Half-up, half-down hairstyles fight frizz without having to saturate hair with product. Keep the look fresh by tweaking the part and experimenting with volume. Take inspiration from this half updo which swoops side-parted hair into a retro style with a bit of volume. It earns major style points, plus it's formal enough for work.
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Ballerina Bun
A ballerina bun is an office-appropriate summer hairstyle that won't let you down. The gravity-defying, twisted nature of top knots can sometimes be too casual in an office but not the ballerina bun. Keep it chic by avoiding hair-nets of any kind and by smoothing down errant baby hairs. Pro tip: Run an old toothbrush that has been misted with a bit of hairspray over front layers for a sleek finish.
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Leave It Loose
Keep strands off your hot neck by parting hair down the center and gathering the ends into a loose twist. Gently encourage shorter pieces to come out so they can frame the face. Pair the hairstyle with a collared shirt and possibly a statement necklace and you've mastered summer work style.
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Brushed Back
Whether hair is long, short or in a lob, a brushed-back hairstyle is a great summer work option because it's easy and appropriate. The key is getting the finish right. Leave gel off and use a non-crispy hairspray to keep strands in place. Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Strong, $24, is a weightless, non-flaky formula that doesn't leave behind a sticky residue. It also repels humidity and fights frizz.
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Protective Style
Even if you're not at the beach, the warm weather can dry out hair and leave it prone to frizz. A protective hairstyle will provide a cooler finish than a blanket of hair. Part tresses in the center and braid a few thick cornrows on either side. If hair is long, twist the ends into a low bun for optimal neck coolness.
