Layered haircuts can transform your look from flat to fabulous with the right technique. Professional stylists know which layered styles work best for different hair types, face shapes, and lifestyles. Looking for your next signature style? These expert-approved layered cuts deliver volume, movement, and that salon-fresh feel every time.
1. Capas del marco facial
The ultimate softening technique for any face shape. These strategic shorter pieces around your face enhance cheekbones and eyes while blending seamlessly into longer lengths.
Requires minimal styling—just blow dry with a round brush for that perfect bounce.
2. Long Layers with Curtain Bangs
Bardot-inspired and universally flattering! The combination creates movement throughout while those center-parted bangs frame your features beautifully.
Low-maintenance enough for air-drying yet glamorous when styled with a large barrel curling iron.
3. Lob texturizado
My go-to recommendation for clients wanting versatility! This collarbone-grazing cut with internal layers creates natural movement without sacrificing length.
Perfect for fine hair needing volume or thick hair requiring weight removal.
4. El Shag
Rock-and-roll vibes with modern wearability! Heavy layers throughout create that coveted piece-y texture while curtain bangs complete the effortlessly cool look.
Ideal for wavy and curly textures—scrunch with curl cream and diffuse.
5. Choppy Pixie
Bold, beautiful, and surprisingly versatile! Longer pieces on top with shorter, textured layers create dimension even in fine hair.
Works wonders for heart and oval faces—just add texturizing paste for piece-y definition that lasts all day.
6. Long Butterfly Layers
The secret to gorgeous, bouncy blowouts! These face-framing layers start at the chin and cascade down, creating a beautiful butterfly wing effect.
Stunning on thick hair and adds incredible movement to straight textures.
7. Shag rizado
Curly hair’s best friend! Strategic layers remove bulk while enhancing natural curl patterns. The shorter pieces around the crown create incredible volume.
Defines curls beautifully—just scrunch with curl cream and let your natural texture shine.
8. Blunt Bob with Hidden Layers
The secret to movement without sacrificing that bold, geometric line! Interior layers remove weight and add bounce while maintaining that strong perimeter.
Perfect for fine-haired clients wanting both structure and softness.
9. Corte Bixie
That magical hybrid between pixie and bob that’s taking over! Longer than a pixie but shorter than a bob, with choppy layers throughout creating amazing texture.
Frames the face beautifully—just rough-dry and add texturizing spray.
10. Midi Cut with Invisible Layers
My recommendation for clients wanting subtle movement without obvious layers! These barely-there, technical layers add swing and body while maintaining a one-length appearance.
Creates that enviable hair-commercial swish with minimal styling.
11. Wolf Cut
The viral sensation that actually works! This mullet-shag hybrid features short, choppy layers on top that gradually blend into longer lengths.
Embrace your natural texture—this cut looks incredible air-dried on wavy and curly hair types.
12. Oval Layers
The most flattering shape for creating volume at the crown! These technical layers form an oval shape when hair is lifted, adding height where needed.
Works wonders on fine hair—blow dry with a round brush for maximum lift.
13. 90s-Inspired Rachel Cut
The iconic Friends-inspired cut is back! Face-framing layers start high with shorter pieces around the face, creating that bouncy, turned-under effect.
Requires a round brush and blow dryer—perfect for showing off dimensional color.
14. Wispy Pixie Layers
Softer than traditional pixies! Longer, wispy pieces blend into shorter sections, creating feminine texture that flatters delicate features.
Low-maintenance for straight hair—just add pomade for piece-y definition that looks effortless.
15. Graduated Bob with Layers
Stacked in the back for volume, layered throughout for movement! This architectural cut creates amazing dimension while framing your face beautifully.
Perfect for fine to medium hair—just blow dry with a round brush for instant polish.
16. Capas de plumas
Farrah Fawcett’s iconic style reimagined for today! These wispy, feather-like layers create incredible softness around the face and throughout the cut.
Ideal for medium-thickness hair—style with a medium round brush for that perfect flip.
17. Curly Fringe with Layers
Curly bangs are having a moment! This combination of curly fringe with strategically placed layers enhances natural curl patterns beautifully.
Defines curls while controlling volume—just scrunch with curl cream and diffuse for amazing definition.
18. Asymmetrical Lob with Layers
Drama meets wearability! Slightly longer on one side with internal layers throughout creates a modern, edgy look that’s still office-appropriate.
Versatile enough to wear straight or wavy—just add texturizing spray for instant cool-girl vibes.