Before you choose
How to choose from these medium-length wavy hairstyles
Start with the feature that matters most to you, then use the photographs to compare the remaining details. Treat color, lighting, and a fresh salon finish as separate from the underlying cut or style.
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29+ Medium-Length Wavy Hairstyles
Compare these 29+ medium-length wavy hairstyles by their visible shape, texture, front detail, and wearability. Save the details that fit your hair and routine.
Idea 01
Dark Brunette Medium-Length Wavy Haircut with Highlights
This cut is defined by a wavy surface, a clear lower edge, and an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Finish
- Wavy
- Color
- Dark brunette
Dark brunette medium-length wavy haircut with highlights; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, decide whether the open front, cut perimeter, or wavy movement is the feature you want preserved most.
Idea 02
Beach Bronde Shag with Beach Waves and Center Part
For shape comparison, the wavy finish gives this shag visible movement, with the front defined by center part.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Shag
- Front
- Center part
Beach bronde shaggy haircut with beach waves and center part; the main salon reference is the relationship between the center part and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, ask where the weight should sit in this shag and how the center part will grow between appointments.
Idea 03
Blonde Medium-Length Haircut with Beach Waves
The balance comes from a defined cut, wavy movement, and the way an open front shapes the front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Blonde medium-length wavy haircut with messy beach waves; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, save a second angle of this cut so the crown, side weight, and open front are not left to interpretation.
Choose your direction
First decision
Choose the endpoint and overall silhouette before comparing texture or color.
Texture check
Front pieces and fringe change how the cut frames the face and how often it needs reshaping.
Upkeep check
Save more than one angle when the back shape or crown volume matters.
Best reference
Save a clear front view and a second angle when the back shape matters.
Idea 04
Dark Brunette Medium-Length Butterfly Haircut on Wavy Hair
The wavy texture softens the butterfly cut; the main face-framing detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Butterfly cut
- Finish
- Wavy
Dark brunette medium-length butterfly haircut on wavy hair, with a lot of dimension; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the butterfly cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, ask where the weight should sit in this butterfly cut and how the open front will grow between appointments.
Idea 05
Medium-Length Wavy Haircut with Bottleneck Bangs
At a glance, this cut is defined by a wavy surface, a clear lower edge, and bottleneck bangs.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Front
- Bottleneck bangs
- Finish
- Wavy
Medium-length wavy haircut with bottleneck bangs; the main salon reference is the relationship between the bottleneck bangs and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For daily wear, decide whether the bottleneck bangs, cut perimeter, or wavy movement is the feature you want preserved most.
Idea 06
Black Dimensional Medium-Length Hairstyle with Slight Waves
At a glance, this view clearly records bottleneck bangs, the cut perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Bottleneck bangs
Black dimensional medium-length hairstyle with slight waves and bottleneck bangs; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the bottleneck bangs will grow between appointments.
Idea 07
Black Medium-Length Haircut with Caramel Balayage and Waves
For shape comparison, the clearest visual cues are the cut, wavy texture, and side-swept bangs.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Side-swept bangs
Black medium-length haircut with caramel balayage and waves, with side bangs; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, decide whether the side-swept bangs, cut perimeter, or wavy movement is the feature you want preserved most.
Idea 08
Black Medium-Length Wavy Haircut with Waves and a Lot of Volume
For shape comparison, this view clearly records an open front, the cut perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Black medium-length wavy haircut with waves and a lot of volume; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the open front will grow between appointments.
Idea 09
Black Medium-Length Wavy Hairstyle with Caramel Highlights and Waves
At a glance, the cut remains readable through the wavy texture, and the main front detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Black medium-length wavy hairstyle with caramel highlights and waves; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Ask how this wavy cut will sit at your density and whether the front needs regular reshaping.
Idea 10
Black Shaggy and Choppy Medium-Length Haircut
This view clearly records side part, the shag perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Shag
- Front
- Side part
Black shaggy and choppy medium-length haircut with side part and messy waves; the main salon reference is the relationship between the side part and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, ask where the weight should sit in this shag and how the side part will grow between appointments.
Idea 11
Brown Medium-Length Wavy Hairstyle with Face-Framing Layers
At a glance, the wavy texture softens the layered cut; the main face-framing detail comes from face-framing pieces.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Layered cut
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Brown medium-length wavy hairstyle with face-framing layers; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying layered cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Ask where the weight should sit in this layered cut and how the face-framing pieces will grow between appointments.
Idea 12
Brown Medium-Length Haircut with Blonde Highlights, Waves
For shape comparison, this cut is defined by a wavy surface, a clear lower edge, and side-swept bangs.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Side-swept bangs
Brown medium-length haircut with blonde highlights, waves and side bangs that are made blonde; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a salon consultation, point out the cut and side-swept bangs first; treat the blonde and blowout volume as separate choices.
Idea 13
Brown Medium-Length Wavy Hairstyle with Blunt Bangs
For shape comparison, the face frame is set by full fringe, while the wavy finish keeps the cut from looking rigid.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Front
- Full fringe
- Finish
- Wavy
Brown medium-length wavy hairstyle with blunt bangs; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the full fringe will grow between appointments.
Idea 14
Brunette Shoulder-Length Wavy Hairstyle with Caramel Highlights
At a glance, the wavy texture softens the cut; the main face-framing detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Shoulder-length
- Finish
- Wavy
- Color
- Brunette
Brunette shoulder-length wavy hairstyle with caramel highlights; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the open front will grow between appointments.
Idea 15
Chic Brunette Medium-Length Hairstyle with Caramel Balayage
For shape comparison, the wavy finish gives this cut visible movement, with the front defined by an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Chic brunette medium-length hairstyle with caramel balayage and waves down; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, compare how the cut ends when worn with less wavy styling before committing to the photographed shape.
Idea 16
Mid Length Choppy Haircut
Visible wavy separation gives the cut movement without obscuring an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Finish
- Wavy
Mid length choppy haircut; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the open front will grow between appointments.
Idea 17
Dark Brown Choppy Medium Haircut with Side Bangs
At a glance, this view clearly records side-swept bangs, the cut perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Side-swept bangs
Dark brown choppy medium haircut with side bangs and messy waves shows off some texture and dimension; the main salon reference is the relationship between the side-swept bangs and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the side-swept bangs will grow between appointments.
Idea 18
Dark Brown Medium Haircut with Bronde Highlights
Here, an open front connects cleanly to the layered cut, and the wavy finish keeps the shape light.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Layered cut
- Finish
- Wavy
Dark brown medium haircut with bronde highlights and waves plus choppy layers; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Compare how the layered cut ends when worn with less wavy styling before committing to the photographed shape.
Idea 19
Dark Brown Center-Parted Textured Lob with Caramel Balayage
The balance comes from a defined long bob, wavy movement, and the way an open front shapes the front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Long bob
- Finish
- Wavy
Dark brown center-parted textured lob with caramel balayage and slight waves plus a lot of volume; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, for a salon consultation, point out the long bob and open front first; treat the dark brunette and blowout volume as separate choices.
Idea 20
Dark Brunette Medium-Length Wavy Hairstyle with Highlights
Here, full fringe connects cleanly to the cut, and the wavy finish keeps the shape light.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Front
- Full fringe
- Finish
- Wavy
Dark brunette medium-length wavy hairstyle with highlights and blunt bangs; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Compare how the cut ends when worn with less wavy styling before committing to the photographed shape.
Idea 21
Dark Brunette Wavy Medium-Length Hairstyle with Wispy Bangs
For shape comparison, this view clearly records wispy bangs, the cut perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Front
- Wispy bangs
- Finish
- Wavy
Dark brunette wavy medium-length hairstyle with wispy bangs; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the wispy bangs will grow between appointments.
Idea 22
Dark Brunette Wavy Medium-Length Hairstyle with Shaggy Layers
For shape comparison, the shag remains readable through the wavy texture, and the main front detail comes from wispy bangs.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Shag
- Front
- Wispy bangs
Dark brunette wavy medium-length hairstyle with shaggy layers and wispy bangs; the main salon reference is the relationship between the wispy bangs and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, ask how this wavy shag will sit at your density and whether the front needs regular reshaping.
Idea 23
Soft Brown Choppy Long Bob with Subtle Highlights
At a glance, the face frame is set by face-framing pieces, while the wavy finish keeps the long bob from looking rigid.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Long bob
- Front
- Face-framing pieces
Soft brown choppy long bob with subtle highlights and waves and face-framing layers; the main salon reference is the relationship between the face-framing pieces and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Compare how the long bob ends when worn with less wavy styling before committing to the photographed shape.
Idea 24
Beach Hairstyle with Medium-Length Bronde Hair, Blonde Highlights
For shape comparison, visible wavy separation gives the cut movement without obscuring an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Beach hairstyle with medium-length bronde hair, blonde highlights and waves; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, decide whether the open front, cut perimeter, or wavy movement is the feature you want preserved most.
Idea 25
Flattering Face-Framing Wavy Lob with Curtain Bangs
For shape comparison, the clearest visual cues are the long bob, wavy texture, and curtain bangs.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Long bob
- Front
- Curtain bangs
Flattering face-framing wavy lob with curtain bangs and blonde highlights and money piece; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying long bob; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, save a second angle of this long bob so the crown, side weight, and curtain bangs are not left to interpretation.
Idea 26
Haircut with Layers and Some Balayage Highlights to Give It
For shape comparison, the balance comes from a defined layered cut, wavy movement, and the way an open front shapes the front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Layered cut
- Finish
- Wavy
Haircut with layers and some balayage highlights to give it dimension; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: At consultation, save a second angle of this layered cut so the crown, side weight, and open front are not left to interpretation.
Idea 27
Layered Long Bob with Wispy Bangs, Shaggy Layers for a Bit of Grunge
For shape comparison, the balance comes from a defined long bob, wavy movement, and the way wispy bangs shapes the front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Long bob
- Front
- Wispy bangs
Layered long bob with wispy bangs, shaggy layers for a bit of grunge; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying long bob; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a salon consultation, point out the long bob and wispy bangs first; treat the natural color and blowout volume as separate choices.
Idea 28
Light Brown Long Wavy Bob with Curtain Fringe and Highlights
The photo is most useful for comparing the bob edge, curtain bangs, and wavy movement.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Bob
- Front
- Curtain bangs
Light brown long wavy bob with curtain fringe and highlights; the main salon reference is the relationship between the curtain bangs and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: When adapting the look, save a second angle of this bob so the crown, side weight, and curtain bangs are not left to interpretation.
Idea 29
Blonde Shoulder-Length Hairstyle with a Shadow Root and Waves
For shape comparison, the wavy texture softens the cut; the main face-framing detail comes from side-swept bangs.
- Length
- Shoulder-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Side-swept bangs
Blonde shoulder-length hairstyle with a shadow root and waves, with side bangs and lots of dimension; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, ask how this wavy cut will sit at your density and whether the front needs regular reshaping.
Idea 30
Brown Medium-Length Hairstyle with Caramel Balayage, Waves
At a glance, this view clearly records curtain bangs, the cut perimeter, and the direction of the wavy texture.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Curtain bangs
Brown medium-length hairstyle with caramel balayage, waves and curtain bangs to frame the face; the main salon reference is the relationship between the curtain bangs and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the curtain bangs will grow between appointments.
Idea 31
Brunette Medium-Length Hairstyle with Caramel Balayage and Waves
The wavy texture softens the cut; the main face-framing detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Brunette medium-length hairstyle with caramel balayage and waves; the main salon reference is the relationship between the open front and the lower outline; the wavy texture shows how the shape can move, but the cut will look different when worn straighter or with less volume; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Before committing, ask where the weight should sit in this cut and how the open front will grow between appointments.
Idea 32
Medium Haircut with Bangs and Waves
For shape comparison, the photograph makes the cut, wavy movement, and an open front easy to compare.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Finish
- Wavy
Medium haircut with bangs and waves; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a salon consultation, point out the cut and open front first; treat the natural color and blowout volume as separate choices.
Idea 33
Medium Layered and Choppy Haircut in Blonde, with Darker Root
For shape comparison, visible wavy separation gives the layered cut movement without obscuring an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Layered cut
- Finish
- Wavy
Medium layered and choppy haircut in blonde, with darker root and layers; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the layered cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a salon consultation, point out the layered cut and open front first; treat the blonde and blowout volume as separate choices.
Idea 34
Medium Layered and Choppy Haircut with Blonde Balayage and Waves
For shape comparison, the wavy texture softens the layered cut; the main face-framing detail comes from an open front.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Layered cut
- Finish
- Wavy
Medium layered and choppy haircut with blonde balayage and waves; look past the styling polish and notice where the cut ends, where the weight sits, and how the layers connect to the front; the wavy finish makes those transitions visible without changing the underlying layered cut; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: For a closer match, ask where the weight should sit in this layered cut and how the open front will grow between appointments.
Idea 35
Medium-Length Dark Brown Haircut with Waves and Wispy Bangs
The face frame is set by wispy bangs, while the wavy finish keeps the cut from looking rigid.
- Length
- Medium-length
- Style
- Wavy style
- Front
- Wispy bangs
Medium-length dark brown haircut with waves and wispy bangs; this image clearly shows the perimeter, front connection, and surface movement; use the cut as the cut reference, then decide separately how much of the photographed wavy finish fits your normal routine; compare these visible proportions with your natural density, texture, growth pattern, and usual styling routine rather than expecting an identical result.
Wearability note: Decide whether the wispy bangs, cut perimeter, or wavy movement is the feature you want preserved most.
Start with length and perimeter
Identify where the cut ends and whether the lower edge looks blunt, rounded, graduated, or broken up. Those decisions remain visible even when the hair is styled differently.
Compare layers with your natural texture
Layers behave differently on straight, wavy, curly, fine, and dense hair. Focus on where they begin and how much weight remains at the ends.
Build a clearer salon reference
Combine a front image with a side or back view when possible. Name the exact details you want preserved instead of asking for the entire photograph to be copied.
About the author
Bella Ross
Bella Ross is the hairstyle editor behind Latest Easy Hairstyles. She curates practical haircut, braid, color, and styling ideas with a focus on looks that are easy to browse, realistic to recreate, and useful for everyday hair decisions.