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 short pixie cut is great for all ages. The back and sides are tapered in to the head to maintain and neat edge right around. The top layers are jagged cut for easy styling which makes this short hairdo versatile. A little product is needed for hold and shine.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Jennie Garth Hairstyle
Short and simple is what this style is about. The back and sides are tapered blending into the top layers which are shaped down to to compliment the face for a smooth and glossy finish. Highlights are added to the top for contrast and completes the over-all style beautifully.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
Silky smooth is the main aim for this look. The back is cut to tickle the collar with layers blending into the top and sides to form this brilliant shape which is best suited for those with fine to medium straight hair. This style will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to maintain shape and avoid split ends.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Oblong, and Diamond
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
The back of this bob is tapered and cut close to the head to allow the weight-line of the bob to sit above the hairline. The sides are angled down to the jaw-line to show off the jagged cut edge which gives the style texture and shape. The two-toned color will definitely turn heads and need to be maintained every 4-6 weeks.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 20 minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
This short gorgeous 'do has uniform layers cut through the back, blending into the sides and back textured layers which gives this style plenty of height and shape. The bangs are smoothed over the side to soften the face and completes the over-all look perfectly.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 10 minutes -
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Jane Fonda Hairstyle
Jagged cut layers all over allows the flicks of this hairstyle to sit out perfectly to form this wonderful shape. This can easily be re-created on most hair types and will need strong hold product. This look is great for any special occasion and is best suited for those with long face shapes.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Salon Hairstyle
Well defined curls through the back and sides adds height, texture and shape to this golden mane. The bangs are smoothed over to one side for contrast and shows how versatile short curly can be. A combination of copper and gold tones all over completes this style fabulously.
Suitability Info
Face Shape: Round, Oval, Square, Heart, and Triangular
Styling Time: 30+ minutes -
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Mary J.Blige Hairstyle
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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Salon Hairstyle
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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Salon Hairstyle
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 -
