The Best 100+ Short Hairstyles

Coco Chanel said it best: “A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life.” So are you thinking of taking the plunge, but aren’t quite sure which short hairstyles will flatter you? Or do you already rock a chic short cut, but don’t know how you can creatively style it? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re on the fence and need some insight about the latest cuts du jour or want to take your short hairstyle from dull to fashion-forward, you’ll find everything you need right here. From expert guides that’ll help you decide which style-savvy cuts will flatter your face shape, to detailed tutorials and step-by-steps featuring cool short styles which will help prepare you for any occasion to come. Handling your short hair is about to become so easy.

Why not refresh your short hair lingo and learn the differences between a bob and a lob, while you’re at it (hint: the difference between a lob and a bob is essentially all in the length). What other short haircuts for women are out there? We’ve got tonnes up our sleeve. Here, you’ll find the perfect cut for you, whether you’re in in your 20s, 30s, 40s or 50s and beyond. Whatever the query, we’ve got you covered. And our experts and editors will reveal easy styling tips to show you the best ways to make the most out of your short tresses. Once you master them, you’ll always be ready to style your locks perfectly, whenever any last minute plans happen!

And if you’re looking for visual inspiration, we’ve covered that too: you’ll definitely want to see who’s pulling off short hair the best, from the runway to the red carpet and even in real life. Whether it’s tousled pixie, a choppy style with an edgy feel, or fashion-forward blunt bob, there’s no denying how mesmerising these cuts are!