Summer means change: new shoes, new clothes, and a new grooming routine.

But don’t forget your hair – it also deserves a fresh look.

Sure, we’ve said that longer hair is coming back into style, a correction in response to those overly trendy razor-fade styles reminiscent of the early 20th century.

The problem with that in warmer climates is all that extra bulk on top of your head can make you feel hotter. If your hair’s dark or really thick, this effect can be magnified.

But there’s a way to combine the two while still keeping cool. See below for the perfect cut for summer.