Layered Cuts

Layered cuts refers to a group of hairstyles that can be worn at a variety of lengths. Layering can be done in several ways—sometimes layered cuts have to top layers shorter, other layered cuts have longer layers on top and shorter ones on the bottom. Each type of style has different results, but usually it seems that layered cuts give the hair more movement, more body and plenty of flexibility with styling options. Many layered cuts work well when styled down, wrapped into an updo, worn with a headband, or even pulled back into a standard ponytail.
     Below: Layered cuts can be added to almost any hairstyle, short or long; the telltale signs of a layered cut are to see some areas of hair longer than others.

Whether they love short or long hair styles, many of today’s hottest celebrities opt for layered cuts. Lisa Rinna wears a short and spiky yet soft layered haircut, while Tori Spelling and Sara Paxton choose long, beautiful layers that give their hair fabulous movement and body.

Layered cuts are styled by taking small sections of the hair and cutting them in different lengths. Some hairdressers use a razor to make the cuts, giving a bit more body to the ends. Other hair stylists use more straight cuts with scissors and many different layers to create some waves and curls around the ends.