Formal Medium Wavy Hairstyles

A formal medium wavy hairstyle can be described as tailored, structured and elegant looking. It's the kind of hairstyle you'd wear to an important function that requires dressing up. These hairstyles vary from soft layered looks to one length cuts. Shapes can vary; for example bangs can change the appearance of the face shape and shorter top layers can add height and body. Natural waves react extremely well to layer cutting, which eliminates weight from the hair and makes it much easier to style. Waves are usually molded into shape using rollers or heat appliances. Natural waves can be styled using scrunching techniques and styling products for shape and hold. Medium length hair is the classic length, and waves soften and dress up the look ever so well.

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Julianne Hough Hairstyle

This stunning hairdo is styled into waves through the mid-lengths to ends adding plenty of movement and shape which is best suited to compliment a long face shape. This formal hairstyle is perfect for any special occasion and can be easily maintained with regular trims.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Jurnee Smollett Hairstyle

These thick locks are dressed in sexy waves through the mid-lengths to ends allowing it to sit beautifully on the shoulders for a fab and formal look and feel. This hairstyle is easy to re-create and is perfect for those with thick locks looking for a style to turn heads at any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Karina Smirnoff Hairstyle

Beautiful long layers cut around the sides and back of this medium length hairstyle adds movement and fullness. Long sexy bangs are added to sweep diagonally to compliment the face and completes the look brilliantly. This hairstyle will be perfect for any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Karine Vanasse Hairstyle

This sweet and dainty hairdo is styled into curls though the back and sides for bounce and movement. The bangs are blow-waved smooth to frame the face and completes the over-all style perfectly. This look is great for any occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Kate Hudson Hairstyle

This glamorous hairstyle is definitely one to turn heads. The large defined waves sit beautifully on the shoulders thanks to the long layers cut through the edges to enlighten the ends. This 'do will be perfect for any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Kate Linder Hairstyle

Kate look gorgeous with her locks styled in large loose waves to compliment her face. The layers cut around the sides and back created plenty of movement and body which makes this hairstyle perfect for those with long face shapes.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Katharine McPhee Hairstyle

This cute and cosy hairstyle has a combination of medium to long layers cut through the back and sides to encourage the movement and bounce of the waves added for shape and style. The bangs are smoothed down to compliment the face and adds contrast to the over-all look.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Katherine Jenkins Hairstyle

This medium dainty 'do is dressed in waves through the mid-lengths to ends giving this style a classic look and feel. This is easy to re-create with the right tools and products and perfect for those looking for a fancy hairstyle to compliment a long face shape.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Salon Hairstyle

This short fancy 'do is tapered into the sides and back giving this look plenty of shape and style. The top layers are jagged cut for texture and easy styling. This look is great for those looking for a fun 'do to compliment a round face.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes
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Salon Hairstyle

This glossy hairdo is layered through the sides and back to encourage movement through the mid-lengths to ends and the blunt cut bangs are smoothed down on the face to complete the over all style brilliantly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes