Does it matter which way you part your hair with an asymmetric hairstyle?

It actually does, because your part will determine how the hair falls (and, therefore, what side of the hair is longer than the other). If you do have an asymmetric style, you should style it with the same part you had when you got it cut.

How often should you get a trim if you have an asymmetric haircut?

That depends on how short your hair is, but as a general rule, those with asymmetrical styles should get a cut every 6 to 7 weeks.

Can I give myself an asymmetrical haircut?

Asymmetrical haircuts require a lot of precision. It's therefore best to stick with a professional when rocking this particular style (otherwise, you might end up with uneven ends, which will mask the whole point of the off-balance cut).

35 Cool Asymmetrical Haircuts—Because Perfect Hair Is Overrated

willow smith with curly asymmetrical haircut — Getty

It's easy to get bored with your hair. Instead of going the traditional route, try out an asymmetrical haircut, which where one side is longer than the other, and usually at an angle. Asymmetrical haircuts are undeniably chic, and help frame and bring extra dimension to your face. Below, we rounded up our favorite textured, tousled, angled, and sleek styles, as well as tips from celebrity experts.

Meet the Expert

• Ashley Streicher is a celebrity hairstylist, co-owner of STRIIIKE, and R+Co Collective member.

• Adam Livermore is an Oribe educator and hairstylist based in New York City .

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Sleek and Angled

Demi Lovato with blunt asymmetrical haircut — Steve Granitz / Contributor / Getty Images

When Demi Lovato chopped their long, dark strands, we were here for it. But then they went even shorter with this angled cut, and we fell in love.

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Wavy Lob

Margot Robbie with wavy blonde lob haircut — Frazer Harrison / Staff / Getty Images

Margot Robbie's wavy lob is so good it'll make anyone think about chopping their mane. Her cascading blonde strands are the ultimate haircut inspo.

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Rocker Chic Waves

Mary J. Blige with a cropped blonde asymmetrical haircut — Andrew Toth / Getty Images

Mary J. Blige proves that you can still achieve an asymmetric cut with a pixie. We're digging her perfectly tousled, rocker chic waves and blonde highlights. To replicate these waves, apply a lightweight mousse to wet hair, before air-drying and curling. We like Ouai Air Dry Foam ($28).

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Classic Bob

Jada Pinkett Smith with a sleek asymmetrical haircut — Michael Loccisano / Getty Images

With not a strand out of place, Jada Pinkett Smith's sleek asymmetric cut is the definition of red carpet-worthy. "I love a short asymmetric bob, but only if it’s parted on the side," says Streicher. "Something like this is very chic and wearable."

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Brown Lob

Kim Kardashian West with asymmetrical haircut — Matt Winkelmeyer / Stringer / Getty Images

Kim Kardashian West's brown asymmetrical lob is somehow incredibly simple yet sultry. The fact that it's bone-straight shows off its chestnut brown color and face-framing shape.

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Chin-Grazing Lob

Zoe Saldana with a curled asymmetrical haircut — Stuart C. Wilson / Getty Images

For a more subtle approach to asymmetric hair, take a cue from Zoe Saldana, who pairs her chin-grazing lob with retro waves and red lip—a winning combination.

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Tousled Bob

Taraji P. Henson with a short, asymmetrical bob haircut — Frazer Harrison / Getty Images

Taraji P. Henson is the queen of bobs, so, of course, the actress has rocked asymmetrical cuts many, many times. This time, in particular, is a beautiful example of how show-stopping this style looks with tousled waves. To get a similarly sexy look, lightly mist a salt spray, like Sachajuan’s Ocean Mist Spray ($34), over damp hair and let air-dry.

Byrdie Tip

Using your fingers (rather than a tool or brush) to scrunch the hair while it air dries will help further amp up the bedhead vibes.

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Asymmetric Wig

Emily Ratajkowski wearing an asymmetrical lob wig — George Pimentel / Contributor / Getty Images

Emily Ratajkowski's angled lob had us fully believing that she made a big chop. While attending the 2017 Golden Globes, she revealed this was only a wig, but it certainly deserves an award of its own.

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Ombré With Curls

Beyoncé with a blonde ombre asymmetrical haircut — Jason LaVeris / Contributor / Getty Images

Beyonce's asymmetric cut goes down in history as dream hair if we've ever seen it. A honeyed ombré coupled with a middle part makes room for ultimate texture.

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Platinum With Bangs

Rita Ora at the 2015 Grammys with a ice blond asymmetrical haircut — Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty Images

Rita Ora edged up her cut with bangs that gradually get longer swept across her face with cropped styles. This is what you call an asymmetric cut that's not for the faint of the heart.

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Silver Bob

Jourdan Dunn with a silver asymmetrical bob haircut — George Pimentel / Getty Images

We say "yes" to supermodel Jourdan Dunn's cheek-grazing bob. The angle of this cut falls perfectly against her face. We can't pick whether we're more in love with her silver strands or her cut.

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Pixie With Bangs

Ginnifer Goodwin with a short, asymmetrical haircut — Michael Buckner / Getty Images

I mean, can Ginnifer Goodwin's hair get any more picturesque than this? Now we're on a hunt for a step-by-step tutorial of this specific style because we've never seen a fluttery cut look cooler.

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Blunt Bob

Lucy Hale with a chin-length asymmetrical haircut — Pascal Le Segretain / Staff / Getty Images

Lucy Hale has been rocking a shorter length for as long as we can remember, and has experimented with different lengths. This razor-sharp asymmetrical cut is just one of many times she's worn the style.

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Deep Side Part

Chanel Iman's asymmetric cut is accompanied by a deep side part and a barely-there bend. To add a bend to the hair, like Iman's, take a cue from Livermore. "If you’re using a curling iron to get that face-flattering bend, you absolutely need a heat protectant like Oribe Mystify Restyling Spray ($44)," he says. "It is lab-tested for heat protection up to 450°F, plus adds light moisture and a little bit of hold."

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Twists

Lupita Nyong'o's twists are an uber-trendy take on the asymmetrical style, offering texture and contrast.

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Modern Mullet

Mel B. with an asymmetrical mullet haircut — Steve Granitz / Contributor / Getty Images

Mel B's asymmetric style takes inspiration from the mullet, with a shorter look up front, and a longer "tail" in the back. Here, the singer styles it by placing the longest strands to the side, further highlighting the off-balance nature of the style.

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Dip-Dyed

Simone Smith with an asymmetrical haircut with blue-dyed tips — Earl Gibson III / Stringer / Getty Images

LL Cool J's wife, Simone Smith, allows the color of her asymmetric look to take center-stage. For a similar dip-dyed style, ensure hair is ultra moisturized so it doesn't dry out from the harsh color over time.

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Long Pixie

When parted over to one side, Katy Perry's long locks help showcase her short sides, which are kept closely-cropped. This modern take on the standard pixie is made all the more fun with a two-tone hue.

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Twisted and Bleached

Kristen Stewart with a blonde asymmetrical hairstyle — Jamie McCarthy / Staff / Getty Images

The fun thing about Kristen Stewart's asymmetric look is that even a standard cut can pull it off. Here, locks are twisted and held in place in the back, to give the illusion of an asymmetric shape without actually having to commit to an avant-garde cut.

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Natural Textured Cut

Danai Gurira with a textured, asymmetrical afro hairstyle — Steve Granitz / Contributor / Getty Images

The beauty of Danai Gurira's style is all about the texture, which is kept super high and with plenty of volume.

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Choppy Bob

Zoey Deutch with a choppy asymmetrical bob haircut — Allen Berezovsky / Contributor / Getty Images

Zoey Deutch demonstrates that a bob and a shoulder-length cut can go hand-in-hand. Here, her cut is short with a few longer pieces for interest. To ensure hair stays frizz-free without being weighed down, use a lightweight serum such as Briogeo Farewell Frizz ($30), which won't weigh hair down.

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Blunt Bob

Danielle Brooks with a bob with bangs — Gary Gershoff / Stringer / Getti Images

Danielle Brooks's angled bob is paired with a heavy side-swept bang. The blunt ends add a modern touch.

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One-Sided With Baby Bangs

Keke Palmer with a long asymmetrical haircut with bangs and shaved sides — Noam Galai / Contributor / Getty Images

Keke Palmer's chop is a true asymmetric 'do, in that one side is completely shaved to the scalp and the other is long. The addition of baby bangs lends a punk rock quality.

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Inverted Lob

Constance Wu's lengthy bob is clearly inspired by Old Hollywood glamour. For a similar style, ask your stylist to invert your cut, so that it's shorter at the back and longer at the front.

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Chin-Length Asymmetric Bob

Anja Rubik with a chin-length bob haircut — Emma McIntyre / Staff / Getty Images

Anja Rubik's chin-grazing bob is cut to a myriad of different lengths, with some longer and shorter than the others. Piecey texture is key here, so try a product such as Kristin Ess Dry Finish Working Texture Spray ($15).

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Curly Bob

Halle Berry’s curly bob is the epitome of old Hollywood glamor. To keep the flyaways at bay, use the Bumble and Bumble Spray De Mode Flexible Hold Hairspray ($34)

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Long Waves and Shaved Side

When Cassie stepped onto the scene with her signature one-shaved-side ‘do, it was a cultural reset. The best part? You can always style with a middle part to completely change your look.

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Ombré Orange High-Low Cut

Ready to channel your inner rockstar? Then look to Ava Max’s signature asymmetrical hairstyle. If you’re not fully ready to commit, you can always have your Hannah Montana moment and don a wig.

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Face-Framing Bob

The 2000s vibes are already back with a vengeance, so why not channel your own 2007 moment and opt for a face-framing bob a la Victoria Beckham.

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Sleek Chin-Length Bob

Is there anything cuter than Rihanna’s asymmetrical bob? We don’t think so. If you’re thinking of trying the style for yourself, get a super sleek look by using the Olaplex Bonding Oil ($30)

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Modern Updo

If you don’t want to commit to a big chop, you can always fake a cool asymmetrical look like Gwen Stefani. Part your hair with a deep side part, and slick back the other side. From there, you can part their hair into two sections, and secure each section with a hair tie.

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Wet Look Bob

Kourtney Kardashian’s sleek bob is proof that the wet hair look is here to stay. To recreate at home, you need to follow this simple formula: wet hair, gel, cream, and a glossing spray like the Amika Top Gloss Hair Shine Spray ($29).

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Sleek Mullet

In case you were wondering—yes, Cardi B indeed made mullets look cool again. We especially love the peek of red highlights throughout that give the hair a multi-dimensional look.

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Wet and Wavy Bob

Willow Smith’s wet and wavy bob is both chic and edgy—the perfect combo when you’re pulling off an asymmetrical look.

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Copper-Colored Waves

2NE1’s CL shows us how to transform long waves into a dreamy, glamorous look that’s reminiscent of Old Hollywood. Pair your style with a red lip and a statement-making earring and you’re all set to hit the town in style.

FAQ

Does it matter which way you part your hair with an asymmetric hairstyle?

It actually does, because your part will determine how the hair falls (and, therefore, what side of the hair is longer than the other). If you do have an asymmetric style, you should style it with the same part you had when you got it cut.
How often should you get a trim if you have an asymmetric haircut?

That depends on how short your hair is, but as a general rule, those with asymmetrical styles should get a cut every 6 to 7 weeks.
Can I give myself an asymmetrical haircut?

Asymmetrical haircuts require a lot of precision. It's therefore best to stick with a professional when rocking this particular style (otherwise, you might end up with uneven ends, which will mask the whole point of the off-balance cut).