What Cuts, Colours & Styles Are Trending This Summer?
Summer is the season we all want hair that feels easy, fresh and sun-ready. Think effortless texture, natural movement and colours that glow in daylight. If you’re ready to refresh your look for the warmer months, this guide shares the biggest low-maintenance summer hair trends we’re loving right now at Olive & Orchard.
The key to summer hair is choosing looks that grow out softly, enhance your natural texture and keep hair healthy between visits.
That means:
- Cuts that remove weight and add movement
- Colours that grow out seamlessly
- Styles that look even better a little tousled
Why not book a consultation and chat with our talented stylists? Book by calling 01207 237832 or book online.
Radiant Copper Balayage + 90’s Soft Layers: The Perfect Summer Pairing
If summer had a signature hair combination, this would be it. Pairing radiant copper balayage with 90’s soft layers for movement creates a look that feels warm, effortless and incredibly easy to maintain.
Radiant copper balayage is made for sunshine. This shade is beautifully reflective in natural light, rich and warm with plenty of dimension, and ideal for adding shine and glow to your hair. Balayage doesn’t just have to be about sun-kissed blondes — copper tones can look just as natural and softly blended. Because balayage is hand-painted, it grows out seamlessly, meaning fewer touch-ups and more time enjoying your colour.
When combined with 90’s soft layers, the result is a haircut and colour that work together perfectly. If your hair feels heavy, bulky or difficult to style in warm weather, soft layers can be the ultimate summer refresh.
Soft layering:
- Removes bulk without losing length
- Encourages natural movement and bounce
- Helps hair air-dry beautifully
- Makes everyday styling quicker and easier
Together, radiant copper balayage and soft layers create a look full of movement, shine and effortless summer energy — perfect for anyone who wants hair that looks good with minimal styling.
Peekaboo Blonde & Hidden Rainbow Hair: Playful But Practical
Want to try something fun without full commitment? Hidden colour is having a major moment. This trend is perfect if you want to make a statement while keeping your everyday look wearable.
Hidden hair colour sits underneath the layers of your hair, meaning:
- You see flashes of colour when hair moves
- It can be as bold or subtle as you like
- It’s easy to hide for work or events
Options we love:
- Peekaboo blonde for a soft, sunlit glow
- Hidden rainbow hair for a playful pop of colour
- It’s low-maintenance creativity — the best of both worlds.
Soft, Dimensional Blonde With Pearl Money Piece
For lovers of blonde, this is the ultimate summer refresh. Soft, dimensional blonde with a delicate pearl money piece is all about brightness and softness — blending creamy tones with face-framing lightness to enhance natural features and add that fresh, effortless glow.
The face-framing money piece:
- Brightens the complexion
- Adds instant lightness around the face
- Makes the whole colour look fresh and luminous
Worn with loose waves for an effortless summer look, it’s a style that looks just as beautiful on holiday as it does at home.
Healthy hair is always the goal, especially during the summer months. Booking regular trims helps keep split ends at bay and keeps your style looking fresh. Using nourishing treatments protects your hair from sun exposure and heat styling, while refreshing your colour with glossing appointments in between visits helps maintain shine and vibrancy. Healthy hair holds colour better, styles more easily and naturally shines brighter.
Book Your Summer Hair Makeover at Olive & Orchard Hairdressers, Durham
To book, call 01207 237832 or book your appointment online.