arc,  arc scissors,  Carolynn Judd,  dry cutting,  Fringe,  haircut,  how-to,  Shag,  Short Hair

Get Carolynn Judd's (@styled_by_carolynn) best tips and tricks for cutting 2021's top haircut trend, the shag, on clients with short hair!

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arc scissors,  instagram,  Rachel Williams,  Shag,  texture,  Texturizing Shears

The shag is 2021’s most-requested haircut, so now that clients will be asking for layers and fringe galore, let’s get back to basics. We featured shag expert and ARC™ Scissors Hair Architect Rachel Stylist (@rachelwstylist) on “Ask A BTC Expert” to get answers to your biggest questions. Keep scrollin’ for FIVE tips and watch the full IGTV below!

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arc,  arc scissors,  Brian Hickman,  dry cutting,  haircut,  how-to,  Layers,  Master Series,  paragon,  Shag,  Slide Cutting

Cutting a shag isn't one-size-fits all and corners are HUGE when taking a shag from traditional to a mullet. What is a corner you ask? We tapped Nashville-based cutter Brian Hickman (@brianhickman1) to break down everything you need to know about this section and why it's so important for a connected haircut and a seamless growout. 

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arc scissors,  bobs,  Curly Hair,  Fringe,  long layers,  pixie cut,  Shag,  Short Hair

Does it seem like everyone is suddenly asking for a fringe?! Bangs are HOT right now, and a way to easily transform a look. That’s why we’re rounding up types of fringe that can suit ANY style. 

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Mullet,  Shag,  Texturizing Shears

Shags and mullets have resurfaced as THE cool cuts, in every shape and form. We feel confident these looks aren’t going anywhere, so we talked to some cutting experts on the main differences between the shag and mullet and how to achieve these looks for your clients. Now you can feel confident the next time a client sits in your chair and asks for this new trend!

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arc,  arc scissors,  dry cutting,  haircut,  how-to,  Phantom,  Rachel Williams,  Shag,  symmetry,  Texturizing Shears

Shags might have originated in the ‘70s, but this retro layered cut has proven itself timeless. That’s why ARC™ Scissors Hair Architect Rachel Williams (@rachelwstylist) hopped on BTCU to share her signature cutting techniques for designing a shag for today’s cool girl.

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arc scissors,  Curly Hair,  dry cutting,  mariah walraven,  Phantom,  Shag

Shags are having an extended moment and we think it is safe to say they aren’t going anywhere. Clients have been shifting to lower maintenance styles and one of the best things about a shag is its easy upkeep. We reached out to Arizona hairstylist Mariah Walraven (@mo_raven) for her tips and tricks on ensuring a flawless cut every time. Swipe through for all of the details!

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Master Series,  Sally Hershberger,  Shag

The shag is the sexiest haircut on the market, you can quote us on that. Hair legend Sally Hershberger gives us a crash course on creating this iconic look that has graced the heads of starlets like Jane Fonda and Meg Ryan.

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