Haircuts and shapes in Pittsburgh: Questions and Guides

Craft Collective Salon Group ยท Updated October 9, 2026

Choose a practical question about haircuts and shapes before a Pittsburgh salon visit. The guides explain what to clarify, how to compare options and how to prepare an individual consultation.

Blunt bob

A defined perimeter gives a bob a clear outline.

Layered bob

Layers change how weight and movement are distributed within a bob.

Long bob

A longer bob keeps more length around the neck and shoulders.

French bob

This label often describes a shorter bob with a deliberate silhouette and possible fringe.

Textured bob

Texture within the cut creates a less solid visual outline.

Curly bob

A bob on curly hair must be judged with the natural curl pattern visible.

Wavy bob

A wavy bob uses the existing wave movement within a shorter shape.

Pixie cut

A pixie uses a short overall shape with a chosen balance of top, sides and fringe.

Long pixie

A longer pixie retains extra length in selected areas of a short shape.

Bixie cut

Bixie describes a shape combining elements associated with a bob and a pixie.

Shag haircut

A shag uses a layered shape with a chosen amount of fringe and movement.

Modern mullet

A mullet separates a shorter front or side impression from retained length at the back.

Wolf cut

Wolf cut is a reference label for a layered shape with a strong change in volume.

Butterfly layers

This label typically points to shorter face framing combined with retained longer lengths.

Long layers

Layers distribute movement while retaining a longer overall perimeter.

Face-framing layers

Selected pieces around the face change the front shape without necessarily changing the whole cut.

Curtain bangs

A divided fringe frames the face with a chosen opening and length.

Side-swept bangs

A fringe directed toward one side changes the front outline.

Blunt bangs

A more defined fringe line creates a stronger front outline.

Curly bangs

A curly fringe uses the natural curl movement near the face.

Shoulder-length haircut

A medium perimeter sits near the shoulders with a chosen amount of movement.

Fine-hair haircut

A cut for fine strands considers outline, weight and the appearance of fullness.

Thick-hair haircut

A cut for dense hair considers where weight should stay and where it can be redistributed.

Wavy-hair haircut

A cut for wavy hair should be considered with the natural bends and usual finish.

Curly-hair haircut

A curl-focused shape considers how the pattern affects apparent length and volume.

Coily-hair haircut consultation

A consultation for coily hair starts with the natural pattern and how the style is usually worn.

Men's scissor cut

A scissor-led appointment can shape a range of lengths with an agreed outline.

Men's longer haircut

Longer hair can be shaped for movement, a defined outline or easier tying back.

Short crop

A crop keeps a shorter overall shape with a selected top and fringe finish.

Growing out a short haircut

A grow-out plan reshapes selected sections while allowing other sections to gain length.