50 Super Sexy Hairstyles For Black Women With Short Hair
1. Crowned Afro
If you are blessed with a regal afro, you need to utilize it to take your hairstyle to the next level. A crowned braid on an afro is an elegant hairstyle that takes only a few minutes to perfect. You can elevate this look by coloring your ‘fro a sunny yellow shade. What You Need
Rat-tail comb Hair pick Hair elastic Bobby pins Hair cream
How To Style
2. Pixie With Bangs
A pixie with bangs offers an ever-so-versatile feminine look to you for any occasion. It also refreshes your look like no other hairstyle. If Rihanna is the one who inspired you to chop off your hair, this is the perfect look to start with. You can style face-framing bangs on a pixie with plenty of ease by sweeping the bangs forward from the crown. What You Need
Hair brush Blowdryer Small round brush Heat protectant Straightening iron Setting spray
How To Style
3. Classic Tight Mohawk
The mohawk look is not only for men to show off. It has seen a huge rise in popularity among women in recent years. It is one of the best hairstyles to sport in the summer as you do not have to worry about your hair making your neck sweaty and hot. What You Need
Wide-toothed comb Blowdryer Hair brush Heat protectant Straightening iron Strong-hold hair gel
How To Style
4. Straight Frohawk
If you have a square-shaped face and are willing to take some fashion risks, this is the hairstyle for you. Willow Smith has successfully shown that a straight frohawk is the bold new style statement to make at any event. What You Need
Hair brush Blowdryer Heat protectant Straightening iron Hair pomade Setting spray
How To Style
5. Classic Finger Waves
From the 1920s to the 2020s, finger waves are still rocking the world of hairstyles and red carpet events. Be it a retro look or a modern one, you can create versatile looks using finger waves. Just use your fingers and a good quality hair gel to create these chic waves. What You Need
Rat-tail comb Blowdryer Hair mousse Hair gel Hooded hair dryer Setting spray
How To Style
6. Micro Braids With Bangs
You can enjoy micro braids with bangs by either letting them flow free or tying some braids up with pins or barrettes. The combination of micro braids and bangs makes for a chic and unique look. What You Need
Hair wax Fine-toothed comb
How To Style
7. Half Side Cornrows
Cornrows are highly suitable for all age groups. You can experiment with different patterns of cornrows to create a look that is personalized for you. This design keeps loose hair on one side and cornrows on the other. What You Need
Leave-in conditioner Moisturizing cream Hair pick
How To Style
8. Cornrow Crown
If you want to feel like a princess, a cornrow crown can make you look like one! Go for this cute princessy look to stand out in the crowd the royalty you are. Yes, diamond crowns are great, but who doesn’t love a queen with a natural hair crown? What You Need
Hair tie Hair pomade Fine-toothed comb
How To Style
9. Beaded Bob
The best way to transform your look is by getting your braids done in a unique color. These ginger micro braids look adorable in a bob style with curly ends. Accessorize them with colorful beads to match your outfits! What You Need
Colorful hair beads Hair pomade Fine-toothed comb
How To Style
10. Pulled-Back Afro
Make the best out of your afro in a simple elegant way just like actress Issa Rae. This pulled-back afro style can transform your bad hair day into the best hair day in a few minutes! What You Need
Hair brush Hair gel Small-toothed comb Hair spray Afro hair tie
How To Style Spritz on some hair spray to finish off the look.
11. Piled-Up Pony
I get it. Some days are just ‘Throw your hair in a messy ponytail’ kinda days. But that doesn’t mean you have to resign yourself to looking sloppy. You can still look cute by sporting this ponytail that is piled high with all your naturally gorgeous curly hair falling on your face.
Hair elastic Bobby pins
12. Fro-Hawk
Admit it. Every one of us has faced that temptation to shave off half our hair and sport a Mohawk sometime in our life. And the disgusted looks of our parents at even the mention of a Mohawk only added fuel to our determination. Well, you may have chickened out then, but you won’t need to do so now. This faux Mohawk created out of tying up your afro will make all your dreams come true without having to shave off your hair!
Sectioning clips Hair elastics Bobby pins
13. The S Bun
OK, I know the hair pictured above is on the slightly longer side. But this elegant bun hairdo styled in the shape of an S is just as easy, or rather easier, to do on short hair. With the weight of your hair evenly distributed and kept off your neck, this super chic bun is perfect to wear at an outdoor barbecue on a hot summer day or a night out clubbing and dancing.
Hair elastics Bobby pins
14. Twisted Comb Afro
Girl, I know you like snoozing that alarm every morning and getting ready at the very last minute. But don’t you worry because I’ve got your back. You just need a couple of hair combs, and you’ll be ready for work in 5 minutes flat.
Wide toothed comb Bobby pins Hair brush Hair comb accessories
15. Pin-Up Bun
Going for a retro vibe with your hair look? We’ve got you covered! Try out this simple low bun style that will take you literally 5 minutes to do. Once you’re done putting your hair up, all you need is a pretty cloth scarf to top off your totally cute pin-up look!
Bobby pins Hair elastics Cloth scarf
16. Pompadour
Pompadours seem like such a tricky style to perfect. They look like they require an ungodly amount of product and bobby pins to create. But with this easy hack, you will be able to create a pompadour within minutes! Just follow the instructions below if you don’t believe me.
Sectioning clip Bobby pins Smoothening serum
17. Chignon Headband
It’s amazing how a simple elasticated headband can help to create an exceptionally beautiful updo. This twisted chignon hairstyle gives off some serious Grecian goddess vibes. And if you want to look like the human embodiment of Aphrodite on your wedding day, this is the hair look you need to go for.
Texturizing spray Elasticated headband Bobby pins Smoothening serum
18. Curly Twisted Pin-Up
It’s edgy, it’s cute, and it’s just the style for you! Especially if you have weirdly textured curls that frizz up and don’t have any definition. In that case, flexi rods are your best friend. Curl your hair with those magical tools and twist up your hair to get this look that is perfect for a night out at a concert.
Tail comb Bobby pins Flexi rods Hair styling gel
19. French Twisted Mini Cornrows
Create magic with this cute ass semi cornrows style that you can wear for a couple of days straight without much touching up. This style is especially for those people out there who can’t commit to a full head of cornrows but still want to add a bit of edge to their look. Try this style out and thank us later.
Moisturizing hair cream Bobby pins Light hold hairspray
20. Curly Front Ponytail
Kat Graham strikes again with a fresh and totally unconventional hair look. This front ponytail style puts a completely new twist on the classic ponytail look by simply changing its positioning. It’s quirky and definitely bound to step your style statement up a notch.
Curl cream Hair styling gel Hair brush Hair elastic Wide toothed comb
21. Jumbo Twisted Ponytail
Listen up, ladies. Ponytails don’t just have to be just ponytails. With a little bit of creativity, they can be much more involved and intricate in style. This jumbo twisted version of this classic style is a perfect example of incorporating some twists to revamp a basic hairstyle.
Moisturizing hair cream Fine toothed comb Hair elastics
22. Twisted Face Framers
If you’re someone who loves styling her hair and coming up with new looks, you need to be open to some experimentation. Check out this twisted hairstyle that perfectly frames the model’s face. It may take some getting used to but, boy, does it look cute!
Hair wax Hair elastics Bobby pins Light hold hairspray
23. Cat Ear Buns
Were you one of those adorable kids who loved to pretend she was a cat and went around on all fours and meowed at everything? Well channel that inner child of yours now and sport these cat ear buns that look super cute and, surprisingly, not silly at all!
Hair elastics Bobby pins Wide toothed comb
24. Half Up Bun
There’s something unconventional and almost daring about a half bun, isn’t there? The way it swoops up and sits elegantly atop our head, leaving half your hair to flow loosely down is absolutely stunning. Sport this look when you want to wow your date and you won’t be disappointed. Bobby pins
25. Double Buns
Are you an athlete? Are you constantly on the lookout for hairstyles that you can wear that can keep your hair out of your face when you play? Do you still want to look cute? The answer to all these questions is this insanely adorable double buns look.
Hair elastics Bobby pins
26. Flat Twisted Puff
Weddings are stressful. Dresses, makeup, flowers, jewelry, guest lists, catering, décor…the list is endless. Well, why don’t you let me strike one thing off that list? Your hairstyle, of course! This fluffed up afro adorned with a thick band of twisted hair will add an elegant touch to your look while still remaining stylishly on point.
Hair brush Hair styling gel Hair control paste Long satin band 8 strands of Marley hair extensions Bobby pins
27. One Side Pinned Up
Get ready for that much-awaited pool party in style with this chic one side pinned up look sported by teen icon Yara Shahidi. This uber stylish hairstyle takes less that 3 minutes to perfect and pairs beautifully with denim shorts and swimsuits!
Hair styling gel Fine toothed comb Bobby pins Wide toothed comb
28. Flat Twist Low Bun
Your pursuit to look fun and flirtatious ends right here with this low bun look! I mean why would you want to sleek back and tie your bun in a boring manner when you can add some flat twists to make your style look oomphalicious?
Hair brush Tail comb Sectioning clips Hair styling gel Hair elastics Bobby pins
29. Dutch Crown Braid
Give yourself the royal treatment that you deserve with this crown braid style that is sure to make many heads turn. This braided style is particularly great to do on days that you don’t feel like washing your hair but still need to look presentable.
Hair brush Sectioning clip Water in a spray bottle Hair elastics Bobby pins
30. Floral Hair
Look like a forest pixie flitting about in wilderness by sporting this enchanting hair look embellished with an assortment of flowers. All you need to do is take a stroll in your garden (or at your local flower shop) and pick up the flowers that will complement your outfit. Stick them in your hair and you’re done!
Bobby pins Fresh flowers
31. Accessorized Half Bun
A true princess like you deserves to wear a tiara. So whip out that gorgeous bun pin of yours, throw your hair into a half top bun, and put on your bun pin to give yourself the royal treatment you deserve. It is especially recommended to sport this style on a first date to make sure your date knows your worth.
Hair elastic Fancy bun pin
32. Side Parted Pinned Afro
One can never go wrong with this natural hairstyle for short hair. A gorgeous study in contrasts is exactly what you get when you look at this hairstyle. The voluminous and unrestrained afro at the back is offset by the sleek pinned down hair at the front. Sport this style at a college party or a night out clubbing and there’s no way that you won’t be the center of attention.
Hair brush Wide toothed comb Styling gel Bobby pins (gold colored)
33. Twisted Double Headband
Those pin-up models look great, don’t they? But, here’s the thing, you don’t have to dress up all sexy to look like one. Try out this captivating half up pin-up do that makes use of some simple twisted braids to make you like the girl of everyone’s dreams.
Hair brush Water in a spray bottle Hair elastics Bobby pins
34. Center Parted Pinned Afro
Turns out Uzo Aduba is not just a multiple award-winning actress but also a complete hair goddess. In this epic afro hairstyle, Aduba has parted and sleeked her hair down the middle and added a vibrant pop of color with some cobalt blue toned bobby pins to look red-carpet ready.
Hair brush Wide toothed comb Hair styling gel Colorful bobby pins
35. Wrapped Up Afro
You know a hairstyle is worth trying out when Oscar-winning actress (and an all-round awesome person) Lupita Nyong’o sports it on a movie premier red carpet. This simply wrapped up afro look simply requires a long satin band to elevate an otherwise bright and vibrant outfit.
Hair brush Hair control paste Fine toothed comb Long satin band
36. Sleek Center Parted Bun
Be the picture of elegance and dignity with this simple center-parted bun. Just straighten and sleek down your hair before putting it up in a bun to make a classically gorgeous style statement. And, honestly, if a style is Zendaya-approved, you don’t even need to question it.
Heat protectant Straightening iron Fine toothed comb Hair elastic Bobby pins
37. Braided Headband Bun
The best part about working with your natural hair is that no matter what intricate braided style you put it up in, you know that it won’t slip out of place or unravel. Keke Palmer has put her hair to this test by sporting this neat braided headband look that pairs perfectly with her simple purple tulle gown and blue stud earrings.
Hair moisturizing cream Hair brush Hair elastic Bobby pins Light hold hairspray
38. Super High Top Bun
If you’re one for trying out unconventional hairstyles, take a page out of Yara Shahidi’s look book. This super high top bun will add a lot of height to your structure. Sleek down the edges and step up your bun tying game to get on Yara’s level of cool.
Hair moisturizing cream Hair brush Hair styling gel Hair elastics U-pins Bobby pins Toothbrush
39. Scarf Bow Afro
Latarsha Rose shows us here how to perfectly get away with not washing your hair 3 days in a row. Just tie a colorful scarf around your hair in a really pretty bow to distract everyone from the greasy hair under it. Throw on some clothes in neutral shades to balance out the effect of the colorful scarf and you’re good to go!
Wide toothed comb Long cloth scarf
40. Sleek Side Parted Ponytail
Taraji P. Henson kills the fashion game every time she walks down a red carpet. And here you can see her doing it by keeping her whole simple and minimalistic. The sleek side parted ponytail goes perfectly with her plain black outfit. You too can sport this look at work or college to look professional and put-together.
Heat protectant Straightening iron Fine toothed comb Hair elastic Smoothening serum
41. French Twisted Tiara
Twist up your hair and look like an absolute princess by fashioning a tiara out of it. And you don’t need any diamonds or rubies to embellish this tiara! All you need are a couple of hair elastics and bobby pins to complete this hairstyle.
Hair brush Hair elastics Bobby pins
42. Gelled Back Curls
If there’s one thing Alicia Keys is great at, it’s taking the fashion world by storm (I mean, after her singing, of course). Here you can see her create wonder with her hair by gelling back her afro and pinning it down to keep the attention on her gorgeous face but still show off her curls at the back.
Curl cream Hair styling gel Hair brush Bobby pins
43. Side Parted Curls
Looking for a more classic look to sport at that office party? Look no further! Kat Graham’s short bob cut styled in perfectly defined and set voluminous curls is best paired with a sparkly off-shoulder gown and a strobe makeup look.
Heat protectant 1.5 inch curling iron Medium hold hairspray Smoothening serum
44. Bumped Up Straight Hair
Kiersey Clemons shows us how it’s done with this sleek straight hair look. The perfectly set poker straight hair is edgy and sure to make you look like the coolest person in the room. Like people will seriously be intimidated by the thought of walking up to you because of your bangin’ hair.
Heat protectant Straightening iron Teasing brush Fine toothed comb Smoothening serum Light hold hairspray
45. Messy High Ponytail
We all love a good high ponytail, don’t we? It’s simple, it’s straightforward, and it gets its job done (of keeping your hair out of your face). But that doesn’t mean you can’t look cute with it. Amber Stevens’ cute and messy high ponytail shows you how you can look adorable in a ponytail without compromising on your style.
Heat protectant Straightening iron Hair elastic
46. Textured Side Ponytail
Listen, if Zoe Saldana sports a hair look, you know damn well that it is on top of its style game. This texturized side ponytail, for example, can just easily be worn over a jeans and simple t-shirt as with a fancy gown. Try it out and see for yourself.
Heat protectant Straightening iron 1.5 inch curling iron Hair elastic
47. Fancy Headbanded Afro
One fancy headband adds some sparkle to your hair. But two headbands transform it into something truly magical. Amandla Sternberg shows us here that with the right hair accessories, you don’t need to fiddle around with your hair too much. Just wear them around your natural hair and you’re done!
Wide toothed comb Hair styling gel Hair brush 2 fancy elasticated headbands
48. French Braided Back
Girl, bring sexy back with this braided afro look that is sure to make you the talk of the town. I mean, why French braid your hair from the front when you can do it from the back? Besides, it will add a more dramatic flair to your exit when you walk away from your haters.
Wide toothed comb Jumbo bobby pins
49. Side Bangs Ponytail
Don’t we all love those lazy days where you just spend the day in your pajamas, curled up on the couch, watching movies? Well, here’s a style tailor-made for those days. Just a simple ponytail and some hair left out to frame your face and maintain your cuteness levels.
Hair brush Hair elastic
50. The Wide Brimmed Hat Look
When it comes to those pesky bad hair days, Janelle Monae has the best solution for them. A hat! Throw your hair into a low ponytail, leave out some hair to frame your face (and give off a subtle Michael Jackson vibe), and you’ll be having the best hair day ever. The best part is that a hat works well with hair of all lengths (like Monae’s mid-length tresses pictured above) but it is best suited for short hair.
Curl cream Hair elastic Wide brimmed hat
