A New Shag Cut Is Taking Over—Here Are 14 Amazing Ways To Style It

There's a new haircut on the block—and it turns out it's not new at all. While the classic bob and blunt lob have seen their fair share of attention recently, it's the new shag that's taking over salons everywhere. Before you lose yourself flashing back to Stevie Nicks, Jane Fonda, David Cassidy, and Mick Jagger with their choppy shag cuts, we want you to envision a more flattering shag. This modern nod to the shag cut that reigned supreme in the 1970s is just as mussed and layer-heavy but slightly softer in approach. (And it's so flattering.)

While getting a layer-packed cut like this can be intimidating, the new shag is approachable, softer, and not one-size-fits-all. An old-school shag cut traditionally hits between the collarbone and chest, but face shape and hair texture should dictate your most flattering length. The bangs are still eyebrow-grazing and longer on the sides, and oodles of layers give the midsection volume and body (but ask for softer layers that aren't choppy!). If you're feeling adventurous on your next trip to the salon, try one of these 14 modern shag haircut styles.