HAIRCUT & STYLE GUIDE
Straight Haircut Guide: Deciding Between V-Cuts, Layers, and Bangs
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Shaping Straight Hair
When choosing a straight haircut, the most impactful decision isn't just the length—it's the outline of the ends and the presence of layers. Because straight hair lacks the camouflage of curls, the structural cutting technique takes center stage. A sharp V-cut will create a completely different silhouette than piecey, textured layers or a horizontal blunt fringe. Understanding how these edges behave is key to selecting your next salon appointment.
Sleek V-Cut Ends
A V-cut tapers the hair’s length down to a central point in the back. This outline removes visual bulk from the front shoulders while maintaining maximum vertical length down the spine. It provides a highly tailored, geometric look that works well for thick, straight hair, though it requires frequent trims to keep the central point looking sharp rather than stringy.
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