Style Hair Long Hairstyles The Long Shag Is The Easy Summer Cut You Need By Mary Shannon Wells Mary Shannon Wells Mary Shannon is an Associate Digital Editor and has been on the Southern Living team since 2017. She helps run the brand's social media accounts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok, where she's happily behind the scenes. When she's not ruffling feathers with an etiquette poll via Instagram Stories, she's writing content for the website and assisting in various print projects like gift guides and home stories. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on September 24, 2020 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Pinterest/Refinery29 Many people think spring and summer are the ideal time for a major chop. We're totally in favor of a seasonal hairstyle change, but not necessarily one that goes shorter. The modern shag is one of the trendiest haircuts right now, and it looks amazing with long hair. The long shag haircut looks laidback and easy, especially with natural texture or beachy waves, which are ideal for long summer days. With a long shag, there's more length to add layers, which amp up texture and depth. Face-framing fringe, paired with layers that hit at the chin and even longer layers, make for a full look that never goes flat. If you're anxious about cutting bangs, go for long bangs, but if you're all-in on the style, rock tapered bangs that almost go straight across. If you don't want to go for a short cut this summer, try something new and fringe it up with a long shag. 01 of 12 Sunkissed Shag Instagram/@shanecraighair Delicate sunkissed highlights and beachy waves were made for summer. 02 of 12 Smoky Layers Instagram/@salsalhair Multiple layers add texture to this trendy ash-toned cut. 03 of 12 Honey-Hued Babylights Instagram/@prissieo This deep strawberry blonde is lightened up with shades of honey and blonde babylights. 04 of 12 Long, Wispy Wings Pinterest/Refinery29 These long, straight wings are a laidback boho version of the amped up Farrah Fawcett ones you know and love. 05 of 12 Shadow Root Shag Pinterest If you haven't heard, darker roots that seamlessly smudge into a lighter hue are now a trend called shadow roots. No more money wasted on touch-ups, especially during the summer when the sun can color for you. 06 of 12 Bronde Balayage Instagram/@johnnyramirez This delicate balayage job has a natural feel, and a few long layers add depth to the cut. A color like this is so easy to grow out through the seasons. 07 of 12 Air-Dried Ease Pinterest/Good Good Gorgeous With a no-fuss cut and long hair, you can air dry and go, especially after long days on the beach. 08 of 12 Sleek and Straight Instagram/@sazan Although shags are often associated with messy waves, they can look edgy with super straight stands, too. 09 of 12 Slightly Side-Parted Instagram/@cherilynrachelle If you're worried about going for the shag because you're not used to a middle part, you can still part your bags slightly to your usual side and achieve the same vibe. 10 of 12 Levels of Layers Pinterest/Refinery29 This cut looks so full because it has several lengths of layers. Use a texturizing spray or volumizing mousse for even more oomph. 11 of 12 Mahogany with Chestnut Ribbons Instagram/@salsalhair Ribbons of rich chestnut complement dark brunette, especially for warm skin tones. 12 of 12 Piece-y Fringe Instagram/@salsalhair Structured layers look beachy and laidback when paired with natural texture. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit