11 Ways to Style Your Summer Bangs

Straight-Back Braids aka 'Cornrows'

When you could care less about your hair being in your face this summer, 'cornrows' are your friends. They're the ultimate definition of effortless and can be adorned with silver or gold beads.

Who loves beach waves? We do! You can use hair rollers to achieve heatless curls or you can pin curl your hair if sleeping on rollers doesn't sound comfortable. Another pro tip: Leave your hair in braids for a few hours or when wet, and finger comb it out into a stunning heatless hairstyle.

Goddess Knotless Braids

Seen all over Instagram and TikTok, Goddess Knotless Braids are the tension-free version of traditional 'box braids.' They have a sleeker appearance and are great for summer vacation when you're definitely not going to be worried about doing your hair.

Also referred to as 'Alicia Keys' braids, this hairstyle is achieved by a braid stylist feeding the synthetic hair into your natural hair to create a seamless look. It's another style that takes the stress of doing your hair off your hands for a month.

Before you think this hairstyle is for kids, think again. It's the quickest way to get your hair out of your face in a cute, minimal way. If you don't mind, you can leave out a few wispy strands so they can frame the sides of your face.

Don't feel like paying someone to braid your hair? Try this expansive french braid for a simple heatless hairstyle. You can even interweave a cute bandana print scarf into the braid! Peep our easy three strand braid tutorial here to get started.

Box braids are a tried and true go-to summer hairstyle that can last anywhere from 4-6 weeks. They can be worn a variety of ways and are great when you don't feel like doing your hair in the morning.

If you're in the mood for something low maintenance, a messy top knot bun should be high on your list - no pun intended. You can wear it as is or you can tie a cut scarf around it for a little embellishment.

Wearing your natural afro out can be fun but if you're looking for another option, try wearing a high puff. You can buy affordable bands that allow you to gather your hair securely on top of your head - sans the damage - or you can try using an old, stretched out headband.

Two strand twists are exactly what they sound like. Depending on your preference, you can two medium-sized pieces of your hair and begin twisting them around each other. After that, you can repeat the process all over your hair until you're done and voila!

We know that slicked back buns aren't for everyone so if you're craving something that has more 'I woke up like this' energy, a high ponytail will get you there. You can add clip-ins to achieve the fullness of this hairstyle or you can spray a texturizing spray on your hair for extra volume.

The half-up/half-down hairstyle is universal and looks good on anyone. It pulls your hair away from your face, revealing your gorgeous features and acts as a natural lifting effect.

Last but not least, if you have naturally curly hair, try wearing your hair as is. Sleek hairstyles have a special place in our hearts but so do naturally curly and textured hair. You can achieve a look similar to this hairstyle by unraveling the above two strand twists and using a wide-toothed comb to fluff your roots.

If you have short hair, you can definitely get away with going heatless. All you need are small curlers or a bit of a pomade, and you can create an effortless look similar to this style.

If you're the bride or a part of your friend's bridal party, you'll love this elegant updo complete with a low floral crown. To get this look, you can start by letting your hair air dry after washing it. Next, part medium sections of your hair and begin 'curling' them around your pointer finger for a 'pin curl' effect. Secure them with a bobby pin and voila!

Watch The Trailer For "Daisy Jones & The Six"

Is "Daisy Jones & The Six" based on a true story?

While Daisy Jones & The Six isn't entirely based on a true story, it is loosely inspired by Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac.

What is "Daisy Jones & The Six" book about?

Daisy Jones & The Six revolves around Daisy, a young woman in 1960s L.A. who dreams of becoming a rock 'n' roll star. Her life changes forever when she crosses paths with Billy Dunne and his band The Six — they're great on their own, but the real secret to success might just be pairing them up together. The novel is told through modern-day interviews as the band looks back on both their career and their breakup.

Is "Daisy Jones & The Six" a prequel to "Malibu Rising"?

While the novel isn't considered a prequel, there are characters that appear in both books, like drummer Warren Rhodes and Mick Riva (who's also mentioned in The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, another Reid book).

Who's in the cast?

Daisy Jones & The Six stars Riley Keough as Daisy Jones, Sam Claflin as Billy Dunne, Suki Waterhouse as Karen Sirko, Nabiyah Be as Simone Jackson, Will Harrison as Graham Dunne, Josh Whitehouse as Eddie Roundtree, and Camila Morrone as Camila Dunne.

Where can I watch "Daisy Jones & The Six?"

You'll be able to watch the series on Amazon Prime Video.

When does the series premiere?

The first season of Daisy Jones & The Six will drop on March 3, 2023.

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"Daisy Jones & The Six": Get The Look

The characters in Daisy Jones were loosely inspired by Fleetwood Mac, so it only makes since that Hennings would pull inspiration from real rockstars like Diana Ross, Joan Jett, and The Rolling Stones when creating their signature looks. "I channeled Ali MacGraw in Love Story for Camila, Brigitte Bardot for Karen, and Stevie Nicks mainly inspired me for Daisy — her wavy hair was always blowing in the wind so I tried to stick with a soft wave for her bright red hair."

Similar to the way that we enjoy how a sleek bun makes us feel sophisticated or beachy waves help us feel relaxed, each character's hair reflects their individual personality.

"Your hair really signals how you want to be presented," Hennings says. "For example, in the beginning of the show, the characters are rockstars and we see that big, bright, long, curly hair. When they flash forward and show them later in life, I gave them more toned down hair colors like neutrals with creamier highlights to signify maturity."

Switching up your cut, color, and style is the perfect way to welcome a new season, especially when you're making the transition from winter layers to easy, breezy summer months.

"All the hairstyles you see in the show have a very natural, lightweight, bright look," Hennings says. "Rockstars don’t want to look like they spent half their morning doing their hair, similar to the summer when you want that effortless look to go out into the bright sunshine."

When it comes to figuring out what hair color works for you, there are a few different details to take into consideration. With blonde dye, for example, Hennings recommends bright platinum for warm skin-tones.

"For me, if you want to show confidence, you need to go bright with whatever color you want," Hennings says. "With [Karen's hair], we added some yellow to the color, which added warmth to her skin. For Daisy, she’s so full of confidence and doesn’t care what other people think, and I wanted that to come off strong, so we went with the bright red hair."

To get the look from your favorite characters, Amazon Prime partnered with Clairol to share the best shade matches for each of the characters:

• Daisy (Riley Keough): Natural Instincts Bold – Shade Copper.
• Simone (Nabiyah Be): Natural Instincts – Shade Dark Brown.
• Karen (Suki Waterhouse): Blonde It Up - Shade Platinum Blonde + BIU Luminous Pearl Toner (which refreshes color) and Shimmer Lights Shampoo And Conditioner (which prevents brassiness).
• Camila (Camila Morrone): Nice’ n Easy – Shade Medium Brown.

After you've nailed down the color, you'll want to make sure you add some fresh details to keep your new hair from looking outdated. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways that you can add modern touches while still channeling that old school look, starting with keeping your hair hydrated and healthy.

"The real difference between the looks from the 70s vs. now is conditioning and maintaining the health of your hair," Hennings says. Find a leave-in conditioner that you like (we love the Christophe Robin Hydrating Leave-In Cream), or try your hand at hair slugging. If you use heat products often, we recommend keeping the temp under 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

"Hair color, products, and equipment have come so far," Hennings adds. "Since I used hot rollers on almost all the female characters to get that 70s look, I made sure everyone used a heat protector, products that didn’t have a lot of alcohol in them, and the right irons and dryers. It’s the same looks – just shinier, healthier, and more balanced."

Healthier hair will both feel better and look shinier, which will make it way more fun to play with a variety of easy hairstyles. "Low ponytails were a big trend in the 70s and are great for wearing in the summer – we actually used them for the beach looks on the show!" Hennings says.

In addition to low ponies, try these styles:

70s-Inspired Hairstyles To Try This Year

Double Rope Braids

There were plenty of braided hairstyles in the 70s, and these tiny braids are an easy way to add detail to your hair.

Pre-Raphaelite Curls

Messy curls will never go out of style, and these long and voluminous picks will look great with everything from a peasant blouse to a tank top.

Messy Braid

If you want your hair back from your face and off your neck, pull it into one giant braid. To get the textured look, apply a texturizing spray or dry shampoo before braiding.

What is Materialists about?

While we haven't gotten an official synopsis on Celine Song's follow up to Past Lives, it looks like Materialists follows a professional NYC matchmaker (likely played by Dakota Johnson), via Deadline. When the matchmaker gets involved with a wealthy man, she realizes she can't shake her feelings for an actor-waiter from her past. Juicy!! It's giving a little bit of It Ends With Us, it's giving a little bit of Playing With Matches. I'm totally here for it!

According to Merriam Webster, a materialist is someone who has a "preoccupation with or stress upon material rather than intellectual or spiritual things." This feels like an indication we'll see these characters have to figure out what's important to them, and whether they prioritize material things or relationships. (But don't we all have to do that?).

Is the Materialists movie filming?

Yes, Materialists is filming in New York City as of April 2024! The first leaked videos from set (thanks to @mickmicknyc) appear to revolve around a wedding (which would make sense if Dakota's character is a matchmaker!). Based on the costumes, my guess is Chris Evans plays the actor-waiter, while Pedro Pascal plays the new man in our leading lady's life. The Vampire Diaries, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Friday Night Lights — will the love triangles never cease?!

Who's in the Materialists cast?

Materialists stars Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans. We're still waiting to hear about supporting cast! I'd also love to know whether Celine Song will pull a Greta Gerwig (who frequently recasts her beloved actors) and include Past Lives' Greta Lee in the cast.

When is Materialists coming out?

Materialists just started filming in New York City during the spring of 2024, so my guess is we'll see the movie in the summer or fall of 2025, but it all depends on when filming wraps!

Did A24 produce Past Lives?

Yes, A24 helped produce Celine Song's directorial debut Past Lives (which she also wrote). Past Lives follows childhood friends Nora and Hae Sung, reconnect two decades after Nora's family leaves South Korea. The week they spend together in New York will bring up questions they've both been holding onto — about love, life, and destiny.

The film was met with rave reviews from both critics and the Brit + Co team, and remains one of the most beautiful contemporary films in recent years.

What else has Pedro Pascal been in?

While The Last of Us catapulted Pedro Pascal even MORE into mainstream media, he's starred in a variety of shows and movies over the last 20 years! He was in an episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and played the recurring role of Oberyn Martell in Game of Thrones. Pedro Pascal joined the Star Wars universe with The Mandalorian in 2019, and was also in my personal favorite movie of 2022, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.

In addition to Materialists, we'll see him in the MCU's Fantastic Four and Gladiator 2. Talk about a packed schedule! I'd like to get his agent to schedule my entire life because that's some insanely impressive time management skills.

What has Chris Evans been in?

You probably recognize Chris Evans the most as Steve Rogers/Captain America in Marvel Studios' superhero flicks, but he's also done a number of other movies, too (including the 2005 Fantastic Four, which is funny considering Pedro Pascal is in the new installment!). Chris Evans has some great range, and is in everything from the wacky Scott Pilgrim vs. the World to the action-packed Snowpiercer to the mysterious Knives Out with Ana de Armas.

If you're a fan of romantic dramas and haven't seen Before We Go (which is also Chris' directorial debut), I totally recommend it. I've seen Chris in so many action movies that I loved how much space there is for the characters to get to know each other!

Where can I watch Dakota Johnson?

You can see Dakota Johnson in 2024's Madame Web, but you can also catch her in The Social Network, the Fifty Shades of Gray series, and two beloved YouTube videos: Dakota Johnson’s Favorite Comedian Isn’t Ellen and Inside Dakota Johnson's Serene Hollywood Home.

I also wholeheartedly recommend The Peanut Butter Falcon, which was written and directed by Outer Banks native Tyler Nilson alongside Michael Schwartz. The film follows a young man with Down syndrome who escapes an assisted living facility and becomes fast friends with a fisherman on the run as a social worker (played by Dakota) tries to track them.