355 STUNNING SHOULDER LENGTH MEDIUM HAIRSTYLES FOR WOMEN IN 2026
by TheHairStyler.comUpdated on November 25, 2010
You can wear medium hairstyles in a number of ways, in a variety of shapes and styles including straight, wavy or curly. You can change them totally on the fly and they won't get in the way and spoil gowns with higher necks or collars. Shoulder length hairdos 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. Medium hairstyles vary from geometric shapes and defined lines, and we provide hair information including face shape and hair texture to help you find the perfect medium hairdo that will look on you best. Our medium hairstyles include straight, wavy and curly hairstyles.
Medium straight hairstyles can be worn as an everyday look at work, home, or play. These hairstyles consist of precision cuts, one length looks, varying layer cuts, and razor cuts. Layered and razor cuts will require some styling effort, whereas a one length look relies only on gravity to maintain the hairstyle's shape. Self styling for one length looks saves so much time. For medium styles, where the sides are to the shoulders, the hair can be pulled back for a sleek short appearance or to get it out of the way, or it can be put up to make the look more formal. This hair length is not too short or long!
Medium wavy hairstyles can vary from shoulder length graduated layers, to heavy one length looks, and even messy uniform layer cuts. When waves are natural or even artificial (permed hair), casual medium wavy hairsdos are quick and easy to create because the waves and cut determine the shape of the hair. Waves created with curling devices and heat appliances require more time and styling products for hold. The medium length of these hairstyles also enables you to pull/tie your hair back- getting it out of the way or dressing it up more formally.
Medium curly hairstyles are soft, natural and carefree, with plenty of body that fall into place on their own. Styling generally requires some product to keep the hair settled and styled. Curls have a soft look about them due to their curved nature and soft appearance to the eye.
So check out our hairstyles below to view yourself with these versatile Medium hairstyles!
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Long layers are cut around the back and sides to lighten the edge and enhance the bounce of the waves to create this dainty look. This is great for those with long face shapes looking for a hairstyle with class and attitude. Regular trims is needed to maintain this style and avoid split ends.
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Point cut or sliced layers adds plenty of edge to this layered bob hairstyle. This gives the length a wispy edge which adds shape to the front to complement a round face. Highlights through the front add contrast and completes the over-all style with funk.
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This red hot mane is curled from root to tip to achieve maximum height, body and fullness for a flamboyant look and feel. This is great for those looking for a style to turn heads and best suited for those with a natural kink in their locks.
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The curls added to the back and sides of this blonde 'do adds plenty of body and volume to the side which makes it best suited for those with long face shapes. The smoothed out bangs add contrast to the over-all style and completes it perfectly.
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This fantastic two-toned hairstyle is layered through the ends to encourage the bounce and movement of the waves added to the mid-lengths to ends. A little wax or moulding cream will be great to define the ends and to also smooth down the bangs.
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This classic bob is cut to the shoulders with layers point cut through the front and angled down to create this stunning shape. The back is layered up to the crown to lighten the edge and adds spice to a simple style. This hairstyle is easy to maintain with regular trims and will need a little product to style.
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A combination of medium to long layers cut through the back and sides of this funky 'do allows maximum bounce and definition. A splash of color is add to one side for contrast and completes the over-all style perfectly.
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The defined curls all through the back and sides of this blonde 'do adds plenty of body volume thanks to the layers cut from the uniform layers cut through the back and sides. This is great for those looking for a fun and flirty style to complement a long face shape.
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The back of this hairstyle is tapered into the neck for shape allowing the red tones to show under the dashing blonde tones. The top and side layers are cut to add body and bounce which gives the over-all style plenty of bounce and completes the style perfectly.
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Slick and smooth is the main idea of this hairstyle. The ends are cut to one length to maintain a crisp edge tapering down to the jaw-line for an angled finish. This look is easy to maintain with regular trims and will be best suited for those with long face shapes.
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Bold and bright is what this hairstyle is about. The ends are jagged or razor cut to maintain a wispy edge for softness. The bangs are cut to frame the top of the face and completes the over-all look beautifully.
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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 complement 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.
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This classic bob cut sits on the shoulders perfectly showing off the medium to long layers cut around the sides and back to add shape to a simple look. Splashes of color are added to the top to add a contrast of color for a brilliant finish.
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This blunt cut bob sits perfectly just above the shoulders to complement a long face shape and makes it easy to maintain. The brilliant color work all through this hairstyle makes it a definite head turner. Regular trims is needed to keep this style in shape.
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These copper locks are jagged cut with jagged cut layers all through the ends to achieve this soft and sexy shape which is best suited for those with long face shapes. Highlights are added to the top of this style to add contrast and completes the over-all style brilliantly.
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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 complement a long face shape. The brilliant color work adds contrast to complete the over-all style perfectly.
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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.
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This medium length hairstyle is razor cut all over to combine the mix of medium to long layers which gives this look plenty of shape and attitude. Long bangs are swept over to one side to complete the over-all look magnificently. Regular trims will keep this hairstyle in shape and avoid split ends.
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The length of this casual bob is cut to sit under the jaw-line with graduating layers cut up to the crown to achieve height and lift which makes it perfect for those with round face shapes. The long bangs are worn over to one side to soften the face and completes the over-all look beautifully.
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A wicked combination of short to medium layers are chopped and chipped through the top sections of this hairstyle to achieve height and texture. The bangs are jagged cut to blend in with the over-all style and completes the look fabulously. Teasing at the roots will help create the height and texture.
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This medium length hairstyle is razor cut all over to maintain a wispy and feathered edge. The back is tapered into the neck blending into the sides layers which frame the side of the face. The top layers fall perfectly to enhance the shape and completes this flamboyant look fabulously.
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This bouncy 'do is layered all over to balance out body and volume through the top and sides which makes it a great hairstyle for those with long face shapes. The bangs frame the face perfectly and shows how versatile curly hair can be. This style is easy to re-create on naturally wavy or curly hair.
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This medium length hairstyle sits perfectly to frame the jaw-line and is great to complement a round face shape. The combination of short to medium layers cut all through the back and sides adds body and subtle lift which is easy to re-create at home.
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This smooth and shiny hairstyle sits perfectly on the shoulders showing off the length which is blunt cut to maintain a solid edge. This makes it easy to maintain and low-fuss to style. Soft bangs are added to the front to soften the face and completes the over-all look amazingly.
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Jagged layers cut all through the sides and back gives this medium length hairstyle plenty of edge and shape. The crown has been teased at the roots to achieve height and lift which makes it best suited for those with round face shapes. Regular trims will be needed to keep this hairdo in shape and to avoid split ends.
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This medium length 'do is jagged cut through the edges to create a textured finish all through the back and sides. This also allows the highlights added to the sides seep through the beautiful copper chestnut base color. The textured bangs frame the face beautifully and complete the over all style brilliantly.
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The length of this sleek hairdo sits perfectly on the shoulders with jagged cut layers through the sides to add texture and shape to the front. This elegant do is finished off with jagged cut bangs to frame the face and show off the brilliant color work used to show the different red and copper tones.
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This chic 'do sits on the shoulders showing off the razor cut edges which gives it a textured look and feel all through the back and sides. This also allows the different red tones to seep through the chestnut base for a magnificent finish.
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This medium length hairstyle is tapered into the neck through the back with jagged cut layers cut through to the sides and top to create a weightless look and feel. The top is teased at the roots to add plenty of height which is great for those with round face shapes.
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This beautiful bouncy 'do sits just over the shoulder to show off the long layers cut around the sides and back to enhance the curl for a full and fancy look and feel. The bangs are smoothed down and swept over to one side to complete the over-all look magnificently.
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This low-fuss do is cut to the shoulders at one length with then ends jagged cut to maintain a textured edge. The brilliant use of color creates a funky finish as well as the bangs swept over to the side to complete the look. This hairstyle will need regular trims to maintain shape.
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The length of this stunning 'do sits solidly on the shoulders with asymmetric bangs cut to frame the face diagonally for a bold finish. This hairstyle is best suited for those with naturally straight locks and will need regular trims to maintain shape and style.
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This medium length hairstyle is cut to the shoulders with jagged cut layers through the edges to maintain a weightless finish. The bold color used as highlights create a contrast of color and completes the over-all look perfectly.
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This is a fun and flirty look which is easy to re-create with the help of a medium curling iron. The back and sides are jagged cut with layers cut up to the crown to add height and shape all over for a magnificent finish. This is perfect for those with fine to medium hair looking for hairstyle with plenty of body and flair.
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This beautiful do sits perfectly on the shoulders to show off the medium to long layers cut through the back and sides to encourage the bounce and movement which softens the over-all look of this style. The brilliant use of highlights through the top and front adds spark for a spectacular finish.
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This fiery hot hairstyle is smoothed down to frame the face shoeing off the point cut layers through the sides and back which gives the over-all look a wicked and wispy finish. The blunt cut bangs sit perfectly to frame the top of the face allowing the bright red tones to peep through the deep red base color.
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Smooth and sexy is what this medium length hairstyle is about. The back is neatly cut to contour the back of the head, while the top and side layers are cut to frame the side of the face perfectly for a stunning and sexy finish.
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Crazy layers through the back and sides gives this look plenty of body through the top and crown which makes it best suited for those with round face shapes looking for a hairstyle to attract attention. This stunning 'do will need teasing at the roots for height and control.
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The natural waves in this bouncy 'do creates a well balanced look and feel of movement and body all throughout the back and sides. This look is great for those with naturally wavy hair looking for a simple style with class. The bangs are smoothed out and worn over to the side to show how versatile wavy hair can be.
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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.
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This gorgeous hairstyle sits perfectly to complement the jaw-line, with the back graduated into the head, the side layers which fall onto the face gracefully. A combination of light blonde to golden blonde highlights are added allover to add a contrast of color which completes the over-all look beautifully.
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This smooth and simple hairstyle sits beautifully on the shoulders to show off the textured layers cut around the sides to frame and complement the jaw-line. Long side swept bangs are worn to the side to complete the over-all look perfectly.
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Graduated layers through the back of this superb 'do adds body and shape to the back, allowing the side layers to fall flat to frame the face and complement the jaw-line. The vibrant shades of red are used to create a curtain of color and completes the over-all look brilliantly.
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This smooth and silky hairstyle is layered through the ends to create a wispy and textured edge. Long side swept bangs are worn over to the side to soften the face and completes the over-all hairstyle effortlessly.
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Silky smooth was the main aim for this hairstyle. With its wispy cut ends for texture, and smooth strands from root to tip, this versatile hairdo is great for those looking for a casual yet stunning style to turn heads.
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This simple hairstyle is easily dressed into a formal look with its fantastic side part allowing the long bangs to fall over to one side, while the back and sides blow-dried smooth for a slick finish. This will be suitable for any occasion and will need regular trims to avoid split ends.
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This gorgeous 'do is graduated through the back to create height through to the crown area. The sides and back length are curled with a curling iron while the front is slicked down to show how versatile medium length hairstyles can be.
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This fantastic 'do is graduated through the back which creates body and shape while the front is cut to sit at the jaw-line. Highlights are added to the top and front of this hairstyle to add shimmer for an excellent finish.
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Short layers through the crown area create height and body to complement the jagged cut length which is jagged cut for a weightless finish. The superb color work adds shimmer and contrast which is perfect for those looking for a hairstyle to turn heads.
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Slick and sexy is the main aim for this classic hairstyle modernized by the jagged layers cut under the jaw-line to add shape and texture. This smooth 'do is best suited for those with fine to medium hair and will be perfect for any special occasion.
