23 Undercut Hairstyle Ideas That Are a Party in the Back
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Triple Threat
This trio of triangles is bolstered by the colorful space buns and the tattoos.
Image: @ronnieraezor.blackgrapes
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Pixie Plus
Proof positive that pixie undercuts rule. And the rainbow-colored crop puts it over the top.
Image: @anna.doinghair
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Go With the Flow
This series of swooshes has a calming, almost hypnotic effect.
Image: @kirby_hairartisan
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On the Edge
An edgy design hidden underneath naturally voluminous coils is truly unexpected.
Image: @fresherfades_
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Keep It Simple
Add a few lines here and there to make a subtle statement.
Image: @juelzsamtana
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Downright Dizzy
Don't stare at this one too long...
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This End Up
Draw even more attention to a fiery mane with layered arrows.
Image: @buzzcutfeed
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Bring On the Bling
You don't need actual sparkle to shine. See these dazzling geo stars.
Image: @whotfiskue
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Line It Up
You may not be able to create a perfectly straight line with your part, but your hairstylist can create many straight lines using a razor. The diagonal lines and V shape create a cool layered look.
Image: @heychar1ie
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Spin a Web
We may not like finding spiderwebs around the house, but we're all for having them in our undercut. Including a spider as part of your design is optional.
Image: @dalilia_melo
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Dot, Dot
Not even the breathtaking ocean view can distract us from this dynamic undercut. The way the hair at the nape of the neck follows the curving design is very clever. The two dots in the middle of the head are like the best exclamation point.
Image: @chicagokfox
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Rock the Rainbow
Holy hair goals. Where can we start here? Every single part of this hairstyle is on point, from the auburn highlights to the rainbow undercut. It's proof that a bit of color can draw even more attention to your shaved back.
Image: @dennisjosephbabyliss
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Flower Power
Mandala flowers are as popular in women's undercuts as they are for tattoos. The large overlapping petals in this design will still be visible from a few rows back on the bus.
Image: @rogueandwolf
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Piece by Piece
A braid up the back of the head is impressive, but so is this shaved design. The triangles and the diagonal lines create a bold look that is as good as any brand logo.
Image: @hair_and_beauty_byjax
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Scale It
One of the last things we want is scaly skin, but a scale-inspired hairstyle is a different matter.
Image: @lori__lozano
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On the Peak
The v-shaped line would have been cool on its own, but the different geometric shapes create a hypnotizing effect. Who would have ever thought the back of your head could be so interesting?
Image: @agadondzik
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Heart It
Sometimes a heart is all that is needed to express how you feel. It certainly sums up how we feel about this hairstyle.
Image: @_blacktipskayleigh_
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Meow
If you're a proud cat lady, this is hairstyle is purrrfection. You could even take it a step further and include eyes, a little mouth and some whiskers in your personalized design.
Image: @purnimaheble
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Spider-Woman
Even if you loathe spiders, you have to concede that the way the spider looks like it is dropping down from the horizontal part is very clever.
Image: @marte.mar
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Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend
You'll probably never own an actual diamond this size, but the hair design is a suitable alternative. It may only be made of hair and shaved lines, but it will still make you shine bright.
Image: @itsnaaadine
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X Marks the Spot
Forget about finding treasure, this haircut is the prize we're looking for. The blond and rose gold highlights get a badass finish thanks to the geometric design on the back of the head.
Image: @adriennelucina
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Choose a Shape
Here's proof you don't need to shave the entire back of your head.
Image: @juelzsamtana
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Swirling Around
Some people wear ribbons in their hair, while others get women's undercuts that mimic them. This curving design has a 3-D effect that makes it resemble a curled up ribbon.
Image: @tashaso_sharp
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Big Love
Don't wear your heart on your sleeve, wear it on your head. The off-center placement of this design is cute, but it is the red color that we love.
Image: @salongstudio81
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Go Big
A lot of women's undercuts are a small surprise at the base of the neck, but this one is the star of the show. The shaved style goes up most of the head and continues around the sides, so you can really appreciate all of the swirling shapes.
Image: @houseofgen
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Leaf It Be
If you're a nature girl, you will obsess over this leaf undercut as much as you would a flower tattoo. If you want to continue with the nature theme, dye your hair different shades of green.
Image: @beautychemist
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Try Triangles
There is something about staggered lines that is just so pleasing.
Image: @biank_
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Shaved Sections
There are literally countless combinations you, or should we say your hairstylist, can come up with simply by using straight lines. Give him or her free rein and you could end up with an edgy design like this.
Image: @hairbyhannahcherry
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Flower Girl
You could wear an actual flower in your hair or you could ask your hairstylist to shave a floral design into your mane. The placement of this oversized flower is fantastic. Best of all, you don't have to worry about falling petals.
Image: @hair_brained
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Hypnotize Me
The best shaved styles are the ones that you can't look away from. It's easy to get lost in this cut when you start looking at the multi-dimensional intertwined shapes.
Image: @hairbykaesha.saffyresalon
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To the Point
Remember that it isn't just about the design of your undercut, it is also about the finish at the nape of your neck. The precise point echoes the diagonal lines and the crisp horizontal part.
Image: @johnny_spanakos
