There’s a much easier way to amp up your look byadding in some layers.
Though it’s a simple change, it can make a huge statement.
The list of reasons for why you, too, should get layers is practically endless.
Here are elegant layered haircuts that are sure to class up your look.
Though it was a major hair makeover, her soft layers and side-swept bangs stayed.
Zendaya
Zendaya’s layers give her loose curls completely new life.
However, the secret is in how she styles it.
“Heat is the enemy,” she toldAllure.
It takes more time, but it’s worth it."
Olivia Holt
Olivia Holt’s blunt haircut is loaded with soft layers.
At one point, she evenshowed off bright blue streaksthat added anotherlayerto her look.
Eva Mendes
An elegant, layered haircut is easy for anyone to obtain.
Eva Mendes proved this when she came clean about her ‘do on Instagram.
However, she does have an effortless styling secret.
She turns to a dry texturizing spray to keep her layered haircut looking their best.
“It soaks up the oil and creates nice texture and volume,” she told InStyle.
Giuliana Rancic
Giuliana Rancic’s asymmetrical bob wouldn’t be complete without its soft layers.
It’s a look we’re loving, and one that Rancic finds herself returning to again and again.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez’s ‘do is straight out of a dream.
Her layers add tons of volume, and hercurtain bangshelp frame her face.
Let’s be honest, though J.Lo could rock any look, and we’d love it.
“I keep it natural,” she told Elle Canada (viaHOLA!
Reese Witherspoon
Reese Witherspoon’s cut and color are things to lust over.
However beautiful we think her layered locks look, being blond wasn’t always easy for her.
“And use the beach spray to hold that piece-y texture.”
To replicateHeidi Klum’s hair, ask your hairstylist for face-framing layers, wispy bangs, and choppy ends.
Jessica Chastain
An easy way to lean into layers is to get some soft ones to start.
Jessica Chastain’sred lockshave long, subtle layers that make look oh-so elegant.
Though her locks aren’t as long, the layers add so much movement.
This ‘do could make anyone feel like a totaldream girl.
The various lengths add movement and keep it from looking heavy.
Sophie Turner
Layers styled in loose waves is a look we’re loving.
For inspiration, turn to Sophie Turner’s blond locks.
Ever since she got her big break, she’s experimented with all sorts of hairstyles.
Her layered lob is one of our all-time favorite elegant looks.
Meghan Markle
All eyes have been on Meghan Markle and her hair for quite some time now.
“A good volumizing or texturizing spray can form a great base for styling,” he toldVogue.
“I’ll use a flat iron and a curling iron,” she toldE!
“It’s important to create different types of texture in the hair.”
Diane Kruger
Diane Kruger’s perfectly layered haircut is an easy way to pump up the volume.
Scarlett Johansson
Scarlett Johansson’s short layered haircut makes her life a lot easier.
“I think I just got tired of wearing a ponytail all the time,” she toldRefinery29.
Her haircut proves you might still have beautiful layers without having to have long locks.
Selena Gomez
There’s always something to love aboutSelena Gomez’s look.
Whether she’s sporting a short ‘do or long locks, her haircut always looks super elegant.
Jameela Jamil
Jameela Jamil is all about embracing her natural look.
“I don’t curl or dry it,” she toldThe New York Times.
Ashley Greene
Soft layers and a side part make Ashley Greene’s hair look ultra elegant.
Though the layers give her ‘do dimension, the loose curls give it even more volume.
The secret is to curl your hair toward your face.
“You should be fearless because hair is truly one of your biggest accessories,” he toldUs Weekly.
Hilary Duff
Let’s be honest Hilary Duff’s hair has always been #hairgoals.
While her present-day layered haircut is different, her layers achieve the same effect.
“There are so many opportunities to explore and play with different shapes and textures,” she toldByrdie.
Given her opinion, it makes sense her hair once had its own Instagram account!
Jamie Chung
Jamie Chung’s cut has subtle layers that her hair color brings attention to.
A layered lob really was a no-brainer!
Yara Shahidi
Yara Shahidi avoids heat at all costs to help keep her layered curls intact.
She’s proof that an elegant mane can also be easy to maintain!
Ever since she cut it into choppy layers, she’s gotten tons of compliments.
“I like a slick, short bob partly because it’s really low maintenance,” she toldElle.
Kate Middleton
Kate Middleton’s long, soft layers give her elegant look a little extra oomph.
