A great haircut can do more than just change your look—it can change how you feel.
Shag hairstyles are proof that effortless layers and a little texture can bring out the best in any hair type.
Women over 50 are embracing the shag for its movement, volume, and easy styling.
It’s the kind of haircut that says, “I know what I’m doing,” without trying too hard.
Some versions are soft and feathered, others are choppy and edgy, but all of them add shape and life to the hair.
The best part? A well-cut shag works with your natural texture, not against it.
Pair it with the right color, and it becomes even more flattering.
Here are 27 shag hairstyles that make fresh layers, natural tones, and effortless styling the focus for 2025.
1. Soft Layered Shag in Dark Brown
A gently layered shag that softly frames the face, creating natural movement. The dark brown hue enhances depth and shine, making the hair look fuller and more vibrant.
2. Feathered Blonde Shag with Side Bangs
This shoulder-length shag features feathered layers and sweeping side bangs for a delicate, elegant touch. The warm blonde shade brightens the complexion and adds a soft glow.
3. Wispy Chestnut Brown Shag with Curtain Bangs
Delicate, wispy layers blend seamlessly with curtain bangs, creating a light and airy effect. The chestnut brown color adds warmth and richness.
4. Choppy Auburn Shag with Textured Ends
A modern take on the shag with choppy layers and textured ends for added movement. The auburn color enhances dimension, giving the hair a lively, multi-tonal effect.
5. Layered Ash Brown Shag with Face-Framing Pieces
This mid-length shag features face-framing layers that enhance the cheekbones. The cool ash brown color adds a contemporary edge while blending seamlessly with natural grays.
6. Short Silver Shag with Tousled Waves
A chic and effortless shag with tousled layers that create volume and shape. The natural silver shade embraces gray hair beautifully while maintaining a fresh, modern feel.
7. Long Wavy Shag in Espresso Brown
A longer shag with soft waves that cascade down for an effortlessly elegant look. The espresso brown color deepens the richness of the layers.
8. Shoulder-Length Sandy Blonde Shag with Tapered Layers
A versatile shag featuring tapered layers for a blended, natural shape. The sandy blonde hue adds warmth and dimension.
9. Messy Shag with Caramel Highlights on Dark Brown Hair
This playful, tousled shag brings effortless volume with its textured layers. Caramel highlights over a dark brown base create contrast and depth.
10. Curly Gray Shag with Soft Layers
A curly shag cut designed to enhance natural waves and curls, giving them structure while keeping the look relaxed. The natural gray shade adds character and confidence.
11. Medium-Length Cinnamon Shag with Razor-Cut Layers
Razor-cut layers add texture to this shoulder-length shag, while the cinnamon brown color brings a touch of spice and warmth.
12. Pixie Shag in Warm Chestnut Brown
A short, textured shag with pixie-like layers for a fun and low-maintenance style. The warm chestnut brown color complements all skin tones.
13. Tapered Honey Blonde Shag with Side-Swept Bangs
This chic shag features tapered layers that gradually blend, creating softness. The honey blonde hue adds warmth and brightness.
14. Collarbone-Length Dark Chocolate Shag with Flicked-Out Ends
This voluminous shag includes flicked-out ends for a playful touch. The deep chocolate brown shade enhances the richness of the hair.
15. Wavy Ash Blonde Shag with Mid-Length Layers
Soft, natural waves enhance this medium-length shag, with layers adding subtle texture. The cool ash blonde color modernizes the overall look.
16. Chin-Length Mocha Brown Shag with Wispy Bangs
A chic, chin-length shag that features light, wispy bangs for a youthful effect. The mocha brown color is rich and flattering.
17. Long Salt-and-Pepper Shag with Soft Waves
A natural, blended salt-and-pepper shade paired with long, flowing layers that emphasize volume and movement.
18. Short Curly Shag in Dark Auburn
Designed for naturally curly hair, this shag brings out the curl pattern while keeping the shape structured. The dark auburn color adds depth.
19. Layered Copper Brown Shag with Sweeping Bangs
This vibrant copper brown shag features soft, sweeping bangs that blend effortlessly with layered lengths.
20. Voluminous Silver-White Shag with Textured Ends
A striking shag with voluminous layers and a silver-white tone that highlights natural gray hair beautifully.
21. Shaggy Lob in Golden Brown with Face-Framing Layers
A longer bob (lob) with tousled, shaggy layers that give it movement. The golden brown color brightens the overall look.
22. Tousled Sandy Brown Shag with Choppy Bangs
A playful, choppy shag that enhances natural texture. The sandy brown color adds warmth and versatility.
23. Mid-Length Tawny Brown Shag with Soft Layers
A mid-length shag with gentle, face-framing layers for a balanced, soft look. The tawny brown hue enhances the natural depth of the hair.
24. Textured Platinum Blonde Shag with Wispy Layers
A chic, platinum blonde shag with wispy, airy layers that create effortless volume and movement.
25. Classic Short Silver Shag with Layered Bangs
A classic, short-layered shag with soft bangs that blend into the cut. The natural silver shade enhances sophistication and elegance.
26. Sunkissed Medium Shag in Warm Brown
A sun-kissed brown shag with medium-length layers that enhance movement while keeping the look natural and effortless.
27. Choppy Layered Golden Blonde Shag with Side Bangs
A playful shag with choppy layers for extra texture and volume. The golden blonde hue adds radiance.