Cutting
All Levels
Condensed Techniques for Cutting and Styling the Modern Day Shag Hairstyle
Join KJ as he shares his condensed cutting techniques for the modern shag, with end result full of texture and movement and great for all hair types!
In this session, educator KJ Murphy highlights how condensed cutting techniques can modernize the shag for today’s salon client. The focus is on creating movement and texture while maintaining balance and wearability. By working with strategic sectioning, KJ demonstrates how to collapse weight in the right areas while preserving length and fluidity through the perimeter. The approach emphasizes adaptability, so stylists can tailor the technique to different hair types and densities, ensuring the cut enhances the natural fall of the hair. Layering is refined to encourage softness and flow, avoiding heavy lines or excessive bulk. Attention is also given to how styling products and finishing techniques can support the shape, making it versatile for both polished and lived-in looks. Overall, the condensed cutting method offers stylists a precise yet creative way to deliver a modern shag that feels effortless, customized, and highly wearable for today’s clients.