7 Easy Summer Styles for Short, Straight Hair, According to a Celeb Hairstylist originally appeared on Parade.
Summer is the perfect time to switch things up—and your hair is the easiest place to start. If you’ve got short, straight hair, you already have a head start on a cool, low-fuss look. But that doesn’t mean your style has to be basic. With just a few tweaks, you can go from everyday to effortlessly polished, and all without spending hours in front of the mirror.
For women 50 and up, the best styles hit that sweet spot between ease and elegance, tackling common hair concerns like thinning or texture shifts with smart and flattering solutions. The right cut or styling trick can add volume or soften angles, depending on what you need. And whether you’re heading to a backyard BBQ, a weekend getaway or just want to feel put-together on a hot day, the right cut or styling trick can make all the difference.
We tapped celebrity hairstylists to find out which summer looks really work—and how to pull them off with ease. Read on for seven easy, stylist-approved ways to give your short, straight hair a summer glow-up.
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7 Easy Summer Styles for Short, Straight Hair, According to a Celeb Hairstylist
1. Relaxed Blunt Bob
The relaxed blunt bob is easygoing but never boring, making it perfect for summer’s laid-back vibe. “It’s low-maintenance, keeps you cool, and works beautifully with your natural texture,” says Joey Scandizzo, Celebrity Hairstylist and Co-Creative Director of ELEVEN Australia. This blunt, just-below-the-jaw cut flatters the face while giving the illusion of fuller, healthier hair—a major win for women over 50. Air-dry it for an undone, beachy finish, then boost texture with a spray like the ELEVEN Australia I Want Body Texture Spray. Finish with a soft-hold hairspray to add shape without stiffness, keeping things touchable and effortless.
2. Chin-Length Bob
Structured but sleek, the chin-length bob with a slicked-back or flipped-out finish is Scandizzo’s pick for hot, humid days. “It’s great between wash days and perfect for keeping hair off the neck,” he explains. This style’s polished shape resists frizz and enhances facial structure, making it especially flattering for mature faces. After smoothing with Amika Mini Frizz-Me-Not Hydrating Anti-Frizz Treatment, use a flat iron to flip the ends and add shine with your go-to hair oil or gloss-enhancing spray, creating the ultimate, elegant finish.
3. ’90s Blowout
A little throwback, a lot of volume—the ’90s blowout is back and better than ever. “It’s voluminous, soft and really flattering on short hair,” says Scandizzo. Plus, the extra lift at the roots can help counteract thinning, and the face-framing shape adds softness and movement. Use a lightweight leave-in to prep the hair, then blow-dry with a round brush for fullness. A volumizing foam or spray at the crown adds structure, while a light mist of hairspray keeps everything bouncy without feeling stiff or heavy.
4. Pixie With Micro Fringe
This cropped cut with a baby fringe is cool, bold and totally summer-proof. “It’s low-fuss and great for showing off cheekbones or strong brows,” says Scandizzo. The short length helps beat the heat, and the fringe brings attention to the eyes—especially flattering for women 50+ looking for something fresh. Add dry texture spray or Bumble and bumble
Sumoclay Matte Texture Clay to shape and define the style. A quick mist of light-hold hairspray will keep it looking intentional all day, even in warm weather.
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5. Pinned-Back Waves
If you want your face to shine (literally), this pinned-back style is for you. “It’s great for hot days and gives your face and skin room to breathe,” says Scandizzo. Starting with soft waves, just pin the front sections back to open up the face and add a bit of lift at the crown. It’s an easy look to create whether you air-dry or blow-dry, and the teased volume helps hair look fuller. A light mist of texturizer gives grip and hold, while a finishing spray helps control flyaways and adds subtle shine.
6. French Bob
The French bob is effortlessly cool with its slightly tousled, undone edge. “It’s short enough to keep you cool but still really stylish,” says Scandizzo. The cut works well with straight hair and embraces a bit of texture, so it holds up even on humid days. Plus, it dries quickly and requires minimal styling, which of course is ideal for summer. Add a smoothing serum like Color WOW Pop + Lock Frizz Control or balm to tame unruly frizz and keep the overall finish soft and natural. It’s quick, flattering and timeless.
7. Side-Parted Pixie
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A clean side-parted pixie is sharp, cool and incredibly practical for summer. “It keeps the hair off your neck and still feels put-together,” Scandizzo says. The strong part and clean shape work well on straight hair and create subtle lift around the face—great for mature women ho want a style with structure. Use a bit of Eleven Australia Slick Hold Styling Pomade to define the part and keep everything in place, then finish with a flexible hairspray for soft, all-day hold that stands up to summer heat.
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7 Easy Summer Styles for Short, Straight Hair, According to a Celeb Hairstylist first appeared on Parade on Jul 22, 2025
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