25 Edgy Wolf Cut Ideas You Need To Try

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What Is A Wolf Cut?

Wolf cut hairstyles are a mix of two popular current haircut trends, aka the shag haircut and the mullet. Both these trending hairstyles feature a mix of layers and bangs. While the mullet is a short haircut, the shag haircut can be short, long, or mid length. When put together, it results in unique wolf haircut looks. Length, fringe, texture, and layering makes any ole head of hair look perfectly tousled and ready to romp the streets of New York (or wherever). This non gendered cut is for those who “get” mullets, but aren’t interested in that level (or bilevel) of commitment.

a black and super messy and textural wolf cut with a lot of volume is an effortlessly cool idea

a black and super messy and textural wolf cut with a lot of volume is an effortlessly cool idea

a black wolf cut with bottleneck bangs and layers, with central part is a catchy idea, and styled with messy waves it looks edgier

a black wolf cut with bottleneck bangs and layers, with central part is a catchy idea, and styled with messy waves it looks edgier

a blonde wolf cut with curtain bangs and layers is a gorgeous idea for those who want a trendy look but in a soft shade

a blonde wolf cut with curtain bangs and layers is a gorgeous idea for those who want a trendy look but in a soft shade

a brown thin wavy wolf cut with bottleneck bangs allows to create a volume and looks edgy

a brown thin wavy wolf cut with bottleneck bangs allows to create a volume and looks edgy

a catchy and chic brown wolf cut with caramel highlights, long bangs and layers is a fresh solution

a catchy and chic brown wolf cut with caramel highlights, long bangs and layers is a fresh solution

a cool light brown wolf cut with wispy layered bangs and textured hair is a cool idea with a soft shade

a cool light brown wolf cut with wispy layered bangs and textured hair is a cool idea with a soft shade

a dark brown wolf cut with bangs, long layers is a lovely and catchy idea for any girl who wants to be on trend

a dark brown wolf cut with bangs, long layers is a lovely and catchy idea for any girl who wants to be on trend

a dark brown wolf haircut with caramel balayage, with layers and bangs is a lovely idea for fine hair

a dark brown wolf haircut with caramel balayage, with layers and bangs is a lovely idea for fine hair

Why Is Wolf Cut So Popular?

Often paired with a perm for long term texture, the wolf cut is a wild and free style which makes sense, considering the animal it’s named after. It’s got all the messy of a wolf, but all of the elegance, too. Because the wolf cut relies on volume and texture to exaggerate and showcase the layering, this style works great on curly hair. For those with super straight hair, expect some styling required if you’re looking for the “scrunched up” look on the daily. Scissors can do wonders, but they can’t change your hair texture. Even celebs can’t get enough of the wolf haircut style as it gives off a stylish edge that is personalized to suit every hair type, hair texture, and face shape.

a ginger read medium length wolf cut with central part is a cool idea for any girl who wants to make a statement with both color and shape

a ginger read medium length wolf cut with central part is a cool idea for any girl who wants to make a statement with both color and shape

a gorgeous ombre auburn to black wolf cut with textured bangs and layers is a lovely idea for a bold look

a gorgeous ombre auburn to black wolf cut with textured bangs and layers is a lovely idea for a bold look

a light medium length brown wolf cut with wispy bangs and layers is a catchy and cool idea for today

a light medium length brown wolf cut with wispy bangs and layers is a catchy and cool idea for today

a long blonde wolf haircut with asymmetrical fringe and waves is a cool and bold idea to rock right now

a long blonde wolf haircut with asymmetrical fringe and waves is a cool and bold idea to rock right now

a long brown wolf cut with bottleneck bangs and layers is a catchy idea that feels retro

a long brown wolf cut with bottleneck bangs and layers is a catchy idea that feels retro

a long brown wolf cut with textured bangs, textured layers is a classic option of the trendy cut

a long brown wolf cut with textured bangs, textured layers is a classic option of the trendy cut

a lovely shaggy long wolf cut done in a warm shade of blonde, with outgrown and bottleneck bangs, with long layers

a lovely shaggy long wolf cut done in a warm shade of blonde, with outgrown and bottleneck bangs, with long layers

a pretty black wolf cut with bottleneck bangs and messy wavy layers is a great solution, and with medium length it looks elegant

a pretty black wolf cut with bottleneck bangs and messy wavy layers is a great solution, and with medium length it looks elegant

a shaggy wolf cut in black, with bangs and messy waves is amazing for those who have thick hair

a shaggy wolf cut in black, with bangs and messy waves is amazing for those who have thick hair

How To Maintain A Wolf Cut?

To enhance the look of your wolf cut, focus on a hair care routine that adds volume and prevents frizz.  Brush your locks daily. Maintaining a wolf cut starts with smart hair habits. Prevent your strands from tangling by brushing your hair daily. Hairstylists recommend using a round brush, which detangles the hair while adding a volumizing effect. If you’re prone to knots, opt for a short hairstyle or apply a detangling spray to prep your hair and prevent breakage.

Use a leave-in conditioner. Thick hair types, especially those that are curly or wavy, should apply a leave-in conditioner to damp hair ends. Packed with hydrating and moisturizing properties, a leave-in conditioner promotes healthy hair growth and protects the hair follicles from the products and tools used to create the tousled wolf cut hairstyle. If you have fine hair, skip this step in your hair routine, as leave-in conditioners can weigh your hair down.

Trim on a consistent basis. Like a pixie or shag haircut, a wolf hairdo requires routine trims; it’s essential to keep up with your haircuts to preserve the layers and shaggy bangs. Trim short hair every six to eight weeks and long hair every eight to ten weeks. Take a look at the ideas below to get inspired!

a short wolf cut in brown with bottleneck bangs and texture is a cool idea if you want a wolf cut but a shorter one

a short wolf cut in brown with bottleneck bangs and texture is a cool idea if you want a wolf cut but a shorter one

a super stylish wolf cut with textured and messy bangs and long tiers is a beautiful idea that looks edgy

a super stylish wolf cut with textured and messy bangs and long tiers is a beautiful idea that looks edgy

a textured medium length brown wolf cut with bangs is a gorgeous take on the haircut that looks soft and cute

a textured medium length brown wolf cut with bangs is a gorgeous take on the haircut that looks soft and cute

a wolf cut styled with delicate layers, with a soft blonde shade and central part is amazing for rocking

a wolf cut styled with delicate layers, with a soft blonde shade and central part is amazing for rocking

ashy blonde balayage softens the wolf cut haircut and produces a modern look that will appeal to women who want a more delicate look

ashy blonde balayage softens the wolf cut haircut and produces a modern look that will appeal to women who want a more delicate look

Billie Eilish rocking a blonde wolf cut with outgrown bangs and long layers looks amazing and jaw-dropping

Billie Eilish rocking a blonde wolf cut with outgrown bangs and long layers looks amazing and jaw-dropping

reflecting the rebellious style of the 80s, this multi-layered haircut with bangs and waves is a great idea for now

reflecting the rebellious style of the 80s, this multi-layered haircut with bangs and waves is a great idea for now

this blonde hairstyle with long bangs is one of the most romantic forms of the wolf cut, and the soft shade adds to it

this blonde hairstyle with long bangs is one of the most romantic forms of the wolf cut, and the soft shade adds to it