We all know the sun sucks for your skin and that inevitably goes for your scalp, too. We tend to think that our hair will do the work for us, but sadly, that’s not the case. So what’s a girl to do? Here are some stylish options to start off even a novice fashionista!

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Inspired by Marni’s RTW Spring 2010 runway show, I decided to give head scarves and all kinds of other head covers, a go. I recently scoured eBay for affordable printed scarves and came out victorious, spending about $5 on my purchase!

Blogger, rocker and all-around fashion inspiration Krystal of What Is Reality Anyway shows us how to have some fun with a vintage sailor’s cap. Imagine this with a white or navy blue bikini!

OK, who’s surprised that Ashley Olsen got it right, again? Sporting a neutral printed scarf in a neo-take on the turban, half of everyone’s favorite twin set topped off a double-breasted coat dress.

Pregnant and still on top of her game, Miroslava Duma makes like a barber shop quartet with her straw hat. Paired with a flowy Grecian-inspired maxi dress, she defines summer chic.

Kelly, better known as The Glamourai, takes last winter’s slouchy beanie and wears it with a simple shirt dress to the beach. I would also personally wear this one with skinny jeans and a loose tank for a summer date night at the movies.

Yahaira knows how to lounge poolside with her oversized floppy hat. Just add water (beach ball optional) and you’re set for a day in the sun.

What are your go-to head cover-ups this summer?

(images via their respective links, collage by Nikoleta)