The 5 Best Mid-Length Haircuts Right Now

Short hair and long hair get a lot of attention, but what about the mid-length haircuts that reside somewhere in between? We love a mid-length cut, and we think they can use some better PR, so we’re advocating for some of our favorite styles. Whether you’re growing your hair out or always keep it mid-length, these are hairstylists’ favorite mid-length haircuts right now.

Featured experts

• Kayla Lofaro is a hairstylist and owner of Discotheque Salon
• Scott Fabian is a senior hairstylist at Ollin Salon

Mid-length haircuts trending right now

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Butterfly cut

The butterfly cut exploded last summer, and hairstylist Kayla Lofaro says it remains a great option for a mid-length haircut. The butterfly cut features the beloved ‘90s bouncy layers.

 

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Shag or wolf cut

For an edgier mid-length cut, Lofaro recommends a shag or wolf cut. The shag has made a shocking comeback, and we’ve seen many celebrities sport its longer counterpart, the wolf cut, including Jenna Ortega and Kaia Gerber.

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The C cut

“The C cut hairstyle is a mid-length cut that will be trending in 2025,” says hairstylist Scott Fabian. “It’s a cut with lots of face-framing layers that curve inwards, giving the appearance of a ‘C’ shape around the face.”

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Lob

Bobs are arguably the biggest hair trend at the moment, with dozens of stars opting for cropped cuts. If you want to achieve the chicness of a bob but are scared to go too short, Lofaro suggests trying a lob—AKA a long bob. She says it’s an easy, low-maintenance everyday haircut.

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Bangs and short layers

Lofaro loves a mid-length haircut with shorter layers and some fringe. She notes that it gives off a youthful look.