Hair can mean the world to us and it may takes us a long time to find a style we love. Many of us have long, straight hair but want a change. Adding layers to your hair will not along change the style, keep the length but add volume and boost your fine strands. Long layered hair looks dreamy and amazing. It is a simple hairstyle that every girl loves. If you have managed to get through the short stages of your hair and now have long, flowing hair, are you thinking of having layers? Layers in long hair can make a huge change to your hair even though you will still have the length to play with. Opting for layers can reduce weight in your hair and this is ideal for thicker hair. You can have layers in curly or straight hair and we are here to show you. Switch your hair up a little by adding layers.
We have chosen 31 eye-catching long layered hairstyles for you to think about. Enjoy and just remember you will still have the length, so don’t be afraid to add layers to your hair.
1. Long, Layered Blonde Hair
Long layers can pump up the volume and add movement to your hair.
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Adding layers to long, blonde hair looks stunning. It is a versatile hairstyle and you can either wear your hair up or down. The way you wear it is completely up to you and whatever you choose, your layers will look great!
2. Windswept Layers
Create the romantic feel with windswept layers.
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These windswept layers are fabulous for long hair. They will release your inner Goddess and you will feel that there’s a wind machines in front of you forming your gorgeous hair. It is great for thin or thick hair. Windswept layers create a delicate and girly hairstyle, so go and rock your layers.
3. Curly, Highlighted Layers
Don’t let anyone tell you that layers look better on straight hair.
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Have a look at this photo to show you that they look great! The layers will form curly layers and will show off your hair even more so. By adding highlights to the mix, the layers will stand out and shine. Keep the top of your hair a darker colour for the contrast and the highlights will speak for themselves.
4. Layered Haircut for Brunettes
Are you a brunette or are thinking of dyeing your hair brown?
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This is a great colour for long hair and layers. The front layers will frame your face and the back just looks incredible from all angles. If you do choose this style, keep your hair looking shiny and healthy by using a colour treated shampoo and conditioner.
5. Layers + Blonde Ombre
What a perfect match!
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Layers and blonde ombre highlights are a fashionista’s dream! The blonde ombre highlights will show off the layers and complement your hairstyle. This style looks amazing down, as you can see from the photo above but it also looks amazing tied back. The highlights really do stand out.
6. Choppy Layers
If you have thin hair, you can add layers to instantly boost the energy.
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It will leave your hair looking healthy and fabulous. Choppy layers will create gorgeous views from all angles. This is one of a hairstylists favourite hairstyle to do at the moment. It has an edgy and rocker chick vibe.
7. Face-Framing Layers
Long hair can sometimes be a little boring.
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If you have straight down, long hair, add face-framing layers which will create more of a style. It will highlight your face and your hair will feel fresh. You have transformed your hair into a trending style by just adding a few layers. It will feel so different to you even though you have kept your hair length which will make you feel fabulous. Walk down the street like you are walking down the catwalk girl!
8. Layers + Balayage Highlights
Do you want a natural, long hair style?
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This is for you. This is a gorgeous long layered hairstyle with balayage highlights. These highlights are a natural way to add colour without looking too obvious. This style of highlights is taking the hairdressers world by storm. Many people are opting for the natural look rather than the traditional cap style highlights. The layers will complement your new technique of highlights and all of your friends will be the envy of your new hair.
9. Blow-Out Layers
We all love the blow-out layers.
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They have a magical appearance and will make you feel like you have visited your hair salon every day. If the layers are cut like this, you are onto a winner and will look amazing every day.
10. Two-Length Layers
One suggestion we would say, would be to think about what kind of layers you want before you head straight to the hairdressers.
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Having the consultation with your hairdressers, talking about that you want a layered style is easy but if you want a styled layered look, you need to elaborate. This is a two-length layer style. It looks incredible with a hint of colour at the end of the layers.
