50 Short Hairstyles for Women: Trends & Styles

Scarlett Johansson, Lily Collins, Emma Watson – everywhere you look, celebrities seem to be chopping off their long tresses to sport shorter, edgier styles. There’s no denying it – short hair is officially THE LOOK to flaunt. Thinking of taking the plunge? We have listed out 50 awesome hairstyles for short hair that will help bring out the inner diva in you. Go ahead and try them!

1. Simple Bob:

You cannot go wrong with this classic hairstyle. Team it up with a formal evening gown or with a smart T-shirt and a pair of jeans. This is one of the most popular short hairstyles women flaunt.

How To Style:

1. Apply heat protectant to hair.
2. Polish hair with a straightener.
3. Set with a flexible hold hairspray.

Is This For You?

This cut is a classic and goes with all face shapes. Anyone can pull this look off.

2. Choppy Bob:

The choppy cut is not too different from the classic bob. However, you need to chop those fringes and pull them back.

How To Style:

1. Work serum through hair.
2. Make a part slightly off centre and brush to work out tangles and smoothen your hair.
3. Using a medium barrel curler, create loose curls and soft waves.
4. Finger-comb to give it that casual look.
5. Set with a hairspray.

Is This For You?

Soft and feminine, this versatile look works for everybody with short-medium length hair.

3. Shaggy Pixie Cut:

The Pixie cut is one of the most popular styles for short-haired women. For a shaggier look, have your hairstylist cut the hair unevenly, leaving some long strands intact.

How To Style:

1. Apply a volumizing product to damp hair.
2. Blow dry, running your fingers through your hair all the while.
3. Part hair in the middle.
4. Back comb the front section to add volume.
5. Finger-comb to give it a slightly disheveled look.
6. Set with a strong hold hairspray.

Is This For You?

This style works best for oval or heart-shaped faces, with hair that is naturally fine.

4. Tousled Pixie Cut:

The Tousled Pixie cut is another variation to the pixie cut. For the tousled style you should spike the hair on top and comb the back and sides down.

How To Style:

1. Apply styling cream or gel to hair.
2. Smooth out the sides with a brush.
3. Brush the top part forward and tousle it.
4. Set with a strong-hold hairspray.

Is This For You?

This works great for those who have a petite face.

5. Long Bob:

The Long Bob is a slightly longer variation of the classic bob. The hair looks exactly like a bob, but it is significantly longer.

How To Style:

1. Work a volumizing product into your hair.
2. Part your hair down the middle, smoothing it down on both sides.
3. Apply heat protectant to your hair and straighten it.
4. Set with a flexible hold hairspray.

Is This For You?

This hairstyle can be pulled off by just about anyone.

6. Simple Flips:

The Simple flips cut is a subtle variation on the Long bob cut. All you need to do is add a bit more volume to your hair and flip the hair tips upwards.

How To Style:

1. Apply a styling product to your hair.
2. Using a large barrel curler, create loose ringlets.
3. Run your fingers through the hair to separate the curls.
4. Finish with a flexible-hold spray.

Is This For You?

This is a great style for those with strong features as the curls soften your overall look. Although this is an extremely adaptable look, those with wide faces might want to steer clear of it.

7. Signature Pixie Cut:

This pixie cut is cute, stylish and totally casual. It is easy to maintain and will give you a youthful freshness.

How To Style?

1. Apply a volumizing product to your hair.
2. Using a mini straightener, take small sections of hair and straighten them out.
3. Brush hair in all directions to create a wrapped look.
4. Set with a hairspray.

Is This For You?

This voluminous style is perfect for every face shape.

8. Straight and Slick Cut:

If you have a long face, then a short and slick cut can help accentuate your face and give you an elegant look. Julianne Moore, with her medium-short hair, totally rocks this hairstyle.

How To Style?

1. Apply a conditioning serum to hair.
2. Brush your hair and straighten off sections, draping it over the brush to give it a slight wave.
3. Set with a hairspray.

Is This For You?

This effortless look can be pulled off by anybody.

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