Summer Hair Inspiration
Key Takeaways:
- Gorgeous hair extensions for added length, thickness and volume this summer
- Beautiful blonde highlights tailored to your perfect shade
- Vibrant red hair colour transformations full of shine and dimension
- Creative hair cutting and styling alongside timeless classic looks
- Professional hair treatments to maintain healthy, glossy hair all season longBook 24/7
Summer Hair Trends We're Loving Right Now at Avant Garde Salons
Summer is the perfect time to refresh your look, embrace a new hair colour or simply enhance what you already love about your hair. At AG Salons in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, High Town Hereford and Lyppard Grange Worcestershire, our talented team specialises in both creative hairdressing and classic styling, helping clients achieve personalised looks that feel modern, wearable and effortlessly beautiful.
Whether you're considering hair extensions, a brighter blonde, a rich glossy red or a complete style refresh, our expert stylists are here to help you find your perfect summer look.
Book your appointment today. Call Bishops Cleeve on 01242 386 085, Hereford salon on 01432 357 588, or 01905 758 880 for our Lyppard Grange salon in Worcestershire. You can also book online.


Why Are Hair Extensions So Popular During Summer?
Hair extensions aren't just about adding length. They can completely transform the way your hair looks and feels.
Many clients choose extensions because they:
Instantly add volume to finer hair
Create longer, fuller styles without waiting for hair to grow
Help achieve those effortless beachy waves and summer styles
Add thickness to ponytails, braids and updos
Boost confidence with fuller-looking hair
Whether you're preparing for holidays, weddings, special events or simply want to enjoy thicker, more luxurious hair throughout summer, extensions can be a fantastic investment. Our experienced extension specialists offer personalised consultations to discuss your goals, colour matching and the best method for your hair type.
One of our favourite recent transformations came when our lovely client Sian visited the salon for her colour refresh and hair extension maintenance. The results were stunning. In fact, it's hard to believe just how long her natural hair has become.
For added thickness, volume and beautiful flowing length, Sian wears 22-inch weft hair extensions, creating a seamless finish that blends perfectly with her natural hair.


Will Blonde Hair Colour Suit Me - Which Shade Is Right For Me?
Blonde hair remains one of the biggest summer trends year after year, but today's blondes are all about personalisation.
Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all blonde hair colour. Modern blonde transformations can be tailored to suit your skin tone, lifestyle and personal style.
Some clients love warmer blonde shades that add softness and richness, including:
Honey blonde
Golden blonde
Caramel blonde
Beige blonde
Buttery blonde tones
Others prefer cooler, brighter finishes such as:
Ash blonde
Pearl blonde
Champagne blonde
Icy blonde
Scandinavian-inspired blondes
The beauty of professional highlights and balayage is that we can create completely bespoke colour that enhances your natural features while adding dimension and movement throughout the hair. Whether you're looking for subtle sun-kissed brightness or a dramatic blonde transformation, our colour specialists will work with you to create a result that feels fresh, modern and beautifully individual.
Balayage also continues to be a firm favourite because it creates natural-looking brightness with softer regrowth and lower maintenance than traditional highlights. The result is effortless, lived-in colour that looks beautiful both immediately after your appointment and as it grows out.


Is Glossy Red Hair 'In' For Summer?
Red hair is having a major moment this summer, and we couldn't be happier about it. One of our recent colour transformations perfectly showcases why vibrant reds remain such a timeless choice.
The finished look was beautifully glossy, rich and full of life, with incredible shine reflecting throughout the hair.
Why Are More Clients Choosing Red Hair Colour?
Red tones can add warmth, depth and vibrancy while creating a real statement.
Popular red shades include:
Copper reds
Cherry reds
Cinnamon tones
Rich auburn shades
Deep ruby reds
Vibrant fashion reds
Whether you're looking for something soft and natural or bold and head-turning, professional red hair colour can completely transform your look.
The key to beautiful red hair is maintaining both colour vibrancy and hair health, which is why our team always focuses on preserving the condition of the hair alongside achieving stunning colour results. No matter which summer trend you choose, healthy hair creates the best results.
Book a Hair Colour Consultation
Whether you're going for a bold new look or a subtle refresh, your stylist will take the time to understand your hair history, lifestyle, and hair goals.