The ‘Mouse Haircut’ Is Set To Be Everywhere For Autumn

It was only a matter of time before the mouse haircut had its own moment, following the popularity of all the other animal-inspired chops that came before it. We’ve seen the wolf cut, fox cut, butterfly cut and kitty cut all take off over the past couple of years, but heading out of hibernation, the mouse haircut offers so much cosy character for autumn.

What is the mouse haircut?

The mouse haircut follows the same sort of mood as the mousy blonde hair shade that’s also taking off this season. It’s understated and unassuming, but that doesn’t mean it’s not completely covetable. Essentially a very lightly layered midi or long haircut, paired with a full ’70s fringe, it features lash-skimming face-framing that gives the haircut a shy, girl-next-door energy, alongside a little flirtiness at the same time. And while it’s not loud and shouty like mega layered and shaggy cuts, the framework it provides means it elevates every look and works across so many different styles, whether you’re going preppy, glam, grungy or classic.

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Why choose the mouse haircut?

The mouse haircut counts Taylor Swift as one of its most high profile fans. She’s kept her cut consistent across her almost 21-month tour, and the fact it worked across all of Taylor’s different eras just goes to show how versatile it is.

As for timing, it couldn’t be more appropriate now the colder months are coming and we’re adding extra layers to our outfits. It stands to reason we’d want a little extra cosiness around our face, too.

How to wear the mouse haircut?

To match with the understated shape, it works best loosely styled and paired with your natural texture, whether that’s semi-straight, wavy or curly. Although we’ve seen it worn bouncy and blowdried, too if you want something a little more glam.

Blow-dried mouse haircut