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35 Short Hairstyles To Try in 2022

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By Southern Living Editors Updated October 06, 2021
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Soft Curved Bob
Credit: @lucyhale

No matter the season, there's always a case to make for short hair. During the winter, short hair works better when you're rocking chunky turtlenecks and trying to avoid accidentally catching rogue long strands in your jacket zipper. (Ouch.) But come summertime, that sweaty neck isn't going to cool itself off, especially when the mercury just keeps rising. Luckily, there are more than enough trendy short hairstyles to try in 2022 that you won't be getting bored with anytime soon.

This year, why not step a touch outside of your comfort zone? We've got the ultra-shiny, smooth, and silky straight cuts on the table; and we're seeing all types of fringe-fabulous bangs take off, too. From layered lobs to blunt bobs, classic crops to perfect pixies, these hairstyles for short hair will have you ready to grab those shears. Well, maybe leave that part to your stylist.

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Blunt Collarbone Bob

Blunt Collarbone Bob
Credit: @anhcotran

This might be the most low-maintenance cut in the bunch. All one length and only slightly waved, it's wearable as all get-out.

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Cropped Bob

Cropped Bob
Credit: @bobbyeliot

Take your long bob up a few notches—er, inches! This not-your-basic bob cut majorly delivers in the volume department.

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Glass Hair Lob

Glass Hair Lob
Credit: @chrisjones_hair

We'll never get tired of a cut that makes you instantly look put-together, and this sharp and glossy lob by Texas-based stylist Chris Jones definitely does the trick.

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Fringed Lob

New Shag
Credit: @salsalhair

A lob always feels right for those who want short, but not too short. Add wispy bangs to make it feel extra interesting. 

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Windswept Crop Cut

Windswept Pixie
Credit: @matthewstylist

Put some extra zing into that pixie cut by styling it up and away from your face. You have nothing to hide, anyway.

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Rooty Stacked Bob

Rooty Stacked Bob
Credit: @styled_by_carolynn

This is one of the most flattering bob cuts out there. Tousle it from one shadow-rooted part to the next per your fancy.

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Short 'n Wild Shag

Short 'n Wild Shag
Credit: @salsalhair

This is definitely the cool girl cut of the year, and nothing flatters a mane of curls like getting shaggy. 

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Subtle Stacked Bob

Stacked Chin Bob
Credit: @clevelandhairboss

You can feign so much extra volume with the flick of a magic wand—kidding! Stacked layers do a whole lot of magic on their own. 

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Blunt Chin Bob

Blunt Chin Bob
Credit: @lucyhale

Want super thick-looking ends? Leave the layers at the door. A blunt bob is always in style. 

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Curly Shag

Curly Shag
Credit: @salsalhair

This curly girl take on a classic shag has us wanting all the layers and bangs this year. 

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Classic Stacked Bob

stacked bob
Credit: Julie Facer / @headrushdesigns

You can never go wrong with a classic. The stacked bob will always be here to stay, and we're not mad at all.

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Fringed Long Bob

Fringed Long Bob
Credit: @bobbyeliot

We can't think of a reason that you shouldn't totally rock this signature fringed long bob this year. Really. We can't.

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Choppy Pixie

Choppy Pixie
Credit: @zinoveva_elena

One super stylish pixie cut, coming right up. You can keep the top long to ensure you have plenty of styling potential. 

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Wavy Lob

wavy lob
Credit: Becky Miller / @beckym_hair

If you're scared to make the big chop, meet your hair goals in the middle with this mid-length bob. Added texture gives this cut volume that's unmatched.

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Tousled Chin Bob

Tousled Chin Bob
Credit: hairby_chrissy

If you're trying to update your current bob, ask for layers and take the length up to your chin. It makes for a cut that's chock-full of personality.

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Layered Shoulder Cut

Layered Lob
Credit: @matthewjones_hairstylist

When in doubt, go for the layers. It's a surefire way to freshen up any length. 

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Textured Medium Cut

Textured Medium Cut
Credit: Becky Miller / @beckym_hair

If you think dry texturizing spray is life, this cut is on your team. The length is perfect for those afraid to make the chop all at once.

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Shaggy Chin Bob

Shaggy Chin Bob
Credit: @mizzchoi

Blunt bobs have been all the rage, but we're also into a shaggier way of shearing this year. Add wispy bangs, and you're set with a statement-making cut.

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Relaxed Shoulder Cut

Hints of Cinnamon
Credit: @chrisgreenehair

All the low-maintenance ladies out there will appreciate this super easy shoulder-grazing look with subtle balayage color for an extra pop.  

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Sculpted Crop Cut

Sculpted Crop Cut
Credit: @gustavoblesa

Play up your natural texture—whatever it may be—with a cropped pixie cut that styles itself. Keep it longer on top for major versatility.

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Soft Curved Bob

Soft Curved Bob
Credit: @lucyhale

We're taking this retro short style all the way to the salon. It curves into the jawline and collarbone in a most flattering way. 

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Midi with Front Framing

midi with front framing
Credit: Becky Miller / @beckym_hair

Framing is a great option for added dimension and length in a hairstyle. This cut by stylist Becky Miller plays the line of shorter hair with a whole lot of oompf.

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Layered Curls

Curly Shoulder Shag
Credit: @natalieannehair

Just because you're going short doesn't mean you have to go small. Let those curls go big or go home with a shoulder-grazing cut with all the layers and volume.

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Piecey Pixie

Piecey Pixie
Credit: Tim Duenas / @timduenashair

Make a bold statement by cutting your locks into a perfect ultra-short pixie. Throw some styling gel or pomade into the mix for an added edge.

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Faux Bangs Lob

Faux Bangs lob
Credit: Becky Miller / @beckym_hair

Create the illusion of bangs at your next appointment by asking your stylist to add just a little bit of shorter framing at the front of your face. Curling pieces away from your face at temple height will make it look like you have effortless curtain bangs without making the chop.

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Subtle Straight Shag

Subtle Straight Shag
Credit: @salsalhair

We've all seen our share of curly shags and long textured shags in the past year or two. This take by stylist Sal Salcedo is perfect for straight-haired gals who want to give their mane a dose of cool.

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Shoulder-Grazing Layered Cut

Shoulder-Grazing Layered Cut
Credit: @evanjosephcurls

We'd give anything to have an ounce of that volume. Invest in a layered cut that makes the most out of every ringlet.

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Mid-Cut with Concave Layers

concave layers
Credit: Tim Duenas / @timduenashair

Concave layers achieve a whole lot of movement in a cut. We love how this look by stylist Tim Duenas brings all the focus right to her face.

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Razor Sharp Bob

Razor Sharp Bob
Credit: @daisy_goord

Bring on the sharp-as-a-tack bobs, please. A slight undercut gives blunt ends a less heavy appearance.

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Pumped-Up Curly Pixie

Pumped-Up Curly Pixie
Credit: @shaiamiel

Those spirals are made for a cropped cut, and that's that. Get gravity-defying height by shaping your curly mane longer on top.

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Peter Pan Pixie

Peter Pan Pixie
Credit: @curlmaestro

Something about this cut by stylist Rebecca Haehnle feels very Peter Pan—or circa-2010 boy band material. And we're here for it. It makes getting a pixie cut feel a little less daunting.

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Short Hair Long Fringe

bob with long framing
Credit: Julie Facer / @headrushdesigns

Move over cropped bangs, there's a new look in town, and she's coming in hot. Stacked layers in a bob cut with long framing in the front gives this look by stylist Julie Facer a whole lot of interest.

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French Bob

french bob
Credit: Tim Duenas / @timduenashair

This look is – *chef's kiss* – so good. Razor graduation in the back of the cut leads down to one length framing her face oh-so perfectly.

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Textured Bob

wavy bob
Credit: Julie Facer / @headrushdesigns

Ask your stylist for an interior layer for additional movement in your short cut. Talk about short and sweet.

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Textured Razor Bob

wavy bob w texture
Credit: Tim Duenas / @timduenashair

A little bit of texture does a whole lot more than you'd expect. Bring on the volume in your bob cut, we promise you won't regret it.

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    1 of 35 Blunt Collarbone Bob
    2 of 35 Cropped Bob
    3 of 35 Glass Hair Lob
    4 of 35 Fringed Lob
    5 of 35 Windswept Crop Cut
    6 of 35 Rooty Stacked Bob
    7 of 35 Short 'n Wild Shag
    8 of 35 Subtle Stacked Bob
    9 of 35 Blunt Chin Bob
    10 of 35 Curly Shag
    11 of 35 Classic Stacked Bob
    12 of 35 Fringed Long Bob
    13 of 35 Choppy Pixie
    14 of 35 Wavy Lob
    15 of 35 Tousled Chin Bob
    16 of 35 Layered Shoulder Cut
    17 of 35 Textured Medium Cut
    18 of 35 Shaggy Chin Bob
    19 of 35 Relaxed Shoulder Cut
    20 of 35 Sculpted Crop Cut
    21 of 35 Soft Curved Bob
    22 of 35 Midi with Front Framing
    23 of 35 Layered Curls
    24 of 35 Piecey Pixie
    25 of 35 Faux Bangs Lob
    26 of 35 Subtle Straight Shag
    27 of 35 Shoulder-Grazing Layered Cut
    28 of 35 Mid-Cut with Concave Layers
    29 of 35 Razor Sharp Bob
    30 of 35 Pumped-Up Curly Pixie
    31 of 35 Peter Pan Pixie
    32 of 35 Short Hair Long Fringe
    33 of 35 French Bob
    34 of 35 Textured Bob
    35 of 35 Textured Razor Bob

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