The Shag Haircut 

The shag haircut essentially is a lot of layers cut in the hair. Represented throughout the 60s to the 90s in pop culture from musicians to fans, the shag is gaining popularity once again. This hairstyle works best for curly and wavy hair and can be worn by people with straight hair with a little styling and added volume!  

How to achieve a shag

First, you’ll need to take a trip to your barber where they will cut layers into your hair. Bring some reference photos and ideas along with you so you will know how long you want the cut to be on all sides and back. Then, with naturally curly or wavy hair you will start the styling with wet or damp hair. A blow dryer if your best friend when working with a shag haircut. Use a round brush starting at the roots with the hair dryer touching the brush and work in motions out and away from the head. You can alternate between away and towards the head to create more depth and volume. You can also style your hair with your fingers and a product like texture spray. Simply use your hands to fluff and work in the shapes you’d like. This works best with slightly damp hair. For straight hair, you’ll need to add some volume with a curling iron, straightener or blow dryer. Depending on the length you’re going for, regular trims from your barber keep this style looking refreshed & not overgrown. 

Popular shag hairstyles for 2022

Medium Length Shags

The medium length shag is ideal for anyone with straight hair who wants to rock this look because you can really go for any length you’d like and it looks amazing with only a little bit of fringe. 

Retro, Rock Shag

This look is worn with shorter hair and reveals the ears on both sides. Use some pomade and texture spray to give this look a lot of volume. 

70s Shag Haircut

The look to have during the era! Pair this with a mustache and it’ll look like you jumped out of a time machine. 

Curtain Bangs

Curtain bangs are an excellent way to create some fringe with or without a shag. The styling process is similar to what’s mentioned above. With some heat from a flat iron or blow dryer, create some volume by swooping out and away from the face. Use your index finger and thumb to pinch the ends for some extra hold. You can also use hairspray. 

Long Shag Haircut

Wearing your long hair with lots of layers and fringe is a great option for styling long hair that a bun, ponytail, or braids seem to lack. Typically worn with a middle part, added curtain bangs, and some volume, this look is giving the most retro vibes.

It’s also so awesome to see trends from decades ago coming back into style with a modern flair, and there’s a reason for it! Volume looks great on any person and spending some time daily with your hair to achieve that volume will help you develop your personal style and flavor.  Head over to our blog to read more on all things Men’s Hairstyles! Check out some of these listed products that will help you style your shag with ease. 

round brush set

blow dryer

texture spray