34 Trendy Short Haircut Ideas 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

• Step 1: Kill that thought. Yes, kill the urge to plug in a hair appliance. The Body Care Frizz Control Hair Serum just cuts through the frizzy drama and makes your hair manageable.
• Step 2: Gather the crown section of your hair and create a half ponytail. Secure it with an elastic.
• Step 3: During the last swirl through the ponytail, pull only a quarter of the length and let the rest form an undone loop.
• Step 4: Secure it with another hair tie, just to be sure. Don’t bother if the ends escape the bun.
• Step 5: Fan out the bun and tweak it to your whims. After all, it’s all about that undone vibe.

ii. Scarf Band hairstyle

• Step 1: Backcomb the hair at the crown of your head to add some added oomph. We are rooting for the Bronson Professional Termax Back Combing Teasing Brush..
• Step 2: Gather your hair to create a low ponytail. Secure it with a hair tie.
• Step 3: Pull out a few loose strands to frame your face.
• Step 4: Wrap a scarf around the crown of your head and tie it at the back just above your ponytail.
• Step 5: Hold your effort in place with the help of a hair mist. The L'Oreal Professionnel Tecniart Savage Panache Texturizing Powder Spray is a bottled promise of a lightweight setting formula.

More short hairstyles for short straight hair:

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.

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.

Centre Parting For The Win:

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

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.

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.

2. HAIRCUTS 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.

More Short Haircuts For Short Straight Hair:

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.

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.

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.

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.

WAVY HAIR

1. HAIRSTYLES FOR SHORT WAVY HAIR

i. Crown Dutch Braid with Ponytail

• Step 1: Start by weaving a crown Dutch braid. Keep braiding till you reach the nape of your neck.
• Step 2: Pull out a few face-framing fringes from the hairline.
• Step 3: Now gather the braid along with the rest of your hair to create a low ponytail.
• Step 4: Secure it with a hair tie. We vouch for the Mueras Oversized Scrunchie Black, to hold it all together without stressing your gorgeous tresses.
• Step 5: Lightly tong your fringes to create loose romantic curls. We vouch for the Bronson Professional Chopstick Hair Curler - Style Stick that glides gently on those delicate tresses.

ii. Space buns

• Step 1: Apply the L'Oreal Professionnel Liss Unlimited Mask to make your tresses a bit less rebellious. Now for an even edgier look, go for a zig-zag parting instead of a straight middle one.
• Step 2: Create a high ponytail on either side and secure it with elastics.
• Step 3: Now twist the length of the ponytail like a rope and wrap it around the base. Secure with a couple of bobby pins.
• Step 4: Repeat on the other side. Tug at the buns gently for a messier bedhead look.

More Hairstyles For Short Wavy Hair:

Beach Wave Girly:

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

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.

Blunt Mini:

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

Duo-Toned Style:

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

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.

More Haircut For Short Wavy Hair:

More Haircut For Short Wavy Hair:

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.

Textured Cut:

If you believe dry texturizing 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.

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.

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.

CURLY HAIR

1. HAIRSTYLES FOR SHORT CURLY HAIR

i. Half Bun

• Step 1: Tease your hair with a pea-sized dollop of the Schwarzkopf Osis+ Curl Honey Curl Cream for instant approval by the anti-frizz jury.
• Step 2: Now comb through your tresses and gather them on the crown of your head.
• Step 3: Create a half ponytail and secure it with an elastic.
• Step 4: Wrap the length of the short hair ponytail around its base and fix it with a hair tie.
• Step 5: Play up the drama by defining your curls with Osmo Curl Spray Volumising Curl Enhancer.

ii. Free fall messy curls

• Step 1: Firstly, let’s amp up the volume-o-metre with the Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Upload Lifting Volume Cream.
• Step 2: Skip picking the comb for this style. Finger brush your curls and let them flirt with your cheekbones.
• Step 3: Spritz some hair spray to define and hold the curls in place. Twist, tie and tease with the Wella Professionals EIMI Sugar Spray For a Voluminous Texture.
• Step 4: Don’t worry about flyaways. The goal is to look messy. After all, this style is perfect for third-day hair.

More Hairstyles for Short Curly Hair:

Pumped-up Curls:

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

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.

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.

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

Feeling especially bold? Brave the shave. 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 volumize your spirals. P.S. Don’t let an unshaved nape do injustice to the crispness of this cut.

More Haircuts For Short Curly Hair:

The Messy Bob:

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

Shoulder-Length Layered Cut

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

Fringed Bob:

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

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.