Style Hair Gorgeous Layered Hairstyles to Refresh Long Hair By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on May 26, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Pinterest The dilemma: you want a fresh cut for spring, but you love your length and can't bear the thought of anything more than a trim. First of all, we don't blame you for either. We know as well as anyone the great lengths it takes to grow covetable mermaid hair. While edgy, one-length styles certainly don't lack panache, flirty layers are the answer for anyone who craves a little excitement without sacrificing length. Bonus: regular trims are proven to help promote growth in your strands, so double-win! When the cold, dry days of winter have left your 'do flat and uninspired, a few face-framing, eye-catching layers will transform your locks into a full and flirty hairsterpiece. (Did we mention this cut also happens to look très chic with the hair coloring technique of the year: balayage?) Thick hair benefits from the weight-lifting effects of a layered cut, while thinner hair enjoys a bouncy fullness. These best layered haircuts will leave you and your long hair feeling youthful and reinvigorated. 01 of 13 These Layered Styles Won't Sacrifice Your Length 02 of 13 Ash Blonde with Allover Layers @hairbypris Allover layers help create beautiful waves throughout your cut. Add a cool ash blonde color. With its darker roots and hints of gray, you'll take your hair from pretty to edgy. 03 of 13 Chocolate Brown Hair with Highlighted Layers Pinterest Nothing says warmer weather more than a sun-kissed look. Brighten up dark hair with a chocolate brown color and golden highlights. Layers mix in to add volume and to give impact to those gleaming strands. 04 of 13 Curly, Golden Brown with Layers Pinterest Blending blonde hair with medium brown makes a great combination and adds depth. If you want defined curls or a tousled look, layers give curls a boost. 05 of 13 Golden Blonde with Major Layers Pinterest Go bold with lots of layers. The different lengths will add volume to your cut, frame your face, get rid of extra weight, and offer lots of styling options. Do you want sleek and polished one day and a messier beach day style the next? Try these long layers for your hair. 06 of 13 Layered Hair with Fringe Pinterest Long layers add texture and volume while framing the face. Add some fringe and your cut is next level. Curtain bangs require little effort and make a big impact. 07 of 13 Layered Hair with Soft Waves Pinterest Soft waves make a big statement with this layered look. Dressed up or down, these wavy layers can go from a day at the beach to a night on the town with minimal fuss. 08 of 13 Ombre Brunette with Layers Pinterest Let darker hair have some fun with this ombre layered look. Ombre starts with dark hair color at the roots and transitions to a lighter color near the ends. The result is a stunner. 09 of 13 Straight, Sandy Blonde Hair with Layers Pinterest Simple yet chic, layers give movement and volume to straight long hair. If you want something sophisticated and classic, this is the cut for you. 10 of 13 Strawberry Blonde with Subtle Layers Pinterest A playful cross between blonde and red, strawberry blonde has plenty of warmth and depth. Subtle layers are a great way to showcase those pink and gold highlights, letting you keep the length while adding shape. 11 of 13 Wavy Brown Hair with Chopped Layers Pinterest Go for chopped layers to add some texture to long wavy hair. This cut removes any excess weight and gives your style movement. 12 of 13 Wavy Brunette with Layers Pinterest Layers are an easy way to enhance your wavy hair. Add dimension and shape, and get rid of extra weight to update your long locks. 13 of 13 Long Blonde Hair with Soft End Layers Pinterest These end layers blend easily into long hair. Ask for framing around the face, and the result is a soft, flattering cut that looks great with long hair. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit