Ask Luke: How To Grow Out A Short Haircut In Style?

Growing out a short cut is something I talk about with clients all the time. It’s the most difficult part of going short in the first place, but the truth is that growing your hair doesn’t have to mean months of awkward in-between stages. If you approach it with intention – and some help from your stylist – you can actually make it work for you.

The first thing I always do is create a plan. Growing out a short cut isn’t passive  – It’s about understanding how the hair grows and shaping accordingly. I map out the next few months with clients so we know exactly where we’re heading: keeping softness at the nape, letting the fringe lengthen, balancing the sides as they grow. Once you have a direction, everything feels easier.

People often assume they should avoid scissors completely, but micro-cuts every six to eight weeks can be really helpful. These tiny tune-ups keep the shape intact and stop the hair from ballooning or collapsing. They’re subtle – just enough to keep it intentional rather than accidental.

During the transition, the fringe might just become your best friend. Letting it grow a touch longer instantly modernises the look and creates movement that distracts from uneven lengths elsewhere. A soft curtain bang or side-swept fringe looks effortless and cool too.

Texture is another secret weapon. A slight bend or a lived-in tousle (definitely try our Air Dry Spray) disguises that mid-stage awkwardness and gives the hair personality. This is not the moment for overly polished styling; undone tends to look chicer and more confident while your hair is finding its new rhythm.

At a certain point, you’ll need to pivot the shape: easing into a micro-bob, a French girl bob, or something softer and longer. Growing out is never a straight line; it’s a series of smart, subtle shifts.