If you’re working with shoulder length hair, especially when you’ve added clip in hair extensions or permanent extensions, styling can feel like a challenge. But medium length hair with extensions gives you more flexibility than you might think. Using professional hair extensions or human hair extensions, you can create volume, movement, and texture in ways that aren’t possible with natural hair alone. Below, you’ll find ten simple yet chic hairstyles tailored to hair of medium layered length, specifically when you’re leveraging the added length, thickness, and versatility provided by extensions.
1. Soft Long Curls
When you have shoulder length hair with extensions, one of the most flattering options is to create some soft, voluminous curls. This is a style that can work for absolutely any occasion. Start by clipping in your clip-in hair extensions – they should sit naturally at your mid-length to provide extra body from the mid-length to the ends. Use a curling wand to curl sections, focus on the lower half of your hair. After curling, brush through gently to soften the waves and let those human hair extensions bring out a silky, flowing finish. These curls give you a lush, long-haired effect without having to wait an eternity to grow out your natural hair!
2. Modern Marilyn Waves
Channel Old Hollywood glam like Marilyn by curling your extended medium-length hair into deep, structured waves. First, apply a few spritzes of heat protectant to your natural hair and your permanent or clip in extensions. Create your desired parting, begin to curl, alternating between sections, starting from the mid-length down to the ends. After curling, lightly brush through with your fingers or a comb to shape the wave. Finish with a light mist of hairspray to hold the body. This style gives your mid-layered haircut a stunning, sculpted silhouette.
3. Braided Top Bun
If you want a quick but unique updo, try a braided top bun. Start by backcombing your roots for volume, then section off the crown. Braid that section into a Dutch or French braid until you reach the crown, pinching the braid to flatten and widen it. Clip in your extensions under and around so that the braid looks full and rich. Wrap the remaining hair into a loose bun on top of your head and pin securely. The added volume from the clip-in hair extensions ensures the bun looks super neat but also stands out, even on shoulder-length hair.
Easy Side Updo
This style is perfect for second day hair that’s desperate for a bit of a refresh, or if your hair tends to go mad at the ends. Smooth a little serum or silky spray through your strands, then make a deep side part. Bring the remaining hair into a mid-level ponytail or bun and style accordingly. If you’re wearing permanent extensions, they’ll help the bun and braid appear fuller with very little effort required.
5. Half Up Switch Up
For a relaxed but styled look, go for a half-up hairstyle. Gather the top half of your medium layered hair, clip in some of your clip in extensions in that section to add thickness, then twist or braid before securing into a mini bun or ponytail. You can leave face-framing strands loose, braid small details in, or play with space buns. This style brings new levels of gorgeousness to your shoulder-length base while making full use of your human hair extensions for added drama.
6. Sleek Middle Part Bob
Even with added extensions, a sleek bob cut around shoulder length can make a statement. Straighten both your natural hair and the clip in hair extensions and create a precise middle part using a pintail comb. The extra length and density from your extensions will give you a longer silhouette than a natural bob would allow. To complete the look, use our silky shine spray as a finishing touch to keep the style sharp and salon-worthy.
7. The Barbie Flipped Ponytail
This hairstyle is perfect for when you want a fun, energetic vibe that’s Barbie-approved. Start by making a mid-to-high ponytail with your natural hair. Then clip in a wrap-around ponytail extension, ideally one made of Remy human hair, to amplify length and volume. Use your fingers to slightly curl and flip the ends outward, creating that signature flipped-out ’90s ponytail vibe. It’s one of the easiest hairstyles for anyone with shoulder length hair, especially when enhanced by clip-ins.
8. Textured, Tousled Waves
Add a laidback, beachy texture to your shoulder-length mane by creating loose, care-free waves. Apply a light mousse to damp natural hair and extensions, then scrunch and blow-dry using a diffuser. After your hair is mostly dry, wrap random mid-length to end sections around a curling wand or straightener to create soft bends. Gently shake out the waves with your fingers for a relaxed, textured finish. If you’re wearing tape ins or nanos, the added body from professional hair extensions will give your style a fuller, more layered appearance – perfect for that modern-shag feel without making the chop.
9. Glammed Up Top Bun
For a fancier updo, sweep your medium-length hair into a high bun. Clip in your extensions first to boost volume. Braid or twist the lengths before coiling them into a bun at the crown, then secure firmly with some bobby pins. To finish the look, embellish with decorative clips or even a jewelled headpiece. The richness and fullness from your Remy hair extensions will make the bun look thicker and even more elegant – ideal for a night out or a special occasion that’s worthy of looking even more extra.
10. Flirty Fringe With Extensions
If you want to change your look dramatically but don’t want to cut your own hair just yet, a clip in fringe is the perfect on-the-fence option. Choose the right clip in fringe extension for you, then match it to your natural shade. Clip it in at the front, and trim or style as desired – go for Birkin bangs, blunt bangs or wispy, side-swept layers. This simple trick gives you a cute easy hairstyle transformation and changes the entire feel of your haircut while your medium layered length remains intact behind it.
Why Extensions Work So Well on Medium Length Hair
Adding clip in hair extensions or permanent hair extensions on shoulder length hair dramatically expands your styling possibilities. When you use human Remy hair extensions, you gain not just volume but also flexibility, they can be curled, straightened, braided or styled just like your natural hair. The term medium layered length hair refers to hair that sits around your shoulders with multiple layers; the presence of extensions makes these layers more visible and dramatic.
With hair extensions, even simple styles like buns or braids look more luxurious. They help your hair maintain texture throughout, whether you’re tightening a top knot or twisting into an updo. Permanent extensions, such as tape ins or nano rings, offer long-lasting body. Clip-ins, on the other hand, are ideal for switching your style day-to-day without long-term commitment.
Pro Tips for Styling Medium Length Hair With Extensions
- Use a heat protectant before using any hot tools – this protects both your natural hair and your Remy human hair extensions.
- Blend your extensions carefully: place clip-ins where the clips won’t show, or where permanent wefts lie flat and remain discreet.
- After styling, brush gently using a detangling brush or wide-tooth comb to avoid damaging both your natural hair, clips and wefts.
- For updos, use flexible-hold pins or grips to secure the weight of extensions – they’ll help your style stay put all day long.
- Maintain your extensions with the right care products: mild, sulphate-free shampoo, deeply moisturising conditioner and minimal use of heavy styling sprays.
Conclusion:
Mastering cute easy hairstyles on shoulder length hair with extensions doesn’t require advanced skills – just a few staple styles and the right set of clip-in or permanent human hair extensions. Whether you’re blessed with glossy medium length hair with extensions for extra volume or you’re in your experimental era with clip in fringes and updos, these ten looks prove that versatility and beauty can go hand in hand. With our Rem clip in and professional hair extensions, you can unlock your hair’s full potential without compromising your natural strands. Invest in your hair –Top of Form you wear it every day!