3 Summer Hair Trends

Key Takeaways:

  • Microlights create natural-looking brightness and dimension.
  • Ghost roots offer an edgier look where your roots are celebrated.
  • The butterfly shag is the latest layered hairstyle trend.
  • A professional consultation will help you choose the right trend for you.

Looking For A Great New Hairstyle or Colour? Check Out These Summer Hair Trends!

Summer is the perfect time to refresh your look with a new hairstyle or colour technique. This year's biggest trends focus on effortless beauty, soft dimension and low-maintenance styling that works beautifully throughout the warmer months.

The stylists at Leah Durrant in Chertsey are already seeing clients embrace some of the season's most exciting new looks. From beautifully blended colour to modern layered cuts, these trends are perfect for anyone wanting to update their style.

If you're considering a major colour change or complete restyle, we recommend booking a consultation with one of our experienced stylists. We'll help you choose a look that complements your features, lifestyle and hair type.

Call 01932 563 390 or book online to arrange your appointment.

3 summer hair trends at Leah Durrant Hairdressers in Chertsey

Trend 1: Ghost Roots

Not for the faint-hearted, ghost roots actually celebrate your roots rather than covering them up!

This edgy hair-colour trend makes sure your regrowth is intentionally visible.  You could even lighten, darken or add a striking contrasting colour to your roots to make them stand out more!

In our example above, we've gone for more subtlety with a slight red hue to the roots, growing out into beautiful brunette ends.  

Trend 2: Microlights

Subtle, sophisticated and incredibly natural-looking, microlights are one of the biggest colour trends of the season.

Unlike traditional highlights, microlights use ultra-fine sections of hair to create delicate ribbons of colour throughout the hair. The result is soft dimension, beautiful shine and a sun-kissed effect that looks incredibly natural.

Microlights work particularly well for clients who want:

A brighter appearance without dramatic contrast
More dimension and movement
A natural, expensive-looking finish
A softer grow-out process

Whether you're blonde, brunette or somewhere in between, microlights can be tailored to suit your individual colour goals.

Trend 3: The Butterfly Shag Haircut

The butterfly shag is one of the most requested haircuts this summer. Combining the softness of face-framing layers with the texture and movement of a shag cut, this style creates volume and shape while remaining versatile and wearable.

The haircut features shorter layers around the face and crown, with longer layers through the length to maintain movement and styling flexibility.

Whether worn sleek, textured or softly waved, the butterfly shag delivers a contemporary look that's perfect for summer.