Medium-length hairstyles are incredibly versatile, offering a perfect balance between short and long hair. With layers, these styles can add volume, texture, and dimension to your look, making them suitable for all face shapes and hair types. Below is a detailed breakdown of some of the most stunning medium-length layered hairstyles trending in 2025.
1. Long Bob With Caramel Highlights
Long Bob With Caramel Highlights
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This layered lob with bouncy waves is ideal for those with thick or slightly wavy hair. The subtle side part paired with caramel highlights adds warmth to your complexion while drawing attention to your jawline and eyes. The bouncy waves at shoulder length accentuate your shoulders, creating an elegant and polished appearance.
Key Takeaways:
- Perfect for thick or wavy hair.
- Caramel highlights brighten the face and add warmth.
- Layers emphasize the jawline and create movement.
2. Half Updo With Bangs
Half Updo With Bangs
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Bangs are a timeless accessory that can instantly elevate any hairstyle. This half-updo incorporates bangs and layers, adding volume and texture to the crown. A slight bouffant effect elongates the face, while blonde highlights around the face brighten your eyes and complexion.
Key Takeaways:
- Adds fun and flair with bangs.
- Bouffant creates a face-slimming effect.
- Blonde highlights enhance facial features.
3. Shoulder Down Layers
Shoulder Down Layers
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Inspired by Felicity Jones, this style features layers cut from the shoulders down, giving the illusion of thicker, more voluminous hair. It’s a classy and simple option for those who want elegance without too much fuss.
Key Takeaways:
- Layers from the shoulders down create thickness.
- Perfect for those seeking simplicity with style.
- Works well for straight or slightly wavy hair.
4. Fine-Ended Layers
Fine-Ended Layers
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If you already have shoulder-length layered hair, thinning the ends can make your hair appear fuller and more dimensional. This technique adds depth and texture to your medium-length haircut, creating a modern and chic look.
Key Takeaways:
- Thinning the ends adds volume and dimension.
- Ideal for fine or medium-density hair.
- Creates a sophisticated, layered effect.
5. Curved-In Layers
Curved-In Layers
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The lob (long bob) remains one of the most popular haircuts due to its versatility. To prevent it from looking plain, add layers midway down and curve the ends inward using a round brush and blow dryer. This technique makes your hair appear fuller and more dynamic.
Key Takeaways:
- Layers and inward curves add fullness.
- Perfect for oval or heart-shaped faces.
- Great for straight or wavy hair.
6. Thin Golden Layers
Thin Golden Layers
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Brie Larson showcased this stylish layered cut at the premiere of August: Osage County. The wavy layers fall near the cheeks and curve outward just below them, drawing attention to the jawline. This look is especially flattering for those with wider faces.
Key Takeaways:
- Wavy layers flatter the jawline.
- Curved ends soften facial features.
- Golden tones add warmth and brightness.
7. Wispy Layers
Wispy Layers
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If you’ve recently opted for a blunt cut but want to add texture, consider incorporating wispy layers in the front and outer sections of your hair. This feathered yet voluminous style is reminiscent of the iconic Captain Marvel look.
Key Takeaways:
- Wispy layers add texture and dimension.
- Feathers the hair for a softer finish.
- Works well with both straight and wavy hair.
8. Fine Wavy-Ended Layers
Fine Wavy-Ended Layers
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Layers and waves are a match made in heaven, adding freshness and movement to your look. If you have full cheeks, start the layers at or below the jawline to create a slimming effect.
Key Takeaways:
- Waves and layers create a slimming effect.
- Perfect for those with rounder faces.
- Adds a touch of elegance and sophistication.
9. Long Thin-Ended Layers
Long Thin-Ended Layers
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Layers with wispy ends are a global favorite for good reason. The light tips give your hair a voluminous, sun-kissed appearance, adding warmth to your overall look.
Key Takeaways:
- Wispy ends create a voluminous effect.
- Sunkissed look adds warmth and dimension.
- Ideal for medium to thick hair.
10. Golden Beachy-Wave Layers
Golden Beachy-Wave Layers
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Gwyneth Paltrow nails the perfect beachy hairdo with face-framing layers and deep point cutting for movement. Blonde highlights add contrast, while large-barrel curls create texture. This style is perfect for achieving that effortless, sun-kissed vibe.
Key Takeaways:
- Face-framing layers add movement.
- Blonde highlights enhance texture.
- Large-barrel curls mimic beachy waves.
11. Layered Lob Ombre
Layered Lob Ombre
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Blunt layers are excellent for accentuating the jawline, but they may not suit pointed jawlines. This ombre lob is perfect for oval or heart-shaped faces, softening sharp features and balancing wide foreheads.
Quick Pro Tip:
For darker skin tones, blend copper and golden blondes for warm, complementary shades.
Key Takeaways:
- Ombre adds depth and dimension.
- Flatters oval and heart-shaped faces.
- Warm tones complement darker skin tones.
12. Perfect Curl Layers
Perfect Curl Layers
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These layers are tailored for wavy or slightly curly hair. Apply curl-defining cream and use a curling iron to enhance your natural texture. The result is a polished yet effortless look.
Key Takeaways:
- Enhances natural curls or waves.
- Curl-defining products add definition.
- Works best for wavy or curly hair.
13. Light Curly Layers
Light Curly Layers
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Curls at the ends of layered hair can soften a square or diamond-shaped face. This style adds volume and texture, making your hair appear fuller and more dynamic.
Key Takeaways:
- Softens angular jawlines.
- Adds volume and fullness.
- Perfect for square or diamond-shaped faces.
14. Jaw-Framing Layers
Jaw-Framing Layers
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Jenna Coleman’s brown hair with blonde highlights demonstrates how layers can frame the face beautifully. Subtle movement in the layers complements the style, creating an effortlessly chic look.
Key Takeaways:
- Layers frame the jawline elegantly.
- Blonde highlights add dimension.
- Effortless and timeless style.
15. Naturally Wavy Layers
Naturally Wavy Layers
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Standard layers add volume and texture to straight hair. If your cheeks are the fullest part of your face, styling your hair with slight waves can create the illusion of slimmer features.
Key Takeaways:
- Layers add volume to straight hair.
- Waves create a slimming effect.
- Simple yet effective styling.
16. Waterfall Layers
These long layers give added movement to hair that is styled with smooth waves. Wavy hairstyles will also last longer with layers since the weight taken out of the hair can’t weigh it down. Make sure the waves are defined but not too crisp. Begin curling your hair from halfway down. This will make the waves look more natural.
17. Curly-Ended Layers
Billie Piper is known for her bangs and slightly wavy locks. But, this look just makes her shine! The curly-ended layers bring out her jawline. The lighter highlights make her stunning eyes pop. The deep side parting finishes off this look perfectly.
18. V-Layers
The V- layered cut is one of the most sought-after hairstyles all over the globe. The best thing about this hairstyle is that it is voluminous below the chin, which makes your face appear smaller than it is while accentuating your facial features.
19. Face-Framing Layers
If you want style without taking away too much of your hair length, this hairstyle is for you. This is a super stylish way to frame your face. This point and slide-cut layered haircut is easy to style at home. Flip your hair over and blow dry the roots and underneath of your hair. Then flip up and blow dry the layers inward with a 45 mm round brush.
20. Blonde Wavy Layers
Wavy blonde layers look incredibly stunning. The layers will chisel the lower half of your face. These standard layers help add volume and texture to your hair. If you have straight hair but your cheeks are the fullest part of your face, consider styling your hair slightly wavy. This step will give your hair look fuller.
21. Sharp Face-Framing Layers
If you have full cheeks, get layers that begin below the chin. The ends of the layers will accentuate your jawline while the hair near your face will cover the width of the cheeks and make them look thinner.
22. Sharp V Layers
This layered hairstyle looks incredible. The layered cut is for straight, thick hair. It shows off the straight hair texture well, making your hair look lush. Try a high ponytail with this hairstyle, and I promise you won’t be disappointed.
23. Bleached Blonde Layers
When The Big Bang Theory first aired, Penny’s golden locks were the clear winner (apart from those four lovable nerds). It’s no secret that Kaley Cuoco has incredible hair, but the layers make her medium-length hair shine even more.
24. Smooth Layers
Smooth layers that flow from bangs through the length of your hair are the perfect way to make a professional style statement. It lends you an oomph to your fashion and the thin ends will make the rest of your hair appear thick.
25. Subtle Layers
Notice how the layers are there but don’t take all the attention? Instead, the focus is on Karen Fukuhara’s face. If you have a face shape that you want to flaunt, this is one of the best layered looks to do so.
26. Fierce Layers
It’s no secret that if you want your hair to look thicker or bouncier, curls are the way to go. But, adding layers to the mix makes your hair look fuller. Curl your hair in big rolls but small sections to add volume at the ends.
27. U Layers
The U-cut is known as being a “Plain Jane” type of hairstyle. But, the scales can be raised by adding layers to it. Style it in a deep side parting to help frame your face.
28. All-Rounder Layers
I like to call this the all-rounder layered cut. This is perfect and simple for the college-going girl who does it all: acing her tests and playing sports. However, I wouldn’t recommend this hairstyle if you have thin hair.
29. Highlighted Layers
If you already have layers, add some highlights to really bring them out. Apart from just being fun, highlights help in framing your face. Pick shades that are a few shades lighter than your natural hair color and see the magic work!
30. Softly Feathered Layers
If you have fine hair, this is a great way to make it look thick. Ask your hairstylist for layers with softly feathered ends. Then, curl your hair in big sections with a curling iron for about five seconds to achieve those stunning curls.
31. Heavy Curved Layers
This hairstyle is achieved with a round brush and a blowdryer. Curve the ends of your layers with the round brush and set them in place with the blowdryer. Opt for lighter highlights to flaunt those layers and waves. This hairstyle accentuates your facial features.
32. Hermoine’s Wavy Layers
You have the perfect wavy hair but are wondering how to flaunt it? Add in some layers – it’s a game-changer. Not only will your waves fall like a waterfall, but it will also accentuate your hair texture beautifully.
33. Blonde Balayage Layers
Being brunette is awesome, but I’m sure you’ll like to see what you look like blonde. Instead of opting for a full hair change, try this blonde balayage. The best thing about it is that since it is a lighter shade than brown, you can color it back if it doesn’t work out! But to be on the safe side, check with a hairstylist which blonde shade will suit your skin’s undertone.
34. Blonde Highlighted Layers
If you have layers and want to flaunt them, blonde highlights are the way to go. Opt for a shade that’s close to your hair color and goes with your skin’s undertone. Straighten your hair and strut about like Olivia! This straight-layered hairstyle is just worth it for the stylishness it brings!
35. Loose Wavy Dimensional Layers
Wrap your layered hair in a curling iron and twirl it down your hair to recreate this wavy magic. Opt for lighter highlights at the bottom to flaunt those layers and waves. This accentuates your facial features.
36. Espresso Balayage Layers
Espresso is God’s gift to mankind. It’s all coffee, and that’s what makes it so delicious. Get your hair colored in an espresso brown shade to carry that feeling with you everywhere you go.
37. Strawberry Layers
Layers can be accentuated with color. I would suggest getting your hair colored first and then getting it cut in layers. This way, you’ll be able to really enhance the layers.
38. Stairwell Layers
Heavy curly layers at the bottom make your jawline appear soft and wide. They also make your hair look thicker at the ends, which will make your face seem thinner than it is. You can rock a ponytail like never before with this hairstyle.
39. Brownish Blonde Layers
When you have light brown hair, most women tend to opt for a blonde change. Take a unique path and let your inner warrior out with this orange ombre. The orange hues go well with the light brown top. It will bring your hair back to life.
40. Silky Straight Layers
Emma Stone looks stunning in any hairstyle, and she proves it here with this medium-length hair look. Her platinum blonde hair has been cut in shallow layers and styled with side-swept bangs to give her a preppy look.
41. Side Parting
A side parting can make your hair look flat if you don’t have thick hair. But if you do have thick hair, the side parting is your trusted companion. It balances out any uneven facial features and flaunts your layers.
42. Modern Jane Layers
The modern, simple Jane. No girl is without a sense of style, and this proves it. Simple, subtle layers at the end make her hair look lush and voluminous. Add in the curls to make your hair look glossier and fuller.
43. Thickening Layers
Layers for thin-haired women mean disaster most of the time because it can make their hair look stringy and ratty. Opt for thick layers that are feathered at the end. Use a volumizing spray or dry shampoo to add texture and volume to your layers. Get regular trims as this will keep your layers looking fresh.
44. Platinum Layers
Platinum hair is stunning! It’s all the rage right now. It looks almost white with a hint of blonde. Check with your hairstylist if your skin’s undertone works with this color. Opt for thin layers below your jawline to help streamline your face.
45. Bronde Layers
Bronde is one of the few colors hairstylists can’t stop talking about. The roots are dark while the shade becomes lighter as it reaches the end. Notice how just the ends are feathered. This will make your medium-length hair appear thicker.
46. Beautiful Layers
If you ever need a good hairstyle for your medium-length hair, check out Rose Byrne’s looks. They look sophisticated and elegant while still being perfect for the beach. Here, the layers are concentrated at the hair tips. They’ve been feathered neatly to flaunt her hair’s thickness.
47. Balayage Layers
A balayage layered haircut is superb for face-framing. The dark roots make your face look longer while the layers cover a large forehead and broad cheeks. The layers just below the jawline streamline it while the blonde shade softens it.
Quick Tip
If you have brown hair, you can dye it in a soft-amber chocolate shade (tiger eye). It complements the warm skin tone. It also looks good on people with brown or green eyes.
48. Sculpted Layers
Sculpted waves are the best red carpet look. But, did you know that you can enhance your waves with layers? They also help in framing your face and adding depth and dimension to your tresses.
49. Long Face-Framing Layers
Notice how Rose’s layers are at the front, right near her face? This is for framing her face. Rose Byrne has a slightly large forehead that she usually covers with bangs. She draws attention to her flawless jawline with layers. The layers also bring her eyes, nose, and mouth into the limelight.
50. Parted Layers
If you love layers but want to take a new approach to them, opt for a different parting. If your hair naturally parts in the middle, opt for a side parting. This will make your hair look fuller and thicker.
51. Heavy Layers
Curl your hair in big sections using a straightener to obtain this stunning look. The layers blend in perfectly to volumize your hair and draw attention to your face shape. Go fora smokey eye makeup look to bring out your eyes.
52. Sharp Defined Layers
Just got a new hair color and want to flaunt it? Layers are the way to go. Opt for heavy, sharply cut layers that pack on each other. Style this cut in a deep side parting to give your hair a voluminous lift at the top.
