Wash 'n' wear cuts for summer

Giving your hair a break from styling tools (and possibly even products) is always a good thing, and in this day and age, the more precious seconds you can save the better right? At the same time, you don't want to have to trade looking-good for more time on the clock - and neither do you have to!

In the 1960’s famed British hairdresser, Vidal Sassoon transformed the hair industry with his pioneering “wash and wear” philosophy that dubbed him “the Chanel of hair.” He revolutionised hair-art by creating cuts that give the illusion of endless styling, but are in fact extremely low maintenance.

Summer calls for easy breezy carefree hairstyles that make you feel fabulous and look great – naturally. We've chosen 3 classic Vidal-inspired cuts that - as well as being super versatile and simple to maintain - are effortlessly chic and a little bit edgy!

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Short and Sweet

Taking cue from Mia Farrow’s “Rosemary’s Baby” pixie cut, Michelle William’s soft and feathered crop really puts your bone structure in the spotlight. This strong but feminine style is a no-fuss cut that requires minimal styling.

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The Mod Bob 

Nancy Kwan’s inverted bob was first made famous in the sixties, but it’s made a comeback with A-listers such as Keira Knightley, sporting the super elegant style. Drawing focus to your eyes and cheekbones, this uber chic cut with it’s voluminous flair, is a guaranteed showstopper!

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Fancy Free!

Jean Shrimpton worked it in the sixties and Alexa Chung is rocking is now! With a choppy fringe and layers that frame the face, this longer cut works particularly well for hair that has a natural wave. It creates a textured and carefree, layered style that looks fantastic - slick and straight or tousled and wavy.