Worn up or down, medium-length haircuts have no limits on style.
But we think it’s time to give it some credit.
It’s not reserved for those so undecided about the right haircut that they settle for an in-between.
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Maybe you want the layers of a long style, but the bangs of a bob?
Or perhaps you want the volume of a short cut, but the movement of long locks?
That’s fine too.
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it’s possible for you to easily leave it down or throw it up in anelegant updo.
you’re able to work this style with a middle or side part.
For a mid-length cut, layers shouldn’t sit much higher than where they hit at the chin.
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Curly Bangs
Show off your ringlets with alayered stylethat hits just past the shoulders.
Layers keep bulk in check and enhance every spiral.
Bangs make it even more wow-worthy.
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The layers meld cohesively without being choppy or stacked.
This shoulder-length lob cut is super flattering with side-swept layers around the face.
Side-Swept And Simple
This style is fun, easy to manage, and effortlessly stylish.
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It’s perfect for the woman who wants an interesting hairstyle without too much fuss.
The bangs hit a tad below the eyebrows and are brushed to the side.
For ultimate shine,use a smoothing serumor oil after the hair is dry.
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Soft waves add texture and bounce.
We love themiddle parton a cut that’s half-pinned back for extra volume.
This style has the potential to be a signature look.
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Princess Cut
The Duchess knows how to rock her royal hair, no matter the length.
Side-Swept Shoulder Cut
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Choppy ends add texture to a shoulder-grazing cut.
Sweeping the hair to one side also gives this lob some volume.
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Southern Glam
Big-barrel curls and great volume are Southern staples.
Slightly balayaged hair color works with the mid-to-long layers throughout for a classic style.
We’d love our hair to look like this every day.
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Use a large-barrel curling iron, about 1 1/2 inches or larger, to curl hair in 1-inch sections.
Wrap the hair around the barrel, leaving an inch free at the end for a natural look.
Alternate directions as you curl.
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Blunt ends will alsomake thin hair look much thicker, which is definitely a plus.
If you’re more into low-maintenance styles, these bangs would work best on naturally straight hair.
see to it the bangs are a little longer on the sides to frame the face well.
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Defined Curls
Give natural curl more definition with the help of a 1/2-inch curling iron.
Start with a heat protectant, and finish with a spritz of curl refreshing spray for hold.
A deepside partwith layers that hit just below the chin gives the cascading look we all love.
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Wispy Layers
These subtle layers frame the face and look great with straight hair.
Thislong bob lengthis universally flattering.
Summer Hair
Babylights give these shoulder-length curls a vacation vibe.
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Part on the side for extra oomph at the crown.
Face-Framing Lob
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It’s all about the face-framing layers with this mid-length cut.
This shorter cut might be more appealing to those who prefer short hair.
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It’s undeniable that this style is ultra-flattering and works for all face shapes.
Sweep hair to one side for a tousled look, and kick it up with a fun blonde color.
Give straight hair some texture with a bit of texturizing spray.
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Straight Classic
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A straight shoulder-length cut is a classic.
This one-length style has no layers, creating a sleek finish.
For sleek, chic hair, use a heat protectant spray before blow-drying.
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Smooth with a flat iron, and apply a shine serum for a glossy finish.
Classic Lob
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Turn up the style on your mom’s classic lob.
Light layers and volumizing styling products really let you customize the level of volume you desire.
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Balayage adds gradual highlights that are easy to maintain.
A middle part and light waves keep it classy.
Subtle ombre color easily grows out.
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Layered Shoulder-Length Cut
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Layers add lots of swing to a shoulder-length cut.
This is the mid-length hair we dream about.
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Not too short and not too longthese are just right.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mid-length hair is versatile.
It works for many types of hair, from curly to textured to thin.
It defines curls, transitions short to long hair, and can be styled numerous ways.
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Layers add volume and texture to shoulder-length hair.
They give it a natural shape with body and movement.
Layered hair may require more maintenance than hair that is all one length.
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