Messy, glam chic and flattering for most face-shapes, the choppy look is back! From actress Dianna Argon, singer Shakira to Ginnifer Goodwin, the easy-to-do hairstyle is a perfect solution for those of you who are in a time crunch.
When you think of short choppy bangs, you mostly think of a hairstyle that makes daily styling easier, and the one that has lot of messiness to it. But Glee actress Dianna Argon clearly shows us that even short choppy haircuts can have a bit of stiffness to them. For this jagged look, Dianna razor chopped her bob and took her layers very short to create movement.
To recreate this style, make sure you shatter the look with texturizing shears once the basic shape is put in. Also cut a blunt, wide and long fringe, exposing your beautiful cheekbones. And you have just turned the normal choppy ‘do into a trendsetting rugged look. Whoopie!
Spanish actress and model Penelope Cruz rocks a messy, choppy bob with long side-swept bangs. Chic, stylish, flirty, and feminine, this choppy bob has lots of personality. Her side partition lets her locks’ glossy texture soften her face and accentuates her brown-green eyes beautifully.
In this case, use volumizing hair care products for that extra volume and light-hold hairspray for securing the hairstyle.
Tip: If you have a round face like Penelope’s, keep your bob below your jaw line to avoid making your face look even rounder. All in all, Penelope has chosen the perfectly-imperfect bob hairstyle for her face shape.
When it comes to shaggy updo, there’s really only one actress that comes to mind: Halle Berry. We love this flirty and undone look, perfect for a woman with lot of attitude. While the soft spiky asymmetrical pieces on top of her head are a bit boyish, her lovely dark brown hair colour really adds a splash of femininity and grace.
To duplicate the look, get a short pixie to match Halle, then add some simple waves and chops to the top of your locks and apply a bit of texturizing mousse and tease it up a bit with your fingertips. The end result? A super quirky and edgy style that can look good on just about everyone.
For those of you who are looking for a daring change – yes, this hairstyle is for you. We love how actress Ginnifer has kept her pixie cut reasonably long. However, the way it’s side-swept makes the hairstyle seem shorter. We also love the ombre colour and the textured look she’s given it, stopping it from looking soft and making her hair look completely natural. This truly classic, short pixie with soft choppy fringes comes with plenty of layers that look chic and totally badass. Sometimes bold hairstyle risks have a major payoff.
An honest confession – we are in love with actress Chelsea Kane. Her hairstyle and her make-up. The ultimate hottie and of course a stylista, Chelsea is always on trend. We adore her side-swept layers on the shaggy bob hairstyle. The asymmetrical cut gives it a lot of depth, dimension and funky style while the undone layers to the side give her the sexy just-woke-up-from-the-bed style every woman loves. Obviously, if you’re opting for a choppy hairstyle, this is definitely one to consider. Dip your locks in some serious dark and light blonde highlights for a really flirty and sexy look, just like Chelsea!
The adorable shaggy style looks incredible on the Pirates of the Caribbean star Keira Knightley. We love how she’s got her messy hair sweeping on one side, and her mix of highlights and lowlights – totally bringing warmth to her skin tone and framing her petite face beautifully. Perfect for women with thick natural hair, Keira has also managed to capture a great deal of texture in her hair, a versatile look everyone is obsessed with. For that extra modern edge, make this hairstyle a bit dirtier and you are ready to rock.
A Walk To Remember actress and singer Mandy Moore looks absolutely radiant with her chic, choppy hairstyle. Grown out just in the back and on top, this boyish pixie quickly provides the perfect look for some quirky and punk-y inspired texture. The shaggy but flattering cut accentuates her cheekbones and hazel eyes without looking too messy. For extra impact, wear your pixie with a glamorous side parting and sweeping side bangs. Perfecto!
The Hips Don’t Lie singer Shakira looks sophisticated and stylish with her short, layered bob and a thin side fringe. Shakira adds extra dimension and volume to her tresses with a gorgeous texture and subtle layers. We love how her honey-blonde locks and minimal makeup create a striking contrast with her fair complexion. If you don’t have naturally thick hair, blow dry your hair and apply volume boosting hair care products.
We are a massive fan of the textured choppy bob hairstyle, a la Scarlett Johansson is modelling below. This wavy cut might be simple, but it’s totally fabulous and stylish. Plus, a splash of blonde colour to your hair really brings your style to life. Get Scarlett’s beachy layer look with natural eye-makeup and a slick of light coloured lipstick. Perfect for brunch or a music festival, the hairstyle can freshen up your look without having to make a dramatic change.
Actress and activist Emma Watson looks gorgeous wearing her honey-blonde hair in a short choppy pixie with a press-on sparkly hair clip. This short romantic hairstyle is all about the cut – get your hair to feather the ends of your hair for an edgy but feminine look.
To achieve this simple look, all you need are your hair care products, a comb and a hair accessory. After creating a side part, comb in a product like a hairspray or texturizing mousse and brush hair to the sides and back towards the nape of the neck. Finish it off by using a pretty hair accessory. A short-in-length haircut, actress Emma Watson proves that the hairstyle is not short in class.
So there you have it – our favourite short choppy hairstyles that make daily styling easier. Let us know your thoughts about the same in the comments section below!