Summer 2026: 3 hair trends to adopt according to a studio hairstylist

This summer of 2026 color takes a resolutely discreet turn. Cutting, styling and coloring are all converging towards the same philosophy: to sublimate without transforming. Studio hairstylist Pierre Ginsburg shares the three major trends that will mark the coming months.

Subtle layering: the hairstyle that changes everything

Layering is back with a vengeance . However, it no longer resembles the sharp gradients of yesteryear. This technique is now much more refined and discreet.

Pierre Ginsburg evokes superficial or interior gradations that add movement, whatever the length. The objective remains clear: to give life to the hair without breaking the substance or damaging the density.

The results are immediately visible. The hair moves and catches the light in a new way. Some it-girls have already adopted this approach, such as Hailey Bieber, seen with this type of cut at Coachella.

“Overworked looks disappear in favor of a more instinctive, elegant and lively style, with an almost effortless approach.”

Why the return to light gradations?

Women today are looking for a hairstyle that’s easy to live with. Overly structured cuts require constant maintenance. Subtle layering is the perfect answer to this need for practicality.

What’s more, this technique is suitable for all hair textures. Thin or thick, hair gains volume and natural movement.

Soft, 90s-inspired volume in hair styling

When it comes to styling, volume is making a comeback. However, it is presented in a revisited, modern version. Inspired by the blow-dry of the 90s, it is now more aerial.

Pierre Ginsburg describes this new volume as less rigid, more airy, with a lively texture. The idea is no longer to discipline hair at all costs. On the contrary, we aim to sublimate the hair’s natural movements.

Lengths remain supple and light. As a result, the style seems more instinctive and alive. This effortless approach is winning over more and more women in salons.

• Surface gradations for movement
• 90s-inspired air volume
• Discreet coloring in blended tones
• Light, perfectly integrated reflections
• Color touch-ups spaced out over time

How do you achieve natural volume?

Blow-drying techniques are evolving with this trend. Hairstylists prefer an almost brushed-in texture to a set result. This keeps hair supple all day long.

This method requires fewer styling products. It does, however, require a good blow-dry with a round brush. The final result looks natural, as if the hair were moving on its own.

Hair but better” colouring: the reign of discretion in hairdressing

When it comes to coloring, the trend is clearly towards discretion. Gone are the sharp contrasts that dominated past seasons. Instead, we’re opting for muted, almost imperceptible tones.

Pierre Ginsburg insists on one precise point: illuminating without transforming. The subtle nuances simply reveal the natural color. They never distort it.

The “hair but better” trend turns its nose up at strong contrasts. This color philosophy was already underway in past seasons. Now it’s setting the standard.

The highlights remain light and perfectly integrated with the natural base. The result appears luminous and ultra-natural. It’s an elegant way to refresh hair without overdoing it.

This approach to coloring offers a significant practical advantage. It allows you to space out color touch-ups, even after the age of 50. Regrowth blends naturally into the hair mass.

Discreet coloring requires less daily maintenance. As a result, it’s perfect for active women. Natural sophistication becomes accessible to all.

This summer 2026, the hair trend can be summed up in three words: natural, movement and light. Color plays a key role in this global vision. It enhances without ever weighing down the final result.

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