Photo Credit Instagram via @ rachelwstylistArtist—Rachel Williams
By Megan Schipani·August 05, 2025
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The shag haircut is all about soft layers, lived-in texture, and effortless movement, but one wrong cut can tip the shape into mullet territory. We asked Rachel Williams (@rachelwstylist)—ARC™ Scissors Artistic Team Member and shag expert—for her go-to approach to consultations, customization and cutting this shape without losing balance.
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