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Cool Summer Haircuts To Bring To Your Stylist in 2022

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Assistant Editor and Writer for Southern Living
By Kaitlyn Yarborough Updated May 16, 2022
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Nothing says summer like a slightly impulsive new haircut. It's a decision made in the heat of the moment, literally. This summer, skip the same-old trim—because that's just no fun—and opt for something a little cooler, like a fresh bob. From the cool asymmetrical bob and the spunky blunt bob, the versatile A-line bob to the razor-sharp chin bob, this classic cut comes back in a serious way each summer for being sweat-friendly and breezier than a beach cabana. From there, shaggy lobs and sassy pixie cuts will see you through.

You'll find cool summer haircuts of all persuasions and personalities, just waiting to be snipped and styled. There are even a few longer hairstyles included that you can sweep up into a stylish ponytail when the summer heat becomes unbearable. It's time to spend more time basking in the summer season, not styling your hair. These fresh and easy summer haircuts will help make that happen.

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Blunt Wavy Lob

Blunt Lob
Credit: @hairby_chrissy

There's no other way to slice it: This is the ultimate "It" cut, and we're ready to make it our summertime refresh. 

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Sneaky Shag Cut

Sneaky Shag Cut
Credit: @mizzchoi

Even the look on her face says that this cut is a secret stunner. With all the subtle makings of the vintage shag cut, this more modern version is just the update to make this season. 

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Razor-Sharp Bob

Razor-Sharp Bob
Credit: @chrisjones_hair

We're thinking about making our new summer hair motto: the sharper, the better. The slightly angled bob is #goals for gals with straight hair. 

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Layered Mid-Length

Layered Mid-Length
Credit: @natalieannehair

The easiest update to a longer haircut for a new season is always layers, layers, and more layers—which can alleviate some heaviness ahead of the warmer weather. 

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Baby Bangs

Baby Bangs
Credit: @mizzchoi / Instagram

Instantly add something fun and quirky to your signature shoulder cut or bob with above-brow bangs, like these by stylist Sal Salcedo. 

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Shaggy Crop

Shaggy Crop
Credit: @mrdanielmartinez

Bring that shag cut up to summer-friendly lengths with plenty of short layers to spare.

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Low-Key Angled Lob

Relaxed Lob
Credit: @natalieannehair

It's hard to stay away from a low-maintenance cut that doesn't skimp on style, like this slightly A-line shoulder cut by stylist Natalie Anne. 

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Soft Rounded Bob

Bob Haircut
Credit: @chrisgreenehair

Name a prettier way to foray into bob season. We'll wait. This classic round bob frames the face in a super flattering way. 

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Vintage Wave Bob

Vintage Wave Bob
Credit: @natalieannehair

Excuse us while we dial up the salon to make an appointment, clutching this photo. This wavy little number might be our favorite bob on the list. 

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Curly Fringed Lob

Curly Shag
Credit: @hafucurls

Shape up those curls just in time for summer. This curly shag lets loose all of the layers, bangs, and spirals we could ever wish for. Lighten up with some perfectly placed hazelnut and caramel highlights to keep things fresh and bright.

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Shaggy Shoulder Cut

Shaggy Shoulder Cut
Credit: @salsalhair

Looking to add a little bit of edge to your next cut? This barely-there shag cut is just enough to spruce up any long or mid-length cut for summer. 

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The Pinterest Lob

Textured Side Lob
Credit: @hairby_chrissy

Odds are you'll recognize this fan-favorite shoulder cut by stylist Chrissy Rasmussen from a bevy of online inspiration. Why? Because it's just that good. 

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Textured Blunt Cut

summer haircuts, sweat-friendly haircuts, blunt cut
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If you have thick hair, look no further than this envy-worthy cut that grazes the collarbones. Texture spray is going to be one of your new best friends.

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Summer-Ready Curly Cut

Ultra-Layered Curls
Credit: @leysahairandmakeup

Summertime is when curls are out to play with the most volume per square inch. Invest in your ringlets with extra layering and a slightly shorter length.

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Golden Lob

Golden Lob
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What makes a simple lob hairstyle even more summer-ready? Rich strokes of golden balayage focused around the face and towards the ends. It's the grown-up big sister of sun-kissed beachy balayage. Not to mention, the face-framing makes for a flattering dose of cheekbones.

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Shoulder-Grazing Bob

summer haircuts, shoulder-grazing length
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If you need a little kick in the rear, this layer-less stunner should convince you to make the chop. It hits the perfect balance for a trendy summer cut with its shoulder-grazing length and bold brunette shine.

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Asymmetrical Bob

Asymmetrical Bob
Credit: @salsalhair

This might just be the cut of the year. An asymmetrical bob seems to transcend texture and face shape every time. The asymmetry is cool enough to revamp a classic hairstyle, the bob, and definitely hip enough to make you feel totally fresh for summer.

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Choppy Baby Bob

Choppy Chin Bob
Credit: @chrisjones_hair

Take things up a few extra inches by asking for a stacked bob with serious texture and personality. Layers and wispy bangs are key.

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Face-Framing Curls

Curly Side Bangs
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When in doubt, ask for face-framing layers. It's the fast track to your most flattering cut ever, especially when rocking ringlets. 

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Shaggy Bob

Shaggy Bob
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French bob? Say hello to your new friend, the shaggy bob. This feisty short cut looks especially bold on curly-haired ladies who are looking to make a chop for the warm weather. Heavily curtained fringe gives just the right amount of mystique to make this style a sultry statement for summer.

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Layered Pixie

Layered Pixie
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Summer is not the prime time for a slick crop cut. Rather, it calls for a layered, full-of-life pixie that you can muss and style however you'd like, be it wild or sophisticated. Play around with the direction, from asymmetrically swept to the side to boldly facing the front, as seen here.

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Curtained Collarbone Cut

Sandy Platinum Blonde
Credit: @lisasatornhair

For the straight-haired ladies who don't have time to forge beachy waves, a chic blunt cut is always in season. Add curtained bangs from something fun. 

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Birkin Bangs

Birkin Bangs
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Nothing says cool for the summer like a fresh set of bangs á la Jane Birkin. When it's just too hot to commit to full-on styling, bangs are a happy medium. Embrace natural texture by air-drying a trendy lob-length cut, and blow-dry the bangs if needed.

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Blonde Curly Crop

Curly Crop
Credit: @leysahairandmakeup

Lighten up your curls in more ways than one by taking off a few inches and brightening up with a healthy dose of blonde for summertime. 

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Baby-Lights and Curls

Summer hair, shoulder length hair, baby-lights and curls
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Let your natural hair texture shine with a touch of highlights to frame your face and give that sun-soaked glow appearance.

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Face-Framing, Textured Cut

face-framing, textured cut; summer hair
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With this hairstyle, you'll be able to pull your hair into a cute ponytail when the summer heat hits.

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Blunt Collarbone Balayage

Blunt Collarbone Balayage; summer hair
Credit: @hairbygabbymarie

A healthy crop at your collarbone will keep your hair from being stuck on your back, while still being long enough to be pulled into a ponytail.

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Platinum Money Piece

Platinum Money Piece; summer hair
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Why not play up your hairstyle with a platinum money piece? Although this style is a long summer hairstyle, you can pull it into a variety of fun ponytail styles. 

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    1 of 28 Blunt Wavy Lob
    2 of 28 Sneaky Shag Cut
    3 of 28 Razor-Sharp Bob
    4 of 28 Layered Mid-Length
    5 of 28 Baby Bangs
    6 of 28 Shaggy Crop
    7 of 28 Low-Key Angled Lob
    8 of 28 Soft Rounded Bob
    9 of 28 Vintage Wave Bob
    10 of 28 Curly Fringed Lob
    11 of 28 Shaggy Shoulder Cut
    12 of 28 The Pinterest Lob
    13 of 28 Textured Blunt Cut
    14 of 28 Summer-Ready Curly Cut
    15 of 28 Golden Lob
    16 of 28 Shoulder-Grazing Bob
    17 of 28 Asymmetrical Bob
    18 of 28 Choppy Baby Bob
    19 of 28 Face-Framing Curls
    20 of 28 Shaggy Bob
    21 of 28 Layered Pixie
    22 of 28 Curtained Collarbone Cut
    23 of 28 Birkin Bangs
    24 of 28 Blonde Curly Crop
    25 of 28 Baby-Lights and Curls
    26 of 28 Face-Framing, Textured Cut
    27 of 28 Blunt Collarbone Balayage
    28 of 28 Platinum Money Piece

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