Good haircuts definitely enhance your personality. If you are someone who likes experimenting with different types of haircuts, you would be familiar with both the feather and layer cut for long hair looks. Both these styles are popular haircuts of the 70s and 80s. And a layered feather cut for long hair makes you look oh-so-elegant and stylish by adding a modern touch.
Both these haircuts are quite trendy these days and even celebrities are following the trend. If you are looking forward to changing your hairstyle game, you’re here at the right place. Let’s discuss the differences between the two haircuts and some haircut inspiration for your next salon appointment.
Is Feather Cut Better than Layer Cut? The Basics

While there may be a lot of similarities between a layered and a feathered haircut, the two haircuts are quite different. Feathered haircuts focus more on the ends of your tresses. The stylist will hold your hair at a 90-degree angle and give it a ‘V’ shape to achieve that feathering effect. On the other hand, a layered cut gives your hair different lengths throughout the hair. This results in more volume giving your hair a bounce and consequently lesser drying time.
A feather cut hairstyle for long hair has come a long way since the 1970s. In the 90s we saw a trendier version of the same haircut in the form of ‘The Rachel’ in the popular sitcom FRIENDS. And now there’s a fresh way to get a feathered haircut. Here’s all the inspiration you need.
More on Trending Feather Cut Hairstyles
1. Thick feathers for long hair

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A lot of Indian women are blessed with long and thick hair, take advantage of it and add a pretty look to their hair with this feathered cut. Thick feathers don’t take away a lot of volume, therefore are perfect for every hair type and face shape. Your hairstylist will probably suggest this feather cut for very long hair if you have long and healthy tresses. This soft, breezy look gets accentuated on coloured hair. So, if you were contemplating getting your hair coloured, now is the time to get the cut!
2. Voluminous feathers

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Long hair isn’t easy to maintain, it requires a lot of effort and care to keep it looking healthy and lustrous. A good way to flaunt those tresses is with a voluminous feathered haircut. This choppy haircut will give you a gorgeous yet messy look, adding tons of volume and lustre. The best part about this feather cut hairstyle for long hair is that it takes away a lot of weight and adds a ton of movement to your hair.
3. Balayage feathered haircut

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Balayage is one of the trendiest hair colour techniques right now. Why not combine it with a feathered cut on your long hair to create something fun and stylish? It is the perfect combination, as the balayage will enhance the feathered cut and make it look even more gorgeous. The bouncy layers and vibrant colour is sure to turn some heads! Don’t forget to bookmark this picture so you can show your stylist and get the same look.
More on Trending Layer Cut Hairstyles
1. Short layers

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Our favourite modern contemporary actress, Anushka Sharma is seen with trendy short layers that have completely changed her look and redefined short layers. Short layers are extremely stylish and look effortlessly gorgeous. And the best thing about this haircut is that it makes you look youthful as well! Also, if you are looking for a haircut that is easy to maintain while being comfortable, this is the one for you.
2. Long layers

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If you are not sure what you feel about a layered haircut, you can try out a long layered haircut. It looks extremely polished while adding a touch of personality to your mane. And if you feel this isn't the best one for you, you can easily grow your hair out.
3. Curled layers

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Sweeping side fringes can be a great way to accentuate your cheekbones and eyes if you have warm hair. If you already have your hair cut into spaced layers, you can curl the ends using a thick barrel curling iron to get supple, idealistic curls. Keep your side fringes flat and sleek using a hair serum and straighten them out to keep them in place.
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To keep your frizz at bay with these haircuts, use the Love Beauty & Planet Smooth and Serene Shampoo with Argan Oil and Lavender Aroma. It is infused with plant based cleansers and infused with organic coconut oil. These ingredients are well-known for its detoxifying abilities that help cleanse your scalp and deeply clarifies your hair.
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Follow it up with the Love Beauty & Planet Smooth and Serene Conditioner with Argan Oil and Lavender Aroma that is made with plant-based detanglers and infused with 100% organic coconut oil. The argan oil in it gives a boost of moisture to your hair for 100% smoother-looking, frizz-free hair.
Both the feather cut and the layer cut are amazing haircuts that you can opt for. Layered and feathered cuts give your hair a unique look while taking care of it. Adding layers to your hair makes it more versatile, but feathering it gives it more texture.
You should always seek the advice and maintenance of your hairdresser, no matter what hairstyle you want. We hope this article on feathered vs. layered haircuts helps you decide. Enjoy your new haircut!
FAQs about Whether Feather or Layer Cut is better?
Are feathered cuts back in style?
Layers have never been out of style, and while most celebrities chopped off their tresses last year to embrace bobs and lobs, this year is all about letting your hair grow and getting a feathered, layered haircut that adds volume to the hair.
Which haircut is best for long hair?
Long hair can be styled and cut in so many different ways to achieve a glamorous look. Right from layers to straight cuts and choppy haircuts, there’s something to please every face shape and hair type. The latest trend is feathered cuts for long hair, as it instantly glams up any look.
Are feathered cuts good for thin hair?
Yes, absolutely! While layers require chopping off a lot of your hair for the layers to be visible, a feather cut focuses on adding bounce and a ‘feathered’ look to the ends of your hair. This adds volume without taking away a lot of hair. Those with thin hair can definitely go for this haircut.
Written by Kinnari Ashar on Dec 15, 2022