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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Mary J.Blige
This short golden bob is tapered into the back of the neck to allow the top and side layers to fall flat and contour the head for a glossy finish. A combination and high and low-lights are added all over for texture and completes the over-all style beautifully.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
Smooth and glossy is the main idea for this solid look. The ends are blunt cut right around the perimeter to maintain a crisp edge which makes it easy to manage. Highlights are added for contrast and completes the over-all style perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
The back of this fancy 'do is tapered into the back of the head and the side allowing the to to fall flat to contour the head while the crown adds life and height to form this great shape. This smooth look is easy to re-create with a blow-dry and will be perfect for any occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Formal Short Wavy
The uniform layers cut all through this mane allows bounce and movement through the back which makes this a fun and flirty style and will compliment a long face shape perfectly. The bangs are slicked down and worn over to one side and shows how versatile short hair can be.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Formal Short Wavy
This fun and flirty look is great for those with fine hair looking for a stylish 'do to compliment a long face shape. This magnificent blonde mane has highlights added all over for contrast and completes the over-all style beautifully.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Formal Short Curly
Uniform layers cut all through the back, sides and top of this fun 'do balances out the body and and movement which is best suited for those with long face shapes. This hot copper look is easy to achieve with a curling iron and will need product for hold.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Jennifer Nettles
A combination of of short to medium layers cut all through the sides and back gives this short hairstyle plenty of movement for a fun and flirty finish. This hairstyle is great for those looking for a fancy 'do for that special day or night out.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
Choppy layers cut all through the back, sides and top give this fun and flirty look and textured finish. This wispy 'do will need a little wax or moulding cream to style and regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain style.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Formal Short Curly
Medium to long long layers cut around the sides and back of this golden bob enhances the curls which encourages bounce and body to make this elegant style best suited for those with long face shapes. This is easy to re-create with a curling iron and is great for any occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
The back of this hairstyle is tapered into the neck with uniform layers cut around the sides and top to from this well balanced shape. This is great for those looking for a easy yet stylish 'do and will be great for any day or night occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
