The latest hair trends to up your summer style game

Not only is the headband trend oh-so practical for keeping hair off our faces on hot days, the abundance of styles, colours and textures available means there’s no excuse for it not to become your go-to accessory this season.

There are oversized or dainty bands, embellished or understated, neutral or bold, so choose one (or a few) to match your style and mood. Short or fine hairstyles will enjoy the ’90s comeback of the super-skinny headbands, whereas thicker hair can definitely pull off oversized styles.

Hair clips are back into style in a big way, appearing en masse layered throughout different hairstyles. Seen at NYFW and in the tresses of our favourite celebrities, this is a really easy trend to get behind this summer.

More is more here, so consider creating a stacked look by pinning back one side of your hair with three or more clips or adding them throughout a ponytail to create interest. If that all sounds a bit much, never underestimate the simple elegance of one embellished clip holding your hair back behind your ear.

Another ’90s vibe that we are so here for. Scrunchies have returned to our hair wardrobe rotation and thankfully shows no sign of leaving us just yet.

The thing we love most about this trend is its versatility. Scrunchies are perfect for the beach or poolside, at the gym or surfing, WFH or adding a little drama to a date night ponytail – all while keeping your hair back and tangle-free.

If you prefer an understated vibe, opt for smaller scrunchies in neutral colours. But the real magic comes with using oversized, vibrant scrunchies to elevate your look – give it a try, you won’t regret it.

Scarves are a versatile way to amp up your summer wardrobe and bring variety to the same few pieces (we love them as part of a capsule weekend-away wardrobe!).

Whether you braid one through a fishtail plait, drape it loosely with a ponytail, or cover your hair Audrey Hepburn-style (very sun safe for your scalp), a scarf will help glam up your look.

If scarves feel a little overdone but you still want to bring something to your hair game, the decked-out bow trend promises to tick all boxes. Use a clip-in bow to pin back hair on one side, or a supersized bow that peeps over the top of a ponytail or low bun.