Best Wedding Hairstyles For Very Short Hair

Some hairstyles work well on any hair length, including tight curls, Hollywood waves, natural blowout, and chignon. You can even opt for an intricately braided crown unless you have an extra-short pixie cut.

Meanwhile, some of the trendiest hairstyles are only suitable for short hair, including the wet hair effect and soft spikes.

Short wedding hairstyles can be fun, cute, sexy, glamorous, elegant, dreamy – anything you want. The secret is to find an approach to your hair and not be afraid of experiments.

Sleek Hair & Deep Side Part

Sleek wedding hairstyles look equally great on long and short hair and perfectly fit an elegant, formal attire. Furthermore, they are easy to make if you know which products to use.

Start by applying a smoothing mask after washing your hair for a shiny look and silky feel. Depending on your hair type and condition, you may also use anti-frizz or split-ends serum.

Wait until your hair is about 70% dry before drying it. Take a large diameter round brush, preferably with boar bristles, and a dryer with a concentrator nozzle. Ionic dryers are of great help in achieving a sleek look.

Always point the concentrator nozzle downward when drying your hair. If your hair is naturally straight, blow-drying should be sufficient. If it’s wavy or curly, you’ll also need to straighten it using a flat iron.

Don’t forget to use a thermal protection spray whenever you style your hair. Once your hair is dry and straight, use a narrow-tooth comb to part it on the side and a bit of pomade to get rid of frizz and flyaway hairs.

Low Bun & Tiara

A low bun is a versatile hairstyle suitable for every hair length and type. Of course, a low bun on short hair won’t be as voluminous as on long hair, but equally chic.

Making a low bun is really simple, even if you don’t have experience. Prep your hair by applying a smoothing mask to get rid of frizz and blow-dry it. Then, make a sleek low ponytail.

Twist the ponytail, form a small loop, and secure it with bobby pins. Use pomade to make the hair appear smooth and glossy.

If you find the hairstyle lacking originality and volume, wear a crystal tiara for a princess-inspired look. Alternatively, wrap a ribbon and tie a bow around the bun or pin a faux flower on the side.

Soft Spikes

Even if you have a pixie cut, you still have plenty of hairstyle options. A soft spike hairstyle is very quick and easy to make and gives your look an edgy touch.

Wash your hair and dry it with a towel, but leave it damp. Then, comb the hair carefully to get rid of tangles and frizz.

Once the hair is ready, take a dime-sized piece of pomade, wax, or gel, depending on your hair type and desired effect.

If you want to achieve a wet hair look, use a hair gel. Wax typically has a matte effect, and hair mousse gives volume to thin hair.

Rub the product between your fingers to warm it and run your hands through the front section of the hair. Make sure to coat the hair fully from roots to tips. Form spikes using your fingers.

Repeat the process with the sides of your head. Alternatively, apply a bit of styling product on the sides and brush the hair downward with a narrow-tooth comb for a sleek look.

Old Hollywood Waves with Voluminous Top

Hollywood waves aren’t the most effortless DIY wedding hairstyle. However, women with a pixie cut are lucky because they don’t need to ruin hair with a curling wand or flat iron – a strong hold pomade and fingers will do the job.

Start with freshly washed hair – no drying is necessary. Apply a generous amount of styling product onto the hair and use your fingers and a narrow-tooth comb to create S-shaped waves. It may take a few tries, but you’ll get it eventually.

Finally, lock the hairstyle by drying the hair and applying more pomade or hair spray. Note that this method only works with extra short hair. If you have a bob cut, you’ll need to use a flat iron.

Start with dry hair. Apply volumizing styling mousse and make a deep side part. Curl the hair in sections. The trick is to curl every strand in the same direction.

Pin each curl instead of releasing it and let it sit for about ten minutes. Then, apply a bit of hair spray onto a paddle brush and comb the hair gently from roots to ends. Finish the hairstyle by applying strong hold spray.

Swept Back Wet Hair Effect

The wet hair effect has been on the surge lately, often seen on runways and red-carpet events. You can be in trend, too, even if you have little to no hairstyling experience.

All you need for this modern wedding hairstyle is a narrow-tooth comb and hair gel. Don’t use wax or pomade because you want to achieve a glossy look.

Wash your hair and don’t dry it. Apply a generous amount of gel onto the hair from roots to ends, distributing it evenly with your fingers. Brush the hair back using a narrow-tooth brush.

That’s it – being the most stylish bride takes ten minutes of time and little effort. Take some gel along to touch up the hairstyle if necessary.

Messy Side Chignon

For a messy side chignon, your hair should be at least chin-length. This hairstyle works the best on thick, wavy hair because it requires volume.

Wash your hair and blow-dry it upside down for extra root volume. You may also use a styling mousse or volume spray before drying the hair.

Tease the hair from roots to ends gently and part it on the side. Make a low ponytail on the side, then twist the hair and form a loop. You don’t have to be very careful or make a tight loop.

Secure the bun with bobby pins and apply some hair spray. This hairstyle looks incredibly romantic when a few strands cascade at the front.

Fluffy Curly Top

An afro-inspired fluffy curly top hairstyle is creative, fun, and stylish. It will work the best on naturally wavy, curly, or straight but porous hair that holds curl well.

First, make a very high ponytail, right at the crown of your head. Use a narrow-tooth comb and wax or pomade to achieve a sleek look on the sides.

Then, use a very small diameter curling wand and curl the hair in a ponytail in about half-inch or smaller strands. Of course, there’s no need to use heat styling for African-type hair.

This hairstyle also is perfect for women with extra-short sides and a longer top. The instructions are essentially the same, but you don’t need to make a ponytail – simply curl the hair at the top.

Half-Up, Half-Down Hair with Accessories

Half-up, half-down wedding hairstyles work well with any hair type and length. You may make a simple ponytail, a cute high bun, or two interlocking braids for a bohemian look.

Use statement hair accessories to make the hairstyle appear more unusual. For instance, a satin or velvet bow around the elastic will give your attire a romantic touch, while a wide pearl headband or tiara will create a sophisticated look.

A flower crown will perfectly fit a rustic or bohemian wedding style. If you’re the bride, you can easily attach your veil to the elastic.

Dutch Braid Updo

A common misconception is that braided wedding hairstyles are only suitable for long hair. This couldn’t be farther from the truth – a bob cut doesn’t prevent you from rocking the braided crown hairstyle.

Comb your hair thoroughly to get rid of tangles and part it in the middle or on the side. Then, take three strands of hair at the forehead and start to make a Dutch braid.

Make your way around the head, moving over the ear and towards the nape of your neck. When you reach the end of your hair, tie it with a clear elastic and secure the loose end with bobby pins. Repeat from the other side.

Voluminous Wavy Bob

Natural beauty is in trend, but “natural” doesn’t mean that you should simply comb your hair and go. The trick is to make the hairstyle appear intentionally messy, regardless of how long you’ve spent on it.

Wash your hair and wait until it’s semi-dry. Then, apply styling mousse on the roots and brush it through the hair. Take a small diameter round brush and a dryer with a concentrator nozzle.

Dry your hair upside down for extra volume. Curl the hair in strands, constantly twisting the brush and pointing the dryer nozzle downward.

When the hair is completely dry, scatter the strands with fingers and secure the hairstyle with strong-hold spray.