The 12 Summer Hairstyles to Try This Season

Even if it doesn't feel like it, a few days ago marked the official start of summer and I, for one, am real conflicted about it. One the one hand, there's very little doubt that this summer will be like no other before it. On the other, I'm dead set on making this summer as similar to any others as is safe, and that includes getting a much-needed inaugural warm-weather cut. Depending on where you are, barbershops are tentatively starting to reopen and hundreds—if not thousands—of men across the country, hornt-up on the idea of feeling the cool touch of the barber's blade once again, are lining up (sometimes literally!) to get that sweet, sweet summer touch-up.

My barbershop sent out an email early Monday afternoon letting their loyal customers know they'd be back in business the following week and within, like, half an hour or so the first two weeks of appointments were fully booked. I kid you not. Shit sold out faster than a Supreme drop. Your boy had to settle for a non-optimal late Saturday slot because beggars really can't be choosers. It's wild out here.

So whether you're looking for a reference picture to take to your upcoming appointment (you lucky bastard, you) or need some inspiration on how to style your increasingly out-of-control mane, you've come to the right place. Because all this time in between haircuts means I had nothing to do but compile references galore in preparation for this day. Let's get it.