“Polyester Is the Enemy: A Summer Survival Guide by Desmond & Molly Jones”.
Ahhh, summer in Australia — that magical time of year when the footpaths melt, your car becomes a portable sauna and even your hair starts negotiating with gravity. The cicadas are singing, the barbecues are firing up and the humidity is plotting your downfall. It’s time to face the facts, my friends: linen and cotton are your only chance of survival. Wear polyester, and you’re a goner.
🌿 Dress Like You’re About to Board a Yacht (Even If You’re Just Going to Woolies)
There’s something about linen — it’s breezy, elegant, and makes you feel like you should be holding a glass of chilled rosé on a yacht in the Mediterranean.
But beware… linen also has a sneaky side. One wrong move and suddenly you’ve gone from “effortlessly chic” to “middle-aged art teacher ”. So choose wisely. Cotton’s your other hero this season — soft, breathable, and trustworthy. Together, these two fabrics are your summer saviours. Polyester? Not invited.
💇♀️ Thinking About a New Fringe? Don’t.
We get it — you saw a cute fringe on Instagram, and now you’re tempted. But let’s be real: that thing is basically a forehead beanie.
In December. In Australia. Within minutes of stepping outside, your new fringe will glue itself to your forehead in a steamy display of regret. So unless you’ve got an air-conditioned bubble to live in, save the fringe for winter.
🐢 Three Tips for Surviving the Aussie Summer (With Style)
100% Cotton or Linen Only — If it doesn’t breathe, neither will you.
No Fringe. Your forehead will thank you.
Walk Slowly. Seriously. Move like you’re in a slow-motion movie montage. The slower you go, the less you sweat.
And please — for the love of fresh air — don’t rush to your appointment. I adore you all but if you’ve just sprinted through the car park in 38-degree heat…………
💛 Keep Your Cool With Desmond and Molly Jones
Summer’s all about slowing down, lightening up and keeping things easy — that includes your hair. Whether it’s a breezy trim, a soft colour refresh, or just a good wash and blow-dry that makes you feel like you’ve got your life together, a visit to Desmond and Molly Jones will keep you looking cool and feeling cool.
So ditch the polyester, resist the fringe, and glide into the salon like the summer legend you are. We’ll handle the rest — preferably under the air-con, with a cold drink in hand. See you soon xx
