Neither too long nor too short, just the perfect length – that medium or shoulder-length hair. So, we picked the best medium hairstyles for women! The best part about this hair length is you can try any hairstyles that would not work on very short hair, but work on long hair; the best of both worlds.
Before You Get Started
- For busy people, medium-length hair will be easy to maintain, takes less time to dry, and can be easily styled.
- It can be hard to grow or maintain long hair after your 40s. Hair becomes thinner and coarser, and damages easily. If you have thick hair, opt for a shoulder-length trim that makes you look young and is easy to maintain.
- Trim your mid-length hair once every 6-8 weeks to keep your hairstyle fresh. Get a trim after 12 weeks if you plan to get a different haircut.
- Blow dry your hair and use a round brush to keep it tamed especially if your hair has a coarse texture. Roll the ends inwards to keep it neat and frame your face.
Find half updos, jagged bobs, sleek bobs, and messy buns, right here! Read on.
1. Deep Side-Part Wavy Lob
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When air-dried, a shoulder-length lob looks excellent, but wavy ends, as seen here, really amp up the style. To recreate the style, use a small-barreled curling iron; for an even more daring variation, add a combination of highlights and lowlights. Don’t forget to apply mousse to your hair before you start curling.
2. Wet Look
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The best thing about the wet look is how simple it is to do at home and how little heat is needed. All you need to do is part your hair in a side parting, backcomb the deep side of your hair, neatly comb the top, apply some gel on the top and bottom, and comb it down slick. Easy and elegant!
3. Sleek Bob:
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When it comes to her hairstyle, Model Natalia Vodianova is someone who will never shy to take a risk. Rocking a sleek no-fuss bob, the hairdo works well with formal attire as it does with casual wear. Supernova’s dewy skin and minimal eyes are the perfect combo for her red outfit – we love it.
Related: 42 Medium-Length Layered Hairstyles & Haircuts For Women
4. Jagged Bob:
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Scarlett Johansson – other than being our girl-crush – is our new hair pin-up. Seen here rocking a jagged bob, the Avenger actress looks absolutely stunning. Her middle parting lets her blonde tresses frame her face, accentuating her green eyes. If you have a diamond face like Scarlet’s, keep your bob little long, like above your collarbones, to avoid making your face look even longer.
5. Half Updo:
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Rocking the sexiest take on the medium length hair, Kate Mera tousles her layered cut into a half updo. The actress has given the hairstyle an off-side parting, a great texture, a cute ponytail at the back, and a gentle flick at the bottom of the head. And there’s absolutely nothing we don’t love about it.
Related: 60 Best Medium Length Haircuts For Thick Hair To Try In 2023
6. Messy Fishtail:
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With natural tones, shiny locks and a messy fishtail braids that could win wars – Erin Richards’ hairstyle is perfect for music festivals, weddings and parties. The Welsh actress’ caramel blonde shade makes us want to swap our hair color right away. On our way to master our plaiting skills.
7. Braids And Bangs:
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Actress Amy Okuda demonstrates how to be versatile with braids, soft bangs and medium-length bob in one hairstyle. Nope, we are not complaining! The perfect night out style for medium haired gals, the braids and sexy locks are full of glossy texture. We adore the bangs, which accentuates her facial features, and her thin braids on the crown – another trend that feels very 2015.
Related: 40 Easy And Stylish Hairstyles For Medium-Length Hair
8. Braided Bun:
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Plainly stated, the sleek low bun looks stunning on actress Vanessa Hudgens. With the addition of the simple braid intertwined in the bun, the updo is pretty much perfect. To play copycat with this braided bun, plait your hair and wrap it around like a regular bun. The finished product? A funky yet trendy bun with plenty of details.
Did You Know? There are more than 50 different designs of braided bun for you to experiment with, including box braided bun, braided high bun, Dutch braid bun, and crown braided bun.
9. Swooped Side Braid:
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Isn’t this head of hair really something? We think so, too. Christine Teigen’s ombre wavy bob with swooped side braid is one of the best hairdos we’ve seen. Classy and filled with edginess – the hot side-swept bangs give Christine’s bob some major boost. We’ll be taking this one to our hairdressers. Pronto!
Related: 50 Beautiful And Trendy Hairstyles For Shoulder Length Hair
10. High Pony:
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High at the back, bouffant in front, actress, Kate Beckinsale’s high ponytail has taken a retro turn. To recreate this bed-head style, apply some volume serum, backcomb your hair from the top section and pull your hair up into an undone ponytail. Remember, the more flyaways, the better!
11. Wavy Side Bun:
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Actress Amy Adams channelled ladylike chic with a loose, sophisticated bun at the Annual Golden Globe Awards. The wavy side bun was the perfect complement to Amy’s glowing complexion, dangling earrings and strapless mermaid-style Marchesa gown. Top marks!
Related: 32 Best Volumizing Medium Length Hairstyles For Thin Hair StyleCraze Says Alternatively, you can use different and eye-catching hair accessories such as rose hair clip, peacock claw hair clip, crystal flower hair clip, or golden and white pearl side comb hair clip.
12. Messy High Bun:
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Actress Marion Cotillard attended the Cannes Film Festival with a winning high bun in place. The messy updo is easier than you’d think – just gather your hair into a messy bun on top of your head and cover it with elastic.
Infographic: Benefits Of Medium And Shoulder-Length Hair
We are sure the hairstyles above have already inspired you enough to have medium or shoulder-length hair. But if the thought of having to maintain the hair of this length is holding you back, we are here to help. Below is an infographic that will tell you why one should grow or cut one’s hair to this length. Scroll down to get convinced!
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Medium or shoulder-length hair has been trendy for decades. According to fashion critics and enthusiasts, it is the ultimate not-too-short, not-too-long haircut. The ends of your hair are usually cut at your upper arms or collarbones in a medium cut. This hairstyle is appropriate for many hair textures and hair types, like curly, wavy, straight, and natural hair. It is also more low-maintenance than long hair and suits all facial shapes. Check out these lovely and fashionable medium hairstyles to gain ideas for your next salon visit.
