When the sun is strong, sophisticated hairstyles give way to lighter ties, without ever giving up elegance. Nicole Kidman got it right with this perfect summer hairstyle.
When temperatures rise, finding a hairstyle that is practical, refined and flattering can quickly become a challenge. However, Nicole Kidman has just reminded us that a well-executed classic remains unbeatable: the ponytail. Behind this ultra Parisian effortless look, we find the touch of the famous French hairdresser John Nollet.
The professional revealed several photos of the actress who wore a hairstyle that was both chic and romantic under the Paris sun. He chose to tie his hair into a slightly fuzzy low ponytail, with airy strands around the face and delicately textured curtain bangs. Everything looks natural and that’s precisely what makes the result so elegant. Combined with a structured gray suit and a tied white blouse, this hairstyle brings immediate freshness. It frees the neck, lightens the features and maintains this flexible movement which avoids the too strict effect often associated with classic ties.
When it’s hot, hairstyles that are too sophisticated can quickly lose their hold. The version imagined for Nicole Kidman ticks all the boxes. It keeps hair away from the face, it resists humidity better than an ultra-smooth blow-dry, it maintains volume thanks to slightly blurred lengths and remains elegant from morning until evening. The key detail? The texture. John Nollet here avoids the “plated” effect in favor of a supple and living material.
To recreate this look, nothing could be simpler! Start by blow-drying lightly, work the roots lightly to maintain movement, tie the hair back at the nape of the neck, leave a few strands to frame the face and spray with a texturizing spray rather than a strong hairspray. The idea is not to get a perfect ponytail, but an elegant hairstyle that looks like it has lived in a lifetime.
This hairstyle fits perfectly into the current trend of “quiet luxury” hair: looks that are simple in appearance, but extremely detailed in the details. A well-executed low ponytail can instantly modernize a summer silhouette, whether worn with a white shirt, oversized blazer, or flowy dress.
With this version by John Nollet, Nicole Kidman proves once again that when it comes to beauty, simplicity often remains the ultimate form of refinement.
