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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Alex Burstein
This medium length hairstyle sits perfectly on the shoulders to show off the layers cut through the edges to create texture and shape which allows the flicks to sit out for shape and style. This hairdo will be great for any special occasion and shows how versatile a medium length do can be.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Cyndi Lauper
Graduated layers cut through the back and sides creates maximum height and bounce for this full bodied finish. This will be perfect for those looking for a big and bold hairstyle to turn heads.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Maria Elena Salinas
Medium to long layers cut through the sides and back of this stunning hairdo allows bounce and body which is perfect for those looking for a gorgeous 'do to balance out a long face shape. The creative color work adds spice to the 'do and completes it beautifully.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Adrianne Palicki
This elegant hairdo sits perfectly on the shoulders to enhance the gorgeous waves which is made possible thanks to the long layers cut into the edge through the sides and back. This look will be perfect for any special occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Paula Deen
This full bodied hairstyle has plenty of width and height thanks to the uniform layers cut all through the back, sides and top for a well balanced finish. The roots will need to be teased for height and control. This gorgeous 'do is perfect for any special occasion adn will need ample time to re-create.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, Heart, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Carrie Preston
This medium length hairstyle has tousled layers through the back thanks to the medium to long layers cut through to create movement and shape. The vibrant color was enough to turn any head, and completed the look superbly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Julia Jones
This medium length mane sits perfectly on the shoulders to allow the soft voluminous waves to create body and width to this look which makes it perfect for those with long face shapes.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, Heart, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Taylor Dayne
This medium length look sits on the shoulders with plenty of width and body which is perfect for those looking for a full bodied 'do to compliment a long face shape. This hairstyle is 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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Madonna
This elegant hairstyle sits on the shoulders to compliment any long face shape or a broad jaw-line with its graceful waves added to the mid-lengths to ends. This creates a soft sexy look which is great for any special occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Clementine Ford
This stunning 'do has long subtle layers cut through the edges to enhance the bounce of the waves which are added to the mid-lengths to ends to create body and fullness for a fantastic finish. This brilliant hairstyle is perfect for those with long face shapes looking for a style with glam and grace.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
