Modern shag haircuts have come a long way since Farrah Fawcett popularized them decades ago. Now available in all sorts of shapes and textures, ranging from playful wolf cuts that playfully frame your face to thick feathered layers resembling tentacles, shag cuts have something for everyone!
Long Layers
Long-shag haircuts are ideal for girls with thick, voluminous locks. Layers help debulk dense strands while adding softness, while an eye-framing curtain bang adds drama. Achieving this look requires both a professional blowout and texturizing spray spritz.
Longer layers will create fuller waves in your shag cut while maintaining an elegant, sleek silhouette. Ask your stylist for a slicked-back style highlighting defined cheekbones for a feminine silhouette and clean lines.
Long shags work perfectly well with wavy hair, whether natural waves or coils exist or you create them using curling irons and sock buns. Just keep the layers around your face shorter for a more sophisticated look and less of a Marsha Brady vibe; add a touch with Virtue’s Lifting Powder before blow-drying your locks for optimal results.
Punk Bangs
Shags, as heavily textured and layered haircuts, provide the ideal opportunity for experimentation with various styling options. One option is pairing yours with spikes for an eye-catching rebellious vibe that works on straight and curly textures. Or, if you prefer something more sophisticated, try pairing your shag with a middle part that makes its presence known on more linear surfaces while remaining less noticeable when worn by those with wavy or curlier textures.
Dip dye coloring can add dimension and drama to your shag by accentuating its fullness with vibrant pops of color at its tips, framing your face beautifully while drawing focus toward your eyes.
Shag haircuts can give off an effortless cool girl aesthetic and produce volume while creating an edgy vibe, which pairs beautifully with bold highlights or dark pink locks.
Textured Layers
This style is an excellent option for fine hair as it adds texture and movement, creating an eye-catching style while softening facial features. Wearing with a deep side parting makes a compelling visual balance that draws focus to cheekbones and jawlines while softening features.
Add statement highlights if you want to give your shag haircut an edge. This color works wonders on all hair textures but looks particularly striking on layered cuts. Choose a lighter than your natural hue for an easier transition and subtler result.
Shags can have an edgy and punk rock aesthetic, which can be softened with long curtain bangs for those with shorter hair. This look is easy to maintain while adding just the right touch – pair this look with deep side partings to accentuate your jawline and complete a balanced appearance.
Messy Layers
If the sharp layers of a classic shag cut are too harsh for you, consider asking your stylist to create a more relaxed style with dissociated shag layers that have soft and feathered layers for a ‘lived-in’ finish. Although casual, this hairstyle frames your face to emphasize eyes and mouth areas of interest and frames heart-shaped faces nicely; great options include curtain bangs or side-swept styles.
Shag haircuts are timeless classics that never go out of fashion. Adaptable to suit different lengths, shales can incorporate any fringe style or color; you can even opt for two-tone coloring for an expressive twist!
A layered shag style looks lovely on curly hair, helping to tame its volume. Choppy layers will accentuate your curl pattern while offering plenty of movement, creating an unforgettable rock’n’roll style reminiscent of iconic female rock stars.
