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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Formal Short Straight
This bob hairdo is blow-waved smooth from root to tip showing off the jagged cut length with subtle layers also jagged cut through the sides and back to maintain a weightless finish. This simple do is best suited for those with fine to medium hair looking for a low-fuss hairdo for that is easy to manage with regular trims every 4-6 weeks.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Lori Loughlin
This fab style sits beautifully above the shoulders showing off the layers cut around the front to frame the jaw-line. The shape of this hairdo is great to frame a round face and will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain the style. This style is easy to re-create with a blow-wave.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: minutes -
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Jessica Lange
This medium length hairdo is dressed in waves and curls through the sides and back adding plenty of bounce and volume making it a great hairstyle to compliment a long face. This formal hairdo is easy to create at home with the right tools and is perfect for any special occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Brenda Strong
This formal hairstyle sits beautifully above the shoulders showing off the gorgeous waves added to the sides and back for shape and style. This look is easy to achieve with the right tools and products and perfect for any day or night 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 highlighted hairstyle is tapered in the head with the sides cut wispy to maintain a light and jagged look and feel. The top is teased to add height making a fab 'do to compliment a round face. The are smoothed to the side for a sexy finish.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Formal Short Straight
The back of this formal hairdo is tapered into the head, blending into the sides which is left long enough to be swept behind the ears. The top length is teased at the roots to achieve maximum height and lift making it a great hairdo to balance out a round face. This stunning hairstyle is perfect for any occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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NeNe Leakes
The back and sides of this slick and smooth 'do is tapered into the head blending into the top length which is left long enough to smooth down contouring the head beautifully. This 'do is great for those looking for a versatile look that is easy to style and manage with regular trims.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Kellie Pickler
This fun and fancy hairdo is dressed in waves and teased at the roots to add plenty of body and volume making it perfect to compliment a long face. This look is easy to re-create at home with the right tools and products. Regular trims is needed to maintain a healthy look and feel.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
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Nancy Lieberman
This highlighted hairstyle is blow-waved to add body and fullness making it a great 'do to compliment a long face. This is a great style for most ages and can be easily re-created at home with the right tools and products. The bangs are dressed to frame the top of the face and completes the over-all look magnificently.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Chelsea Kane
This stylish concave bob cut is blow-waved to sit beautifully framing the face and jaw-line perfectly.This is a great hairstyle for those with round face shapes looking for an easy-to-manage yet elegant 'do for any occasion. Regular trims is needed to maintain this shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
