Happy Memorial Day! Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and that means it’s the best time to plan our summer look. Are you ready? You will be soon: See below for tips from Ryan Nickulas of Ryan Darius Salon in New York City.

Side knot (aka side chignon / side bun)
The side knot is easily THE most versatile do’ this season! Taking a chic side knot from poolside to a classy evening event is easy breezy. Use a sophisticated headband to tone down the wispy daytime look and you’ll be turning heads all night long.

Platinum Seamless Hair Extensions
Did you get a short cut this winter or just a hack job? Wishing you could have long hair for all those summer styles you are seeing? Semi-permanent hair extensions are the fastest and easiest way to grow your hair out! If you need a little length or simply want to add some fullness to your tired winter hair, this no damage system (no breakage!)
stays in your hair for 10-12 weeks!

Bang Braids
The dog days of summer are around the corner and even though we can’t wait for their arrival, every girl knows what that means for their hair. Nothing zaps a great style faster than humidity so you will need to meet the humidity head on with a quick hair fix. Braiding your hair across the front of your head is a simple way to look great whether it’s 65 or 90 degrees out. Do you have thin hair that would make a wimpy braid? Grab a Platinum Seamless clip-in hairpiece to add some bulk to your braid. This celebrity inspired style has been seen on Jennifer Aniston at award shows and Lauren Conrad on MTV. Braids are an age free accessory!

By Aly Walansky