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The GLAMOUR Guide to summer 2014’s hair trends

24 June 2014

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Start planning your summer makeover now - with some help from the GLAMOUR.com guide to SS14's biggest hair trends.

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Low Ponytail
Banish bad hair days by mastering the fashion ponytail for SS14. Super slick and secured low at the nape of the neck, finish with a spritz of high gloss hairspray for a chic look.
As seen at: Altuzarra
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As seen at: Lanvin
Product Tip: Revamp your hair care routine for hair that looks as soft as it feels. We love Matrix Biolage Hydratherapie Hydrating Shampoo, £9.50, Conditioner, £10.25 and Colour Care Shine Shake, £11.25, www.lookfantastic.com
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As seen at: Jason Wu
Product Tip: Remove coppery tones from ice blonde hair using Aveda Blue Malva Shampoo, £27 for 1l, www.aveda.co.uk
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As seen at: Altuzarra
Our hair expert Errol Douglas MBE says: "The low pony has been a show and catwalk staple and this incarnation loses the extreme sleek finish in favour of a softer look with youthful wispy strands. Tip: gently move the pony from left to right before securing at the nape, it’ll loosen to create the soft frame without losing the shape."

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As seen at: Derek Lam
Product Tip: The absolute best choice for damaged locks is Kérastase Resistance Bain de Force, £15.90 and Ciment Anti-Usure, £18.90, www.lookfantastic.com
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As seen at: Jason Wu
Keep a hairband or two (and maybe a hair accessory or two) at work for hair emergencies; the low ponytail is the perfect caught-in-a-rain-shower fall-back style.
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Mermaid Waves
Good news for lazy girls; spring's biggest trend is laid-back, fuss-free mermaid waves. The more randomly placed and tousled the better! Channel Daryl Hannah in Splash and create easy-peasy texture by plaiting damp hair before bed.
As seen at: Versace
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As seen at: Diane von Furstenberg
Our hair expert Errol Douglas MBE says: "This is a soft face-framing wave that shouts casual chic with just the right amount of polish. Tip: Don’t over apply product or overuse the heated styler – it’ll look too “done”. Use a straightener to curl, by wrapping it round, once that builds in shine it will give that playful young finish (My Treat & Style has a keratin capsule built in system)."

GoRunway
As seen at: Calvin Klein Collection
Product Tip: Keep long locks in perfect condition using our absolute favourite brush; Aveda’s Wooden Paddle Brush, £19, www.aveda.co.uk
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As seen at: Christopher Kane
Want some expert advice on how to create this style? Headmasters have included this trend in their spring/summer blow dry masterclass, available from January 2014.
InDigital
As seen at: Topshop Unique
Add a few finger curls around the temple to give your look a fashion forward twist.
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As seen at: Diane von Furstenberg
Create loose waves like these by creating two large braids (one on each side) before bed.

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As seen at: Calvin Klein Collection
Product Tip: Add an instant healthy shine and soft touch to your waves with Kérastase Elixir Ultime Moringa Immortel, £34.50, www.lookfantastic.com
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As seen at: Christopher Kane
Keep waves random and tousled for a care-free feel. This is a great look on ombre hair, too.
GoRunway
As seen at: Alexander Wang
Centre-part hair and wear tucked behind your ears for a model-off-duty vibe.
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As seen at: Alexander Wang
Product Tip: Make sure your hair looks and feels great with one of Aussie's Miracle Recharge leave-in conditioners. We love Frizz Remedy Lightweight Conditioning Spray, £4.49, available nationwide

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Long & straight
Achieve spring/summer '14's long and straight looks by blow-drying locks rather than straightening hair. Always opt for a centre parting for that model off-duty vibe.
As seen at: Burberry Prorsum
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As seen at: Burberry Prorsum
Our hair expert Errol Douglas MBE says: "Simple but oh so feminine – the wispy finish ensures no harshness for any face shape or complexion. Tip: hair condition is very visible in a simple style like this, invest in regular intensive treatment masks."
Indigital
As seen at: Christopher Kane
This sunny blonde hair hue is perfect for spring/summer.
InDigital
As seen at: Chloe
Product Tip: Finish your super-straight style with a spritz of Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine, £19.45, www.moroccanoil.com

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As seen at: Burberry Prorsum
Product Tip: Keep long locks in order with a brilliant Tangle Teezer (we never leave home without one), £10.20, www.tangleteezer.com
InDigital
As seen at: Chloe
Product Tip: Give hair a health kick and shine boost with Catwalk by TIGI Oatmeal & Honey Nourishing Shampoo, £11.25, Conditioner, £12.50 and Deep Nourishing Mask, £14.95, www.catwalkbytigi.com
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Bobs
The biggest haircut of 2013, the bob, is set to take 2014 by storm. Spotted on runways across the four fashion capitals for spring/summer '14, this season's bobs come in all shapes and sizes, from slick and smooth to choppy and textured.
As seen at: Altuzarra
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As seen at: Balmain
Product Tip: Ensure your hair is full, thick and strong by using Bumble and Bumble Thickening Serum overnight, £22.50, www.bumbleandbumble.co.uk

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As seen at: Marc Jacobs
Be bold and brave and opt for a cropped fringe to be on trend for SS14.
GoRunway
As seen at: Jason Wu
Product Tip: Keep your wet bob looking super-slick with a little help from Toni & Guy Extreme Hold Hairspray, £2.90, www.boots.com
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As seen at: Burberry Prorsum
Sam Rolinson's chin skimming bob was the talk of SS14 fashion week. We fully endorse playing copycat.
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As seen at: Jason Wu
Book in regular trims to keep your blunt cut bob looking sharp.

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As seen at: Calvin Klein Collection
Product Tip: For added volume and thickness try Bumble & Bumble Dryspun Finish, £21.50, www.bumbleandbumble.com
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As seen at: Derek Lam
Product Tip: Our must-have before styling hair? We rely on ghd heat protection spray, £9.95, www.ghdhair.com
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As seen at: Burberry Prorsum
Our hair expert Errol Douglas MBE says: "Tip: Essentially this is all in the cut. After that, keep product to a minimum and build in the body and shine with a rough dry that is speedy and locks in moisture."
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Short Cuts
Forget long, flowing locks for SS14; why not mix it up with a fashion-forward short crop? Try a side-swept long pixie cut, a punk-inspired undercut or a barely-there close crop.
As seen at: Burberry Prorsum

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As seen at: Marc by Marc Jacobs
If you're planning on going for a retro 'do, why not go the whole hog and team it with blue eyeshadow?
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As seen at: Derek Lam
Can't decide on a hairstyle? Go for the no-hair-hair-trend. We love this look.
Rex
As seen at: Chanel
The perfect pixie crop will never go out of style.
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The Shag
BFA Model of the Year 2013 Edie Campbell's Shag is iconic enough to start a trend. Are you brave enough?
As seen at: Calvin Klein Collection

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Side slicked up-dos
To the right, to the right; this season's side-swept up-do opts for a deep side parting starting at the left temple and sweeping across to the right ear. Either choose a super-slick wet-look up-do or leave a few strands loose for a softer look.
As seen at: Christian Dior
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As seen at: Stella McCartney
Not feeling brave enough for a super slick finish? This softer, side swept style is very pretty.
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As seen at: Lanvin
Keep ice blonde locks icy with Bleach Silver Shampoo, £5, and then get playful with your colour with a temporary product like Bleach The Big Pink, £5, both available at www.boots.com
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As seen at: Christian Dior
Our hair expert Errol Douglas MBE says: "On the right face shape (oval) and a personality ready to rock it, I love this current take on gamine! Tip: Add a hydrating product to wet hair and mix with a medium hold gel, the two will ensure hold without that crispiness."

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Mid-length cuts
Growing out a bob or just fancy a change from super long lengths? Try one of these easy-to-maintain mid-length cuts. They require minimal styling and also work in most up-dos, too.
As seen at: Diane von Furstenberg
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As seen at: Ralph Lauren
Product Tip: Tame wayward locks and control frizz and static with Moroccanoil Frizz Control, £19.45, www.moroccanoil.com
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As seen at: Diane von Furstenberg
Use large velcro rollers to create soft waves and extra volume.
InDigital
Accessorise
SS14 is the season to get creative with your hair accessories. From floral garlands (we're planning our festival looks already) to pretty headbands and scarves, make a bad hair day into a good one by adding something special.
As seen at: Dolce & Gabbana

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As seen at: Valentino
Dig out an old Alice band and bring the look up to date by wearing with a centre parted ponytail.
GoRunway
As seen at: Derek Lam
Product Tip: Keep long, styled hair in good condition by treating weekly with Moroccanoil Treatment, from £13.45, www.moroccanoil.com
InDigital
As seen at: Dolce & Gabbana
This braided up-do will work at garden parties, festivals and weddings. Start practising now.
InDigital
As seen at: Dolce & Gabbana
A crown of coins will add instant glamour. Does anyone happen to have one lying around?

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Side swept down-dos
As seen at: Dries Van Noten
Product Tip: Remove coppery tones from ice blonde hair using Aveda Blue Malva Shampoo, £27 for 1l, www.aveda.co.uk
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As seen at: Dries Van Noten
Thought rich auburn hair hues only worked for autumn/winter? Think again.
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Up-dos
Spring's up-dos are ultra relaxed, with strands left loose for a soft, feminine feel and volume at the roots to frame the face.
As seen at: Erdem
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As seen at: Giambattista Valli
Our hair expert Errol Douglas MBE says: "Messy with texture shouts youth and no effort – love it! Tip: add a little soft hold hairspray to the hair while wet and rough dry – it’ll build in hold and texture, ready for scraping up when dry to deliver that wavy surface to the crown."

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As seen at: Erdem
Product Tip: Give over-styled hair a boost by switching to Ojon Dry Recovery Hydrating Shampoo, £18, for stockists call 0870 034 2454
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As seen at: Giambattista Valli
Add some boost at your roots for a laid back look.
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Fringes
Make a statement with your fringe this year - whether it's with Fendi's bowl cut full flavour fringe or Marc Jacobs' bleached cropped style. If you prefer a softer cut, a long fringe worn parted is a great way to frame your face.
As seen at: Fendi
InDigital
As seen at: Marc Jacobs
Dare to be different with this cool Marc Jacobs crop.

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As seen at: Christopher Kane
Piecey centre-parted bangs are a really flattering look for most face shapes.
InDigital
As seen at: Fendi
The surprise hit of the season; the bowl cut fringe is great if you're blessed with thick, voluminous hair.
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Braidy Bunch
One of our absolute favourite styles of SS14, the side swept, flyaway braid will look great on absolutely everyone.
As seen at: Giles
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As seen at: Giles
Product Tip: Enhance warm tones using Aveda Clove Shampoo, £27 for 1l and Color Conditioner, £20 for 250ml, www.aveda.co.uk

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As seen at: Giles
This look is great for day three or four after washing hair. Add a little dry shampoo to the roots and gently back-comb for a bedhead finish.
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Spiffing Quiffs
Never shy and always high; the quiff is back for SS14. This season's offerings are side-swept and textured - add waves and curls for maximum impact.
As seen at: Giorgio Armani
InDigital
As seen at: Emilio Pucci
Product Tip: Give your hair a spring makeover with TIGI Hair Reborn Restorative Illuminioil, £17.95, www.tigihairreborn.com
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As seen at: Giorgio Armani
Let the odd curl fall loose from your swept back quiff for a retro glam look.

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Wet look
This season's wet look styles are actually wearable. Yes, seriously! Dip your toe in the trend by adding a high shine serum to locks before styling, or go all-out with a slicked back finish.
As seen at: Marc by Marc Jacobs
InDigital
As seen at: Gucci
This rock 'n' roll slicked-back look is not for the faint-hearted. It's great for spring showers though.
GoRunway
As seen at: Jason Wu
This centre-parted wet-look style is perfect for hot holidays away, to stay looking and feeling cool.
InDigital
As seen at: Gucci
Product Tip: Add extra shine with a spritz of Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine, £19.45, www.moroccanoil.com

InDigital
As seen at: Gucci
Product Tip: Get the wet look and give hair a health boost with TIGI Hair Reborn Restorative Illuminioil, £17.95, www.tigihairreborn.com

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