A short hairstyle can change up your image suddenly and dramatically.
Here are the most stunning short hairstyles, according to hair experts.
“Nexxus celebrity stylist Lona Vigiagrees.
“It adds volume, and you’re free to decrease where needed.”
The shag is also as easy as it is versatile.
Yes, the shag is basically magic.
Thankfully, though, the lob is super adaptable.
If that’s no biggie, this cut can be a perfect segue to other short hairstyles.
Instead of jumping straight into the deep end, why not just dip your toes?
Although you could rock this style with thinner hair, textured bobs are better suited for thick hair.
This is because the more hair you have, the more dimension that can be created with the layers.
“People want a haircut that is easy and not too structured,” she once toldThe List.
If you opt for this textured cut, your hair will not onlylookcarefree, it will actuallybecarefree.
To style, simply work in a little bit of volumizing mousse.
Yes, that’s it.
Though, we should warn you, this isn’t a style you should half-a**.
“Commit to the statement haircut all the way,” the hair guru explained.
“It should be short and precise.”
He opined, “There’s nothing worse than a kind-of-sleek, whatever bob.”
KMS Californiahairstylist Simon Miller detailed the style further when speaking toThe List.
Asymmetrical bob
Thinking of having your hair cut into an asymmetrical bob?
An asymmetrical bob also makestheperfect statement cut.
Still, this stylecanbe a little difficult to rock in everyday life.
He recalled, “She pointed at me and shouted, ‘Why?’
I pointed at her and said, ‘Nineteen!’
Yet and still, it’s notjust19-year-olds that can rock the style.
In fact, McMillan himself lists the look as one of his top seven favorite short haircuts.
It is true, though, that asymmetrical pixies are not for the faint of heart.
“I think of a confident woman who has an edgy yet touchable hairstyle,” hairstylistDevin TothtoldThe List.
As severe as they may look, these pixies actually compliment the face, drawing attention to the cheekbones.
For everyday wear, lightly tease with a comb and mist with light-hold hairspray.
Chin-length bob with bangs
The chin-length bob complete with bangs is back and better than ever.
Actually, as it happens, they’ve already begun rising in popularity once again.
Hairstylist Christian Wood toldRefinery29in late 2018 that he expected them to be particularly trendy throughout the 2019 year.
Without a doubt, Taylor Swift is your go-to gal for this look.
When styling this cut at home, celeb hairstylistDevin Tothrecommends keeping it simple.
Pompadour
Don’t think you’ve got the option to pull off a pompadour?
But the reverse is also true.
Maintaining the color is imperative for this look as the close cut will pretty much immediately show any roots.
This style is also not the easiest to grow out.
But, if you’re into making this dramatic change, the work will be well worth it.
“It looks most dramatic when it is just smooth and flat ironed.”
You know, the one that convinced pretty muchallof us that we needed to try a short hairstyle immediately.
“It may seem more low-maintenance than a long or mid-length hair cut,” Mascolo said.
“But it still requires work to make it look exactly the way you want it.”
When it comes time to style your classic pixie, the experts recommend sticking with wax or pomade.
Just ensure to rub the product into the palms of your hands before applying directly to your hair.
This way, you’ll be able to avoid crunchy bits.
And they just so happen to look particularlyamazingwith short hair.
In the meantime, she’s inspiring all of us to go all in and try this trend forreal.
Piecey pixie
A piecey pixie is a fun take on a classic cut.
It’s also a great style for almost any face shapeorhair throw in.
To up the playful factor of this feminine cut, Fletcher recommends using a texturizing spray.
The hair guru also provided a neat tip for applying just the right amount of product.
After the product lands, simply run your hands through your hair to give it some movement.
Doing this will help prevent product from building up or becoming sticky in your short locks.
Texturizing spray isn’t your only option, though.
A buzzed or undercut pixie
There’s no denying the power of a perfect pixie cut.
She’s not wrong.
“This will bring instant edge to any look,“hairstylist Brenna Fletcherconfirmed when speaking toThe List.
That said, you should schedule regular haircuts to maintain the clean-lined look.
No, this isn’t a joke.
You don’t even have to blow-dry your locks because air-drying will give you an effortless, lived-in look.
“Especially if there is some rainbow color added to them.”
“Women tell me they love it, but that they aren’t brave enough to try it themselves.
I always tell them they should…“she wrote.
Cara Delevingne, who shaved her head for a role in 2017, agrees with both sentiments.
Still, this look is killer.
