Flip Through 44 Short Hairstyles Perfect for Thick Hair
Flip Through 44 Short Hairstyles Perfect for Thick Hair
With summer finally upon us, the thought of chopping all your hair off has probably crossed your mind at least 10 times. I don’t blame you, I go through the same struggle every year. You've worked to grow out your hair for as long as you can remember, but with the sun beating down and your back and neck getting sweatier by the second, you’re ready to ditch the feeling of your locks velcro-ing themselves to your skin.
If you’re thinking of taking scissors to your thick hair, celebrity hairstylist Glen Coco—who regularly stylesmodels like Chrissy Teigen, Jasmine Tookes, Olivia Culpo, Josephine Skriver, and many more—has a few tips for you.
“For thick hair, short hair styles should really feel bouncy with not too much weight to it to make it feel really effortless,” says Coco. “Be sure to ask your hair stylist to take out weight in bulky areas, [and] add face framing layers if you feel like you need shorter hair around the face.” Though wigs are definitely an option if you’re not quite ready to commit, Coco says to keep in mind that thick wigs can often look bulky, and it’s usually just better to take the plunge and go for it.
Here are some inspiration photos for you to bring in on your next trip to the salon. Happy chopping!
Flipped
Give your blunt bob a (literal) flare by flipping out the ends. You’ll get the retro look in the cutest way.
Side Bangs
Short hair can perfectly frame a round face with sweeping side bangs and some natural-looking waves.
Choppy Bangs
Constance Wu proves perfection is overrated—her honey-colored, purposefully uneven bangs look stylish without trying.
Wispy Bangs
These fringey eyelash-length bangs make this short haircut even more swoon-worthy.
Half-Up
Make your thick hair more manageable for day-to-day activities by putting it into a half-pony with a deep side part and volume at the crown.
Top Knot
This topknot on Kiki Layne instantly makes you look put-together. The super precise bangs—not a hair out of place—add some edge.
Loose Curls
You can’t go wrong with big, loose curls and a perfectly centered middle part.
Wet Look
Here's proof the wet look works on different textures. Natural waves look super glossy, shiny, and ready for business.
Retro
Curl and tuck your short hair to get this throwback ballooning style.
Brushed Out
You can add some volume to your roots and part your hair deep to the side to get these fun, teased up ‘80s-inspired curls.
High Pony
Having short hair doesn’t mean that you can’t rock a perky ponytail. Play up the retro vibes with a giant scrunchie and flip out the ends with your straightener.
Ear Tuck
Adrianna Lima seriously knows how to rock a long wavy bob. One side is tucked behind her ear to show off more of her glowing makeup.
Curly Mane
Big, bouncy, natural hair is always a good idea, and this fun cut perfectly frames Bianca Renee’s oval-shaped face.
Silk Scarf
Short hair may look stubby in a low ponytail but, as Gemma Chan demonstrates, a silk scarf instantly dresses the style up.
Messy Curls
Tight, curly texture looks even better when it’s styled in a choppy, layered cut.
The Momager
Thick hair looks even better in a fringe-y pixie cut with choppy layers and some deep side bangs.
Blunt Cut
A super straight shoulder-length cut flatters every face shape.
Curly Bangs
For girls with medium-textured curly hair, this bob that ends just at the earlobe is perfectly paired with some short bangs.
Perfectly Messy
All you need to achieve this easy-going hairstyle is a little bit of texture spray and your fingers.
The Dora
Dora The Explorer, but make her sophisticated. The ends of this bob perfectly line up with the corners of the model’s lips to frame her face and make her eyes stand out.
Flipped and Tousled
Use a 1-?-inch curling iron and a handful of texturizing pomade to get these loose, messy curls. The longer bob length and imperfect side part make this hairstyle look relaxed and carefree.
Snap Clips
Lean into the snap clip and barrette trend of late and wear them all at once like Bebe Rexha. It instantly dresses up your average sleek bob.
French Twist
A deep, messy side part and classic french twist looks elegant for an evening event.
Almost-Buzzcut
Katy Perry is a chameleon when it comes to her hairstyles, but she keeps coming back to this choppy pixie cut. Ask for heavy layers, shorter sides, and some fringe at the top to emulate her look.
Pink Buzzcut
If you’re going for short, go real short. This buzzcut shows off the model’s natural texture, and the pink color is a youthful addition for the summer season.
Classic
Go simple and classic with a blunt cut. Flip the ends inward with a straightener for a chicer twist.
Sunkissed
You, too, can look like a JLo-inspired bombshell with a short chin-length bob. Play with your hair’s natural waves and add some texturizing product to get this fun look.
Asymmetrical
Do redheads have more fun? Jessica Chastain is rocking some serious Jessica-Rabbit-got-a-haircut vibes with the swoopy curls and deep side part.
Tight Ringlets
Nothing can top thick, tight curls and some face-framing layers. Plus, the highlights make Jasmine Sanders’ face look even more radiant.
Black Bow
Dress up your classic chignon with a ladylike black velvet bow like Christina Hendricks.
Futuristic
This ultra-straight, ultra-flat hairstyle gives Xtina a very futuristic look. Ask for the stylist with the steadiest hands to get this super blunt cut.
Afro
Get super defined coils by twisting each curl with your hands using a bit of gel—if you've got longer hair pin up some curls for a shorter-looking, afro shape.
Wet Look
Give your thick, short hair some wet texture by gelling it back and letting the ends stay loose.
It's summer, chop it all off.