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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Danielle Jackson

Summer 2026 Hair Trends Are Incredibly Low-Effort and Ideal for Lazy Girls

Summer hair trends.

Summer is all about letting loose and being carefree, and as the season approaches, the biggest summer hair trends popping up in the next few weeks are set to follow closely in that same direction. “This summer, hair trends are all about effortless beauty and healthy, expensive-looking hair," says Lia Hakim, hairstylist and founder of Totally Hott Salon Blowdry Bar in Rye Brook, NY. "We’re seeing a major shift away from overly-styled looks and moving toward softer, more natural hair that still feels elevated.”

This means that, as you consider your hairstyle of choice for the next handful of months, you can expect to see the blunt bobs and rigid haircuts that have exploded in popularity over the last year being swapped for softer looks that feel lighter and more airy. "Women are gravitating toward clean, timeless styles with soft movement and minimal styling," Hakim adds. "The overall vibe is polished without looking like you tried too hard.”

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