Apparently, mid-length hairstyles are the hot-girls of haircuts right now. Why? Well, it’s the happy medium we all need every once in a while. Not sure whether to grow your hair XXL, or cut it into a short crop or swishy bob? Perhaps you’re in that mid-length growth rut that many of us get cursed with. Either way, mid-length hair is the perfect in-between length, because it give you a bit of everything.
Want a flirty shoulder-grazing cut that shows off a little collarbone action? Mid-length hairstyles hit right at that sweet spot. Still want enough room to access all the cute hairstyles that are currently trending (think swishy layers, bouncy blow-dries and curtain bangs)? Mid-length hair will see you straight there, too.
Looking for versatile and a lower-maintenance stylish option without compromising too much length? You got it: it’s the mid-length cut.
Still on the fence? One major benefit to mid-length hairstyles (especially if you’re going shorter, rather than growing it longer), is that it can leave hair looking so much healthier. A fresh chop that skims away dead ends can complete transform the look of hair, and make it look thicker, swishier and much more luxurious.
One of the main benefits of mid-length hair is how you can transform your cut from a sleek and straight to messy and tousled oh-so-easily. Plus, there is enough length to experiment with different hair accessories like hair clips, hairbands, and hats, to add some extra character to your look. All you need is a little creativity to switch up your style every day.
Another pro? It works beautifully on all hair textures, whether you want a poker-straight lob, a curly mane, to unleash your natural coils or messy waves. Throw in a styling tool, and we’ve been loving the glossy-glam mid-length Hollywood waves that Kaia Gerber, Miya Cech and Ashley Park have been serving up. Or, look to OG supers like Cindy Crawford who have remixed the supermodel blow dry alongside a sexy clavicle-sweeping midi cut. In fact some of this season’s biggest hair trends work best on mid-length hair, including The Rachel and The Shag.
What’s the best haircut for shoulder-length hair?
Fortunately, the mid-length chop is a versatile one. Whether you’re going for classic and elegant, layered and lively or cutting in some bangs – pretty much anything is possible with this hair length.
When deciding, ask yourself:
- What is your hair texture?
- Do you have a lot of hair or just a little?
- How much time do you want to or can you spend on styling your hair in everyday life?
- Would you like to wear your hair longer again after this hairstyle?
