Raise your hand if you have been eyeing the long shag cut for a while now. Same, honestly, and I cut hair for a living so that is really saying something. There is just something about all those layers and that movement that gets me every single time.
The shaggy haircut is one of those styles that sounds simple but does so much for your hair. More volume, more texture, more personality, without losing your length. I rounded up some of my absolute favorite versions below because picking just one felt impossible.
Dark Root Icy Platinum Shag with Curtain Bangs
Dark roots into icy platinum is such a striking combination and I love it on a long shag. Curtain bangs give this look a really beautiful soft framing around the face. The wavy layers have so much volume and body to them. It is bold but still completely wearable for everyday. This is the kind of cut that people stop you on the street to ask about.
Deep Wine Red Wavy Shag with Fringe
That color is so rich and deep, I love it so much. The fringe bangs are soft and they just blend right into the layers. Wavy texture is what makes a shag look this good, in my opinion. I would show this picture to my stylist without even hesitating. It is a really good one for people who have natural waves already.
Vivid Pumpkin Orange Choppy Shag
Pumpkin orange hair on a long choppy shag is such a fun, fearless look. The tousled undone texture makes every single layer visible which I think is perfect for a vivid color like this. Fringe bangs tie the whole look together and keep it from feeling too wild. If you want a fashion color, a long shag is genuinely one of the best cuts to pair with it. This one is so much fun.
Cool Mushroom Taupe Shag with Full Fringe Bangs
Cool mushroom taupe is such an underrated hair color and I want more people to try it. Full fringe bangs done softly like this blend really naturally into all the layers. Loose waves through the lengths give the whole style a soft, effortless finish. It is a low maintenance color that still feels really current and intentional. A really great choice for someone who wants something a little different.
Steel Gray Wavy Glam Shag with Full Fringe
Steel gray on a long wavy shag looks so glamorous to me. The full blunt fringe bangs are really chic against that silvery tone. Long wavy layers have an almost old Hollywood quality that I find so beautiful. It is a bold color choice but the styling makes it feel polished and intentional. Really stunning look overall.
Dark Chocolate Curly Long Shag
Curly girls, this one is for you. I get so happy when I see a shag cut done right on curly hair. The layers here are working with the curls instead of fighting them, which is so important. Short curly fringe is a bold choice but it totally works on this cut. Anyone with thick curls would look amazing with this style.
Jet Black Shag with Blunt Fringe
Jet black hair with a blunt fringe is such a classic look. I think this is one of those haircuts that will never go out of style. The bangs hit just above the brows which is a really flattering length. It has a little bit of an edge to it without being too out there. Thicker straight hair would do really well with this cut.
Dark Root to Caramel Balayage Flipped Layer Shag
Those flipped ends are so pretty, I cannot stop looking at them. The color goes from a dark root all the way down to this warm golden caramel and it is gorgeous. I love when layers have that much volume and bounce in them. This one is a bit more polished than your typical shag. It is great for someone who wants the layers but still likes things to look a little neat.
Jet Black Long Shag Mullet with Curtain Bangs
The long shag mullet is everywhere right now and I am not mad about it at all. Curtain bangs with all those wispy choppy layers is such a cool combination. Jet black makes every single layer show up so clearly. It looks a little retro and a little modern at the same time. I think this would look amazing on someone who wants a cut with some real personality.
Copper Windswept Long Layered Shag
That copper color is stunning, I mean truly stunning. The layers are so full and voluminous and they move so beautifully. Even styled all windswept like this it still looks completely intentional. I always say thick hair looks its absolute best with a long layered shag. This picture is exactly the reason why I say that.
Caramel Balayage Shag with Grown Out Bangs
The side curtain bangs here just sweep right across the forehead and disappear into the rest of the hair. Dark root into warm caramel is rich and dimensional without being overdone. Long wavy layers let all that color move around really beautifully. I love how this photographs because the dimension shows up so well. It is a cut that looks great in pictures and in person.
Dark Espresso Choppy Shag with Wispy Fringe
Wispy fringe bangs are one of my favorite things to cut right now. This look is super wearable and easy to style on a daily basis. The dark espresso color is classic and goes with everything. Choppy layers give the whole thing a natural undone feel. For hair that is between straight and wavy, this is a really great option.
Dark Root Sandy Blonde Ombre Tousled Shag
Dark roots into sandy golden blonde is one of those color combos that just works every single time. The layers are long and tousled and they have this really effortless beachy quality to them. Side swept bangs are soft and low maintenance here. I think wavy and straight hair both suit this look really well. It is a good choice for someone who wants bold color results without too much upkeep.
Dark Root to Caramel Balayage Wavy Shag with Curtain Bangs
Curtain bangs and beachy waves are a combination I will never get tired of. The color here is so pretty, dark roots melting into warm caramel through the lengths. It looks just as good air dried as it does with any heat styling. I think this works on pretty much every face shape too. Honestly one of my top picks in this whole list.
Warm Cognac Butterfly Cut Long Shag
The butterfly cut is still going strong and this is a really beautiful example of it. Those front layers are so much shorter than the rest and they curl right in toward the face. The warm cognac color adds so much richness to the whole look. Straight and slightly wavy hair types would get so much bounce from this cut. I love how much shape it gives without looking overdone.
Espresso Brown Sleek Shag with Rosy Shimmer
Not every shag has to be messy, and this one proves that. The color is a deep espresso brown with this really subtle rosy shimmer that I just love. Side swept bangs keep everything looking soft and polished. It is a more refined take on the shaggy style. People with straight hair would really shine in this cut.
Icy Platinum Feathered Long Shag
Icy platinum with dark roots and feathered shag layers is giving me all the 70s vibes. The ends have this really light airy quality to them that I love. Side swept bangs tie the whole thing together really nicely. This style works especially well for fine to medium hair that needs a little more volume. The feathering makes everything look so full and bouncy.
Dark Brown with Ash-Toned Highlights Wavy Shag
Cool ash highlights in a dark brown base give such a unique smoky finish. I do not see this combination very often and I think that is a shame because it is so pretty. The layers have really nice natural movement to them. Wispy side bangs keep everything feeling soft and easy. It is a good choice for someone who wants something a little different from the usual brunette highlight look.
Strawberry Copper Lived-In Long Shag
This strawberry copper color looks so natural and warm, I love it. The long tousled layers have that perfect grown out quality to them. No bangs on this one, which means all the attention goes straight to the color and the movement. It is one of those cuts that just seems to get better over time. Really good for someone who likes a low maintenance style that still looks great.
Copper Root to Golden Blonde Ombre Wavy Shag
The color on this one goes from warm copper at the roots all the way to golden blonde at the ends. It looks so sun kissed and natural, like you spent all summer outside. Long beachy layers let all that color move around beautifully. There are no bangs and no fuss and I think that is exactly right for this style. It practically styles itself, which is always a good thing.
Warm Copper Auburn with Golden Highlights Layered Shag
This copper auburn color with golden highlights is absolutely gorgeous. The layers are long and really beautifully cut with great movement all the way through. Side swept styling lets you see every bit of that color dimension. It leans more polished than messy, which I think is a nice change of pace for a shag. Really good for someone who wants the shape and volume without the undone finish.
Cool Mushroom Blonde Wavy Shag with Full Fringe
Mushroom blonde is having such a big moment right now. That cool taupe tone is so unique and flattering on so many different skin tones. Full fringe bangs with long wavy layers give this a really romantic soft feel. The waves look totally natural and easy. I keep recommending this color combo to clients because it really is that good.
Peachy Strawberry Copper Feathered Long Shag
This color is so soft and delicate, like a warm peachy pink that is also a little bit red. The long feathered layers feel really light and airy throughout. Wispy side swept bangs blend right into the rest of the style without much effort. It is a great pick for someone who wants a warm reddish tone without anything too intense or bold. Really pretty for spring and summer especially.
Warm Sandy Honey Blonde Long Shag with Wispy Side Bangs
This warm sandy honey blonde looks like it could genuinely be someone’s natural hair color. The wispy side fringe grazes the forehead in such a flattering way. Long layers have great movement and the whole thing looks really easy to wear. I recommend this color range to clients constantly because it works on so many people. It is just a really solid all around look.
Near-Black to Ash Brown Ombre Tousled Shag
This dark to ash brown ombre is giving cool girl energy without even trying. The curtain bangs at the top are a little textured and undone which adds to the vibe. Layers through the lengths have really nice natural movement. It is a good step for someone who wants to lighten up from solid dark hair without going too drastic all at once. I think this suits people who like things effortless and low key.
Icy Silver Platinum Edgy Shag Mullet
This is not a subtle look and that is exactly the point. Icy silver platinum with a heavily layered mullet shag and blunt fringe bangs is giving serious rock star energy. The texture is deliberately choppy and undone throughout. I love when someone commits fully to a bold haircut like this. It is very fashion forward and really fun to look at.
Warm Chestnut Butterfly Cut Shag
Those face framing layers at the front flip out in such a bouncy, beautiful way. The warm chestnut brown is a really rich and flattering color on so many different skin tones. Without any bangs, the shape of the cut itself gets all the attention. I think this looks like a really high effort cut but it is actually pretty manageable to keep up with. Big fan of this one.
Pastel Rose Gold Long Shag
This pastel rose gold color is honestly so dreamy. It is soft and peachy pink without being too loud or too washed out. Long straight layers with a soft side swept fringe work really well with this color. The shag cut gives it just enough edge to balance out the softness of the color. Really good choice for someone curious about fashion colors but not ready to go super bold.
Deep Espresso Brown Shag with Caramel Highlights and Curtain Bangs
Deep espresso with warm caramel highlights is such a rich and beautiful combination. The curtain bangs here are a little longer and more dramatic than the classic version and I love them. Choppy layers throughout give so much dimension and movement to the whole style. This works really well for thick wavy hair that has a lot to work with. It is a really lush, full looking cut.
Warm Brunette Effortless Shag with Side Part
Sometimes a natural looking cut is just the most beautiful thing. Warm medium brown with a side parted curtain fringe and long straight layers is so quietly pretty. There is not a lot of drama here but it just always looks good. I think cuts like this are underrated because they work every single day without much effort. Really wearable and really lovely.
Warm Cinnamon Auburn Butterfly Shag
That cinnamon auburn color is so warm and spicy and I love it. The butterfly style layers flip out at the ends and create so much fullness and volume. Side swept bangs add a soft touch without taking anything away from those gorgeous layers. The color looks even more vivid because of all the movement in the cut. It is a really eye catching style overall.
Dark Root to Sandy Blonde Balayage Wavy Shag
Wispy curtain bangs with dark roots and sandy blonde balayage waves is a look that just never fails. The waves are loose and natural and give the layers a lot of nice definition. It is a really easy style to maintain between color appointments. I love how the length is dramatic enough to really show off all the layers. Classic and beautiful, honestly.
Blue-Black Edgy Long Shag Mullet
This blue black color is so deep it almost looks iridescent in certain light. Extremely choppy pin straight layers with blunt fringe bangs give this a very intentional, edgy feel. The length through the back is long and dramatic. I think this is a great cut for someone who genuinely wants their hair to make a statement. It is bold and I love that about it.
Espresso Brown Choppy Shag with Side Curtain Bangs
This is a really natural, approachable take on the long shag. Dark espresso brown with cool undertones is a beautiful base color for all those choppy layers. The side curtain bangs have just the right amount of fringe without covering too much of the face. I think a wide range of hair textures would work really well with this style. It is an everyday shag that just always looks put together.
Dark Root to Caramel Honey Ombre Wavy Shag
Long beachy waves on a dark to caramel honey ombre are reliably one of the most beautiful things I know. Curtain bangs here are wispy and soft and they suit the rest of the style perfectly. The overall length is really dramatic, well past the collarbone, which gives the layers so much room to look amazing. I love this one for someone who wants length and shape at the same time. Really pretty.
Icy Silver-White Shaggy Wolf Cut with Fringe
Icy silver white on a long choppy wolf cut shag is such a cool girl look. The blunt fringe bangs are cut really precisely which creates a nice contrast with the more tousled layers below. Fine to medium hair would benefit so much from this cut because the layers create the illusion of real volume. It is one of those styles that looks like a lot more hair than it actually is. Really clever cut.
Silver Lavender Medium Shag with Blunt Fringe
This silver lavender tone is so soft and pretty, right in between a true silver and a pastel purple. The medium length shag layers are choppy and textured all the way through. Blunt fringe bangs are cut really cleanly which gives the look a modern feel. It is a great option for someone who wants a fashion color that still feels a little understated. I really like this one a lot.
