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Hot Hair: The New Shag

Lately, the most popular hairstyles seem to hit extremes, like Solange's super-short crop or Ciara's waist-length locks. But another, more in-between style is quickly gaining popularity -- the New Shag. Choppy, tousled, and shoulder-grazing or a bit longer, this medium-length 'do is poised to be fall's coolest coif. From blonde highlights to retro curls, check out how each of these celebs made the New Shag their own.
Hot Hair: The New Shag
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020
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Lately, the most popular hairstyles seem to hit extremes, like Solange’s super-short crop or Ciara’s waist-length locks. But another, more in-between style is quickly gaining popularity — the New Shag. Choppy, tousled, and shoulder-grazing or a bit longer, this medium-length ‘do is poised to be fall’s coolest coif. From blonde highlights to retro curls, check out how each of these celebs made the New Shag their own.