Okay, guys, let’s talk about hair. Specifically, those cute, quick, and easy styles for us shoulder-length folks. I’ve been experimenting a lot lately, and I’ve got some go-to styles that I think you’ll love.
Playful Waves
First up, let’s start with some playful waves. My hair is naturally kinda straight, so I wanted to add some life to it.
I grabbed my curling iron, nothing fancy, just a regular one-inch barrel. I sectioned off my hair, starting from the bottom layers. I took small sections, about an inch wide, and wrapped them around the barrel, holding for maybe 5-10 seconds. Nothing precise here, just curled away from my face on both sides.
Once I finished curling all the sections, I let my hair cool down for a few minutes. Then, I flipped my head over and shook it out gently. This helped break up the curls and made them look more natural. I sprayed a bit of light-hold hairspray to keep things in place. It looked pretty good, all things considered. They looked super bouncy and fun.
Sleek Low Bun
Next, I tried a sleek low bun, which is perfect for those days when I want to look a bit more put-together. Or when my hair is dirty, let’s be real.
I started by brushing my hair back smoothly, using a bit of gel to tame any flyaways. You could use some sort of anti-frizz if you have it on hand. Then, I gathered my hair at the nape of my neck, like I was making a low ponytail. I twisted the ponytail tightly and then wrapped it around itself to form a bun. I secured it with a couple of bobby pins, making sure it felt nice and tight.
This one is super simple but looks really polished. It’s great for work or when I have dinner plans after. I gotta say, I felt pretty classy with this one. It’s not too tight though, my head felt just fine, and I can wear it all day with no issues.
Half-Up, Half-Down
This is a classic for a reason, right? It’s so easy and always looks cute.
I simply took the top section of my hair, from about my temples, and pulled it back. I didn’t want it to look too perfect, so I used my fingers instead of a comb. I secured it with a small elastic. I could have used a clip or a hair tie as well, but elastics are what I had.
Sometimes I leave it like that, and sometimes I braid that small section before securing it. It adds a little something extra. I like to pull out a few strands around my face to soften the look, and boom, done. It looks super cute, and it takes like, two seconds. Can’t go wrong with this one, I think it is suitable for every occasion.
The Low Chignon
Okay, this sounds fancy, but it’s really not. I was inspired by some red-carpet looks, and I think I nailed it. More or less.
I parted my hair down the middle, but you can do a side part if you prefer. Then, similar to the sleek bun, I gathered my hair at the nape of my neck. But instead of twisting it, I rolled it upwards towards my head, tucking the ends in. It’s like a reverse French twist, I guess? I pinned it in place with a bunch of bobby pins. I had to readjust a couple of times to get the shape right.
Honestly, this one took a bit more practice, but once I got the hang of it, it was pretty easy. It felt secure and looked more elegant than a regular bun. I would wear this to a wedding or a nice event. I felt like a movie star, no joke. Although, my arms got a bit tired from holding them up for so long. Beauty is pain, I guess.
- Experiment with different accessories.
- Don’t be afraid to use some styling products.
- Practice makes perfect.
So yeah, those are some of my favorite quick and easy hairstyles for shoulder-length hair. I hope this was helpful! Let me know if you try any of them out. I’m always looking for new ideas, so share your go-to styles in the comments. Peace out!