The shag haircut is having a moment again, but it’s come a long way from the retro vibe of the 70s, made popular by Jane Fonda. It’s no wonder the shag haircut has become such a popular cut among clients because it’s low maintenance but also has an edgy, rock’n’roll feel. The shag accentuates the face by adding height at the crown and volume in the back, framing with a fringe.

The shag haircut is also very versatile and works well with various hair textures. A hairstylist needs to work with the hair to create movement and textural layers to softly frame the face, so this look will work best on medium to long hair.

Keep reading to learn how to create this old but gold style with a modern twist, using Sebastian Professional’s classic colouring, cutting and styling techniques.