The 4th of July is the annual celebration of the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress. But when there’s sun, barbecue, and fireworks, it’s hard to concentrate on the history (sorry John Adams and Thomas Jefferson!). The ladies at The Fashion Bomb blogged about what you should wear so we’ll give you a rundown of how you should wear your hair!

Keep in mind that you’ll be outdoors for most of the day (make sure to protect yourself from UV rays!) and that it will be hot. It’s best to choose hairstyles that are easy, fun, and out of your way. There’s no reason why you can’t look cute and feel comfortable this holiday weekend!

Ribbons
Red, white, and blue ribbons aren’t only cheap (just head over to your local arts and crafts store) but they’re super cute and versatile. We suggest either weaving them into braids (especially a French braid!) or using them to tie pigtails or pony tails like Zooey Deschanel does in (500) Days of Summer. With the pigtails, curl your hair to give a sweet look a bit of a sexy edge!

Bandanas
If you want to keep your hair down, bandanas are a great, stylish way to keep your hair away from your face while showing off your gorgeous locks! Plus it helps give your look a very relaxed, laid-back, mellow vibe.

Braids
We mentioned pigtails earlier and if you don’t want to take the time to curl your hair, we recommend braiding it and adding a bit of ribbon for flair. Another look we love is a messy braided updo like the one Sarah Michelle Gellar rocked at a premiere a couple of years back (it was that memorable).