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.
-
1 view
Penelope Ann Miller Hairstyle
This short light blonde hairdo is curled from root to tip adding plenty of movement and shape best suited for those looking for a formal hairstyle to frame a long face. This hairdo will need time and product to re-create and regular trims every 4-6 weeks to prevent split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
-
2 views
Meagan Good Hairstyle
If you're looking for a hairstyle to wow crowds and onlookers, then this might be one for you. The back and one side is cut short and close to the head, leaving the top and opposite side longer with layers for texture and shape for a an asymmetric finish. This fantastic 'do is great to frame a long face and will need regular trims to maintain shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
-
2 views
Milla Jovovich Hairstyle
Milla's short locks are styled into waves through the back and sides for the 84th Annual Academy Awards. This gorgeous hairdo is easy to re-create with the right tools and products and is great to complement a long face. Product is needed for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
-
1 view
Whitney Houston Hairstyle
This golden brown hairdo is cut in uniform layers all over to balance out the body and bounce of the curls that gives this formal hairdo plenty of shape and fullness. This look is easy to re-create with the right tools and products and will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain shape.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
-
1 view
Sharon Osbourne Hairstyle
This short red hairdo is tapered into the head through the back and sides and jagged cut through the top to allow height and lift making this red hot style best suited for those with round face shapes. This look is easy to re-create at home with a blow-wave and will need a little product or hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
-
-
1 view
Madonna Hairstyle
This short and fancy hairdo as dressed in soft waves giving it a classic look and feel great for any special occasion. This is easy to re-create with a blow-wave or hot rollers and will need product for hold and shine. Those with long face shapes will benefit the most with this style.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
-
1 view
Penelope Ann Miller Hairstyle
This short and formal hairdo is set in rollers then dressed out to form this classic hairstyle perfect to complement any long face. Product is needed for hold and shine and regular trims every 4-6 weeks to prevent split ends. This hairstyle is great for any formal day or night occasion.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
-
2 views
Viola Davis Hairstyle
The back and sides of this short 'do are tapered into the head for shape and style, blending into the top layers that are worn flat to contour the head for a smooth and classic finish. This look is easy to re-create and will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain shape and style.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
-
1 view
Janet McTeer Hairstyle
Waves are added to the mid-lengths to ends of this short mane to give this style movement and shape great for any occasion. This is easy to re-create by blow-drying the hair with a small round brush. A little product is needed for hold and shine as well as regular trims to prevent split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30 minutes -
-
2 views
Viola Davis Hairstyle
The back and sides of this short 'do are cropped short and tapered into the head for shape, blending into the top jagged cut layers which is left long enough to wear flat contouring the head for a neat and tidy finish. This short hairstyle is versatile enough to be worn many ways depending on the occasion and the mood.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
