Hey, it's Brisa. The other day, my client Amanda sat in my chair, phone in hand, showing me this gorgeous, sleek glass bob she saw on an influencer from LA. She said, "Brisa, can I survive with this?"
I laughed. I said, "Amanda, do you know what happens to a glass bob in Pearland humidity?"
She said, "It falls apart?"
I said, "Within an hour. Let me show you how we can do a version that actually works here."
Here in Pearland, our hair lives by a different set of rules. The trend reports from New York and LA are great for inspiration, but they don't account for the wall of humidity that hits you the moment you step outside or that relentless Texas sun.
So, let's talk about the trends we're seeing and loving this season, but with a realistic, Texas-proof twist. Because a great style shouldn't just look good for a selfie. It should work for your life, from a morning at H-E-B to a night out in Downtown Houston.
Why a "Texas Twist" on Trends is Non-Negotiable
Before we get into the fun stuff, let's have some real talk. Our climate here is no joke.
My client Jessica came in last month with fried, orange hair. She said, "Brisa, I went blonde three weeks ago and look at it now."
I said, "Jessica, you went blonde, then spent every day in the sun without protection. That Texas UV degraded your color."
Constant sun exposure can fade your hair color and damage your hair's protein. That famous humidity makes hair swell and frizz. And pollutants can stress your scalp.
When you invest in a beautiful new color or cut, the last thing you want is for it to fall flat or fade out after two weeks in the sun.
That's why at Foxtail, we don't just copy trends. We adapt them. We think about how a color will look under bright sunlight and how a cut will hold up after a walk around Shadow Creek Ranch Nature Trail.
This Season's Color: Sun-Kissed and Richly Radiant
Color is the fastest way to embrace a new season. This year, it's all about dimension that looks natural and effortless.
Lived-in blonding
Forget stark, high-maintenance highlights. We're creating soft, sun-drenched blondes that grow out gracefully.
Amanda, the client from the beginning, wanted to go blonde. She said, "I don't want perfect stripes. I want it to look natural."
I said, "Amanda, we're going to do balayage. Think less about perfect stripes and more about where the sun would naturally lighten your hair."
The Texas twist: We use strategic blonding services like balayage to create a seamless blend. This means no harsh root line as it grows, which is a lifesaver when the heat makes you want to stretch your appointments.
We also finish with a gloss treatment to seal the cuticle, which helps fight humidity and protect against UV fading.
Amanda came back six weeks later. She said, "Brisa, this blonde has held up so much better than my last one. What did you do differently?"
I said, "We planned for Texas. The gloss sealed everything in."
Spiced copper and cowboy copper
Rich, warm reds and coppers are having a huge moment. These shades bring incredible warmth and light to your face. They feel bold and confident.
My client Rachel wanted to go copper. She said, "I've always wanted red hair but I'm scared it'll fade fast."
I said, "Rachel, red molecules are notorious for fading faster, especially in our sun. But we can formulate it with extra depth and I'll give you specific color-safe products to use at home."
The Texas twist: We formulate our custom color services with extra depth. A root shadow can also help the color look intentional and rich as it matures.
Rachel came back for a gloss four weeks later and her copper was still vibrant. She said, "I can't believe how long this lasted. Every other time I've gone red, it fades in two weeks."
The Cuts: Movement, Texture, and Easy Elegance
This season's haircuts are all about embracing your natural texture and creating shapes that are easy to style.
Nobody has time for a two-hour blowout routine before heading down Highway 288.
The textured bob
Bobs are timeless, but this season's version is less severe and more lived-in.
My client Jennifer got a textured bob last month. She said, "Will this poof out in the humidity?"
I said, "Not if we cut it right. We're cutting soft, internal layers to create movement and prevent that heavy, puffy look."
When I finished, she air-dried it. She said, "Brisa, it looks amazing air-dried. I don't have to blow-dry it?"
I said, "Nope. That's the beauty of this cut."
Soft, blended layers
Long, 90s-inspired layers are back. This cut is amazing for adding volume without sacrificing length.
My client Sarah has thick hair. She came in and said, "My hair feels so heavy in this heat."
I said, "Sarah, let's add layers to remove weight and help your hair feel lighter."
For clients with thick hair, we can use layers to remove weight. For those with finer hair, we use them to create the illusion of fullness.
Sarah came back in the middle of summer. She said, "These layers changed my life. My hair feels so much lighter."
Making Your New Look Last
A trend is only as good as its staying power.
My client Nicole came to me wanting to go significantly lighter for summer. She said, "Brisa, I want platinum blonde but I'm worried about damage."
I said, "Nicole, instead of just jumping in, let's map out a plan. We'll do scalp treatments first to strengthen your hair. Then, we'll achieve your dream blonde over two sessions to maintain integrity."
She trusted me. We did three scalp treatments over six weeks. Then we lightened her hair in two sessions. Her hair stayed healthy and strong.
She texted me after her final session: "My hair feels better blonde than it did before we started. Thank you for taking the time to do this right."
For others, adding hand-tied hair extensions is the perfect way to play with color or length without a long-term commitment.
My client Maria wanted length but didn't want to wait years to grow it out. I said, "Maria, let's do extensions. They can give you that trendy fullness instantly."
She got extensions and texted me a week later: "I'm obsessed. Why did I wait so long to do this?"
Your Top Questions, Answered by a Stylist
I hear these questions all the time, so let me clear them up.
How do I know if a trend will actually suit me?
That's what a consultation is for!
Amanda asked me this before we did her blonde. She said, "How do I know if blonde will look good on me?"
I said, "That's why we're having this conversation. We talk about your daily routine, how much time you want to spend on your hair, and what will make you feel most like yourself. A trend is a starting point, not a prescription."
What's the real maintenance level for these styles in Pearland?
We are always 100% honest about upkeep.
Rachel, my copper client, asked me this. I said, "A lived-in balayage might only need a touch-up every 10 to 12 weeks. But your copper will need a gloss and refresh sooner to stay vibrant."
Can I try a trend without a huge change?
Absolutely!
Jennifer was nervous about big changes. She said, "I want to try something new but I'm scared."
I said, "A few strategically placed money piece highlights around your face can brighten your whole look. Change doesn't have to be drastic to be transformational."
She got money piece highlights and said, "This is perfect. It's just enough change."
Ready to Find Your Perfect Look?
Let's chat. We're not here to just give you a haircut. We're here to help you feel confident and empowered, ready for whatever the season throws at you.
Amanda, the client from the beginning with the LA bob dream, sent me a photo last week. She's rocking a textured bob with lived-in blonde. The caption said, "Best hair decision I ever made. It actually works in Texas!"
That's what this is about.
Come see us at Foxtail Hair Salon at 2111 North Main Street, Pearland, Texas 77581. You can give us a call at 832-295-3821 to book a consultation or check out our services online.
We can't wait to help you create your perfect Texas-proof style.