Formal Short Hairstyles
A formal short 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, precision cuts, soft curls and waves.
Formal short hairstyles are still relatively quick to create, but they can require some effort depending on the hair's texture. Styling products are used to aid and assist shape and durability of the style and add extra body. Other styling aids such as Velcro rollers, hot rollers and heat appliances such as curling tongs and ceramic irons can be used to help achieve extra body and hold, and create curls or waves.
Short hair is always quick and easy to manage and generally healthier on the actual hair. A short hairstyle can be changed simply by adjusting the styling technique.
Hairstyle Textures
Below are the available hairstyle textures for Formal Short Hairstyles. Click on the buttons below to see the specific hairdos for each texture.
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Salon Hairstyle
This gorgeous hairstyle is tapered into the nape through the back, blending into the textured layers through the top and sides which creates this magnificent shape best suited to compliment a round face shape. The brilliant use the two-tone color technique adds life to the over-all look and completes the hairstyle perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Cate Blanchett Hairstyle
This short fancy hairdo is graduated up the back to allow the sides and top to fall over the ears to show how versatile short hair can be. This hairstyle will need regular trims for easy maintenance and to keep the shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Square
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Carey Mulligan Hairstyle
The sides and back of this fabulous short 'do are tapered into the head to keep it neat and tidy around the edges, while the top layers are cut to contour the head for a smooth and simple finish. This hairstyle will need regular trims to maintain the shape and needs little product to style.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Heart
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Dorothy Hamill Hairstyle
Short and simple is the main aim for this hairstyle. The back is tapered into the neck and the sides into the head for a clean finish to the edges. The top layers are cut to contour the head with bangs to hang down on to the forehead for a soft finish to the front.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, Heart, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
The dazzling waves in this hairstyle is enough to make any head turn. Combined with the slick bangs, this fabulous 'do is perfect for any day or night out on the town.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Glenn Close Hairstyle
Uniform layers cut around the back and sides allows the textured ends to flick out softly for a stunning finish. The top layers are also jagged cut to create height and movement to complete the over all shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Marla Gibbs Hairstyle
This classic look is layered all through the sides, back and top to achieve volume and fullness all over. This is best suited for those for the mature women looking for glamorous do to impress others. The two tone color technique is used to create color contrast and completes the hairstyle perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Gayle King Hairstyle
This sassy hairstyle has uniform layers cut all around the back and sides to maintain a well balanced look which is best suited for those long face shapes. Jagged cut bangs sit to frame the face and completes the look brilliantly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Lorna Luft Hairstyle
Short and simple is the main for this stunning 'do. The back is tapered into the neck with layers cut up to the crown and sides to add shape and for easy maintenance. Jagged cut bangs are added to frame the top of the face and completes the look perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Tippi Hedren Hairstyle
This gorgeous 'do has a combination of short to long layers cut all over to create a full bodied hairstyle which is great for those looking for a look to balance out a narrow face shape. This will be easy to maintain with regular trims and is perfect for any occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
