Medium-length locks offer plenty of styling possibilities, from chic lobs like Maisie Williams’ to rose gold ombre lobs – the right haircut can bring out the best in your mane!
Explore a range of shoulder-length haircuts that will flatter your face shape and suit your style, from shaggy layers to balayage highlights – these mid-shoulder-length hairstyles can be both practical and fashionable!
Shaggy Layers
Shaggy layers add volume and texture to mid-shoulder length haircuts. Straight or wavy layers work great on almost every facial structure; the longer layers have been brushed forward to draw attention to cheekbones and jawline, adding romance while maintaining an edge. The blonde hair color adds romance as well as character!
A classic layered shag like this one can be ideal for most women with medium hair. Its longer layers in front envelop the face, while shorter pieces create an eye-catching silhouette in the back. Suitable for center or side partings and working well for straight or wavy locks, this hairstyle makes a stylish statement about femininity and maturity.
This wavy brown-blonde shag adds depth and dimension to her shoulder-length bob with subtle nods to the classic cut. The face-framing waves look stunning against caramel highlights, and low-maintenance curtain bangs complete this shaggy lob.
Bangs
Sleek and stylish, the deep side-part on this medium shoulder length haircut with feathered layers adds texture and movement for straight hair, while ash blonde balayage highlights add lightness. This look can easily transition between formal events and more relaxed affairs!
For a modern take on a shoulder-length bob, add plenty of choppy layers and uneven bangs with plenty of choppy layers for added softening and an angular jawline for more feminine qualities. Finish this style with an eye-catching root fade for an edge to this timeless cut.
A midi combover bob is the epitome of a modern yet edgy style. Wear it with a face-framing fringe to highlight your eyes and forehead, or experiment with techniques like Cardi B’s middle-parted style to highlight your striking beauty. It is easy to maintain, making this style suitable for day-to-day looks and formal events such as parties, weddings, or other formal gatherings.
Layered Layers
Layers add dimension and volume to any mid-shoulder length hairstyle, but they’re particularly effective at producing voluminous blowouts. Your stylist will recommend the appropriate amount of internal layers depending on your hair type and face shape – framing foreheads or lengthening the look, among other goals.
If you have thin hair, consider consulting your stylist to create feathered layers that add movement and thickness. This style works exceptionally well on blonde strands but could also highlight lowlights in darker colors.
A wavy medium-layered cut paired with face-framing curtain bangs looks beautiful when styled with face-framing curtain bangs, making for an eye-catching style perfect for those with natural waves or who can achieve them through curling iron usage. For an irresistible ombre effect, ask your stylist to apply color gradation that will look spectacular on this mid-length layered haircut and doesn’t require frequent touch-ups.
Balayage
Mid-shoulder hair is ideal for women who like experimenting with color. Timeless classics such as this ginger hue look stunning when styled on an angled straight silhouette, making it easy to achieve softly sculpted layers and gorgeously texturized locks.
Even thin and naturally straight hair can benefit from some additional volume. This layered bob with feathered fringe and subtle balayage adds dimension, weight, and sophisticated shade highlights.
Curly hair can be styled into stunning mid-shoulder haircuts that offer the ideal balance between the face frame and back of the head and provide added texture to avoid triangle-effect cuts. This bob has big curly coils with side-swept fringe for a feminine, romantic style, while its balayage highlights also showcase its curls beautifully – it would work equally well on either dark or blonde locks!
