Short Hairstyles for Black Women

Short hairstyles for black women can be chic and effortless. Try these styles to make your short hair work.

Afro
The afro is an easy wash and go style for short-haired black women. The classic style allows the hair to grow naturally. Try it from very short lengths under an inch up to 4 or 5 inches long all around.

Micro Braids
While micro braids are more common for long hair, they also work well for short and shoulder length hairstyles, too. You'll get hundreds of tiny braids to work with.

Elaborate Braids
Thicker braids can be created by your stylist to achieve a more dramatic effect, working the short hair into a bun or updo around your head.

Messy Updo
One of the easiest short hairstyles for black women, this one can be created with little effort. Pull your short hair up into a ponytail or bun without worrying about stray hairs or uneven styles.

Layers
You can ask your stylist to cut graduated layers, leaving longer layers on top and shorter hair below. This will help you achieve a smooth and modern short style.

Sculpted Curls
Work that curly hair if you have short hair. A head full of ringlets will look amazing if the curls are sculpted tightly and frizz-free.