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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Olivia Munn
This fancy 'do is cut to the jaw-line and has waves added to the ends for shape which is perfect for any special occasion. This bob shaped 'do is versatile and can be easily re-created with the right tools and products. Regular trims is needed to maintain style and to prevent split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
The back of this short and smooth hairstyle is tapered into the neck and sides while the top is left longer and swept over to one giving the over-all shape an asymmetric look and feel. This two-toned hairdo is easy to maintain with regular trims and will need product for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Shirley Strawberry
This is a short and fancy 'do tapered into the back and sides of the head with jagged cut layers through the top for easy shape and easy styling. This short shaggy 'do is easy to maintain with regular trims every 4-6 weeks and will need a little product for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Viola Davis
This tapered hairstyle sits perfectly to frame the face to compliment the jaw-line and bring out the best facial features. The bangs are swept to the side to soften the top of the face and completes the over-all look brilliantly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Katherine Jackson
Body and boost is the main aim for this look. The uniform layers cut all around the back and sides allow the curls added allover to give the over-all style a well balanced look and feel. This hairstyle can be re-created with hot rollers and will need product for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Rachael Harris
This short layered hairstyle is teased at the roots adding height and lift at the crown which makes it best suited for those with round face shapes. This golden blonde hairstyle is easy to re-create with a blow-wave and a little product for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Kellie Pickler
This concave bob is worn behind the ear exposing the best features of the face. The crown is teased a little to add height and lift which makes it best suited for those with round face shapes looking for a simple yet stylish do to compliment their face.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
This short bob is blunt cut above the jaw-line and tapered into the head through the back to create this simple yet smooth and sexy shape. This is best suited for those with fine to medium hair and will need regular trims to maintain style and prevent split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
The back and sides of this short highlighted hairstyle is tapered into the head to achieve maximum shape, blending into the top sliced layers which contour the head for a brilliant finish. Only a little product is need for hold and shine and regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain shape and style.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Selita Ebanks
This short and elegant look is blow-waved beautifully adding height and shape through the top which makes it best suited for those with round face shapes. This is easy to achieve on most hair types and will need strong hold product to allow it last all day.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
