Summer hairstyles: from wet looks to chic updos for every style

1. Wet look hair

Among the most iconic and versatile summer hairstyles, the wet look stands out for its minimalist and sensual appeal.

Inspired by the glossy finish of hair fresh out of the water, wet look hair is perfect for sophisticated evenings in the city when you want an effortlessly elegant look.

Achieving it is simple, but requires attention to detail:

1. Dampen the hair with a little water
2. Evenly apply a styling product with a light and shiny texture
3. Comb back or create a center parting depending on the desired style.
4. To tie hair into a bun or ponytail, pull the hair back tightly, using a fine-toothed comb, and secure the hairstyle very tightly with an elastic band or bobby pins

The wet look can be sleek and neat, or softer and more natural, depending on the amount of product and how it's worked in with the fingers.

To achieve a professional result at home, Diego dalla Palma offers AQUACERA modellante: a water-based gel wax, perfect for sculpting, fixing and illuminating without weighing hair down.

Its flexible formula guarantees long-lasting hold, ease of use and a brilliant finish that enhances every texture, from straight to wavy hair.

2. Braids and plaits

Romantic, practical, and always in style: braids are the ideal choice to face the heat with elegance.

Soft side braids, among the best summer hairstyles for long or medium hair, gracefully frame the face and are suitable for both a casual daytime look and a special occasion. You can choose to create a side Dutch braid for a more casual look:

1. Create a side part and apply a texturizing spray for grip.
2. Start near the hairline, on the side with more hair.
3. Separate an initial strand and divide it into three sections.
4. Begin to braid French style, adding new sections only from the top side of the head (in "half cornrow" style) to keep it close to the side.
5. Keep the braid close to the scalp, moving downwards, but not too tight to avoid stressing the hair.
6. Secure with a clear elastic and spray with hairspray for hold and definition.

For those who love a more bohemian aesthetic, multiple boho-chic braids are the perfect answer. Among summer hairstyles for wavy hair, they are ideal for concerts, outdoor days, or evenings on the boardwalk. Here's how to do them:

• Start with dry, natural hair
• Divide your hair into sections or squares. Each section will be a braid.
• Take the strand from the section and divide it into three, braid tightly, don't leave them loose.
• You can decorate them with beads, colorful elastics, or decorative threads.
• Finish with a light-hold setting spray to maintain the shape without stiffness.

To cleanse your hair without undoing braids or other hairstyles, Diego dalla Palma recommends using light but effective products, such as the texturizing dry shampoo, perfect for adding body and discreet hold. This way, you can extend the life of your styling and refresh your look!

To define braids and shine the ends, the modeling AQUACERA is, once again, the ideal ally: it provides structure and shine without weighing hair down, keeping your hairstyle impeccable all day long.

3. High and low ponytails

Ponytails are a classic summer hairstyle: simple, practical, versatile, and always elegant, they suit every occasion, from morning in the office to an evening outdoors. 

The "lifting effect" high ponytail, tight and well-defined, gives the face a sculpted and radiant look:

1. Straighten your hair with a flat iron (use a heat protection spray to avoid damaging your hair)
2. Apply a gel or smoothing cream to eliminate frizz.
3. Comb all your hair from bottom to top, towards the highest point of your head.
4. Pull the sides tight with the help of a flat brush or a brush with dense bristles: there should be no bumps on the sides or at the back. Tie with a strong elastic.
5. For a clean finish, take a strand from under the ponytail and wrap it around the elastic, securing it with a bobby pin.
6. Fix any baby hairs and unruly strands with a precision product like Cerastick, which disciplines and shines with extreme ease. Our 3-in-1 Styling Brush can help you, found in a kit with the Cerastick, and consists of a fine-tooth comb for separating strands and creating clean lines, a soft-bristle brush for smoothing baby hairs, and a precision tip for sculpting contours or sectioning hair. Perfect for styling cared for in every detail.

For a softer, more romantic look, the flipped low ponytail, also called a topsy tail, is the perfect choice. Among the most popular hairstyles for straight hair, it's very fashionable for relaxed days, brunches, or informal appointments. Here's how to do it step by step:

1. Gather your hair into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck and secure it with an elastic.
2. Loosen the elastic slightly and pull it down a little, creating space above it (between the nape and the elastic).
3. Divide the hair above the elastic in two with your fingers, forming a hole.
4. Flip the ponytail: push the entire ponytail strand upwards, turn it inwards, and pass it through, from top to bottom.
5. Tighten the ponytail that has entered the hole as if you were tightening the elastic, to secure the knot.

More daring and contemporary, the bubble ponytail: make a high ponytail and then divide the ponytail into regular sections with various elastics, creating a cheerful and dynamic "bubble" effect. 

To refresh your look after a few hours or days, you can apply Diego dalla Palma's volumizing dry shampoo to your hair, which gives body to the roots and lightness to the lengths. This way you can cleanse your hair and make the hairstyle last longer, without having to undo it. Three styles, one rule: have fun with elegance, even under the sun.

4. Chignon

Timeless, refined, and adaptable to any context, the chignon is one of the most beloved summer hairstyles for its ability to combine style and functionality, even on short hair.

The messy low chignon is the most relaxed version of this updo: artfully tousled, with soft strands escaping around the face. Here's how to create it:

• Prepare your hair: leave its natural texture or apply a texturizing spray for volume and grip.
• Gather your hair into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck, without pulling too tightly: the effect should be soft.
• Twist the ponytail loosely and create a soft chignon, securing it with bobby pins.
• Lightly mess it up: pull out a few strands at the front.
• Secure everything with a light spray, maintaining the natural movement.

For an evening occasion or a formal event, the elegant high chignon is the ideal choice. Neat and defined, it elongates the neck and enhances the oval shape of the face.

It is achieved by gathering the hair into a high ponytail, twisting it on itself, and securing it neatly with an elastic band or, even better, with U-pins.
For a flawless finish and a long-lasting hold, complete the look with the Che Fissa – Cerastick + 3-in-1 Comb kit, which styles and sets with elegance.

Finally, for those who love to add a romantic touch, the braided chignon combines the practicality of an updo with the delicacy of braided texture:

1. Braid one or more strands very loosely, leaving the weave wide before gathering the hair.
2. Secure the braids with thin, clear elastic bands.

Once the chignon is done, wrap the braids around the elastic, leaving them soft, and secure them with bobby pins: the final effect is sophisticated, but with a creative and personal touch.

5. Half-updos and half buns

Half-updos are the perfect answer for those who want a summer hairstyle that frees up the face without sacrificing the natural movement of the hair. Versatile and easy to create, they suit all lengths and lend themselves to endless interpretations.

The messy half bun is the ultimate summer hairstyle for long hair: only the upper part of the hair is gathered into a soft, casual bun, which can be done at the nape of the neck or even higher up, leaving the rest of the hair to fall over the shoulders. The result? Spontaneous, fresh, yet always well-groomed. Also perfect for those who don't know how to tie up curly hair.

A proper styling routine is the first step to creating durable, light, and well-groomed summer hairstyles: even with heat and humidity, it's possible to achieve professional results with a few daily steps, choosing quality products and textures suitable for the season.

Summer 2025 marks a significant evolution for the Diego dalla Palma haircare line, with new products designed to meet every style and need with practicality, versatility, and high performance. The collection is enriched with five distinctive styles: lisciospaghetto (pin-straight), ultrabombato (ultra-voluminous), riccioscolpito (sculpted curls), ricciofluido (fluid curls), and orgoglioriccio (proud curls) – each designed to enhance specific textures and guide every hair type to its most authentic expression.

All Diego dalla Palma hair products are distinguished by innovative and effective formulas, enriched with moisturizing and protective agents. From humidity control to a glossy effect, as well as heat protection and daily styling, each treatment becomes a beauty gesture designed to accompany the season with style.