Limited Time Offer 40% off The Touselled Wavy Hair Routine. Use code: Wavy-Girlie
Explore the choppy shag bob, a textured and messy cut, paired with a "Nirvana Blonde" color featuring a soft shadow root for a lived-in, grunge look.
HAIRSTYLE CARD
Choppy Shag Bob in a "Shadow Root Nirvana Blonde"
Low-maintenance color meets high-texture cut. The choppy shag bob is all about texture, and the shadow root blonde gives it a lived-in, effortless feel.
Ocassion
Casual, Weekend, Romantic
Best suit face shape
All
Best for hair type
1a-2a (pre-perm)
Difficulty Level
Easy (Post-Perm)
Minimum hair length
Collarbone
DIY Time at home
5 mins (daily)
Time in Salon
4-5 hours+
this style is for
Dislacimer
The person who wants a bright blonde look without the high maintenance of constant root touch-ups. The shag cut is perfect for a relaxed, messy style.
Hairstyle Insight
A "shadow root" or "root smudge" is a technique where a colorist applies a darker toner to the root area to create a soft, seamless transition as the hair grows out.
Key Benefits
The cut has great texture and movement.
The color is bright yet low-maintenance.
An edgy, modern, and lived-in look.
Perfect for a relaxed styling routine.
A chic, effortless blonde option.
Common Misconceptions
That a shag haircut always looks warm or retro.
How to ask your stylist for this style
Ask for a "textured, shaggy bob with a fringe." For color, ask for a "'cool espresso'—a 'dark brown without any warmth, with ashy undertones.'"
Tools:
Choosing Products
Sulfate-free, perm-safe shampoo and conditioner; a lightweight curl cream or leave-in.
Step by step instructions to achieve style at home
Enhance the shaggy texture by air-drying with a sea salt spray.
Maintain the cool color tone by using a blue shampoo (which cancels out orange tones) once a week.
Caring for your hair
A low-maintenance style, but the shag requires trims every 6-8 weeks.
The cool-toned color needs a blue-toned gloss every 8-10 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Dislacimer
Dislacimer
Why is my dark brown hair turning reddish?
Many dark brown hair colors have a natural underlying warm or red pigment that is exposed as the color fades. Using a cool-toned gloss or a blue shampoo can neutralize this.
Ask a question
Have a burning question about hair care? Submit your query, and our experts will provide the answers you seek.
Share a tip!
We love to hear from you. If you have a burning tip you are eager to share with our community just reach out to us!
Meet our expert
Madeleine
Director
Madeleine is an expert hair stylist dedicated to the art and science of hair care. Her work empowers individuals to understand and embrace their hair's true potential, transforming routine care into a ritual of natural beauty.
