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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Autumn Reeser Hairstyle

This dainty 'do sits beautifully on the shoulders showing off the long layers cut through the back and sides which adds movement and bounce to the over-all look. This superb hairstyle will be great for any occasion and is best suited for those with fine to medium hair types.

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

This hot copper hairdo has only soft waves added to the mid-lengths to ends for shape and movement. This also makes the highlights added to the front and sides more obvious for a stunning finish to a simple style. Regular trims is needed to prevent split ends.

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

This is a funky soft style for Barbara from the 5th Annual People En Espanol 50 Most Beautiful Gala. The length has been left below shoulder level and the top and sides have been angle layered short to create this full, round, curly shape. This style will work best on medium to thick hair types and naturally curly hair.

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

The lovely and sexy Ms. Streisand has always had the perfect hairstyle to complement her look. Barbra's length has been left at shoulder level and angled layers have been cut through her top section to add body to this fun and creative design.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Salon Hairstyle

The length of this bold copper hairstyle is blunt cut with jagged cut layers added to the front and sides for contrast. The bangs are angled down to frame the top and sides of the face for a splendid and sexy finish. This hairstyle is best suited for those with naturally straight hair.

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

This beautiful bob is cut to frame the shoulders showing off the wispy layers cut through the front to compliment the face. The bangs are jagged cut and blend into the side layers for a sleek and stunning finish. Regular trims will keep this style in shape and prevent split ends.

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

This elegant style is a great option for any event. The Back: has plenty of layers to achieve bounce and body up to the crown. The Sides: have been layered up to the shorter layers through the top to create height and movement.

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

This hairstyle is great for a night out and is very easy to maintain with regular trims. The Back: features layers throughout to achieve body and movement for the style. The Sides: the layers have been cut from the shorter layers through the top and blended down to the edges. The bangs are also a great feature of this style as they form a nice frame for the face.

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

These lovely dark brown locks are blow-waved smooth with the ends slightly flicked out showing off the jagged cut ends. This is a great hairstyle for any occasion and can be easily re-created at home with the right tools and products. Regular trims is needed every 4-6 weeks to maintain a healthy look and feel.

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

This medium length hairdo is blow-waved from root to tip adding a soft movement to the ends for a fancy look and feel. This look will be perfect for those with fine to medium hair looking for a style with shape. A little product is needed for hold and shine as well as regular trims to prevent spit ends.

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