3 ways with festival hair this summer

Coachella is here this weekend and that can mean only one thing; festival hair envy from the A-listers lounging backstage. Whether your clients are jetting off to the California deserts or staying closer to home, Carly Aplin from Westrow has three carefree festival hairstyles to inspire.

Scalp Braids

Instagram: RitaOra

Summer is most definitely the time for plaits, but I'm looking forward to seeing festivalgoers embrace their adventurous side and sport the new season scalp braids. Rita Ora recently showcased plaits accessorised with pearls, adding an elegant touch to the coolest festival style but, if this is too much, a fishtail plait is the perfect softer alternative. My favourite is the undone version worn by Blake Lively.

Textured Lob

Instagram: KimKardashian

It's time to wave goodbye to long, flowing locks as summer 2015 is all about the textured lob (long bob). Kylie Jenner was one of the first celebrities to start the trend but it's her sister Kim Kardashian, whose gorgeous shorter hair do has brilliant texture and movement. The wavy look really sets off this style, and is even more wearable on 'second day hair'. Clients don't need to ditch the curling wand; show them how to use on hair at home before they leave for a look that will last until the final band plays.

Salty Waves

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One of the hottest hair looks for the summer festival season is a dishevelled wave. Curl hair with a large barrelled curling tong to create perfect voluminous waves, and then fix with a texture spray like L’Oréal Professionnel Wild Stylers Beach Waves Texturising Salt Spray. Make sure they leave the salon with one to pack among their festival essentials for on-the-go touch-ups. For an undone finish, tease the hair with fingertips to add texture to the hair lengths.