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Has anyone told you that styling short hair is a challenge? If yes, you are not alone. But there are several easy everyday hairstyles for short hair you can try!
When I cut my long layers into a graduated bob, my friends were startled and wondered how I’d ever style it.
Adding more conversations to their curiosity, I started styling my bob differently to college every day.
I believe that life is too short for boring hair days, and having short hair for me, merely meant having fun hair days ahead.
So, here are my top easy everyday hairstyles for short hair that’ll make you want to get creative with your tresses.
- #1 – Twisted half ponytail updo
- #2 – Half-up twist updo
- #3 – Bouffant style updo
- #4 – Triple twisted buns updo
- #5 – Beach waves updo
- #6 – Half criss and cross updo
- #7 – Pull-through braid
- #8 – Side braid updo
- #9 – Classic half top knot look
- #10. Messy bun updo
Easy Everyday Hairstyles For Short Hair 2023
#1 – Twisted half ponytail updo
This is a great style that can be achieved with very little effort, if you are going somewhere nice make this everyday short hairstyle look a bit fancier by adding in a cute accessory.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Bobby pins
- Accessories (Optional)
- Elastic bands
- Comb
How to create this style
- Prep your hair up for styling, detangle and comb it
- Split the top half of your hair and part it into two side sections
- Take the divided section separately and twist them together. What you need here are well-defined twists on both the sides
- Every time you twist your hair, drop the bottom section and pick up a new section of your hair.
- Secure the twisted section at the back of your head with bobby pins
- Follow the same steps on the other side.
- Now take some hair from right under the first twisted braid, divide it in two, and make it into a twisted braid exactly the same way.
- Tie it with an elastic band
- Follow the same steps on the other side.
- Finally, get all the four twists together and you are ready to flaunt your new style.
#2 – Half-up twist updo
An everyday style is called so because of the minimal time and effort it takes to create the hairstyle. A half-up twist is a perfect style if you are running late yet want your hair to look pretty.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Elastic bands
- Comb
How to create this style
- Comb your hair through to detangle
- Take one side section of your hair from the left and twist it
- Take another section of your hair from the right and repeat the same
- Now get both the sections together and secure them with an elastic band.
#3 – Bouffant style updo
Sometimes a versatile hairstyle is all you need to seize your day. This classy bouffant look is so easy to create, that you’ll amaze yourself when it’s done.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Bobby pins
- Comb
- Teasing brush
- Straightening iron
- Blow dryer
How to create this style
- Comb your hair through and prep it up for styling
- Section your hair and straighten it up
- Take the crown section of your hair and tease it with a brush to gain that voluminous bouffant look.
- Now twist the crown section of hair from behind, while forming the bouffant in the front
- Secure all the hair at the back with your bobby pins
- Comb the remaining hair downwards and there, you got an elegant bouffant.
#4 – Triple twisted buns updo
Are you planning to go somewhere fun? Then this triple twisted bun hairstyle will give you a quirky edge along with the comfort required for the day.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Comb
- Elastic bands
- Bobby pins
- Hairspray
How to create this style
- Prep your hair by detangling it with a comb
- Section your hair into three equal sections from behind
- Make a low ponytail of each section using elastic bands.
- Twist each ponytail around itself to form a small bun.
- Use a hairpin if needed to secure the buns in place.
- Set them with a hairspray of your choice
#5 – Beach waves updo
Beach waves on short hair are such a tropical thing! Attaining those gorgeous loose waves is not a challenge at all, especially when you have short hair.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Dry shampoo
- Hair spray for heat protection
- Comb
- Curling iron
How to create this style
- Use a comb to detangle your hair
- Part your hair as usual and apply a heat protectant spray
- Now section your hair and start curling it using your curling iron.
- Swirl your hair in big sections, while leaving out the edges up to an inch. Here you can take bigger sections to achieve looser waves.
- Use your curling iron at an angle for 3-4 seconds before taking it off.
- Now use some dry shampoo on your scalp and massage it around to add volume and texture to your beach waves.
#6 – Half criss and cross updo
Sometimes the best hairstyles are the simplest. The ease of creating this half criss and cross updo is the reason why most of us love it.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Comb
- Elastic bands
- Bobby pins
How to create this style
- Comb to make your hair tangle-free
- Now take a one-inch wisp of hair on both sides of your center part
- Then twist each of them tightly, while leaving out the ends
- Cross the twists at the back of your head
- Hold the last bit and secure it with your bobby pins
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#7 – Pull-through braid
A style like this is sure to bring you compliments. Although this pull-through braid style looks like it’s a lot of work, creating this hairstyle with short hair is pretty simple.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Comb
- Elastic bands
How to create this style
- Prep your hair by detangling it with a comb
- Grab some hair from the top of your head and tie it in a ponytail.
- Now below the first ponytail take some hair from both sides and wrap it into another ponytail.
- Section the first ponytail in half while holding up the second ponytail, using an elastic band to tie both the halves of the first ponytail below the second one.
- Make another ponytail under the second ponytail.
- Section the second ponytail in two while holding the next ponytail up.
- Tie both the sections using an elastic band.
- From the second ponytail below the newest one, now add hair from the sides to the sections of the second ponytail and secure them.
- Follow the previous two steps till you reach the end.
- Finally, secure the end of the pull-through braid with an elastic band and you are good to go.
#8 – Side braid updo
Creating the side braid updo is not a task at all! This super intricate style is definitely an eye-turner. A style like this can blend in for a casual chic look or even an elegant look for the evenings.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Bobby pins
- Comb
- Elastic bands
How to create this style
- Comb your hair through and prep it up for styling
- Section your hair in the front to create a braid
- Leaving the front side section, tie up the rest of your hair.
- Now start braiding the front section of your hair as a dutch braid.
- Keep braiding your hair till the end and secure it with bobby pins.
- Pull the braid’s side section to give it texture and volume.
- Let the remaining hair out of the band
- For an elite evening look, you could even tie the remaining hair into a small bun to finish the side braid updo look.
#9 – Classic half top knot look
Good hairstyles can make you rule the world, and this half-up knot look will give you all the confidence in the world to slay the day.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Bobby pins
- Hairspray
- Elastic bands
- Brush
How to create this style
- Prep your hair up, detangle if needed.
- Part your hair, begin with a section of hair from the front of your head.
- Now take the same section of hair up and twist it like a knot.
- Wrap the hair around itself and make it into a bun.
- Make the bun stay in place with a band and bobby pins if required.
- Hand comb the hair around the bun and scrunch it
- Add a texturing hair spray to hold the look in place.
#10. Messy bun updo
This chic updo is an absolute favorite when it comes to the comfort this style gives. A messy bun can be done in many ways, one of which is this.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Comb
- Hairspray
- Elastic bands
How to create this style
- Detangle your hair with a comb and prep up.
- Section the back of your hair into three sections
- Take all three sections and start braiding until the end
- Secure the end with an elastic band
- Now roll and twist the braid into a bun and secure it in place with bobby pins.
#11 – Ear knots or double buns
The double bun updo screams fun, this is a great updo to adorn while going on a road trip or a crazy friend’s bachelorette party.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Comb
- Bobby pins
- Elastic bands
How to create this style
- Start with detangling your hair
- Part your hair into two sections
- Take the hair from one side and roll it to form a bun-like knot.
- Secure the knot with elastic band and bobby pins if needed
- Repeat the same steps on the other side and your cute ear knot style is ready for selfies.
#12 – Low Ponytail
This is a very easy hairstyle to create and that’s what I love about it! You can just grab a scrunchie and tie up your hair and be good to go. You can create this hairstyle with short curly hair or short straight hair and it won’t take you a difference in opinion.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Bobby pins
- Tiny scrunchie
How to create this style
- Use a comb to detangle your hair
- Brush your hair and apply a leave-in conditioner if you want a neat look
- Gather the hair at the end of your head and tie it up in a scrunchie
#13 – Short Reverse Braid Hairstyle
If you have slightly longer short hair (this means about shoulder length hair) you can try out braids. I find these upside down braids very cool. These help keep your short hair out of your face and keep you looking good when you’re playing a sport or if you’re at the gym for example.
You can try different type of braids including fishtail braids, 3-hand braids, etc. I start off with a normal 3-side braid and then I pull it a bit apart to get volume.
Things you’ll need to create this style
- Bobby pins
- Tiny scrunchie
- Rubber bands
- Rattail comb
How to create this style
- Use a comb to detangle your hair
- Brush your hair and apply leave-in conditioner for serum as desired.
- Put your head upside down and then start braiding at the nape of your neck and start braiding upwards
- Tie it up with a tiny scrunchie and then pull the braids apart a bit to get some volume
#14 – Textured Pixie
Things you’ll need: Texturizing spray, hair wax or pomade.
How to create:
- Apply texturizing spray to add volume and texture to your hair.
- Use a small amount of hair wax or pomade to define and piece out your layers.
- Use your fingers to tousle and style your hair for a textured and effortless look.
#15 – Side Swept Bangs
Things you’ll need: Flat iron or curling iron.
How to create:
- Part your hair to the side.
- Use a flat iron or curling iron to add a gentle bend to your bangs, sweeping them to one side.
- Finish with a light hairspray to hold the style in place.
#16 – Braided Crown
Things you’ll need: Clear elastic bands, bobby pins, hairspray.
How to create:
- Part your hair down the middle and separate it into two sections.
- Braid each section from the front to the back and secure with clear elastic bands.
- Wrap one braid around the crown of your head and secure with bobby pins.
- Repeat with the other braid, tucking the ends under the first braid.
- Set the style with a light mist of hairspray.
The styles listed above are truly simple, yet amazing to flaunt and feel stylish.
Choose a style according to your occasion and jazz it up a little by adding accessories, scarfs, hair clips, or bandanas that bring out your vibrant personality.
Do you know any interesting styles that I haven’t listed in this article?
Tell me in the comments and I’d be happy to try it.
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