The shag might be big (in case you haven’t seen it already plastered over your ‘gram). But, given it’s already stolen the spotlight for lots of 2021, it’s time for a revolution, reckons Ricky who suggests shortening the length the same way we’ll be slashing our hemlines. “Cut to the collarbone and worn with plenty of shorter layers to give max attitude, the Soho Shag is best worn dishevelled and lived in,” he says.
Curls & Crimps
Basically, we should all ditch our straighteners and try out curls instead because they’re set to be HUGE for this summer. They’re a softer, dreamier alternative to poker straight strands and look best rough-dried then waved with a giant waver of crimper, says Ricky. “Better yet those lucky enough to have already naturally curly or wavy hair can simply scrunch.” Plus the texture works great with the Soho Shag, btw.
The Bardot Fringe
Curtain fringes began to take off again over autumn, but they’re here to stay. “Curtain fringes are a great addition to long, short, and curly hair. Plus, they still look great when they grow out and they require less maintenance than a fringe,” explains celeb hairstylist, Dionne Smith. For summer, they’re taking a more sixties turn with Brigitte Bardot providing major inspo. It’s a pretty safe bet if you want to do something different, but not too drastic. “For the one lengthers out there who have been playing it safe all their life with trims, the last few months may have been tempting you to go for something else. The Modern Bardot is for you,” says Sean and Nick. “You can still tie your hair up, and tuck it behind your ears, but it will give you volume, a softness around your cheekbones, and make you fall back in love with your hair again.” We like the sound of that.
