A new season calls for a fresh hair color. With sunnier days ahead and salons reopening, it's the perfect time to explore the top hair trends for spring/summer 2021. Will it be long or short, light or dark? Wella Professionals ambassador Francis Schroembges shares his expert advice.
What's the dominant hair trend for the season? No look is off-limits, but your color palette, cut, and styling accents should feel like a cozy summer embrace. Celebrating individuality is key. Your color and cut frame your face, so personalized salon consultations—tailored to skin tone, eye color, and hair quality—are essential.
Which colors will dominate spring/summer?
Warm weather calls for vibrant, sun-kissed shades. Expect cool brown bases with peachy highlights, sandy beige foundations blended with honey blondes, or ice blondes softened by cool beige tones. Balayage stays popular, but the new smoky trend—transitioning from light to dark like a smoky eye—delivers a rich, multidimensional effect.
The expanded Wella Professionals Koleston ME+ line, with new cool shades, is ideal for these looks. Get creative with a bold streak or pastel hues. Not ready for permanent color? Try Wella Professionals Color Touch in rosé blond. For at-home fun, Color Fresh Mask offers temporary pink, rosé, or mint tones on blondes—or a daring strand accent.
Short cuts or long locks this season?
Hair becomes your ultimate summer accessory: extra short, extra long, extra layered, extra shaggy—go bold. Bangs might hit just right or feel a touch too short, paired with voluminous layers. With salons back, experiment freely. Many with short styles are growing out, while others make dramatic changes. Your stylist's guidance, missed during lockdowns, is invaluable.
How to care for hair in summer?
Protect with Invigo Sun UV Hair Color Protection Spray. Post-beach, treat hair like skin: use Invigo Sun shampoo and conditioner to remove sand and salt. Follow with a moisturizing mask and nourishing serum. Color-fading masks revive vibrancy. Prioritize healthy, natural texture for stunning results.
