Formal Medium Hairstyles
A formal medium hairstyle can be described as tailored, structured, elegant and grand looking. It's the kind of hairstyle you'd wear to a formal occasion such as a wedding, prom, the Academy Awards, or any important function that requires dressing up. These hairstyles vary from soft layered looks to one length cuts; from smooth flicks to pulled back half up styles. Shapes can vary depending on the hair cut and styling technique of the day.
Depending on the texture and desired result, a whole range of styling products and aids are used; for example, hair rollers, curling tongs, ceramic irons, pins, and clips. Styling time varies from 30 to 90 minutes.
Formal medium hairstyles are great because they're not too long, meaning they won't get in the way and spoil gowns with higher necks or collars. Medium hairstyles are also just long enough to pop up in a bun or a twist, without your hairstylist trying to work out what to do with any excess hair (as is the case with long hairstyles).
Hairstyle Textures
Below are the available hairstyle textures for Formal Medium Hairstyles. Click on the buttons below to see the specific hairdos for each texture.
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Karina Smirnoff Hairstyle
This fabulous 'do is all about volume and bounce. The medium to long layers cut around the back and sides allows the curls to bounce creating body and volume which is perfect for those looking for a hairstyle to compliment a long face shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Brooke Burns Hairstyle
This elegant 'do is great for any occasion. The medium to long layers cut around the back and sides encourage the bounce and body which makes this hairstyle perfect for those with long or narrow face shapes.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Mariska Hargitay Hairstyle
This beautiful copper hairstyle sits neatly on the shoulders showing off the medium to long layers cut around the sides and back to allow movement and enhance the bounce. This look is great for any occasion and best suited for those with fine to medium hair types.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
Wispy cut edges around the sides and back allows the soft flick through the edges for a feathered look and feel. The layers cut around the front compliment the jaw-line and adds shape to the frame of the face. Blunt cut bangs sit perfectly at eye-level to complete the over-all hairstyle elegantly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Carmit Bachar Hairstyle
This fiery 'do will turn any head and stop any crowd with it's red hot color applied to a simple cut to make it stand out. The ends are jagged cut to soften the edge which adds shape to this classic bob for a gorgeous finish. This color is perfect for those with warm complexions and round face shapes.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
The stunning layers cut around the sides and back of this hairstyle gives it plenty of shape and attitude which is great for those looking for a fancy hairstyle to compliment a long face shape. The brilliant color work adds contrast to complete the over-all style perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Carla Gugino Hairstyle
This medium length 'do is great for those looking for a medium length hairstyle with attitude. The uniform layers cut all over form this this fabulous shape which is best suited for those with fine to medium hair. The bangs add softness to the over-all style and completes the look brilliantly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, Diamond, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Kelly Osbourne Hairstyle
These golden blonde locks sit beautifully to frame the face thanks to the layers cut around the sides and back which adds volume and bounce for a brilliant finish. This medium length hairstyle is easy to achieve with hot rollers or a large curling iron.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
This fantastic hairstyle sits beautifully to frame the jaw-line with its wispy cut layers which encourage bounce and movement to the mid-lengths to ends. The vibrant color of this hairstyle will definitely turns heads and will need to be maintained every 4-6 weeks.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Claire Danes Hairstyle
This dainty 'do is blow-dried to let the ends flick out and sit perfectly to frame the shoulders and compliment the face. This is a soft and sexy hairstyle great for any occasion and best suited for those with long face shapes. Regular trims is needed to keep this style is shape and avoid split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
