50 Gorgeous Layered Hairstyles for Longer Hair
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You've finally grown out that lob — now what? Take some inspiration from your favorite celebrities — Jennifer Garner, Reese Witherspoon, and more — and add volume to your long hair. One trip to the salon, a few award-winning products, and a curling wand (or hair staightener!) will have your layers looking special occasion ready in no time.
Layered Mega Curls
Go au naturel like Thandie Newton. A conditioning foam, like Pantene Pro-V Classic Clean Foam Conditioner ($6, target.com) will keep the frizz at bay while giving you mega-volume. Win-win.
Ombré Layers
In addition to layers, Melissa McCarthy's subtly gradient color helps add gorgeous dimension.
Center-parted Hair
Change it up and run your comb down the middle for a change. Of course the symmetrical style looks great on Anne Hathaway, but the quick switch slims down any face.
Highlights and Bangs
Throw in highlights, as demonstrated by Halle Berry, for a summer-y vibe.
Bouncy Layers
Who says older women can't have long hair? At 51 years old, Laura Dern is still rocking big, bouncy curls in her long locks — proof that you should grow it out if you want to.
Blunt Bangs with Curly Hair
Add over-the-eyebrow bangs for some serious drama. (And here's how to style them to frame your face.)
'60s Voluminous Layers
Turn into a modern-day Brigitte Bardot by teasing the hair around your crown like Tyra Banks.
Beachy Layers
Give beachy, air-dried layers a more refined finish by deeply parting your hair and keeping the shallow side tucked behind your ear.
Beachy and Blonde Layers
To get beachy waves like Christie Brinkley's all year round, follow these easy tutorials.
Sun-Kissed Hair
Ask your stylist to add gold highlights and curl your hair like Gwyneth Paltrow's for a youthful hairdo.
Side-parted Hair
For a style that's nearly blunt but just a tad more natural, add slightly shorter layers towards the inside like Aubrey Plaza's.
Long Hair with Side Bangs
Self-conscious about your forehead? Try long, side-swept bangs like Taylor Swift's.
Accessorized Hairstyle
Try an elegant new look by taking inspo from Madeline Brewer and adding a cute, white flower to one side of your hair.
Southern Belle Layers
Big curls, feathered layers and lots of volume — this style, as seen on Carrie Underwood, is sure to turn heads.
Soft and Curly Layers
Loosely-curled ends look extra-polished on Jennifer Garner. Use a larger round brush to achieve the same smooth bounce, or a smaller one for extra lift.
Chin-Length Layers
Try Kelly Preston's haircut by asking your stylist for layers starting around your chin.
Dressed Up Beachy Hair
Beachy waves aren't only for the beach, as proven by Mindy Kaling. She takes the look to a more polished place with a finishing product like Kerastase Initialiste Scalp & Hair Serum ($51, kerastase-usa.com).
Super Sideswept Layers
Don't be afraid of a deep side part — Meghan Markle's asymmetric look creates lots of volume (and looks trés chic). Of course, a tiara is highly recommended.
Half-Up Messy Bun Hairstyle
Show off your length while keeping your hair out of your face in the cutest possible way: a high-set messy bun with a strand wrapped around the hair tie ($6, amazon.com).
Big Blonde Curly Hair
Follow Amanda Seyfried's lead and add volume to your blowout. Headband is optional.
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