Short and sassy hairstyles

Short styles work wonders in accentuating smaller facial features. They look especially great on someone with an oval-shaped face, but not usually as well on those with wider cheekbones or prominent chins. And while certain haircuts, styles, and lengths often look better with certain face shapes, it isn't beyond reason to color outside of the lines if you want to try out a new look. Even the celebrities go beyond text book when it comes to trying a new style they absolutely love!

 

If you're considering a buzzed or cropped cut but you aren't 100 percent confident in the decision, consult your hairstylist for a professional opinion.

 

Bringing back the bob

Director of Salon Operations at Bellagio, Donna Foster, recommends the A-line bob for a short hairstyle

with pizzazz.

 

"Mrs. Victoria Beckham brought this back in style," she said.

 

The A-line bob features a daring cut that is longer in the front and tapered off to a shorter look in the back. The style can be gradual or dramatic, straight and tamed or rebellious.

 

The Ultimate urchin

"The most trendy haircut is 'a la garconne,' that is to say 'to have an urchin cut' like Jane Seberg's hairstyle, -- added the experts of Salon Maxime in Beverly Hills. "The sides and the nape are short while the top is a little longer and styled upward."

 

Audrey Hepburn, Mia Farrow, and Keira Knightley have successfully sported this style.

 

Styles like the stars

Hair with medium to thick texture typically works well with Halle Berry's style, especially when hair is wavy or curly. The style involves a razor cut with loose ends left to look like they are flying freely. Gel or your favorite styling product can help you achieve this look.

 

Another popular short cut is the pixie cut. This style is ultra short and often worn with hairs neatly in place. Natalie Portman rocked the pixie cut following her role in V Is for Vendetta. Portman actually had her shoulder-length hair shaved on the set for the movie.

 

"Keep it soft, keep it wispy, no heavy lines -- highlights / lowlights for texture and added dimension," said Hairapist Michael Blomsterberg, author of the book, Hairapy: Deeper than the Roots. "Tailor to their individual uniqueness: occupation, time spent doing hair, children, schedule, etc."

 

Curly cropped locks can be especially cute, particularly in the style of Meg Ryan. The tousled look works great in formal situations like weddings and special events, as well as on a casual basis, like a beach volleyball tourney.

 

Change it up

Julien Farel at Julien Farel salon on Madison Avenue suggests a short and sassy style with mega potential. After all, half the fun of a new haircut is getting to try many different styling techniques.

 

"Short hair works best when a woman is able to create a few different looks," he said. "She can cut asymmetrical bangs, keep her hair a bit longer on the neck, or let her hair go wavy. Short hair should be versatile enough to change on a whim."

 

In addition, keep a few attractive and functional barrettes on hand. Some great adornments for short hair include fancy bobby pins, clips, mini barrettes, mini scrunchies, colored rubber bands, and even hair jewels. Headbands are still all the rage, so don't be shy about showing off one that suits your fancy.

 

TIP: When you decide to make a dramatic change to your hairstyle, carefully consider the timing. In most cases, it is wise to avoid a dramatic makeover before a big event or photo session, for example, your wedding, prom, graduation, yearbook photos, etc. Experiment with the style when you have time to disguise it or grow it out if you find that you don't like it as much as you had hoped.

 

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The possibilities are endless

There is just something cool and sexy about shedding some of your length for a fun and flirty, shorter style. Even if you don't know exactly what you want your new hairdo to look like yet, getting a dramatic haircut can create the perfect change of pace. Some women opt for a fun new style upon the ending of a close relationship. Others may get the itch to change styles as the seasons turn. Still others may just get bored with their current hairstyle completely at random and opt for a change.

 

A new hairstyle -- cut or color -- can really give you a new sense of your own beauty and confidence. It is a sign of a new beginning, whether personally, professionally, or merely regarding your appearance. Whatever your motivation, follow that inspiration and prepare to have fun as the whole new you!

 

One last thing

Before you take the plunge, make sure you are comfortable with what your hair might look like once you chop it. Consider all possible outcomes and try to visualize yourself with that particular style. Put your hair back in a ponytail or pin it atop your head for a better visual. Additionally, some Web sites and even some salons offer services, software, or online applications to see what you would look like with a certain kind of hairstyle or color prior to going under the shears.

 

We hope you love your new style.