This year, elevate your hair game with a chop.
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No matter the reason or season, there’s always a case to make for short hair.
(Well, maybe leave that part to your stylist.)

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Here are the latest stunning short hairstyles to use as inspiration.
Flipped Ends
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This delightfully retro twist on the traditional bob bystylist Cherin Choiexudes fun.
Flip the ends for throwback fun, or straighten for another classic style.

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Angled Bob
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This angled bob byNine Zero One Salonis 100 percent classic and timeless.
No notes from us on this look.
French Bob
This chic cut by stylist Cherin Choi is elegant and reminiscent of old Hollywood.

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Trust us when we say youll be seeing a lot more of theFrench bobthis year.
They also give a fresh-from-summer vibe.
Flip the deep side part for extra lift.

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It’s a great way to freshen an already gorgeous style.
Chin-Length Bob With Fringe
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Thisstyle by Veronica Nunezis effortlessly chic.
She added soft waves for a tousled, laidback look.

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Keep it sleek with smoothing products.
Blunt Collarbone Bob
This might be the mostlow-maintenance cutin the bunch.
All one length and only slightly waved, it’s wearable as all get-out.

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Cropped Bob
Take your long bob up a few notcheser, inches.
This not-your-basic-bob cut majorly delivers in the volume department.
Fringed Lob
A lob always feels right for those who want short, but nottooshort.

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Add wispy bangs to keep things interesting.
It’s easy to get up and go with this cut.
Styling paste holds the look in place.

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Short Shag
Meet the cool girl cut of the year.
Nothing flatters a mane of curls like getting shaggy.
Rooty Stacked Bob
This is one of the most flattering angled bob cuts out there.

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Tousle it from one shadow-rooted part to the next per your fancy.
Blunt Chin Bob
Want superthick-looking ends?
Leave the layers at the door.

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A blunt bob is always in style.
Layering provides lift while also framing the face.
Subtle Stacked Bob
you might feign so much extra volume with the snip of some scissors.

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Stacked layers do a whole lot of magic on their own.
Cut bangs for overflowing, face-framing curls all over.
Classic Stacked Bob
you’re free to never go wrong with a classic.

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The stacked bob will always be here to stay.
Added texture gives this cut volume that’s unmatched.
It feels slightly nostalgic.

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Choppy Pixie
One superstylish pixie cut, coming right up.
you’re able to keep the top long to ensure you have plenty of styling potential.
Use volumizing spray to add extra oomph to a pixie cut.

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Spray at the roots, then flip hair upside down and blow-dry with a round brush to create lift.
Layered Shoulder Cut
When in doubt, go for long layers.
It’s a surefire way to freshen up any length.

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This style looks great at any length.
Add curtain bangs, and you’re set with a statement-making cut.
Fully Fringed Bob
Bring on the bang-heavy bob, c’mon.

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Slight layering gives blunt ends a less heavy appearance, especially on curls.
Sculpted Crop Cut
Play up your natural texturewhatever it may bewith acropped pixie cutthat styles itself.
Keep it longer on top for major versatility.

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Soft Curved Bob
We’re taking this retro short style all the way to the salon.
It curves into the jawline and collarbone in a most flattering way.
Layered Curls
Just because you’re going short doesn’t mean you have to go small.

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Let those curls go big or go home with a shoulder-grazing cut withallthe layers and volume.
Midi With Front Framing
Framing is a great option for added dimension and length in a hairstyle.
This cut bystylist Becky Millerplays the line of shorter hair with a whole lot of oomph.

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Piecey Pixie
Make a bold statement by cutting locks into a perfect ultra-short pixie.
Throw in some styling gel or pomade for all-day hold.
Shoulder-Grazing Layered Cut
Invest in a layered cut that makes the most out of every ringlet.

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For a little something extra, ask for wispy bangs.
When pulled back, slick them back or leave them out.
Subtle Straight Shag
We’ve all seen our share of curly shags andlong textured shagsrecently.

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This take bystylist Sal Salcedois perfect for straight-haired gals who want to give their mane a dose of cool.
Pumped-Up Curly Pixie
Tight curls are made for a fun cropped cut.
Get gravity-defying height by shaping your curly mane longer on top.

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Mid-Cut With Concave Layers
Concave layers achieve a whole lot of movement in a cut.
We love how this look bystylist Tim Duenasbrings all the focus right to her face.
Thick Curly Bob
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This look istres chic.

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Slight graduation in the back of the cut leads to one length framing the face perfectly.
The curls and longer layers provide plenty of styling options.
Textured Bob
Ask your stylist for interior layers for additional movement in your short cut.

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They’ll add lift while reducing bulk.
Short Hair Long Fringe
Move over cropped bangs, there’s a new look in town.
This is the cut for easy, effortless style.

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They also help define curls and give them more bounce.
This sleek look is a classic.
Curtained Bob
When sporting a short cut, the line is thin between face-framing layers and bangs.

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Why not embrace a longcurtain bangthat does both?
Layers give it lots of movement without sacrificing length.
Use texture spray to enhance your natural strands.

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Textured Crop Cut
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Curls frame the face in the most flattering way.
Keep acenter part, and ask for piecey bangs.
Angled Textured Bob
This isn’t your typical bob.

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The angled front ends give it extra personality.
Ask for longer length in the front, but not too stacked in the back.
Curly Pixie
Curls give dimension to a pixie cut.

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If you get the urge to go ultra-short, you might try it no matter your texture.
Add a little curl to give them texture.
Shaggy Lob Cut
Refresh curls by adding bangs and layers.

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This retroshag cutis perfect for those who want both.
This low-maintenance cut needs little work to look completely put together.
You’ll be rewarded with ultra volume.

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Stacked Short Bob
Flat hair doesn’t have to stay that way.
Side-swept bangs bring it all together.
Low-Maintenance Lob
You don’t need layers to have personality.

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This one-length long bob makes the most of natural texture.
Wear it straight or add texture for an edgy look.
Play up natural curls with layers, bangs, and a little sass.

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All-over layers make this cut easy to maintain.
Ask for this look to boost fine hair.
Gray Bob
Layering gives a traditional bob a stacked look and adds volume and movement.

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A bob haircut helps make the texture ofgray hairmore manageable.
Styling couldn’t be easier.
Sweep hair to the side for an easy, sleek look, or add texturizing products for party power.

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Many greatshort hairstyles for women over 60are stylish, elegant, and easy to fit into your lifestyle.
A short hairstyle can instantly revitalize your look at any age.
Whatever the length, a well-styled and healthy haircut can make you look younger.

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