Style report: Shag swag

The world of hair, fashion and beauty is awash with all things 70s – and the shag haircut hasn’t escaped the throwback trend!

The shag haircut throws it back to bed head glam of the 1970s. A look that works on any length and curl pattern (big bonus), the shag is defined by its top-heavy layering and a soft, face-framing, fringe cut an inch-or-so above the brows. When it comes to styling, the messier, the better.

Here’s our gallery of inspiration.

Shag haircut for curly hair
Bora Aksu
Shag haircut for curly hair
@ciaracherise
Shag haircut for curly hair
@whitneypeak
Shag haircut for curly hair
@gezellerenee
Shag haircut for curly hair
@inthing_
Shag haircut for curly hair
@kiitana
Shag haircut for curly hair
@thatcurlytop

Get the look

The ideal products to recreate the iconic shag haircut.

Bang x Pony Lashae
Bang x Pony Lashae, £14.99
Twisted Sista Amazing Dream Curls Cream Gel
Twisted Sista Amazing Dream Curls Cream Gel, £6.99
Shea Moisture Strengthen & Restore Leave-In Conditioner
Shea Moisture Strengthen & Restore Leave-In Conditioner, £12.99

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