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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Shelley Regner

This medium length hairdo is jagged cut through the length and long layers creating a textured look and feel that is easy to style with a little product. Regular trims every 4-6 weeks is needed to prevent split ends.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes
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Shirley Manson

This is a great hairstyle for those looking for a style to turn heads. Medium to long layers are cut around the back and sides which helps give this look body and fullness.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Medium Curly

This stunning copper mane is layered all through the back and sides allowing the bounce and movement of the curls added to give this look plenty of shape. This hairstyle is best suited for those looking for a fun and flirty look to compliment a long face shape.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Medium Wavy

This is soft and sexy style that is best suited for those with fine to medium hair types. The medium to long layers cut around the back and sides encourage the bounce and movement of the waves added to the mid-lengths to ends to give this style shape.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Medium Wavy

This beautiful hairdo is styled into waves through the mid-lengths to ends making it perfect for those looking for a formal look to compliment a long face shape. This fantastic 'do is easy to re-create with the right tools and is perfect for any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Medium Wavy

Long layers cut all through the back and sides of this 'do allows bounce and boost of the waves added to the mid-lengths to ends giving this style plenty of shape and volume. This is great for those with fine hair looking for a style to compliment a long face shape. The smooth bangs frame the face and complete the over-all look perfectly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Formal Medium Straight

Slick and smooth is what this hairstyle is about. The edges are jagged cut to maintain a textured finish to the ends while the top is teased to create height at the crown for a brilliant over-all finish. This sleek 'do is perfect for any occasion and will need regular trims.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes
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Formal Medium Wavy

This blonde bombshell 'do is styled into soft waves through the back and sides to give this simple style shape and movement. This is easy to achieve on fine to medium hair types and is great for any occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes
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Formal Medium Curly

This curly do is layered through the back and sides to encourage the bounce and movement through the mid-lengths to ends. This voluptuous 'do is great for those with fine hair looking for a full bodied style to compliment a long face shape.

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

Defined waves added to the mid-lengths to ends of this dainty 'do gives the over-all hairstyle a touch of elegance and sex appeal. The long layers cut around the edges allows the waves to bounce and sit perfectly. This hairstyle will be great for any special occasion.

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