April showers might bring May flowers, but June definitely brings the heat—and not necessarily when it comes to the blistering sunshine outside. Short shorts and tanks, and itty-bitty polka-dot bikinis really spice things up when it comes to summertime, but the look wouldn’t be complete without the perfect hair. But the same old, same old can get boring and repetitive when prepping the perfect look for summer—whether it’s sipping cocktails by the pool or dancing the night away at a nightclub. No worries because Avon’s Spring Trend Report 2010 introduces a few new, fabulous hairstyles straight form the New York catwalks that seamlessly transfer over to summer to help you achieve a super sexy look, from that naturally curly head-to-toe! Try these hot-off-the-press ‘dos for your next sizzlin’ summer event!
Bohemian Ballerina
Described as a “young, wispy look” by Tippi Shorter, an Advance Techniques Global Stylist Advisor for Avon, this hairdo is both practical and ultra-chic for those muggy summer nights. While admirers take a long, sweeping look at that elegant neck of yours, you’ll be relishing in the breathing room it gets from your curly tresses: win-win for everyone!
CREATE THIS LOOK
1. Start by using a volumizing mousse (try: AG Foam Weightless Volumizer“> through damp hair—root to tip.
2. Use a cushioned brush and blow dry hair section by section, distributing product and creating natural texture.
3. Gather the hair tightly to form a ponytail at the crown of the head and secure with holder.
4. Hold hair at the end of the ponytail and twist firmly in one direction to form a knot into a spiral. Secure with bobby pins
5. Play with the wispy hairs on the side to play up the natural texture.
6. Spray lightly with hairspray to hold style.
Wavy Volume
Whoever said big hair was synonymous with beauty pageants and the ‘80s definitely didn’t make it to the 21st century. Today, volume stands for voluptuous va-va-voom hair—the absolute perfect accessory for a night out. The key to avoiding the has-been beauty queen look is to mix up the volume with waves (say that 5 times fast”>. The touch of romance will complement the pouf for a soft, tousled hairdo that looks effortless.
CREATE THIS LOOK:
1. Start by using a volumizing mousse through damp hair—root to tip.
2. Use pillow curlers to create soft curls and spray with hairspray to set the curl.
3. Remove curlers and flip hair over head. Spray hairspray to create more volume. Run fingers through the hair, piecing the curls for a softer, natural look.
Sexy, Sleek Side-Part
Who needs headbands, clips, and other sparkly shenanigans when you can amp up your look with a defined side-part? Just changing up the part in your hair can make a drastic difference in your look, and you’ll have everyone wondering, ‘What did she do differently that looks so good?’ The Kardashians may be famous for their signature sultry waves and center parts, but the same waves with a side-part will give you an elegant, polished look reminiscent of that old Hollywood glamour.
CREATE THIS LOOK:
1. Start with clean, smooth hair and apply a serum (try Dry Ends Serum by Avon“> to the ends of your hair and a smoothing balm (Super Straight Smoothing Balm“> – root to tip.
2. Use large barrel brush and blow dry hair straight.
3. Use a comb to create a defined part on the side of the head.
4. Pull hair into a tight, sleek bun at the back of the neck to make part stand out.
5. Spray lightly with a shine spray (try Mirror Shine Spray“> to finish the look with sheen.
Crown of Volume
Don’t worry—this isn’t Snooki’s signature style. A spin on the bang-pouf, this ‘do is bold and not for the meek (although it might help break you out of your shell”>. Pair it with a sexy dress and a pair of sky-high stilettos that make your legs look out of this world and you’ll ready to stomp down the street with super sass. Watch out summer, here you come!
CREATE THIS LOOK:
1. Try starting with an Anti-Frizz Capsule by Avon to smooth onto damp hair to create a foundation for building frizz-free texture.
2. Work volumizing mousse through hair for extra volume prep.
3. Blow dry hair in small sections with a round brush. Wrap hair tightly around the barrel and aim hot hair directly on hair until dry.
4. Once dry, backcomb top section of hair and pull back to the center of the head. Secure with bobby pins.
5. Take remaining hair and secure in a loose, messy bun at the nape of the neck.
6. Finish with hairspray.
