Are you ready to shake up your summer look? Whether you’re planning a beach day, a casual brunch, or a fun night out, having a cute, effortless hairstyle can make all the difference. The secret to the summer’s trends is to keep it simple, elegant and with a personal twist to your hairstyle. If you like braids, buns, long or short hair, I’ve gathered the best cute hairstyles for summer 2025 to keep you fresh and trendy. Let’s dive in!
Effortless Blonde Tendrils
Picture this: Soft, sun bleached blonde hairbrushing gently against your cheeks creating a breezy, spontaneous summer vibe. It’s all about simplicity with the perfect amount of statement appeal. A soft center part allows soft tendrils to gently drape around your face. This soft golden hue provides comfort and sophistication, so you will look amazing while enjoying the summer sun. A fantastic cute summer look, it is great for everyday outings and can even dress you up for an evening out.
I recommend picking up the Moroccanoil Treatment Light if you wish to maintain this appearance. This product gives a glossy sheen without compromising your hair softness and volume. You will be happy to have this product in the hot sticky months.
There is something very attractive about this look—it is carefree, but definitely planned. All you need to complete the look is just a layered necklace and a graphic tee. Its casual vibe will make you look chic without being over-the-top suitable for any day at the beach last-minute or hassle-free walk in the park.
The beauty of this style lies in its adaptability. Whether you’re heading to a summer festival or just running errands, it works. A little salt spray makes it fuller and adds some movement to it. Why not make this your go-to summer look?
Double Braided Crown
Nothing says summer like braids. This double braided crown is not just adorable; it’s functional. Braids will keep your hair out of your face, perfect for hot days when you want your hair to stay out of your face. Also, it looks ornate and sophisticated, without being too complicated, so it’s perfect for festivals or just going outside.
Keeping up with the neatness of braids may be a challenge, but I use L’Oréal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Protein Recharge Leave-In Conditioner a lot. It eliminates texture and repels flyaways, so your braids stay polished and crisp even once you’ve been out for hours.
Personally, I adore this style for its versatility. I find it does a fantastic job both in backyard gatherings, as well as in cozy breaks of coffee with friends. You know that feeling when you put effort into your look, but it doesn’t seem like you tried too hard? This is that vibe.
It may be a good idea to add small blooms or cheerful hair accessories to the look. This little touch makes a huge difference to the look, making it look cheerful summer.
Chic Low Pigtail Braids
Low pigtail braids provide a fun flair with an adult look. They’re sleek, chic, and totally on-trend for summer 2025. Equipped with a braid, low and split in the middle, it is perfect for daywear and can match sporty looks.
If you want to make your braids last for hours, I find that applying Garnier Fructis Style Mega Full Thickening Lotion before braiding does wonders. It adds additional fullness and stability, so your low pigtail braids will be safe and full.
This hairstyle actually makes me feel stylish and polished without being too much. It’s especially great for summer camp or any outdoor event where you want to look cute but stay comfortable. You can also throw in a bandana or scrunchie for some color.
One thing I’ve learned is that neatness counts. It is the upkeep of clean lines with symmetrical braids that makes the style look neat. Once you master that, you’re golden.
Messy Top Bun with Loose Strands
On very hot days, a messy bun is a complete lifesaver. One thing I’ve learned is that neatness counts. Keeping the parts sharp and the braids symmetrical is key. Once you master that, you’re golden. This look is laid back, stylish. The loose wisps around the face give this style a hint of romance while keeping most of your hair in place.
OUAI Texturizing Hair Spray can be used to tame your hair before you place it in a messy bun if your hair is wild. It gives the required hold but leaves your hair soft and manageable.
To me, this is the fastest and easiest look when I’m in a time crunch. It doesn’t matter whether you’re running a quick errand or going to the beach, without too much notice, it’s practical and pretty. It’s also fantastic as it gives that effortless, stylish look that goes well with sundresses and jogger pants.
Here’s a tip: Grab a handful of wispy hair close to your cheeks and give them a touch of curl. It gives the bun a hint of purposeful style that doesn’t look overdone.
Braided Half-Up with Beach Waves
This half-up braided style with beachy waves is complete perfection with long hair. It recreates that effortless beachside feel without compromising the look on purpose and well put together. A thin braid starting at the hairline extends the hair’s texture and charm, while retaining an air of unshowy elegance.
I use the Bed Head Wave Artist Deep Waver to make the waves. It’s the go-to tool to get that effortless knotted look that defines a day at the beach.
I can’t help but feel I’d look amazing in a maxi dress and an ice cream outing with this look. It’s the perfect blend of feminine details and casual style, just what you need when you want to look cute and comfy this summer.
One thing to keep in mind: don’t overdo the waves. Go for that relaxed, beach look rather than a fake, salon finish. A little texturizing spray goes a long way!
Playful Double Braids with Soft Tendrils
Soft braids that frame your face and an easy-going ponytail create a classic summer look. It’s the perfect combination of easy-going charm and fun style, perfect for days when you want your hair up but don’t want to give up on carefree looks. With the braids, you add a feminine touch without worrying about your hair getting in the way of enjoying summer – ideal for those warm and laid-back afternoons.
To maintain the shine and smoothen out your braids from frizz, then I would recommend the John Frieda Frizz Ease Extra Strength Serum. It’s a mild formula that can help to tuck flyaways while not adding more weight to your hair.
I’m really attracted to the way this style combines playful easiness with a hint of elegance. You can wear this style with ease to a casual meet-up or by the beach for a bonfire. It’s about letting those tendrils hang loose a little bit, so you’ll get that cute, love-struck look that’s trending for summer 2025.
The best thing is it’s adaptable, whether your hair is long or short. Whether you have medium length or long hair, this style goes with everything from sundresses to basic tank tops.
Double Buns with Cascading Waves
If you’re feeling like reviving ‘90s style, try this double bun look for summer. It’s carefree, flirty and has a cool, naughty, off-center charm. This hairstyle combines the realism of the double buns on top of the head with the easefulness of relaxed, ocean styled waves down the length of hair.
For your waves to hold and your hair to remain voluminous, I suggest using Not Your Mother’s Beach Babe Soft Waves Sea Salt Spray. It produces a casual, natural wave that is perfect for any day time relaxation activity.
This easy look is one of my favorites, and it has become so quickly. It’s the right style to instantly make you feel that celebrity freshness — even when you are running errands. What is more, flowing waves add an extra touch of sophistication, accentuating whimsy of the buns.
Another option that will help raise the look is bold hair clips or delicate hoops. It provides a touch of elegance to match the easy laid back appearance.
Modern Space Buns with Gold Accents
Ready to amp up the cute factor? Nicely restyling your hair in half-up, half-down space buns and accenting these buns with gold clips will give a modern twist to the traditional bun hairstyle. It’s cute, quirky, and totally Instagrammable. With the buns secured at the top, and the rest of the hair remaining smooth, the look is set for any glam hair accessory to take the spotlight.
Add shine and control to your hair with the Tresemmé Keratin Smooth Shine Serum. It does wonders for sleek and polished strands.
What’s best about this look is that it seamlessly combines fun summer hairstyles with a hint of edgy flair. Such gold clips will give this style a fashionable appeal fit for summer festivals or a celebration night time occasion. To be honest, it’s a look that is as fun to wear as it is to create.
Want to keep the look fresh throughout the day? Take off the buns, allow the waves to relax, and you will immediately increase your volume for the summer 2025 look.
Sleek Platinum Blonde Layers
If you want to make a statement this season, try icy, platinum blonde layers. This style is sleek, sophisticated, and absolutely eye-catching. A clean center part, layers that fall as silk, this offers effortless, sophisticated chicness.
To make my platinum strands look as good as when I got them, I regularly use the Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector. It’s necessary if you wish to prevent split ends and the appearance of salon hair.
Such a look says a lot without saying anything at all, and there’s an undeniable strength to it. It is perfect for both evening strolls and casual weekend brunches – just style it the way you like. It’s a fact: an icy blonde and tanned skin is a summer 2025 look to die for.
Thinking of trying this? Be prepared for a little extra maintenance. Do regular touch ups to stop root regrowth, and use a purple shampoo to neutralize any undesired yellowing.
Soft Half-Up with Subtle Waves
This soft half-up, with tiny waves, is just perfect for summer as an easily romantic and sweet hairstyle. This look does its best when the suns glow is in its flattering stage at those late afternoons. By lifting the top layer delicately, you receive a fullness boost and observe the rest of your hair flow in gentle, flowing waves.
If you want soft, seamless waves, my favorite is the Hot Tools Professional 24K Gold Curling Iron. It guarantees your waves will look great and keeps your hair from overheating.
This style feels like a breath of fresh air. This is an easy and romantic look for whereas you can enjoy the sunset walk by the water, summer walk out, so on. The best part? No matter what length and thickness of your hair is, middy will help you to customize your look easily, changing the length and volume of the hair.
Need to dress it up? Turn up the summery factor with a floral clip or by adding a pearl pin to your outfit. Make it easy and let your waves shine in the look.
High Ponytail with Floral Accessory
The classic high ponytail becomes a chic look with the use of a fine floral scrunchie. She keeps her hair tied into a tight knot at the crown, the sleekness is enhanced by subtle florals accessory to add to graceful whimsy. Perfect for nights on the town, formal summer affairs, or just the beach, this style keeps your appearance put together while keeping your hair out of your face.
You can get a chic, neat ponytail by spraying Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Humidity Hairspray on. Shine Anti-Humidity Hairspray. It leaves your hair smooth and shiny, and this is particularly useful on those days when the sun is burning hot.
This ‘90s hairstyle looks current with a modern twist. This scrunchie delicately adds to the style in a cute small-floral way, so everything is in balance. Not to mention, it immediately adds personality to a plain ponytail, making it look more put-together.
Feeling bold? Accessories should add flare and style, so do away with the floral scrunchie in favour of a silk scarf or even a jewelled clip. That’s a fast way to change the mood of your hairstyle without having to do a complete redo.
Soft Bob with Natural Waves
It is difficult to resist the effortless chic of a gently messy bob. This style captures summer 2025 vibe bringing together easygoing and put-together. The texture of this bob is made possible thanks to the waves which give it a relaxed and natural look effortlessly. Perfect for those who have shorter locks but still want laid back, summery feeling.
To get that effortless wave, try the Bed Head Wave Artist Deep Waver. With this fast and fuss-free way, the cool, relaxed vibe is a piece of cake.
It’s the type of hairdo that can easily transition from weekdays to weekends without additional maintenance. All you have to do is give it a quick spritz of texturizing spray and shake it up and you will be good to go. The easy combination of charm and elegance is the go-to option for brunch or rooftop parties.
Want to add a bit more edge? Just pull one side of your hair back behind your ear and add a bold earring. It immediately adds a bit of class to your hairdo.
Simple Clips with Loose Curls
Want an easy hair style for summer? A styling combo is made by combining two oversized clips and loose, effortless curls. It’s a fun, breezy hairstyle that keeps your hair out of your face, but still makes you look put together. The flashes of bright yellow clips add a fiesta of colour to make sure that this hairstyle does stand out.
If you desire those easy, bouncy curls, the Conair Double Ceramic Curling Wand is a good choice. You don’t have to break the bank to get great results, and it heats up quickly for effortless summer curls.
This style fits perfectly into a relaxed / laid-back atmosphere — great for the sort of outfit you bring together before hanging out with friends or heading out into the park for a sunny day. It’s simple, cute, and totally on-trend for summer 2025.
Want to mix it up? Think of substituting the clips for classy barrettes with pearls or rhinestones for a total glam effect appropriate for night outs.
Curly Bob with Defined Ringlets
Curly hair lovers, this one’s for you. This full-bodied bob is a fantastic base for natural curls and will keep your look light and effortless for summer 2025. The curls are formed softly and divided into the middle giving the look a contemporary; almost Parisian finish.
Cantu Coconut Curling Cream is perfect for frizz prevention and bounce in curls. It is enhancing curls while maintaining the product feel light, perfect for maintaining an airy texture.
This hairdo really brings the feeling of being light and young to me. Ideal for everyday use and a night on the town, this hairstyle does the job. Such cute curls, you need nothing more, just put on some lip gloss and you’re ready to go.
Want to make it more playful? You can give it a little personality by clipping one side back with a bright, attention-grabbing clip.
Vintage-Inspired Blonde Waves
Timeless, classic, and absolutely glamorous, these vintage waves bring the essence of Old Hollywood back, with a summery 2025-flavour! Twirling in gentle, fragile S-curls which outline the face, this image conveys an atmosphere of small scale glamour and sophistication.
The Kenra Platinum Silkening Gloss is a life saver if you want to liven up your waves with a brilliant shine finish. It gives a bright, shiny shine while not making the hair oily.
It’s perfect for events when you need to add some style to your look – going to a dinner, attending a wedding event, or just hanging out with friends. It’s a timeless style that never goes out of style.
Feeling daring? Lips up! Create to the vintage taste with a luscious red lip to seal the deal. Go for a subtle, understated lip look, so as to make it appropriate for casual day activity.
Edgy Platinum Pixie with Volume
A punky platinum pixie cut for maximum volume and messy texture is exactly what you need to make a statement this summer. Its primary selling point is its ability to bring together a laid-back rock-and-roll vibe and a cute and easygoing look. A textured cut that is short gets that effortless, slightly messy look that is like waking up naturally chic.
To get a more refreshed and textured finish, use the TIGI Bed Head Manipulator product. You’ll get plenty of lift and definition, but you’ll still be able to achieve that effortless, tousled look.
I like this look mostly because it does not require a lot of effort. Perfect for hot summer afternoons when you don’t want to style much. To be completely honest, the platinum really makes the look— it’s like the color is an accessory that never goes out of style.
Want to make it pop even more? Add some hair glitter or a bright clip to make it look festival.
Scrunchie Half-Up Top Knot
There’s nothing more quintessentially summer than a scrunchie. This half-up top knot is easy, beautiful, and on trend for the summer of 2025. When you pulled the hair back into a loose, elevated bun with a pastel scrunchie you were achieving this summer camp retro look of the ‘90s.
To boost the waves and give them a bit of hold, use the OGX Moroccan Sea Salt Spray. It gives your hair a coastal feel while maintaining its softness and natural feel.
It’s ideal for those times when you need to pull your hair together, but without losing that easygoing, casual vibe. Not to mention, scrunchie adds a personal touch to your look, so it appears more well-put-together.
If you want to make this look go seamlessly from day to night, feel free to switch scrunchie for silk ribbon or velvet bow.
Beaded Long Waves
Adding bright beads to your loose wavy hair will spice up your summer 2025 hairstyle. With the hair left down, it includes colorful beads which create visual appeal, giving the piece of work a sense of purpose. When wearing the beads randomly, the hairstyle radiates a light, boho vibe that will look good at a summer festival or day at the beach.
To get those easy, soft waves, I would suggest trying Not Your Mother’s Beach Babe Texturizing Spray. The grip it forms holds the beads preventing them from falling out easily.
It’s refreshing in its unpredictability, but has that easy appeal that makes it feel right for everyday. The beads add an interesting summery touch while the waves mean it is comfortable and down-to-earth.
Want to go all out? Give it some personality by using differently colored beads or shells in the style. A style like this will definitely turn heads.
Slicked-Back Curls with a Bold Statement
The slicked back look maintains the body of curly hair, making for a statement-making, high fashion look that’s surprisingly easy to wear. Tight curls stay in place, accompanied by a sleekly styled crown that gives an arresting modern touch that contrasts wildness with a polished finish.
Get long-lasting slickness with Eco Styler Olive Oil Gel to keep this look. It provides great hold without flaking or feeling crunchy.
It has a chic effect without much effort. It oozes edginess, it is boldly striking, and it is perfect for a summer evening event. You can have your natural wave pattern but add some architectural styling to your hair.
Lighten up the boldness with a statement piece; a jeweled clip or a metallic band would do. It’s an easy way to add a bolder, more refined touch to your style.
Glamorous Half-Up Waves with Gold Clips
Go for a little bit of luxury by half-up hair with waves and sleek gold clip accents. The hair is softly curled and drawn to the head in the crown with gold clips adding some touch of luxury as well.
If you want your waves to remain shiny and smooth, I recommend the CHI Silk Infusion Serum. It tames flyaways and adds a radiant, healthy look to your hair style.
Perfect for weddings, social get togethers, or formal events where you can try something and look a bit more put together. And the best part? The good news is that you can achieve this look in your home with just a curling wand and a few clips.
Keep your waves throughout the day by light-spraying the style with TRESemmé Compressed Micro Mist Hairspray. You will keep a safe appearance without having your hair heavy and stiff.
