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Soft shag
Softly separated layers and a relaxed outline. A useful reference for a less structured, more textured finish.
- Talk to your stylist about
- Ask which pieces will frame your face when you tie your hair back.
- Living with the look
- Texture and product choice affect how separated the layers appear.
- A helpful reality check
- A preview cannot predict how your hair will fall, feel or grow. Use it to discuss length and shape, alongside your texture and routine.
What defines Soft shag?
A soft shag uses graduated pieces through the crown and around the face, with transitions that keep the outer edge relatively connected.
What to look for from the front, side and back
Check whether the fringe joins the pieces at the cheek. In profile, compare the crown lift with the amount of hair that remains near the nape.
What to confirm with your stylist
Show where you want the layers visible and how much weight you want at the bottom. Ask to see how the shape falls with your usual styling.
Compare Soft shag with nearby styles
- Wolf cut
The soft shag blends its layers more gradually. The wolf cut shows a stronger contrast between a full crown and lighter ends.
- Curly shag
A curly shag builds the outline around ringlets. The soft shag reference shows a gentler transition with looser separation through the layers.
Questions about Soft shag
Can I get a soft shag with a longer fringe?
Bring a reference for the fringe separately. The parting and the point where the fringe blends into the sides can be discussed independently of the crown layers.
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