“A salt spray is amazing,” says Hawkins. Just spray your hair liberally with one (try KMS California Hair Sea Salt Spray, $12) and let it air dry for a natural wave. If your hair gets too “in your face,” pull it back and braid it. Then toss on a floppy hat for a “super cute and sexy” look for the beach, says Irene.

A braided look like Blake Lively’s is perfect for the beach because “you can go in the water and come out, the braids will dry, and you’ll still have a great look,” says Hawkins. For a fun style, “divide your hair into three sections, and pull the back section into a pony. Braid the two side sections, and wrap the braids around the base of the pony. Now braid the end of the pony and pin it under your head.”