If you’re craving a change but aren’t quite ready to commit to a dramatic chop, shoulder-length hair is your middle ground.
It offers the perfect balance between short and long, giving you endless styling possibilities without the high-maintenance upkeep of longer hair.
In this post, we’re serving up over 40 fabulous shoulder-length haircuts that are making waves in the beauty world. From classic bobs and sexy choppy layers to textured cuts and styles with bangs, we’ve got it all!
Let’s take a look!
Multidimensional Shoulder-Length Layers
Try a chic layered haircut like this if you want to add a lot of volume to your locks. You can pair it with bangs and then grow them out for an extra sexy look. This is a popular design for the fall season and will suit most women.
Shoulder Length Wavy Bob
Long dark hair with bangs is a gorgeous look for the upcoming fall season. In this style, the bangs are straight and quite long, falling right above the eyes and emphasizing the eye color beautifully. To achieve the same look, ask for a blunt fringe..
Voluminous Feathered Hair
Feathered shoulder-length hair will suit moms and busy women the best. You should cut your hair every other month to maintain the length at this level. Incorporate these gorgeous wispy side-swept bangs to add fullness to your shoulder-length haircut. Messy waves will especially come in handy if you’re trying to add a glamorous touch to your look.
Messy Choppy Shoulder Length Bob
A bit wild and dramatic, this shoulder-length haircut has it all! It is a messy and wispy design that should be worn with a heavy side parting. Push your hair in one direction and set it in place so it stays put, no matter the event or your activity. In general, a hairdo such as this one will look the prettiest on younger women who are into that reckless vibe.
Copper-y Bob Haircut With Bangs
A shoulder-length bob with bangs is a gorgeous and wispy look that can’t go unnoticed. Pair the bob design with straight bangs that go across your face, and also add a bit of volume to your ends with a hair curler.
Straight Dark Bob With Blonde Highlights
Straight hair with long blunt bangs is easy to style, especially if you have naturally straight hair. Keep your style simple and minimalistic by brushing your hair out with a tooth comb, but tease the middle portion of your hair to achieve volume around the mid section of your face.
Mid-Length Haircut With a Deep Side Part
A shoulder-length haircut with a deep side part is a bold move to make. Nowadays, it looks like a retro and classic look which resembles a lot of the 80s time period. If you prefer voluminous ideas and you have fluffy hair texture, you’ll style this look within five minutes.
Wavy Layers With Textured Ends
The slightly shorter than shoulder-length wavy bob with curled ends is a fun and feminine style. If you’re looking for a romantic look, this is it! Your hair will look amazing when you curl the ends with a curling wand, but don’t forget to set the locks in place with hairspray to make it last longer.
Layered Curls
This is a fun and modern way of rocking your long layered auburn-hued locks. Trim your bangs every three weeks to keep them out of your eyes. You can even do it youself if you dare to and have the right scissors.
Red Angled Bob
Moms, this one is for you! A gorgeous angled bob such as this one needs to be cut at the right angle and with precision. Book a skilled hairstylist who is an expert when it comes to shorter bob hairdos if you wish to achieve this beauty.
Swoopy Layers
For some ladies, less is more! Does this apply to you as well? A layered shoulder-length hair with bangs and a middle parting can look mesmerizing for everyday wear. Brush your hair out and use a small amount of sea salt spray to achieve a voluminous outcome.
Brown Above-Shoulder-Length Layers
An above-the-shoulder length haircut is simple and easy to maintain and style. For example, you can add some volume to your layers if you want a messier look or part your hair on one side to highlight the other side of your face. This design will especially suit women with asymmetrical facial features.
Red Shoulder Length Hair With Straight Bangs
If your hair is naturally thick and voluminous, this style will look stunning on you! Pair it with long bangs that fall right across your face. Just a heads up, though, it is a long and layered beauty that can take months or even years to achieve and grow out!
Side Swept Bangs on a Mid-Length Hairstyle
Shoulder-length hair combined with layered bangs is a show-stopper. If you can handle longer locks and enjoy voluminous hairdos, why not commit to this style? Cut your hair every four months, and make sure you get rid of split ends or any tangles so your hair looks healthy and nourished.
Mid-Length Layers and Side Bangs
Don’t you just love messy and flowy naturally rounded bangs? This layered haircut is super romantic and totally stunning. You can let your bangs air dry or use a curling wand to define their beauty, depending on if you’re in a rush or not.
Shoulder Length Curly Bob
Curly women – this one is calling your name! A shoulder-length bob with layers and wispy bangs is a sexy look you can’t resist. If you’re blessed enough to have naturally curly hair and thick locks, you’ll easily style your hair as seen in the photo. Apply a curl-defining cream, and use a hair diffuser when washing and styling your hair. Once dried properly, your curls will come into play!
Messy Textured Cut With Bangs
A hairstyle with wispy bangs gives off a bold and fiery vibe. The bangs in this style are messy and thick, but you can easily style them with your fingertips and a bit of hair mousse or gel.
Long Layered Bob With Bangs
Straight hair with extra long bangs is a show-stopper! It’s a cute look that allows you to grow your hair out without investing a lot of time into its maintenance. Just cut the ends regularly to keep your hair looking healthy.
Blonde Shoulder-Length Bob With Razored Ends
Try a shoulder-length bob haircut and wear it with an off-center parting for maximum class and style. This look works the best if you keep it straight and simple, since its beauty is in its minimalism.
Messy Shoulder Length Bob With Curtain Bangs
Curtain bangs and a shoulder-length straight bob go hand in hand together. Your hair will look healthy and shiny on its own, while the bangs will add a fun element to it. Cut the ends every three months, but cut the bangs whenever they fall below your eye level so they don’t get in the way.
Wavy Layers With Highlights
Brown wavy shoulder-length hair with wispy ends looks amazing for the fall season and semi-formal events. This color in particular is perfect for the upcoming autumn season. Brush the ends out with your hairbrush to achieve this seamless layered look.
Blonde A-Line Lob
An icy silver blonde bob is a must-do for younger women. If you’re in your teens or twenties, this might be the perfect look for you. It is a relatively long bob that will work best if you have naturally straight hair and naturally lighter hair. Incorporate long bangs to round up the design.
Straight Layered Hair With Bangs
A dark hair color with silver and blonde highlights is a perfect combination if you want a more natural look. Try out a shaggy haircut and choppy bangs to get a similar look as in the picture.
Icy Shoulder Length Cut With Layers
Don’t you just love low-maintenance looks? This style here will keep you ready for any given event without investing a ton of time into making you look amazing. Just wash your hair every three days so it doesn’t get too greasy or oily. As for the bangs, you can use a hair iron to keep them straight and smooth for the entire day.
Straight Long Bob Haircut With a Blunt Fringe
A simple fringe when mixed with a straight and chic bob can look very modern and unique. If you’re a natural brunette with straight hair this design was meant for you. It just goes to show you straight bobs can be a fun look without being too hard to maintain. Age-wise, this beauty knows no limits!
Shaggy Bob Haircut With Messy Bangs
This is a wispy and full layered and slightly shaggy haircut with dramatic bangs that is perfect for you ladies who wish to stand out! It’s an easy look to style and you can just use a curling wand to add definition to your ends.
Layered Curly Shoulder Length Cut
Wispy curls and soft bangs look very romantic and sensual. You can grow your natural locks out, and let them do their thing! A wispy design with soft curls is a must-do for your summer nights. Apply a small amount of hair cream or curl gel to get this effect.
Textured Layers
This type of cut is going to look the prettiest on women with naturally straight and shiny hair who have an oval face shape. The cool wispy bangs add a va-va-voom effect and you can easily keep them looking like this by brushing them out with a wide tooth comb every now and then.
Sleek & Straight Long Bob
Ladies with naturally straight hair, this one is calling your name! Straight hair is pretty easy to style, which makes this shoulder-length bob an excellent low-maintenance cut for you. Just style your hair with a pea-sized amount of hair oil to give it shine and emphasize your natural look.
Razor Cut Lob With Bangs
Wispy curls and bangs that fall right above your eyes will attract attention. Be prepared to get a lot of compliments on this haircut. Blonde hair is on the high-maintenance side, while the cut is a bit simpler and easier to achieve. This design works well, especially for the spring season, so think it through before you book your next hair appointment.
Shoulder Length Hair With Long And Messy Bangs
Fun and feminine fringe bangs look flirty and playful while being on a low-maintenance side. It can come in handy for loads of different events and activities. Just make sure you wash your bangs regularly so they don’t end up looking too greasy.
Choppy Shoulder Length Hair With Bangs
What’s stopping you from incorporating some stylish bangs with your bob haircut? This is a messy and layered design that will create an optical illusion of a fuller hairline and more voluminous hair. If you have straight hair and don’t know how to achieve volume, turn to this haircut. Use a bit of hair foam and a curling wand to achieve this wispy effect.
Shoulder Length Layers With Wispy Bangs
Almost any face shape can pull off curtain bangs and it’s a style that’s perfect for busy professionals. You only have to cut your hair in layers every three to four months and the bangs can be cut every other month. Try a messy middle parting to achieve a similar look as seen on our model.
Bob Hairstyle With an Off-Centre Parting
Quite short yet so elegant! Don’t you agree? This gorgeous bright red bob is very youthful and quite popular these days all over social media. You can cut your hair in layers or keep it straight, depending on your hair texture or personal preference. In general, this look will work best for women with wavy locks.
Wavy Lob With Side-Swept Bangs
Red shoulder-length hair is on the high-maintenance side (heads up ladies). If you can commit to its styling, coloring, as well as upkeep, why not go with this as your next cut? A middle parting will look lovely, especially when paired with chic layers all throughout the look. You should try a fluffy top that can be achieved with a teasing comb to add more volume.
Black Shoulder Length Haircut With Wispy Bangs
This retro hairstyle is perfect for the romantics, as the layers and long curtain bangs create a really soft and feminine look. The wispy bangs brushed across the forehead will emphasize your facial features and your eyes. Curl your bangs slightly to achieve this natural and seamless curl effect.
A-Line Bob
An a-line shoulder-length bob is the perfect look if you love messier hairdos. This one here is a gorgeous wavy design that can be styled effortlessly and with the help of hair rollers or even by tying your hair up in braids and letting it form overnight.
Black Shoulder Length Haircut With a Deep Side Part
Do you like this brown shoulder-length cut and a deep parting? If you have naturally longer bangs and longer locks you can try a cohesive look such as this one. Deep bangs and a defined side parting will emphasize one part of your face and enhance your eyes. If you have an asymmetrical face and want to create an optical illusion, how about this beauty?
Purple Shoulder Length Waves
Chopped bangs and a long wavy design aren’t hard to style at all. Just brush your hair out and tease the bangs to achieve a bit of volume around the front part of your face. If you have a round face shape this hairstyle will look stunning on you!
Soft Shoulder Length Layers
Short and straight baby bangs are perfect for anyone who wants a low-maintenance look. Apply a bit of hair oil and use hair masks regularly to nourish and moisturize your strands. Chocolate brown hair and brown eyes will look the prettiest in this exact same style.
Brown Bob With Bangs
Straight hair and a chic blunt bob are a must-do if you’re trying to go for a simple look. Keep your hair short and healthy, but add a bit of intricacy with straight bangs. If you have a square face shape this will suit you the best, while emphasizing your facial features effortlessly. All you have to do is wash your hair 2-3 times a week and moisturize the ends, that’s all!
Salt & Pepper Hair With a Slight Side Part
This dramatic extra long layered hairstyle is the perfect look for women in their twenties. If you don’t like getting your hair cut often and prefer more voluminous and messy looks, this one is for you! Here, the bangs are beautifully long and flirty, making for one trendy hairstyle!
Natural Gray Shoulder Length Haircut
Women above the age of fifty, don’t think for a second we forgot about you! In fact, every lady can rock a shoulder-length haircut. Those with naturally gray hairs will love this design. It is a timeless beauty that looks amazing when paired with soft curls. The best part about it? You don’t have to worry about the coloring process, go all natural!
Wispy Layers & Highlights
Below-shoulder hair is considered a medium-length hairstyle. A stacked bob such as this should be cut every other month to keep the length intact throughout the year. Go for longer bangs in this case so your look is quite cohesive as seen in the photo.
Sleek & Straight Over-the-Shoulders Bob
Straight hair can be styled easily and without any heat or styling products. Keep your haircut simple, but spice up the bangs by trying out this angel-inspired look. The long bangs are brushed lightly to the side, defining your eyes and your feminine features. Cut your ends every three months and bangs every four to five weeks.
