Long hair shaved sides is a women’s hairstyle that is done by leaving the hair on top long while getting the sides or the back of the head shaved closely to the skin. If you find yourself getting curious about how Miley Cyrus and Cara Delevingne’s rocking signature hairdos will look on you, you’re surely meant for these inspirations!
Adding to the long list of celebrity stars following the trend are Zoe Kravitz, Rihanna, Kelly Osbourne, and Demi Lovato, who are blurring the beauty norms for women and encouraging every girl to be confident and brave about themselves!
However or wherever you want it done, undercuts and side shaves are so versatile that you can hide them whenever you desire to. Depending on your mood or event, you’re guaranteed an instant edge and sassiness that will certainly take you places.
It’s not just merely for fashion – getting a shaved hairstyle also means less work for you! Less styling time in the morning, fewer products to put on your strands, and less weight to carry throughout the day! Although, get ready for more heads turning, and jaws are dropping every time you enter a scene.
Let those clippers do the clipping and unleash your wild side! Even for our daring ladies who have strict office rules, there’d be a lot of alternatives for you in this super popular collection of long hair with shaved sides hairstyles.
#1: Edgy Long Hair
This edgy long hair can be pretty versatile. It features soft and sexy long locks with that rocker chic edge.
Before cutting hair like this, follow the head shape right above the parietal ridge. This will help the hair lay better on that far part flip.
Changing the part in the opposite side or middle will completely cover the shaved side. Do this if you’re wanting to style a little more conservatively.
Thick full hair is fabulous forms look like this because it’s a lot easier to hide the side shave if desired.
Blowing the hair out with at least a medium hold mousse/ foam, will really help keep more control of the style. Try Kenra thickening mousse or Redken Guts.
Be prepared though for slow regrowth process!! It will be an entire year to get about 6 inches of growth.
#2: Long with a Fade Haircut
Hair that is long with a fade haircut on the side is very edgy. If you are looking for a creative haircut, consider undercutting one side of your hair. Remember that the shorter length will require more maintenance than the longer side so talk to your stylist to see if this would be a good option for you.
#3: Long Jet Black Hair with Shaved Sides
Q&A with style creator, Clara Gondin
Hair Stylist @ Hair and Makeup by Clara in Porto, Portugal
How would you describe this?
This long hair with shaved sides for women gives you something edgy at the same time. It’s not too crazy, but it’s super interesting! Don’t you love side shaves? It’s a modern style and an amazing way to express yourself!
What’s your best advice?
If you’re thinking a lot about doing something like this, but you’re not sure, you should just go for it! It’s a wonderful feeling, and you feel so much adrenaline the first time you shave it! It’s super fun!
Don’t worry too much about what you will do when you want to grow it out. You can just put your hair to the other side, and it’s like you don’t even have the side shave. You can also do fun hairstyles like low ponytails or braids to cover the shaved part.
In terms of hairstyles to embrace the shaved hair, it’s super fun to do a high ponytail with lots of volume in the hair, boxer braids, or just wear it loose!
You can also do just a bottom side shave, shave the two sides of your head, only the back, or all of it! Just do it! Don’t be afraid. It’s so much easier than you think. And don’t forget, it’s hair, it grows again!
#4: Naturally Long Hair with Shaved Sides
Q&A with style creator, Enrique Chairez
Salon Owner / Hair Stylist @ Chairez Coiffure Salon in El Paso, TX
How would you describe this?
When it comes to long hair, shaved sides create a very bold and unapologetic hairstyle. Women wearing it are letting you know they are confident, strong, and courageous.
What’s your best advice?
It is high maintenance if a woman decides to keep it as short as shown in the picture, but it also has low maintenance and soft growth to it when you use the appropriate products. These are a medium hold molding wax-like Amika’s Heist and a styling lotion like Amika’s Velveteen to keep your hair frizz-free and silky smooth. You should also consider a Denman brush.
Blow out the short side into place first, following the grain and keeping the airflow flat to the hair to avoid flyaways and closing the cuticle. The rest of the hair is up to you whether you’d like to wear it wavy or straight.
#5: Half Shaved Long Blonde Hair
Half shaved long blonde hair proves one thing— an undercut isn’t only for short hair. A lady can go from edgy to girlish with this chop. Style the locks with waves to highlight the blonde hue and give them a much feminine finish. For thick tresses, an undercut is one of the bests to go for. It lessens the bulkiness of the hair.
#6: Punk Rock Undercut with Shaved Sides
Looking for a badass hairstyle? Give your long hair a twist by shaving both of your sides for an edgy finish. This punk rock undercut hairstyle has a modern mullet vibe, ideal for your natural gray roots. Add some blonde balayage and ombre for a color melting effect that matches your beach wave ends.
#7: Shaved Undercut with Long Braids
An unexpected pair like long braids and shaved sides can become the perfect combo you’ve been looking for! Punk rock and dolled-up meet in this uber flattering shaved sides, long hairstyle!
#8: Shaved Long Hair with Undercut Designs
Hidden under your glorious, textured hair is an intricate pattern thanks to the magic of using clippers to make such undercut designs! Wear your undercut long hair up to reveal this amazing surprise for everyone to appreciate. Shaved hair designs for females are very trendy!
#9: Shaved Sides For Long Straight Hair
An unexpected twist to long straight hair, shaved sides can have a surprising peek like this one right here. Straight hair and bangs can be easily revamped with the help of some clippers!
#10: Long Hair Shaved on One Side
Slightly shave off your long hair on one side to achieve a perfect cut of punk rock! Any hair, especially this textured wavy style, promises to be well-complemented with the undercut.
#11: Long Curly Hair
Go for cuts for long curly hair with a shaved side for a rock-‘n-roll vibe. The length and curls somehow give a stylish, feminine touch to it. The chop, meanwhile, offers a strong, edgy finish to the appearance.
#12: Long Hair One Side Shaved
Q&A with style creator, Danielle Downes
Hair Stylist @ Salon Gratitude Inc in New Hope, PA
How would you describe this?
It’s a “Rebel Soul Rapunzel” because of the combination of ultra-femme romantic length and whisper of anarchy of the buzzed side.
What’s your best advice?
If you’re interested in long hairstyles with shaved sides don’t be afraid to have a good 20+ minute consultation with your stylist/barber to evaluate your hair type and daily styling routine. That way, they can customize the location, length, and width of the buzz to fit your lifestyle needs. This may mean paying a full haircut price for the amount of time spent in their chair but ensures an outcome you won’t regret.
Product-wise, scrunch in Paul Mitchell Hydrocream Whip at the root and length for volume and flexible control. Especially if you have a thick wavy texture. Then diffuse dry, apply Paul Mitchell Hot Off The Press Thermal Spray, and use wand to curl a few pieces to enhance your natural wave.
#13: Shaved Sides and Back with Ponytail
Q&A with style creator, Cris Rojas
Hair Stylist @ Hair by Cris in Cortazar, GTO
How would you describe this?
This long haircut with buzzed sides is bold.
What’s your best advice?
If you want to shave the sides, do it!
If your hair is super thin, then shaved sides on long hair are very easy to accommodate from side to side. If yours is very thick, it may be more difficult to manipulate.
#14: Shaved Sides On Very Long Hair
Q&A with style creator, Rebecca Valane
Barber / Stylist @ All Society Salon & Barbering in Murrieta, CA
How would you describe this?
This long cut is shaved underneath so you can choose to show as much or as little of your wild side! It’s great for a woman with a lot of hair or even very long hair because you keep your length, but get rid of a lot of bulk.
What’s your best advice?
It makes styling long hair easier because you have half as much. With length, you can still do curls and keep your girly side. If you’re feeling like living on the edge, put it in a funky braided updo or simply a bun, and you’re rockin’ the mohawk!
#15: Long Beachy Waves with Shaved Sides
Bold but elegant! Beachy waves are truly versatile that you can match it with a shaved side haircut to show off your playfulness. This is the go-ahead signal for you to add spice to your long haircut with balayage blonde locks.