What are the top short hairstyles 2020 female options? One of the most important thing in life for women of all age is choosing the hairstyle that best suits the shape of their face. It’s usually not as easy as it sounds but with a little information and more practice, one becomes a Pro at the sort of thing. We bring you haircuts for women, womens short hairstyles, short haircuts for women black, short haircuts for women over 50 and short haircuts for kid girl. Enjoy!
What are the best short haircuts for women? Well that depends on what you are looking for. Short haircuts are, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful haircuts out there. Women with long hair tend to look beautiful, but take them to a short haircut and they will appear to be at their best. If you are looking for a daring yet stunning haircut this is what you should opt for.
short hairstyles 2020 female
Layered Lob
Lobs have been going strong over the past few years, and we can’t complain. The effortlessly stylish cut lets you customize with layers and bangs in infinite ways. This shoulder-length version gets movement and personality from mid to long layering.
Soft Modern Shag
This soft approach to the modern shag features blended layers, but keeps the short, flippy ends and bangs of the original cut. Go for a side part, it complements more face shapes than one down the center.
Classic Bob
You really can’t go wrong with a classic bob at any point in your life, with any face shape. The minimal, face-framing layers of this cut work great for straight and wavy hair. Curly hair ladies might find they need a bit more layering.
Short Stacked Bob
This chin-grazing style uses side-swept bangs and stacked, short layers in the back to give major volume and body. We love the placement of caramel balayage highlights throughout the chestnut hair.
Layered Shoulder Length for Curly Hair
Layering is the key to making any medium to long length curly hair work in your favor. It gives much needed shape and helps with curl definition.
Full Bangs
Full bangs are like a chameleon for your style. They can instantly update your bob, lob, or even medium to long hair.
Super Pixie
The pixie cut is perhaps our favorite classic cut for those who aren’t afraid to go ultra-short! While we find this style to be universally flattering for all textures, it works great with this thick, straight hair. A little pomade lets you give some lift to the short bang area.
Rounded Bob
We’re seeing a lot more of the rounded bob this year, and we’re loving the chic factor it gives. Angled, rounded edges on a largely layer-free cut lend an air of sophistication and elegance.
Side-Swept Medium Length
This elegant feminine look makes us swoon every time. It looks amazing on thick hair, and the layers and heavy side-swept bangs frame the face perfectly.
Side-Swept Bob with Bangs
This glam hairstyle lets you ramp up the volume and personality with deep side-swept bangs and curved ends. We love this warm caramel tone too!
Choppy Pixie
An edgy pixie takes your classic style to the next level with choppy layers and, if desired, side-swept bangs like these. It gives some sassiness to the ultra-short look.
Layerless Lob
If you have thinner hair, go with a layer-free style to enhance the look of thickness throughout. This lob-length is a crowd-pleaser every time.
Curly Super Pixie
For ladies with tight curls, we love a super short pixie cut that lets your texture show in a totally different way. It takes the most minimal styling, which—as all curly-haired ladies know—is the stuff of dreams.
Lots of Layers
These swept back layers catch the light, showing off the brown and blonde tones.
Textured Bob
Let your texture loose in a lightly layered bob. A simple switch to a center part will channel curly haired Meg Ryan.
Layered Crop
This flippy hairstyle doesn’t go light on the sass! The mega amount of layers, complete with bangs, lends a timeless appeal to this cut that makes it easy to style. Hairspray is definitely your friend with this one!
Curly Crop
This style lets you enhance your curls by going short and layered. It’s a traditional silhouette that won’t ever go out of style.
Wispy Bob
For fine-haired ladies, this wispy cut will give you breezy movement. Plenty of layers and elicate bangs give an effortless touch that can go from day to night without added styling.
Classic Shoulder Length
This shoulder-grazing style goes minimal on any layering, letting the classically curled ends stand out.
Short Hairstyles for Women Over 50 That Are Cool Forever
Sandra Bullock, Halle Berry, Jennifer Aniston—this isn’t a star-studded cast of a blockbuster movie we’d all love to see (though please, can we make it happen?). These leading ladies are all living proof that women over 50 can rock a wide range of chic hairstyles. Still, there’s something so liberating about chopping it all off, and your 50s is as good a time as any to try out a new cropped ‘do that’s both modern and sophisticated.
Whether you’ve got wavy, coarse, curly, fine, or straight hair, there’s definitely a cut out there for you. We spoke with Sanda Petrut, professional hairstylist at Maxine Salon in Chicago and Savannah St. Jean, owner of Savannah Rae Beauty, to find out the best short haircuts and styles for women over 50.
MEET THE EXPERT
• Sanda Petrut is a professional hairstylist based at Chicago’s Maxine Salon.
• Savannah St. Jean is a beauty expert and the owner of Savannah Rae Beauty in Miramar Beach, Florida.
“Short haircuts are low-maintenance and can be designed for any woman, regardless of her lifestyle, face shape, or hair texture and density,” says Petrut. “Chopping your hair can be liberating, and the right cut can complement the features you want to accentuate.”
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Pixie With Long Bangs
A sleeker take on the pixie cut features long, side-swept bangs, á la actress Viola Davis. This is especially flattering on those with finer hair types, as it draws attention to the hair density in the front.https://50ba8dd374fce6a3734c646bd41457e6.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html02of 50
Classic Pixie
One of the most classic short hairstyle options for women over 50, the pixie cut frames the face and can highlight your best features, as evidenced here on Mad Men actress Randee Heller. Except for the occasional trim, they’re relatively low-maintenance—you can wash and go, or quickly style it with a pomade.03of 50
Spiked Pixie
A spiked hairstyle like Angela Bassett’s is a fun way to change up your look. Soften it up by skipping the spikes and letting it fall naturally, or turn up the volume with a teasing brush and some hairspray. With this cut, there’s enough length to change your style day to day.
To style the look, St. Jean recommends a heavy, wax-based spray such as Kevin Murphy Touchable Spray Wax ($30) “This acts as a styling paste would, except it’s in a spray form, so its easier to control how much product you use,” she says. “Simply spray it in and spike your hair with your fingers.”04of 50
Textured Pixie
A textured pixie is an effortless style that’s super hip. The look seen here on Halle Berry is achievable with a shorter or longer cut—just use a little pomade to separate pieces of hair and add texture.05of 50
Mussed-Up Pixie
Ellen’s mussed-up, dirty blonde pixie gives off an effortless, cool look and feel. Keep it sleek by going over it with a straightener or finger-comb for a more textured style.06of 50
Edgy Pixie
The edgy pixie cut worn by Tyra Banks has no age limit—anyone can pull it off. Choppy bangs give this look an element of modern cool while complementary rocker accessories can complete the look.https://50ba8dd374fce6a3734c646bd41457e6.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html07of 50
Wavy Pixie
Many people with naturally curly hair like Toni Braxton turn to pixie cuts to rid their hair of extra weight and to lessen drying time. Style baby hairs to add some glam to the look.08of 50
Short, Subtle Layered Cut
Subtle layers add dimension to this go-to short haircut for older women, as seen on actress Emma Thompson. “Easy to style, the layers add lots of velvety texture while the bangs frame the eyes and accentuate cheekbones,” notes Petrut. St. Jean adds that a light, wax-based texturizing spray “will leave you with movement but will give the piecey look you are trying to achieve.” Try Kristin Ess Dry Finish Working Texture Spray ($14).
To use a texturizing spray, simply spray and tousle with your fingers to give your hair the definition you want.09of 50
Cropped Curls
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Vanessa Bell Calloway’s pixie afro is a timeless style. Curl mousse or cream works best to style this coiled look. Pair with a bold eye to take the look up another notch.10of 50
Long Pixie
Keeping layers longer can add volume to a pixie, which is ideal if you have fine hair like actress Nia Long.11of 50
Pixie With Long Side Bang
All eyes are on the long bangs with Kris Jenner’s pixie. Petrut notes that this is the easiest look to style and create texture, whether it’s modern and casual or something funkier. “This style works on straight, wavy, fine or thick hair,” she adds.12of 50
Pulled-Back Pixie
A modern take on the classic pixie, a pulled back version gives a sophisticated feel. The slight volume in the front is cool and edgy but not overly so. For added protection, spritz some hairspray to ensure it stays in place.13of 50
Pompadour
Janet Jackson’s short pompadour might look complicated, but it couldn’t be easier to pull off. “This cut has versatility and is low maintenance,” says Petrut. “It’s ideal for straight hair and it can be styled slicked back or blow-dried forward with a low part and sweeping bangs.”14of 50
Undercut
Tilda Swinton’s undercut-pompadour combo ups the ante and gives the classic style a modern twist. Relatively low-maintenance and easy to style, this look gives off “I woke up like this” vibes. A root powder such as Kevin Murphy Powder Puff Volumizing Powder ($28) can work wonders on a look like this, according to St. Jean. “Simply tap the powder into your roots and tousle your hair to add texture and volume where you need it.”15of 50
Short Cut With Soft Bangs
Soft bangs can freshen up even the dullest of haircuts, as they add lightness and dimension all at once. If you want to accentuate your eyes like Helen Mirren, opt for a cut that sweeps downward to draw instant attention.16of 50
Mussy Layered Look
J. Lo’s piecey ‘do is such an effortless look that works beautifully for both day and night, on a variety of ages and face shapes. The layers fall into place, and a middle-part keeps it polished.17of 50
Shag
Lisa Rinna’s shag is perfect for thick hair that has some natural wave. If highlights are your thing, they’ll definitely add extra dimension with this style. Or, instead of traditional highlights, opt for balayage.18of 50
Classic Bob
Both sophisticated and sleek, journalist Alina Cho’s classic bob makes a statement no matter your age. Change up the feel by curling your ends in, or keep the ends facing downward for a soft, feminine look.19of 50
Short Bob
For straight, fine hair, the short bob seen on actress Cicely Tyson is a fabulous choice at any age. It’s a length that naturally adds volume to straight hair. And, it can be switched up on the daily: A middle part keeps it sleek while a side part adds volume and takes the style from day to night.20of 50
Bob With Side-Swept Bangs
“This is a great haircut for women with different textures (straight, wavy, or curly), and different densities (ranging from fine to thick hair),” explains Petrut. “It offers lots of versatility—from conservative to messy—and it can also be flat ironed to accentuate the piecy-ness and texture at the ends.”
