Trying to survive hot summer days? Thinking about cutting your hair but unsure what styles to try? You’re simply a girl with short hair struggling to find something that will fit your hair length? Well, don’t worry – we’re here to cut your work short!
I’ve devoted hours of research to find the perfect hairstyles for short hair and these are what I’ve come up with!
1. Sleek Ponytail
Ponytails are my favorite because they are lifesavers when it comes to styling dirty hair — they tend to last longer because your hair isn’t as slippery as when it’s freshly washed!
2. Slicked-Back Hairstyle
When you have a special occasion coming up, but aren’t sure what hairstyle to choose or just don’t have enough energy to bother, try out a slicked-back look! Some people might get rude and tell you that your hair is greasy, but the Kardashians would beg to differ!
3. Hairstyles With Hair Accessories
Hairpins, claw clips, barrettes, headbands, scrunchies — wear some of these and you’ll be getting the “what did you do to your hair” question!
4. Slicked-Back Bob
I don’t think it gets any easier than this bob hairstyle! Part your hair, comb it back, style it with some styling gel with a slight curve to your ends and voila!
5. Side Braid Ponytail
Adding braids to your ponytail may not be that much, but I can guarantee you’ll refresh your usual look and have a cute hairstyle you can pair with your summer dress.
6. Bubble Braid
Match your bubbly personality with this little bubble braid! If you want a more voluminous look, you can tug at the sides to expand your bubbles even further, but avoid tugging too much!
7. Finger Waves
You only need three things for this vintage hairstyle: your fingers, a comb and a bunch of styling gel! If done right, finger waves can last up to four or five days.
8. Twisted Half-Updo
You really don’t have to thank me for all these simple hairstyles for short hair that you can play with (please do). This half-up, half-down style looks like it includes a braid, but it’s just a couple of sections twisted and pinned back.
9. Half-Up Ponytail
Instead of repeating the same ol’ ponytail, go for this trendy half-up look. For a complete look leave out a couple of strands in the front to make it cuter.
10. Half-Up Top Knot
For all my girlies that prefer buns, here’s a fun and cute lil’ hairstyle for short hair that will probably become your signature look. It’s elegant and could even be used as a wedding hairstyle with a couple accessories.
11. Half-Up Space Buns
If you’re going to a festival or a concert, I’d recommend these playful space buns! You can go all out and dye your hair the same way, or be creative and combine colors of your choice — it’s up to you!
12. Half-Up Top Knot With Bangs
This sleek half-up, half-down look with a top knot is divided into two sections: one pulled up into a bun and the other styled into a sleek bob. Add bangs and you’ll end up with a hairstyle for short hair that looks like it came out of an editorial!
13. Low Pigtail Puffs With Bangs
To immediately answer your question — yes, you can rock bangs with curly hair, it’s just a matter of how you style them. This hairstyle is an example of perfect execution!
14. Waterfall Braid
Do you have trouble finding a perfect hairstyle for a wedding or prom? Try this romantic waterfall braid and sweep everyone away with your luscious waves.
15. Faux Hawk With A Side Braid
If you’re an edgy person who wants to match their hair with their overall aesthetic, then this voluminous faux hawk combined with a braid on the side will give you what you’re looking for.
16. French Braided Updo
Yes, you’re seeing it right — this beautiful braided updo can be done on short hair too! If you want your updos to look a little messy like this one, you should braid your hair loosely, but if not, braid it tighter.
17. Double Bubble Braids
Bubble braids might seem hard to make, but they really aren’t — just make a couple of smaller ponytails and connect their tails to each other, tug the sections between and you’ll create your bubbles! Tip: Don’t pull too much or some pieces might pop out.
18. Braided Low Chignon
Chignons are usually worn without braids, but why not create your own version of it and add a couple of them anyway?
19. Baby Braids
Baby braids are an incredibly versatile Y2K trend that can complement many hairstyles such as ponytails, updos or be worn with loose hair. A tip: it’s better to braid them loosely, so that they can flow with the hair instead of being stiff.
20. French Twist
To recreate this French twist, you’ll need to sweep your hair on one side, twist it up and insert some pins to hold it in place and that’s it — a simple, yet elegant hairstyle!