This is possibly the only time of the year you can wear your hair short and experiment with it — thanks to the dip in humidity. And there's no need to stress about it going awry, like Hermoine Granger. "It's also the best time to sport a fringe, which, when paired with short hair, looks great," suggests city-based stylist Aditi Mehta. Here's how you can pull off a messy pixie depending on your face cut.

Square/rectangular face

• Don't pick a style that's too short in the front, as it will make your forehead appear big, especially since the bulk of the hair behind is chopped off.
• Get a fringe only if you have straight or slightly wavy hair. Otherwise, you can afford to have a few curls hanging on your forehead.
• Retain the natural texture of your hair and work with it. Don't straighten the entire length of your hair or it will look too flat and your jawline will be too prominent.
• A hairband is the ideal hair accessory but make sure your hair in front isn't pulled back. You can also try an elaborate, thick band.

Kalki Koechlin