Short haircuts are a revitalizing way to freshen up your look. Whether you’re opting in for a pixie cut, a bob cut or a tapered cut, short haircuts are a great way to simplify your daily morning routine by a landslide. Moreover, cutting your hair can represent a new start in your waking life while signaling a sense of inner power and dominance.
Now that fall is officially here, cutting your hair is a sign that you’re ready to embrace the fall season in confidence with a variety of options to suit various preferences, lifestyles and face shapes. One of the most iconic short hairstyles is the pixie cut, celebrated for its bold, chic appearance and low-maintenance nature. It’s a haircut that allows for customization, with variations in length and texture to cater to individual styles, and gives you the opportunity to show off more of your facial structure. Whether you opt for a short mohawk, a timeless bowl cut, a tapered style, a layered look or something spiky and textured, short haircuts offer a world of possibilities, allowing women to express their personality and style with confidence.
Ultimately, the beauty of short haircuts lies in their adaptability, making them a go-to option for those seeking a fresh and transformative look. Ahead are all of the best short haircuts we’re loving this season. Take a look, be inspired and see if there is one here to try for yourself.
Pixie Cut
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The pixie cut is a classic haircut that features short sides and a short back with slightly longer hair on top. It can be customized with different lengths and textures to suit your style. Pixie cuts are low-maintenance and are extremely versatile. As winter comes and, depending on location, people prepare for high winds and rain, the pixie cut may be what is in order to keep that hair in place and looking good.
Bob Cut
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A bob cut is a timeless short hairstyle that typically falls between the chin and the shoulders. Variations include the classic bob, inverted bob and asymmetrical bob. Bobs can be straight, wavy, or curly, depending on your preference.
Short Shag
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The short shag haircut incorporates layers and texture for an effortless everyday look. It’s a great choice if you want a stylish and edgy short haircut.
Undercut
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An undercut involves shaving or closely cropping the sides and back while leaving the top longer. It’s a bold and trendy choice that allows for creative styling on top.
Short Crop Cut
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The crop cut is very short and often includes faded sides and a faded back. It’s a modern and minimalist style that’s easy to maintain. This ease of maintenance may make the crop cut a go-to style for this winter season.
Short Mohawk or Faux Hawk
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Mohawk and faux hawk styles involve shorter sides and a longer strip of hair running down the center. They can be as bold or subtle as you like. Depending on the length and styling, these cuts are extremely versatile and work well on pixie short hair.
Bowl Cut
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The bowl cut features hair cut evenly around the head, typically just above the ears. It can be customized with variations in length and textures and most resembles the look of a bowl.
Tapered Cut
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A tapered cut involves gradually shorter hair from the top down to the neckline. It’s a versatile style that can be adapted to various lengths and textures from short to long hair.
Short Layered Cut
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Short layered hairstyles add movement and volume to your hair. Layers can be incorporated into different short haircut styles for added texture such as a short bob, a curly pixie or a bowl cut.
Spiky Cut
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This style involves cutting the hair short and styling it to create spikes or textured waves for a playful, edgy look.
Whichever look you go for this winter, or multiple looks throughout the season, one thing to keep in mind is just how empowering a new hairstyle can be for a woman. In many ways, it is a manifestation of the inner character of a person. Take a look at these hairstyles and more this winter; take control of your locks and do not shy away from change. Change can be great for the soul and a lift to the spirits.