From braided updos to textured topknots, these celebrity tresses are perfect for carefree days and sizzling nights
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Dianna Agron
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Pinning braids up for a milkmaid effect is practical for summer, but it's also a great way to give dressy outfits a youthful vibe. For a textured appearance and more grip when braiding, apply a dry shampoo beforehand.
Side-twists and long locks are whimsical and romantic.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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A high-placed topknot goes well with bangs and bold patterns.
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Evan Rachel Wood
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An elastic headband is useful but chic, as the Louis Vuitton spring 2012 show proved. Take the trend from day to night with a black version of the accessory.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Beach waves win for most popular. For a curlier, less tousled iteration of the look, wrap two-inch sections of hair around a curling rod and mist with a lightweight hairspray.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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When worn loose and matte, beach waves have an edgier appearance; go for the unexpected by adding a fishtail braid.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Update classic side-swept curls for summer by imparting volume and roughed-up texture.
Instead of doing a traditional ballerina bun, go for volume; height at the crown and a bigger, slightly mussed bun is fun-loving and flattering.
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Diane Kruger
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Fuss-free ponytails and summer go hand in hand. Make the look glamorous by sweeping hair straight back and adding statement earrings and trendy winged eyeliner.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Instead of doing a ubiquitous side-braid, weave hair into a low back-braid; if it happens to fall over your shoulder, it will be spontaneously sexy.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Thanks to Mad Men, 1960s-inspired hairstyles continue their reign. But sometimes less teasing is more, as Alba's pint-sized bouffant proves.
Even if it doesn't come with a bow on top, knotted head scarves are a must-wear for summer.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Getting a shorter cut can enhance your hair's natural wave and wipe out split-ends.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Simple yet sophisticated, side-parted low chignons are a no-brainer—and don't detract from bright lips and lacy florals.
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The Look: Summer Hairstyles
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Summer is the perfect excuse for curly-haired beauties to put down the flatiron and let loose. And Berry has done just that: though she says her curly new 'do is the result of extensions, she cares for it as she would her own natural waves—with Mixed Chicks products.