Trendy Short Haircut Ideas & Hairstyles For Women

Even though long, lustrous Rapunzel-esk hair will always be celebrated, going for a big chop and donning a short hairstyle will always be considered as the dictionary definition of the word “chic”. A-listers all around the world have been embracing a collarbone-length style and it’s easy to see why. If you're looking to experiment with your hairstyle and really willing to make a big-time fashion statement, short hair is the cut you should definitely go for. Whether you opt for a short bob or a style that just grazes your shoulder blades, a short haircut will refresh your look and highlight your facial features. It isn’t just a low-maintenance option that’s especially convenient in humid weather, but also gives you a boss babe energy while also serving a cool tousled look, almost giving a Kurt Cobain vibe.

Low-maintenance ladies, you know who you are. Cannot allot more than ten minutes of your life to wash your hair? Don’t want to be bothered by hair that’s grown way past your shoulders? We get it, you’re on the #ShortHairForLife bandwagon. Honestly, regardless of what hair length club you belong to, there’s no denying that short locks exude undaunted confidence.

So, if you’re already considering a quick chop-chop-chop, scroll down to discover flattering haircuts and hairstyles for short hair. And while we are at it, let the meh hairstyles you have been dragging along from the 90s take a backseat, please.

Straight Hair

1. Hairstyles For Short Straight Hair

i. Mini frayed bun

Heat tools no longer hold the spotlight because this era celebrates easy glamour. Use the Body Care Hair Serum to control frizz before making a loose twisted half-ponytail, which you should secure before fluffing it to show off your natural elegance.

ii. Scarf Band hairstyle

Elevate your look by adding a playful touch with Bronson's preferred teasing hairbrush. To achieve this look, create a low ponytail hairstyle with loose strands, then add a stylish scarf before applying a mist for secure hold.

iii. Fringes Babe:

A lob is perfect for those who want a shorter style without going too short. Make the look more dynamic with the addition of wispy bangs.

iv. Side-Swept Bangs:

If you are growing out your pixie cut, go for a deep side parting to add a dash of drama to your look.

v. Centre Parting For The Win:

A classic but definitely not boring, a bob cut with centre parting has been winning hearts for years now.

vi. Draw The Curtains:

It can often be difficult to distinguish between face-framing layers and bangs. So, opt to slay both looks by blending the best of both worlds.

vii. Sleek Side-Parted Lob

Upgrade your simple side part bob with a glossy slick back finish with the help of a hair gel and serve an almost wet hair look.

viii. Relaxed French Bun

Begin with a central hair part and then loosely gather your hair before twisting it into a low bun, which you need to secure using pins. Complete the style by pulling out some strands to create softness and finish it off with a light spritz of hairspray.

2. Haircut For Short Straight Hair

i. Pixie haircut

What makes the pixie cut so empowering? It draws attention to your face, making it the focal point. If you are reluctant to take such a big risk with the scissors, let us tell you that a boost of confidence is all you need to pull it off. And honestly, no face shape and hair texture can go against this cut. Also, just as a side note, make sure you up your brow game when you’re sporting the pixie cut.

ii. Side undercut

You are about to consider an edgy variation of an otherwise vanilla classic bob. The crown hair is maintained while the hair on the sides is buzzed for a contrasting effect. The beauty of the undercut is it can be personalised in infinite ways since the shaved part is a canvas for creativity. Go book an appointment with your stylist and join the badass undercut club already.

iii. The Pixie Chop

Ordered for a super chic pixie cut? Well, here you have the pixie with a slightly longer top giving you ample options to style your hair.

iv. Sculpt Your Cut

Enhance your natural texture, whatever it may be, with a cropped pixie cut that practically styles itself. Leave the top longer for added versatility. When feeling a little experimental, you can also go for an under-raze to go with your pixie.

v. The Chin Bob

There’s nothing that can go wrong with a bob cut, in order to style it you can style any layer-free or blunt bob in various ways, such as curling the ends under to highlight your jawline.

vi. Glossy Bob

Bobs can never get tiring to look at in fact, it always makes you feel put-together, and going for a sharp, glossy look of this sort definitely does the trick.

vii. Classic Low Ponytail

Before you put your hair into a low ponytail at the nape, apply a shine serum and brush it back. The finishing touch involves using a hair tie to secure your hair before you wrap a strand around it.

Wavy Hair

1. Hairstyles For Short Wavy Hair

i. Crown Dutch Braid with Ponytail

Begin your hairstyle with a Dutch braid that forms a crown until reaching the back of your head. At the end of your braid, release a few loose strands before pulling everything into a low ponytail secured with a scrunchie, then create romantic waves with your face-framing hair.

ii. Space buns

Tame those wild strands with the L'Oreal Liss Unlimited Mask, then switch it up with a bold zig-zag parting. Craft high ponytails, twist into buns, pin in place, and tease for that artful mess.

iii. Beach Wave Girly

Give an effortless beachy vibes by letting a few hair strands.

iv. The Marilyn

With wavy hair, you have a gift to experiment a lot with your hair. Sport a retro look and style your waves giving them bouncy voluminous curls.

v. Blunt Mini

Blunt ends and a middle parting, voila! You have a chic, layer and stress-free hairstyle to go about your day!

vi. Duo-Toned Style

Want two colours at the same time? Simple! Experiment by dying the ends of your hair.

vii. Half-Up Half-Down Hairstyle

If you have wavy hair, divide the hair at the crown and gently gather it into a half-up ponytail or bun. Allow the natural waves to flow freely while using texture spray to create definition.

2. Haircuts For Short Wavy Hair

i. Pixie haircut

Dramatic Bangs pack a major attitude, and that’s no news. This cut hugs the forehead and accentuates your jawline. A well-done blunt bang can very smartly add an angular frame to an otherwise rounded face. If you’re looking to hit the refresh button on your look, the addition of bangs can drastically change your appearance without spending a bomb at the salon. However, steer clear of oil-based beauty products since they could end up greasing your bangs as well.

ii. Blunt bob

We love how the blunt bob cuts into a straight line while the peekaboo neck adds to a sultry spin to the entire look. Add to that brow-grazing bangs that soften the contours of a sharp jaw, and good hair days are here for a long time. Don’t like how bangs get clingy after a while? Simply pull them back to create a pouffe or tuck them with bobby pins on the sides. The only downside to this short, blunt haircut is the need for regular trimming appointments, so you have nothing to do with the infamous ugly growing-out period.

iii. Shoulder Bob

The trendiest and the most low-effort haircut you ask? Definitely this shoulder bob cut. You can also go for a subtle balayage for extra pizazz.

iv. Textured Cut

If you believe dry texturising spray is essential, this haircut will be right up your alley. With a shorter back and longer front, plus captivating side-swept bangs, it’s full of personality.

v. Shaggy Look

Blunt bobs have been extremely popular, but this year we're also loving a more textured, shaggy approach. Add curtain bangs, and you'll have a standout haircut. Always remember the shaggier, the better.

vi. Faux Bangs

Want bangs but not permanently? Ask your hairstylist to create an illusion of bangs by asking them to add shorter framing at the front of your face.

vii. Glossy Wet-Look Updo

Apply a substantial quantity of wet-look gel on moist wavy hair, then brush back hair gently and create a sleek updo by twisting it. Use hairpins to secure the updo and complete the look with a shine spray.

Curly Hair

1. Hairstyles For Short Curly Hair

i. Half Bun

The way to please frizz police involves applying a small amount of Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+ Bounty Balm Rich Curl Cream first. Comb hair towards the top of your head before creating a half-up ponytail and turning it into a bun while adding curl-enhancing product at the end.

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ii. Free fall messy curls

Elevate your hairstyle by using Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+ Curl Jam to boost volume and create fullness. Allow your hair to naturally fall around your face while gently raking your fingers through the curls for a relaxed look. Apply Wella Professionals EIMI Heat Protection Spray to your hair to shape the curls and retain their texture while creating a playful effect. Embrace flyaways since they are part of your look.

iii. Pumped-up Curls

Springy curls are perfect for a playful, cropped cut. Achieve gravity-defying volume by keeping your curly hair longer on top.

iv. Side-Swept Curls

Layers in a longer cut are essential for curls to achieve their fullest and most voluminous look. Adding side-swept bangs completes the style.

v. Curl Shag

This curly girl version of a classic shag will make anyone eager for layers and bangs this year. Layering adds volume and beautifully frames the face.

vi. Side Part With A Soft Fringe

Dry curly hair should have a deep side part, while the soft fringe helps to frame your face. Use a light cream to define your curls before gently spreading them apart to create volume and maintain natural movement.

2. Haircuts For Short Curly Hair

i. Voluminous Bob

This summer-approved haircut is good news when the temperature is on the rise. The Voluminous Bob starts heavier on the crown and narrows down on the back and sides. If you are the non-committal kind (we totally understand the ‘why’ for it) who wants to make a power statement, this curly-hair bob is your find. You can sport the just-rolled-out-of-bed look by spritzing some texturising spray and finger-teasing your locks. The best part, you ask? No more heat-styling negativity in life. Amen .

ii. Undercut curls

Undercut curls call for all curly-haired bombshells who are confident in their own skin and are ready to get (and be) the buzz. This short bob haircut has hair concentrated on the crown, buzzed on the sides and narrowed toward the nape. For this look, make a lightweight hair styling mousse your BFF to define and volumise your spirals. P.S. Don’t let an unshaven nape do injustice to the crispness of this cut.

iii. The Messy Bob

To refresh your existing bob, request layers and trim the length to chin level.

iv. Shoulder-Length Layered Cut

When unsure, opt for long layers. It's a guaranteed way to revitalise any hairstyle length.

v. Fringed Bob

Give us a bob with plenty of bangs! Light layering helps blunt ends look lighter, especially on curly hair.

vi. Sleek Slicked-Back Bun

Begin by applying styling gel onto wet curls, then push the hair back for a polished result. You need to secure your hair into a low bun while using a fine-tooth comb to create a flawless, smooth finish.

vii. Curls That Frame The Face

After applying curl cream to define your curls, you should part your hair slightly off-centre. Use a diffuser to achieve soft volume while framing your face with the front curls, which you gently pull forward.

Key Takeaways

In conclusion, choosing to go for a short hairstyle might feel intimidating, but a fresh cut can rejuvenate worn-out ends, add movement to your hair, and dramatically transform your appearance. From blunt or tousled bobs to the ongoing revival of shags and reimagined mullets, as well as buzz cuts and pixie styles, there are numerous options to choose from. So, jump onto the short hair bandwagon and embrace the crazy power it holds to make you feel new and ready to take on the world.

FAQs:

1. What are the best haircuts for short hairstyles?

   Although the length and style of a haircut are tailored to the individual, the most popular hairstyle this year has been shoulder-length bobs thanks to the effortless chic look it provides. This could mean embracing your curls with a short shag cut or adding significant volume to flat hair with a layered bob.

2. What face shape best suits short hair?

   Your face shape matters a lot when it comes to the type of hairstyle you are going for as it complements your overall look. For a heart-shaped face, it's preferable to go for a layered wispy cut and if your face is oval-shaped, opt for an angular bob. For the ones with a square face, you can go for a shoulder-length cut while for the ones with a round face shape, pixie is the most suitable short hairstyle you can champion. And my dearest oval-face-shaped girlies, you can go for a side-parted curly lob.

3. What short hairstyle suits thin hair?

   A pixie cut is an excellent choice for thin hair. This timeless short hairstyle features short sides and back, with slightly longer layers on top to add volume and dimension.

4. Can one go for a layered look with thin hair?

   Layered cuts work well for thin hair types, such as straight or fine-textured hair, which need added volume. The result is hair that appears edgy and bouncy with defined layers, creating a fuller and more voluminous look.

5. What are some very short hairstyles?

   A very short haircut can have various names depending on the style. For instance, women's very short haircuts can include pixie cuts, bobs, lobs, wedges, undercuts, afros, and even shags.

6. Which hairstyles are best for frizzy hair?

   Hairstyles that work with your natural texture are ideal. Think braids, buns, loose waves, and layered cuts that reduce bulk. Protective styles like twists or low buns also help manage frizz.

7. Should I cut my hair if it's frizzy?

   Not necessarily. Frizz isn’t always a sign you need a haircut. However, trimming split ends and opting for layered or blunt cuts can reduce frizz and improve manageability.

8. What causes frizzy hair?

   Frizz is often caused by a lack of moisture, humidity, damage from heat styling, or harsh hair products. Hair type and genetics also play a role in frizz-prone textures.

9. What oils to use to control frizz?

   Lightweight oils like argan, coconut, jojoba, and marula help seal moisture, tame flyaways, and add shine without weighing hair down. Always apply sparingly to damp or dry hair.

10. What products should I use for frizzy hair?

    Look for sulfate-free shampoos, moisturising conditioners, leave-in creams, anti-frizz serums, and heat protectants. Products with ingredients like glycerin, shea butter, and silicone can help smooth and hydrate hair.