Ready for change in style? The Rachel cut is a classic favorite that never goes unnoticed.
Renowned hair stylist Ohndrea Elliott shares her insider tips on how to pull off this iconic look effortlessly – no matter what your hair texture is, face shape or lifestyle.
Dare to be Rachel! Redefine yourself!
#1: Chestnut Tresses and Abundant Layers of Rachel
Bask in the abundance of chestnut hair tinted in the spirit of the famous layered 90s Rachel inspired hairstyle.
Named after the very popular Friends TV show, this haircut features a medium-length appeal with lots of flipped out layers around it that gracefully accentuate the cheeks and neckline.
This hairstyle produces an optical illusion of thick and voluminous hair instead of a thin looking hairdo.
#2: Linear Face-Enveloping Layered Shear
Consider the timeless beauty of a layered shear that frames one’s face stunningly.
The focal point for this kind of haircut is in its chin length angling which merges gently into the outer edge regions.
Minimal layering will provide you with a shiny sleek sheer while blow drying it thoroughly with revolutionary smoothing spray accompanied by an appropriate round brush results in splendid appearance.
#3: Disheveled Brunette Shag Infused with Blonde Highlights
Take a journey with messy disheveled brunette shag highlighted strategically with blonde color which blends rich brunette shades and spaced out blonde strands harmoniously together into one dynamic hairstyle.
With this cut, you get both texture and movement; it also helps frame cheekbones and eyes softly.
By adding highlights sparingly, depth is created leading to a trendy yet low maintenance coiffure suited for different types of faces.
#4: Puffy Contemporary Iteration of the Rachel Cut
Get ready for puffy modern take on classic Rachel cut that blends Jennifer Aniston’s iconic style and Cindy Crawford’s big bouncy blowout together seamlessly providing reminiscent of the 90s era.
Suitable for square faces, this rendition has rounded layers that are bulky and gentle curls to soften the angles.
To maintain a fullness in hair typical of that 90’s look, hot rollers or round brush can be used on them followed by sprays at roots.
#5: Elaborate Dimensional Flick Hairstyle
Upgrade your style with an elaborate dimensional flick hairstyle that transcends conventional layering. The infusion of multi-tonal hues through dimensional coloring introduces layers of depth and intrigue.
Longer layers starting beneath the chin give a cascading effect while blow drying it meticulously with a medium-sized round brush and applying volumizing lotion ends up in light finish.
Creating added bounce requires winding the ends around a one-inch curling iron for the perfect finishing touch.
#6: Concise Coiffure with Buoyant Layers and Fringe
Experience youthful vibe through concise coiffure, which incorporates buoyant layers as well as playful bangs designed to create volume and vivacity.
Strategic placement of these layers helps achieve an undone texture whereas fringes shape ones cheekbones and eyes more finely.
This appearance is both versatile and fashionable, easy to keep up with as loved by most trendsetters today.
#7: Radiant Golden Blonde Rachel Tresses for Mature Individuals
A matured look could see you embrace golden blonde hair inspired by the iconically named Rachel cut from Friends.
The cheekbones and jawline are defined by the softening effect on facial contours of concentrated layers around the face. A progressive change from shorter layers around the face to longer ones at the back tends to give a subtle appearance which is ideal for enhancing simple ponytails.
Avoiding brassy undertones, golden tones bring a radiant and refreshed look to blonde.
#8: Stratified Shag Embellished with Dense Fringe
Embark into a stratified hairstyle with short strands framing around your head and topped up by a heavy fringe.
This haircut inspired by 70s trends is suited for oval faces.
Adding thick bangs that have soft edges brings out an edgy sensation that enhances entire appeal.
#9: Nostalgic Wispy Layers from the ’90s Adorned with Arched Bangs
Enjoy wispy layers in nostalgia of iconic hairstyles from the ’90’s gracefully dropping down to frame your face.
Arched bangs are introduced to make it more playful and nostalgic, having a stylish look that captures some spirit of 1990’s.
#10: Undulating Copper Butterfly Coiffure
Immerse yourself into an amazing undulating butterfly coiffure in captivating copper color, perfect for autumn days.
This mesmerizing style incorporates virgin blowout with dramatic face framing layers while bright copper color gives hair an incredible multi-dimensional vibrancy.
#11: Mid-Length Thick Tresses with Elongated Drapery Fringe
If you have medium-thick hair then consider going for a gentle face frame complete with extended drapery fringe.
This refined type of cut saves one from excessive thickness or roughness of hair types.
#12: Face-Enhancing Rachel Cut with Ethereal Layers
Indulge into this kind of face-enhancing cut that comes along adorned ethereal layers borrowing ideas from timeless elegance offering softer romantic twist rather than monotonous haircutting procedures found in classical models.
When added to a wide range of color hues, these face-framing layers give a transformative effect.
#13: Collarbone-Length Octopus-Inspired Rachel Shear with Side Parting
Adorned in an octopus-inspired shear, this sartorial journey goes along with shoulder-length measurements while blending 90’s trends and modern fashion statements.
A special variation of shearing that has detached layers gives fullness at the crown and texture around the nape and collarbones.
#14: Blonde Rachel Long Bob with Center-Parted Bangs
Reinvent your classic style by going for this blonde long bob inspired by the Rachel featuring highly voluminous layered structures which can swing or move smoothly.
The 90s favorite is given a new life by adopting a bright blonde shade.
#15: Middle-Length Rachel Coiffure with Central Parting
A modern interpretation of ‘Rachel’ coiffure is shown here as mid-length version that has its parting set right at the centre, textured edges and slight cuts on the face.
It works best for people who have round, pear-shaped, angular jawlines as well as oval faces allowing for different hair textures with various layering techniques and weight distribution depending on one’s hair density and texture.
#16: Symmetric Middle-Parted Coiffure with Face-Adorning Layers
Get symmetry in a middle-parted coiffure with face-framing layers.
The middle part maintains an overall symmetry and balance to the look, giving an impression of length as well as making the face appear slimmer.
Face-framing layers create weightless volume and softness rendering it suitable for all facial shapes.
For fun, try shorter bangs, or a curtain fringe.
#17: Baby Blonde Shag Embracing Face-Enhancing Layers for Thin Hair
Thin-haired individuals should consider going baby blonde shags matched with face framing layers.
Having misplaced hair strands will make it appear fluffy accentuating cheekbones without compromising on bountiful appearance.
Shaggy styles add thickness to otherwise thin hair especially when concentrated around the crown area while keeping ends looking full. Always keep in mind that less is more and having too many layers can thin out your ends.
