Short hairstyles to inspire your next cut

SHORT HAIRSTYLES TO INSPIRE YOUR NEXT CUT

Let these chic short hairstyles be the inspiration for your next style transformation.

If you’re thinking of taking the plunge and chopping your locks, a new short haircut could give your look a refreshing lift. Versatile and totally on trend, short hair can revolutionise your look.

Make the most of it with our tips on how to style short hair. Radiate elegance with a super sleek cut, bring volume to your look with defined curls or keep it simple with a stylish updo.

Get inspiration on how to style short hair and discover our collection of clever ways with cropped locks.

Embrace a timeless cut and radiate the glamour of eras gone by. Add waves and curls to shoulder length dos for a touch of 50s elegance and instantly elevate your look to that of a silver screen siren. For tight curls use the ghd curve® creative curl wand, or if you want more of a wave, use the ghd platinum+ styler to sculpt your locks into a show-stopping shape.

Among all the short hairstyles for girls, this sleek, elegant and refined slicked-back look is bound to turn heads. Rock this on-trend look and let your bone structure and facial features steal the show. It’s easy to style with short hair and particularly suits those with an oval face. This sharp look also provides the opportunity to work your makeup magic. Go fierce and bold, being sure to really highlight those cheekbones with precision contouring.

Textured and perfectly suited to all hair types, there’s no shortage of styles to try if you opt for a layered bob. From straight and sleek to naturally tousled, this short hairstyle is a truly versatile cut. With the option to style it up or dress it down, a timeless layered bob lets you really experiment with your short hairstyle.

If you don’t have time to spend hours styling your hair, keep it simple and pull it back with this classic short hairstyle. A ponytail is easy to achieve with shorter locks, creating effortless glamour in moments. Just use an elasticated band and a touch of ghd smooth and finish serum to complete your look

Tip: Enhance your look with a cute accessory, go cute and classic with a bow, or add rings and chains through the top of your hairstyle and over the hair band for a more edgy finish.

A sharp, sleek bob is a super-cool short hairstyle for those wanting to make a statement. Straightforward and quick to style, it’s a low maintenance look that’ll work for any occasion. To achieve healthy, razor-sharp locks, use ghd straight & smooth spray and the ghd platinum+ styler to avoid any flyaways.

Add volume to your short hairstyle with a half up pinned back look. This style pulls the hair away from your face and can create extra height in your hair – perfect for rounder face shapes. Put a little extra bounce in your style with the ghd curve® classic curl tong. The barrel is specifically designed to create stunning lustrous curls, even on short hair.

Nothing says fun and flirtatious like sultry bouncing curls. Short curly hairstyles are ideal for those with a longer face as they sit so well on your cheekbones, creating texture and making your facial structure pop. To ensure your curls stay in place all day, prep your hair with the ghd curl hold spray and style with the ghd curve® classic curl tong.

Get ready to roar with a fabulous mane of twists and twirls. A show-stopping head of ringlets is a stunning curly short hairstyle. These tight coils will frame your cheekbones and highlight the jawbone, creating killer contours and making it perfect for those with a heart-shaped or long face

Short and most definitely sweet, a styled crop is a little longer than the pixie cut. Style it up to create something choppy and daring with a sassy edge, or straighten and sweep to one side for asymmetrical sleekness. Use a mist of ghd final fix hairspray to keep your short hairstyle in place.

Take short styles to a new level with our collection of how-to guides for short hair - curly or sleek, find the right look for your vibe with ghd.

RETRO WAVES

SLICKED BACK

LAYERED BOB

SIMPLE PONYTAIL

BLUNT STRAIGHT BOB

PIN BACK

CLASSIC CURLS

CORKSCREW CURLS

STYLED CROP

SHORT HAIRSTYLES