“Yes, it’s been around in one form or another for some time but in my opinion, it’s only growing in popularity,” says Sam Burnett, owner and creative director at Hare And Bone. Clearly, it’s what the people want.

Burnett notes that because of its verticality, it’s adaptable to different hair textures, lengths and face shapes, making it one of the most popular cuts. He explains that it’s also a style you can switch up depending on your mood, offering a lived-in look or a big hair blow-out that’s proving popular right now.

“Ask your hairdresser for a version of the shag cut that works best with your natural texture and face shape,” Burnett explains. Ask for lots of irregular, freehand layers throughout and a face-framing fringe to get the best result. Burnett says that if your hairstylist cutting with intuition is the best way to get a style that suits you specifically.

It’s also important to note that the definition of ‘short’ depends on your hair type with curls and coils, so shrinkage needs to be considered.

Experts predict that these will be the most popular hair trends for autumn