Let's keep this, well � short (pun intended): Pixies, bobs, crops, and short shags were the hottest short hairstyles of 2012. But short hairstyles are gaining even more momentum for 2013 and are all over the red carpet and runways. So, if you've ever thought about chopping it all off, now is the time. Or, if you have already gone short, then you're in luck. Short haircuts take, on average, way less time to style, allowing you to look polished in minutes.
The only tiny complaint we hear over and over again from readers and friends with short haircuts is that sometimes, it's hard to change up their look and to style it in new, different ways. Plus, most hairstyle how-tos focus on longer hair, leaving those with short haircuts feeling left out. So, we found the most popular celebrity short hairstyles for 2013 and broke down the step-by-step directions that'll help you get the look. Whether you're in the mood for an edgy pixie or a romantic side-swept 'do, we've got you covered.
Convinced it's your time to make the cut? Keep clicking to see all the gorgeous ways to style short haircuts.
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Sleek and straight
Who said short hair can't look romantic? Carey Mulligan's sixties inspired hairstyle is sophisticated and has soft edges -- perfect for a date-night look. To get it:
1. Apply a small amount of smoothing cream (try Nexxus Sleekstyle Calming Smoothing Creme, $13.99) to damp hair and comb through. 2. Blow dry your hair straight, and use a flat iron to touch up any parts that might need extra smoothing. 3. Use the end of a tail comb (or even a bobby pin) to evenly sweep your hair across your forehead. 4. It's time to pull out those chandelier earrings, or hoops -- they add the perfect touch of elegance to this look.
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Textured and tousled
You can play up your natural texture like Carey Mulligan for a more casual look. Plus, it's so versatile and easy to do. To get it:
1. Right when you get out of the shower, towel off your hair and mist with texturizing spray (try Pureology TextureTwist, $18.70). 2. Use a natural bristle brush while blow drying your hair, and curve your front layers in one direction. 3. Rub some pomade between your fingers to warm it up, and piece out your ends. 4. Arrange them messily over your forehead, and tuck the rest of your hair behind your ears.
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Wavy bob
Ginnifer Goodwin's playful bob is perfect for someone who wants to play up their femininity. If you still don't believe short hair can look romantic, here's further proof. To get it:
1. Create a mid to deep side part and apply texturizing cream to damp hair. 2. Blow dry your hair straight with a round brush. 3. Use a 1-inch curling iron to curl just the ends of your hair -- simply wrap small sections of hair around the barrel, and release after about five seconds. 4. Put some styling wax (try TIGI Bed Head Wax Stick, $16.99) on your fingertips and separate your curls to loosen them into barely-there waves.
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Short and sophisticated
Ginnifer Goodwin takes it to another level with this chic hairstyle. This works best on cropped hair that falls just under your ears. To get it:
1. Right when you get out of the shower, towel off your hair and apply a nickel-sized dollop of texturizing mousse to damp hair. 2. Part your hair to the side, and comb it into place while it air dries. 3. Now put a bit of styling gel like Herbal Essences Set Me Up Max Hold Gel, $4.99 on your fingertips, and rake them through your hair to add more texture. 4. Slip on a thin headband to complete the look.
Let's keep this, well � short (pun intended): Pixies, bobs, crops, and short shags were the hottest short hairstyles of 2012. But short hairstyles are gaining even more momentum for 2013 and are all over the red carpet and runways. So, if you've ever thought about chopping it all off, now is the time. Or, if you have already gone short, then you're in luck. Short haircuts take, on average, way less time to style, allowing you to look polished in minutes.
The only tiny complaint we hear over and over again from readers and friends with short haircuts is that sometimes, it's hard to change up their look and to style it in new, different ways. Plus, most hairstyle how-tos focus on longer hair, leaving those with short haircuts feeling left out. So, we found the most popular celebrity short hairstyles for 2013 and broke down the step-by-step directions that'll help you get the look. Whether you're in the mood for an edgy pixie or a romantic side-swept 'do, we've got you covered.
