as we reach mid-year, let’s take a look at some of the most popular styles in the hair front.

1. the quiff

seen on the runways of oscar de la renta, max mara and l.a.m.b. among others, the new quiff, an exaggerated height that challenges elvis presley’s hair to a battle of blow-outs, is the new updo. take it from the many celebs who have embraced this hairstyle. it has redefined our use of holding products.

2. the precision-cut bob

short, straight, glossy. severe, if you will. but always sophisticated. so sophisticated, anna wintour wears her hair no other way but in a precision bob. quite a demanding hairstyle though: it asks much from one’s face shape, but if the blunt cut with heavy bangs isn’t to your liking, there are other ways to make it meet your needs. perhaps a little texture, minimal layers or longer, side-swept bangs. even some curve on both sides to embrace your jaw will make the ‘do frame your face nicely.

3. long free-flowing waves

in contrast to the precision bob in every way: from length to texture to everything else. long hair became more natural with waves that tumbled freely down one’s shoulders. cut in layers to provide body, with or without bangs. overall, requires less maintenance than the big ringlets nor the strictly straight hair of some seasons ago.

4. the shabby bun

taking cue from ballerinas, the hair bun for everyday is less tightly pulled back, creating a look that is beautifully unkempt. though for more formal occasions, a slick well-made bun is still preferred. one of the most popular hairstyles for brides for many years now, this timeless look will likely last for a couple more seasons.

or for more dressy occasions:

like clothes, hairstyles also come and go. unlike clothes, it is tough to experiment with trendy hairstyles. to make sure the ‘do you are dying to try wouldn’t make you regret that trip to the salon, drop by hairfinder’s hair imaging section. register, upload your photo and try on over a thousand hairstyles and hair color without risking your real tresses! and it’s just fun to do!

photos from hairfinder.