18 Shag Haircut For Women To Try Out In 2024

Although adding shag to your locks is already a wonderful choice as it gives you hair a nice makeover. But if you pair it with these amazing highlights, your hair will turn quite a few heads.

Is the highlight there or not there, this wonderful confusion to one’s eyes will give your personality a nice lift. 

Shag haircut defines the 1970's. This hairstyle broke all the gender barrier and was embraced by everyone. Be it Jane Fonda, Mick Jagger or Joan Jett, almost every celebrity loves this iconic and efforrtless style which gave a rebellious vibe.

Fast forward in the 2020s this haircut is still widespread from mainstream fashion to counterculture.

Mullet is a trendy hairdo with a distinctive appearance and a universal appeal. And when mixed with shag, it maintains a striking and empowering aesthetic
For women in their 40s, this haircut maintains a sense of nostalgia and the ideal of boldness and non-conformism. 

Curtain bang is a wonderful addition to any hairstyle as it frames the face beautifully. Be it with a wolfy shag or a classic shag, this bang just ties the look together.

As you can see in the picture, the wearer has a wonderful shag that reminds us of the hair icon Farrah Fawcett.

When your locks are naturally curly, sometimes styling them can be a bit of a pain. Not just styling, finding a different hairstyle can be challenging too. If you are someone facing similar difficulties, go for this look.

Shag not only gives your curly lock more dimension but it also gives a fresh twist on the classics.

This hairstyle is for someone who loves to wear a statement hair that is edgy but still embraces the feminity. Besides, pink you can give your locks any hue of your choice.

Medium or shoulder length hair is just perfect for people who love trendy hairstyles while still staying on the shorter hair trend. With the manageable length and shaggy layers, be ready to receive some compliments. 

What’s more? This haircut has a distinctive blend of individuality with modernity which results in a more carefree vibe that suits any person of any age.

Sleek and stylish in its appearance, this haircut suits people with soft and straight hair. But what is the best part, I hear you ask? The recognizable or best thing about this cut is that it offers layers.

It is further followed by straight slightly wavy hair falling in various lengths. Undoubtedly, wearing this hairstyle will definitely make you stand out while asking for very minimal effort from you.

A happy marriage of the two most trendy hairstyles, pixie shag is achieved by cropping the hair close to the crown and adding feathered layers of varying lengths. This bold choice of hair complements your facial structure while also radiating a more daring and youthful vibe.

A short and spiky shaggy cut instills self-confidence in the wearer and characterizes her sense of style that is bold and empowering. You can experiment with this cut with different lengths making it a convenient option for a person living a busy life.

As you can see, this hairstyle has multiple layers which makes your hair appear full and multi dimensional. You can wear it natural like seen in the photo of color it with your choice of hue for a nice makeover.

Feathers and shag define the rebellious 70’s. As we mentioned earlier these kind of daring hairstyles makes a comeback and quickly is replaced. However, this time the 70s shag has returned with a wolfy twist and is here to stay.

Bob is and has been people’s favorite for decades now. This haircut has plethora of variety and adding shag is one of the trendy ones. Be it with mono-color locks or a colorful hairstyle, bob mixed with shag gives your hair a new personality.

A wavy shag creates a beachy and boho vibe that gracefully brings out the versatility in a person’s style. This cut is a beautiful blend of confidence and nonchalance that is suitable for both casual and formal events.

Yes, this style is elegant and gives a youthful vibe. Plus it is less demanding and can be tailored per your requirement. It’s the best!

When we hear the word messy, it can make you think!! But messiness is a great choice sometimes because it brings out a different vibe of yourself which might shock you as well.

We understand that choosing a different and bold hairstyle might not be your cup of tea but you only get to live once. So, do not hesitate for a change as the result might surprise you.

This hairstyle gives you a carefree and windswept look that radiates the combined vibe of a messy yet chic appearance.

To achieve this look, the hair is typically styled with a bedhead look and achieved through teasing, texturizing products, and minimalistic styling.

Similarly, to attain this disheveled shag, layers are kept short at the crown and left longer around the face and shoulders.

Boho symbolizes a laid-back approach to life and fashion for women who want to embrace their authenticity but with a twist. For this haircut, you don’t have to sacrifice a lot because the shag haircut is not very demending.

Just add a few layers and style it random braids with flowers or beads and you are good to go!

As they say asymmetry is the new symmetry. Though this shag is made with long and short dramatic lengths, it creates a confusion yet a contrast that is good for a makeover. But how you ask?

It incorporates texturizing techniques and choppy ends to enhance the chaotic nature shag brings. Plus it it has a rebellious and youthful aesthetic that resonates with various age group. 

Wondering what layers can do? Layers sounds simple but it adds depth and dimension to the hair. Since we are talking about layered bangs, it draws attention to the eyes and brings out the best facial features of the wearer.