Formal Short Straight Hairstyles

A formal short straight hairstyle can best be described as neat and tidy, structured, in place and tailored. These hairstyles could be worn to special occasions such as weddings, proms or any important exclusive nights out. They include top-heavy one length looks, sliced razor-cuts, short layered styles, pixies, crops and precision cuts. Formal short straight hairstyles are still relatively quick to create, but they can require some effort. Styling products are used to aid and assist shape and durability of the style and add extra body. Other styling aids such as ceramic irons can be used to help straighten and achieve extra body and hold.

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Mariska Hargitay

Mariska turned heads with this creative hairdo. Her chin length cut is styled up and back to reveal her sexy neckline. The top is teased to create height at the crown, and the top layers have been left smooth to show contrast and sex appeal. This is a fantastic hairstyle for any special occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, Diamond, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Selma Blair

This was a new look for Selma Blair at the world premiere of Hell Boy II: The Golden Army. Usually she's got a short crop, but now that's grown into a classic bob that sits nicely at her jaw line. Slight layering through the ends added shape and lightened the edges, and her blunt bangs (worn to the side) framed the top of her face perfectly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Heart, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This is a simple yet magnificent style perfect for those wanting an easy to manage 'do. The back and sides are jagged cut and layered up to blend in with the top layers. The bangs are jagged cut to frame the top of the face and finish off this look beautifully.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This is a fun hairstyle with plenty of short layers through the top to give this look height and texture. The edges are cut to sit at the jaw-line for a clean and crisp finish. The bangs are jagged cut to blend in with the top layers and can be worn as a frame to the top of the face.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This is a funky style which takes no time to style so it's perfect for those busy people. The back and sides are tapered into the head to sit flat. The top layers are textured for style and definition. The bangs are jagged cut to soften the forehead and completed this style perfectly.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This ritzy do has smooth layers with and roughed up edges to create contrast to this look. The back is layered down from the crown to finish with a blunt edge at the nape. The side layers have been left longer and jagged-cut for a radical finish.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This graduated look sits perfectly to contour the head and and create volume at the crown. The back is blunt cut at the length with layers cut up to the crown then shaping down to the front. The sides are cut down to angle towards the chin-line. A splendid finish to a stylish'do.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This is a full-bodied look that is great for those with fine hair wanting more fullness and volume. The back is graduated to create shape and contour the head, and the sides are angled and wispy. This is a perfect style for any occasion.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, Diamond, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes
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Formal Short Straight

Two words sum this style up: short and sexy. It's an easy look to re-create with just a little product, and it's perfect for those who don't have time to fuss around with hair brushes. The back is cut very short for a balanced look, and the sides are also cut short to blend in with the textured top layers.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes
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Formal Short Straight

This is a sleek look with funked-up edges and heavy bangs framing the top of the face. It's perfect for those with naturally fine to medium hair. The back has razor-cut layers down to the nape for balance and shape, and the sides are also razor cut, creating a textured look and wispy finish at the front.

Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes