Sometimes if feels like there are only two ways with hair. Up or down. But there's a whole world of killer potential looks just waiting to happen to your head, you just have to embrace them.

What it takes, sometimes, to break the hair monotony is a quick peek behind the curtain and into the folicular portfolios of models, celebrities and street stylers we rate, to restore our faith in the humble art of hair styling. It's not about expensive products or even getting your hair cut, it's about opening your mind to the possibility of something fresh and new. A twisted ponytail here or a wet look parting there can entirely transform the way you feel about your hair.

And when better to be a little daring with your coif than out of hours. We dress for weekend mode, so why not take a similar approach with off-duty hair? So, with easy weekend hair looks in mind, we've compiled our very own compendium of things to do at the weekend. With your hair. Brunches, gallery visits and walks in the park will never be the same again.

Click through the gallery above to see 34 easy hair ideas to experiment with this coming weekend.