If you want hair that’s not too casual or too fancy, the classic long shag cut could suit you this year. What was popular in rock fashion decades ago is now back, fresh and detailed, to suit every face type and skin tone. Looking for soft curtain bangs, voluminous choppy layers or a new style for women with wavy or fine hair? This cut has changed to match our stylish and practical world.
In the article, we will look at the real-life inspiration for this year’s popular shag haircut, highlighting six stylish examples to see how it works for everyday wear. Chic, wearable styles are available to women between the age of 25 and 55 in the U.S., thanks to these haircuts that range from short to long and bouncy.
Romantic Rock Layers and Glam with a Side Part
This hairstyle shows all the key features of the modern shag. On the ultra-deep side, layers zigzag across the face and flow past the shoulders, the hair finish looking straight and smooth. It’s polished, confident, and edgy without effort. Picks for women who want a longer style that isn’t too heavy.
The highlight of this style is how many ways it can be styled. If you’re after bouncy hair, dry it with a round brush or just leave your hair air-dried and done up with texturizing cream for a carefree, chic finish. People with fine hair look especially good in this cut, as the layers help add more volume instantly.
Casual Waves with Bangs and Rocker Texture
There’s a real allure to wearing your hair this way, without worrying about it much. Thanks to soft bangs and choppy layers, this style gives plenty of volume without appearing too messy. Perfect for ladies who hope for body but not bulk, plus some attitude in their tenderness.
Fine hair types can gain visual volume when embracing the dream style through different textures. Getting bangs cut into fine hair is a nice way to highlight the face. Either way, use a diffuser to give yourself some ‘barely there’ beachy waves that look stunning any time of year.
Auburn Shag with Soft Curtain Bangs
A warm auburn shag with the curtain bangs style is both lovely and in style. The short, choppy layers create a soft wave and the long fringe beautifully h angles the eyelids. The shine from gold looks very nice on sung in spring and fall.
For people wanting to know how to wear this look, go for curls with a big barrel iron, leaving the tips straight. Here’s a lovely choice for women who want bangs but prefer an easy-to-care-for cut. It’s the perfect marriage of softness and structure.
Two-Tone Volume with Retro Curls and Bangs
By doing this bold and full hairstyle, the long shag looks bold and truly memorable. Pairing honey blonde with black makes the look stand out and the full bangs with voluminous waves finish it off with a glamorous retro tone. Women who appreciate the past but want their styles to look modern will love this confident look.
Due to its exciting shape and two-toned color, this style is popular with people who like to try different looks. You can also work your curly hair with hot rollers or curling irons which makes the wavy layers more noticeably bouncy and curly.
Airy Shag with Feminine Texture and Side Sweep
A wonderful example of soft and feminine shag features bangs, layers and plenty of volume. Anyone over 60 or who just wants to look their best with minimal effort should try a side-swept fringe and messy hair.
The great thing about this raw material is its versatility. Waving your hair demands no special skills—whether it forms loose waves naturally or becomes wavy with a tool, you can’t go wrong. What’s nice for those with refined hair is that this cut can bring the elevated look they’d like, without the need for bulky extensions or styling tools.
Playful Pink Layers with Full Curtain Bangs
If you’ve ever hoped to combine energy with tender romance, this long pink shag is perfect for you. Well-textured ends, airy body and all-encompassing curtain bangs add a stylish touch to the look. In spite of the unusual shade, this cut is still very flexible.
This style looks amazing on straight hair, giving it shape and movement you won’t lose. Women looking for an artistic yet wearable new style will find this helpful. You can apply a little root powder at the crown for more volume and a wave spray on the tresses to highlight those layers better.
Soft Layers with Natural Curtain Bangs
With these bangs, you get lots of volume and never any additional bulk. Chunkier hair strands at the cheeks are combined with twisty, elongated curtain bangs that flow down the back. Thanks to the caramel and honey in the color, women who want to be light and yet well-shaped can find what they’re looking for.
This look is great for fine hair since the unfinished layers lift the style. Your styling choice can be round brush or mousse, because either way, this cut still looks great. Short haircuts are especially attractive for women past 60, since they can be modern, low-maintenance and stylish.
Effortless Chic with Textured Waves and Baby Bangs
Bangs aren’t always heavy to be effective—this look is proof. The hair overall has a wavy and relaxed look, but the small, rounded fringe about the eyes sets them apart and gives them shape. Anyone wanting to keep their hair simple would love this cut.
Designed for those who love a natural look, this shag embraces flaws as its main highlight. It looks most flattering on someone with choppy curly layers, because the hair’s texture has space to play and move. All you need to style this modern favorite is a spritz of salt spray and some fingering.
Modern Shag with French Girl Bangs
The light brown shag appears both pleasant and comfortably unrefined. The messy layers over the full fringe make the hairstyle look fashionable, especially when seen with the clean waves falling from the head. It’s an appearance that combines romance and coolness, a look ideal for creative people or artists.
The main difference between this cut and others is that it’s flexible. Hairstyles look fine both when smooth and when a little less formal. If you have fine hair, this becomes a perfect styler that won’t require heat damage. If you’re hoping to try out a standout look with bangs, this might be yours.
Red Shag with a Rocker Volume Cut and Blunt Bangs
Stand out with a fiery red shag that fully represents the bold look of modern hairstyles. The thick bangs end above the eyebrows, with the remaining hair full of lift and natural-looking wavy texture. It’s proudly bold and looks fantastic on all sorts of face shapes.
This is a great choice for ladies who prefer to look bold and intense yet don’t have to take care of their curls every day. No matter what your hair type is, you can style this cut any way you want. Pair it with a confident outfit and you’re unstoppable.
Platinum Shag with Soft Curtain Bangs
With its frosty, light-hearted look and feathery layers, this icy blonde shag is completed by sweeping curtain bangs. This hairstyle is girly, on-trend and perfect for anyone who likes to mix up how finished their makeup is.
Women who look for bold, elegant hairstyles will find this look works well with extra texture and a bit of volume near the roots. Foils are wonderful for older women who want a youthful-looking hairstyle. A shag stays lively-looking, even after it grows out slightly.
Jet Black Shag with Deep Texture and Fringe
The deep and interesting color of this all-black shag cannot be missed. The layers in this hairstyle make sure the bangs look beautiful and help highlight the cheekbones, as well as making the jaw easier. It’s quite theatrical, yet can be worn every day by people with many different styles.
Whatever your hair type is or if you prefer to use a loose curl wand, this look works well. It’s perfect for women seeking definition naturally and enough movement to burn calories without losing stability. If you want a little volume, add a bit of dry shampoo and you’re good to go.
Auburn Volume with Wispy Bangs
This shag with auburn hair mixes softness and shape in the best way. The bangs are swept to the side and styled so they barely open the face and the choppy layers give the hair body all over. If you want to boost your hair’s natural body and add some attitude, this is a great look for you.
By using a light texturizing product or dry shampoo, you can style this look. Wavy hair loves this type of style and it can work well on both thin and thick textures. This shade is perfect for fall or winter as it adds nice warmth and richness to your looks.
Blonde Shag with Textured Curtain Bangs
This look is bright, airy and keeps the shag looking happily tousled. The curtain is smoothly tucked into the layers which quickly gives a beachy touch that flatters those with oval or heart-shaped faces best.
If you don’t have time for styling each morning, this style is an ideal option. The choppy layers help style naturally wavy hair and add volume, especially to very fine hair. It’s both casual and current and the bangs are just effortless and look that way.
Shag with Curtain Fringe and Soft Waves
If you’re looking for relaxed luxury, the brunette shag is sure to impress. The longer sides of these bangs frame your face and the lined ends give the look some texture. It’s casual, low-maintenance, and endlessly flattering.
When styled right, this cut can fit in at work, for shopping and on dates—not to mention it gives the look of fuller hair to anyone who uses it. You won’t need long to style; if you use a wave wand or twist-dry, you’re finished in no time.
Rounded Fringe with Textured Chestnut Length
It mixes up a regular bangs cut with gently layered ends to produce a style that appears vintage and fashion-forward together. The curved fringe makes the eyes softer and the choppy layers around the ends and middle draw attention to your hairstyle.
This style adds style to thin hair, without making it too strict and masculine. Wearing it neat or unruly, this style keeps its form and can be allowed to grow out without too much trouble—making it ideal for busy women over 60.
Platinum Layers with Long Curtain Bangs
Soft, silky and with lots of movement in it, this pure platinum shag sparkles with both dimension and texture. Shorter, piecey layers are styled underneath, giving the cut more texture and movement in a sweet style from the past.
When your hair is straight or has loose waves from heat, this is a great look for you. It gives a fresh and light look that very suits women who want to look young and lively. For day-to-day style, couple it with cozy layers and colors like black or white.
Bold Volume with Shadowed Layers and Bangs
This shadow-toned shag looks very impressive. Being full through the entire length, this style features a thick fringe and layered ends that shape and accentuate the face. For women who want more visual body in their hairstyle, this option will work very well.
The tints in your hair heighten the shine and keep everything in place. It shows that volume plays a big role in shags with bangs. Styling with a mousse or a diffuser after a wash adds lots of natural lift, especially for those with wavy or curly hair.
Sleek Layers with Clean Curtain Bangs
With its smooth finish, the shag looks cooler than ever. There are just a few soft layers by the forehead, moving into neat, choppy sections that give the hair a nice shape with hardly any bulk. A smart option for straight hair, this haircut makes it soft and bouncy without making the hair too textured.
If you want a good-looking hairstyle that’s easy to manage, this option fits both younger and mature ladies. Whether you’re heading out for work or for brunch, it provides a trendy, balanced shape with hardly any work at all.
Rock-Chic Shag with Shattered Layers
The choppy, layered and edgy style of this cut makes it perfect for anyone who likes retro rock music. For women who like to stand out with their look, this dimensional color and natural shape work well in any haircut.
It’s especially convenient for people with thick or wavy hair because it provides airiness. When it’s time to style, apply some texture spray to make your hair bigger and separate its layers. It’s effortless and full of personality.
Natural Shag with Soft Waves and No Bangs
You don’t need bangs for your shag to make it striking. You can still get volume, style and a great look without bangs by doing this long, loosely layered cut. The uneven layers fall down in a soft wave, making it a good style for every day wear.
Many women with natural hair movements choose this cut, especially if they want a hassle-free hairstyle. Using a light curl cream or mousse can make curls pop, but won’t feel heavy.
Curly Shag with Fringe and Extra Length
Women and men with curls love this extra-long shag. The fringe is rounded and soft and the choppy layers really work better in a style that brings out the shape of the natural hair. You can see the place’s charm which is nicely blended with just the right measure of quirky touches.
Those after a long and full cut will find that this hairstyle keeps its shape without being excessive. Use it together with a diffuser and leave-in cream to shape your hair without losing curl shape.
Defined Waves with Classic Bangs
The shag is featured here combined with bangs that sit just above the forehead. The shortened, stacked ends provide volume that works best on medium to thick heads of hair.
It works for women at any age. Whatever method you use to dry your hair, the shape still looks good. Dry texture spray helps you achieve a casual style, but a little shine serum will give you a sophisticated finish.
Feathered Shag with Side Sweep
Are you looking for something soft yet edgy? This feathered shag will be your best choice. Keeping the hair parted on one side and draping the choppy layers and long fringe up front lifts the face in the perfect way.
This style is perfect for women who want extra volume but a style that is lightweight at the same time. Many people turn to buzzcuts when they want to keep the look of long hair but lose none of it. Air dry your hair and give it shape and a nice shine using either a flat iron or a round brush to style it.
Voluminous Blonde Curls with Shaggy Bangs
Long shag looks beautiful on anyone with curly hair. The loose fringe fades into loosely cut layers, giving lots of movement to the style without making everything seem heavy. Oval and heart-shaped faces look terrific in these cuts and this style is an excellent match for medium to thick curls on women.
When your hair is damp, put some mousse or curl styler in and allow it to air-dry or diffuse. Its shape helps curls stay in good places, giving you a playful, stylish look that’s easy to wear.
Wispy Curtain Bangs with Smoky Texture
The modern shag highlights both texture and balance using long, center-divided curtain bangs. The movement of the cut adds shape to the face, giving it a soft and feminine look ideal for women who like that style.
It works well on all types of hair—where there is less hair, use a brush at the roots for volume and on thicker hair, twist-dry for an easy-going hairstyle.
Layered Shag for Fine Hair with Airy Shape
A short chop or layers gives you all the texture you want, with very little weight. Because it’s perfect for fine layers, the shag adds bounce while maintaining an attractive and lightweight shape. Feathered bangs brush over the eyebrows, giving the whole style a look that’s reminiscent of a fashionable French girl.
You only need to spray dry shampoo and fluff it a bit to make your winter hair come to life. This one looks lovely as it grows, so it’s perfect for women wanting to cut down on trips to the salon.
Retro Fringe with Sunkissed Golden Tones
Use yellow highlights and sculpt the fringe to turn a long shag cut into a vintage style with a new look. While the fringe is clear and full, the many choppy layers above it give the ends extra lift and body. A small bend or wave emphasizes the beauty of this style the most.
Women who have wavy or straight hair and love some detail will find this trend on-screen and suitable for everyday life. Select a shirt you like and you can be cool actually without trying too much.
Shag with Auburn Shine and Classic Bangs
A sparkling dye blends with an elegant shape on this shag. The bold auburn color brightens the hair and the thick bangs shape the person’s face. A top chin length works marvelously for women with a rounder face, because it lengthens the face and adds variation to their look.
For a glamorous result, apply a shine serum and curl your hair using a wide-barrel wand, leaving a loose waved look behind. It’s simple, elegant and always seems right for any weather—a quiet crowd-pleaser for all seasons.
Brunette Shag with Flippy Fringe and Soft Texture
Let’s conclude this roundup with a light, shiny brunette shag you can easily wear. By mixing micro and classic bangs, the fringe gets a cool feel and choppy layers make bland straight hair more interesting. Women who hope to add more volume, but don’t want to go curly or have waves, may choose this cut.
It is very easy to style when you use it. Get a cute, easy look by running mousse through your hair and using your hands. If you prefer a retro vibe, grab a few hot rollers as well.
Subtle Shag with Layered Ends and Side Part
If you aren’t sure about shaggy hair, a soft and subtle style is a good place to start. Sweeping the hair to one side and cutting short, wavy layers makes the face frame appear perfect without too much bulk. For women with round and oval faces, it’s flattering, as the step is not too strong, meaning you’re not committed to full bangs.
Just blow dry it with a round brush and you’re ready for a timeless look with a modern touch. A center necklace or a graphic tee can make the look more stylish and minimal all at once.
Shaggy Texture with Micro Curtain Bangs
This haircut is a built-in shag style, with soft curtain bangs and loose layering that make it seem informal yet fashionable. It feels natural and needs little upkeep—perfect for those with wavy hair who like a cut that improves while drying naturally.
The useful thing about this shag is that a simple cut works for everyday events and it looks great with any simple or artistic outfit. Merge the ends at the back or add a little mousse when your hair is still wet and you’re good to leave.
Bold Shag with High Contrast Color and Layers
The main idea behind this shag is contrast and feeling confident. Firey copper dye with platinum blonde accents add extra flair and movement to the bold structured and chopped layers in front.
Whether your hair is curly or wavy, this works very well and you can also use a flat iron for extra texture if you like. Women who wish to draw attention and aren’t shy about strong, unusual silhouettes are sure to like it. To complete the look, apply a shine spray or dry texture balm for lots of dimension.
We’ve explored the standout and trendy versions of the Long Shag Haircut 2025 in this article. Regardless if your hair is curly, wavy or especially straight, the shag is still one of the simplest and trendiest haircuts for women right now.
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