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Medium · Curly · Medium upkeep

Curly shag

A curl-led fringe and shorter crown layers create a soft, expressive silhouette.

Front view of a curly shag with a soft curl fringe.
Side view showing the curly shag's shorter crown and longer perimeter.

The feeling

A closer look

The curly shag gives volume a deliberate home at the crown and around the face. The perimeter remains longer while the top is lighter. Fringe length must be checked after shrinkage, especially where the curl pattern differs between the front and back.

These generated images are inspiration. A hairdresser can help adapt the shape to your density, growth patterns and preferred routine.

Make it work for you

Styling notes

  • Distribute curl product through damp sections with gentle hands.
  • Encourage the shorter crown and fringe curls without stretching them.
  • Dry on low heat or naturally, then separate only a few curls for extra softness.

Everyday upkeep

  • Arrange fringe trims if the curls start sitting in your eyes.
  • Review the shape around eight to twelve weeks, preserving enough length at the perimeter.