Alternative Short Hairstyles
Alternative short hairstyles are unusual, daring, bright, fun, avante-garde, geometric and exaggerated hairstyles that are above the jawline in length.
Anything goes really with alternative short hairstyles but that doesn't mean you should attempt to create a alternative short hairstyle yourself. Even if you're going for something a little crazy and out there, it's a good idea to consult your hairstylist first.
Alternative hairstyles are a great way to feel a little more daring and creative. An alternative short hairstyle will generally be a little easier to manage and style... but remember: if you're going from long to short it's going to be a more drastic change.
Hairstyle Textures
Below are the available hairstyle textures for Alternative Short Hairstyles. Click on the buttons below to see the specific hairdos for each texture.
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Diablo Cody Hairstyle
Diablo turned heads with her short and sweet pixie 'do. Her hairstyle is uniform cut all over for balance and easy maintenance. This style is perfect for those always on the run and don't have the time to style long locks.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Ellen DeGeneres Hairstyle
Short and sassy was the main aim for Ellen's hairstyle. Jagged cut layers all over gives this look shape and a textured finish. A little wax or moulding gum is all that is needed to style this 'do.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
This highlighted hairdo is tapered into the head around the back and sides for shape, smoothed down through the front to compliment the face, while the crown is teased and spiked up and out for texture. This look is best suited for the brave and needs product for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
Wispy layers cut all around the edges of this hairstyle gives it a fun flirty finish. The jagged cut bangs frames the top of the face perfectly while the amazing color work completes the look brilliantly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
Fun and fancy is what this hairstyle is about. The back layers jagged cut and thinned for a wispy effect while the top layers are sliced and cut shorter at the crown for height. The magnificent use of color makes this 'do stand out in any crowd and completes it stylishly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
This stylish 'do has a combination of short to medium layers which creates shape and definition to compliment round face shapes. The stunning use of color adds the "wow" factor and completes this style beautifully.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, Diamond, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
The back of this hairstyle is tapered short into the neck to contour the back of the head. The top layers are jagged cut to enhance the two tone look which completed this hairstyle perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, Diamond, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
This style is cut short on side leaving the opposite side longer to achieve an asymmetric look and feel. This look is best suited for those with fine to medium hair and needs regular trims every4-6 weeks to maintain style.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Eve Hairstyle
Eve turned heads at the launch party for the new BlackBerry Bold with her flamboyant hairstyle. Her mane was styled over to one side to achieve an asymmetrical look and shape. A magnificent use of color made her stand out from the crowd.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Fantasia Barrino Hairstyle
Fantasia Barrino's hairstyle blended in with the red carpet at the "American Idol" Season 7 Grand Finale. Not only was her color a head turner, but the style was definitely noticed with its asymmetric shape. To achieve the look, one side was cut short to above the jaw line while the opposite side was cut long and wispy to tickle the shoulder. This is a wild style and is definitely not for the faint hearted.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
