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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Salon Hairstyle
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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Salon Hairstyle
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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Salon Hairstyle
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 Hairstyle
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 -
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Sophia Loren Hairstyle
This full bodied look has been textured to take out weight for a feathered finish. The roots are teased to achieve height and lift while the side layers are pieced out for definition and shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Sophia Myles Hairstyle
This was a short and sweet look for Sophia Myles at the Paley Center Events for Media 2008 featuring "Moonlight" Event. Her chin length bob was flicked out on one side while the other side lay flat to achieve an asymmetric shape. To complete her amazing look, highlights were added as a stunning feature.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Stana Katic Hairstyle
This bouncy 'do is thanks to the layers cut around the back and sides which encourage the curls and waves. This is great for those with fine hair looking for full bodied hairstyle to compliment a long face shape. This look is easy to re-create with a curling iron.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, Heart, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Star Jones Hairstyle
The shaping layers cut around the sides and back encourage the movement and bounce of the waves added to the mid-lengths to ends of this gorgeous 'do. This is easy to achieve with a blow-wave or hot rollers. This hairstyle is great for any occasion and will need product for shine and hold.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
This beautiful chestnut brown bob has been set rollers and styled into a classic shape to wow the crowds and impress onlookers. This is easy to re-create on fine to medium hair types and is great for any special occasion. Regular trims will make this style easy to maintain and prevent split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Stephanie Umoh Hairstyle
A combination of medium to long layers cut all around the back and sides of this look create a well balanced shape of even curls. This is best suited for those with naturally tight curly hair and will need regular trims to maintain the shape and to avoid split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
