100+ gorgeous short hairstyles for black women

by John Griffith
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Being a woman is difficult. I doubt anyone would dare argue with that. You have so many things to think about. Children to take care of, career and, on top of all that, you must always look flawless. Outfit, make-up, nails and hair – it all needs to be according to latest trends. We, however, are here to help you! So, today, we are going to focus on hairstyles for unruly, curly, thick hair. Have a look at our galley, full of more than a 100 gorgeous short hairstyles for black women and take your pick.

Janelle Monae’s pixie cut is just one example for short hairstyles for black women

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What are the best short hairstyles for black women?

  • Short Afro – perfect for unruly curls. The Afro is one of the most widespread hairstyles, understandably so. Let your natural beauty shine through this haircut. Keep it short and let it flow.
  • Pixie cut – in different variations. The pixie cut is a very famous type of hairstyle. It is easy to upkeep and looks very stylish and elegant. If you are rocking thick curls than a voluminous pixie cut is just right for you. Just leave the top longer. If you are looking for something a bit more interesting, try a layered pixie. Sometimes a straight pixie can look a bit boring. By adding layers, you add to the volume. Add side-swept bangs for an even more interesting hairstyle.
  • Undercut – very risky, yet elegant hairstyle. Channel your inner Rihanna and get this super interesting hairstyle. Shaved sides and a longer top layer create an intricate look. What’s more, you can get super creative and do whatever you want with that top layer – straighten it, leave it curly, it’s up to you.
  • Elegant bob – If you want to keep your curls in check, try a short bob hairstyle. You have two options. One is to keep it straight and asymmetrical, or wavy and layered. You can play with this hairstyle quite a bit. What’s more, you can keep your natural curls and just pin the top layer to the back of your head, so your hair doesn’t cover your whole face. That way, you remove a bit of the volume and still have a super modern hairstyle.
  • Buzz cut – the easiest hairstyle ever. Do we need to say more? If you are tired of dealing with your hair, a buzz cut is your best option. Stars like Lupita Nyong’o and Jessie J have rocked this hairstyle and looked amazing and fierce.

Rihanna always looks flawless, no matter her hairstyle

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  • Braided side – let your curls flow freely and add braids to one side of your head to remove some of the volume. Easy and simple!
  • Chopped natural curls – simple and naturalistic. Cut your hair really short and leave it curly. Simple as that! What’s more, you can twist your curls a little bit, which gives them a sharp and interesting look.
  • Dreadlocks – super modern and trendy. Dreadlocks can look just as great on short hair, as they do on long. Try them out, just keep in mind that the only way to remove them afterwards is to cut them.
  • Mohawk – something for the risk takers. Shaved sides and a long voluminous top layer. The mohawk truly is a hairstyle for the rebels.
  • Ringlets – another natural hairstyle. If your curls are a bit rounder, try a short hairstyle. Just pin your hair at the back and let the rest flow free. You can always let it all flow down, as well, for a cool Ringlet Afro.

Zendaya likes to experiment with new and different short hairstyles for black women

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Zendaya rocking a bowl cut

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Behold – the mohawk

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Add some colour for a gorgeous, different and interesting look

blue hair, shaved sides, nose ring, short haircuts for black women, black shirt, silver necklaces

Halle Berry has added highlights for a more intricate look

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Braided hair is always a good idea to keep your curls in check

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Look at these gorgeous all natural curls

silver hoop earrings, short haircuts for black women, blonde curly hair, white top

Lupita Nyong’o with a buzz cut – awesome look

lupita nyong'o, blue eyeliner, purple dress, buzz cut, short haircuts for black women, blue background

Her majesty – the Afro

blonde curly hair, short natural hairstyles, gold earrings, gold necklace and bracelet

Emeli Sande and her super blonde hair

emeli sande smiling, with blonde hair, short natural hairstyles, black and white printed dress

Short hairstyles for black women – pictures of short haircuts

curly brown hair, short natural hairstyles, black top, black earrings, freckles on the face

green sweater, short natural hairstyles, golden necklace, black hair, white straps

Another version of Zendaya’s short hair

zendaya smiling, wearing a grey polo sweater, short natural hairstyles, black straight hair bob

Issa Rae’s smile is her best accessory

bob hairstyles for black women, issa rae smiling, black and white dress, blue background

Jennifer Hudson also looks amazing with short hair

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Taraji P Henson look so fierce and breathtaking with this glamorous bob

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braided hair, dreadlocks in a bun, large wooden earrings, bob hairstyles for black women

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mohawk style haircut, natural hairstyles for short hair, brown hair, blonde highlights

Lupita Nyong’o loves to embrace her natural look on the red carpet

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Samira Wiley from “Orange is the new Black” is another lover of natural beauty

samira wiley, natural hairstyles for short hair, blue background, purple dress

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Solange Knowles rocking chopped natural curls

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braided bun, bob weave hairstyles, blue top, tattoo sleeve, black hair

Add some mousse to your hair to achieve Taraji P Henson’s wet look

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wooden hoop earrings, short curly, black hair, bob weave hairstyles, colourful printed top

Zendaya’s glamorous bob with bangs looks awesome

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red burgundy hair, short natural hairstyles for black women, beige velvet jacket, woman smiling

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black curly hair, brown highlighted ends, short natural hairstyles for black women, small hoop earrings

Short haircuts for black women

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pictures of short haircuts, red fluffy scarf, black curly hair, black blouse

black leather jacket, black hair, brown and blonde highlights, pictures of short haircuts

orange scarf, denim jacket, black hair, brown ends, pictures of short haircuts, small earrings

short black hair, pictures of short haircuts, black small hoop earrings, woman smiling

Short natural hairstyles

short black hair, black and burgundy red, ombre effect, pictures of short haircuts, purple lipstick

african american short hairstyles, taraji p henson, black sheer top, black sequinned skirt

black top, african american short hairstyles, black hair undercut, graffiti wall

photo of zendaya, with blonde hair, african american short hairstyles, black and white top

rihanna smiling, african american short hairstyles, wearing a green dress, with blonde hair

blue background, woman smiling, short hair, african american short hairstyles, yellow nail polish

Natural hairstyles for short hair

lupita nyong'o, blue eyeliner, long crystal earrings, black hair, black short curly hairstyles

blue sequinned dress, taraji p henson, black hair, black short curly hairstyles

side by side photos, black hair undercut, black short curly hairstyles, blue sweater

Teyana Taylor – bob hairstyles for black women

teyana taylor, black hair bob, black short curly hairstyles, white shirt, gold necklace

black short curly hairstyles, purple ends, black hair undercut, white shirt, inside arm tattoo

braided bun, short hairstyles for black girls, black sweater, large hoop earrings

short hairstyles for black girls, braided, bun, straight black hair, grey top

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black hair, shaved sides, short hairstyles for black girls, hoop earrings

braided hair, in a ponytail, very curly, short hairstyles for black girls, green blouse

Short natural hairstyles for black women

blue polo dress, blue earrings, lupita nyong'o, black hair, pixie cut black women

pixie cut black women, black leather jacket, purple lipstick, large necklace

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grey fluffy coat, pixie cut black women, black hair, grey blouse, golden necklace

grey blouse, gold watch, pixie cut black women, dark lipstick, black hair, small earrings

large hoop earrings, grey cardigan, short curly hairstyles for black women, pink straps

Short hairstyles for black girls

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Janet Jackson – cute short haircuts for women

janet jackson smiling, wearing a grey dress, black hair, short curly hairstyles for black women

short curly hairstyles for black women, black hair, side by side photos, different hairstyles

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short natural haircuts for black women, black hair with bangs, pink lacey top

lupita nyong'o, with pink lipstick, black hair, short natural haircuts for black women, hoop earrings

pink hair, shaved side, short natural haircuts for black women, tiled wall, white shirt

grey top, black hair bob, hoop earrings, short natural haircuts for black women

lupita nyong'o, with blue eyeliner, black hair, short natural haircuts for black women, small earrings

Bob haircuts for black women

bob haircuts for black women, asymmetrical black hair, grey sweater, purple lipstick

red background, black hair, bob haircuts for black women, black shirt

pixie cut, red burgundy hair, white polo shirt, bob haircuts for black women, small earrings

taraji p henson, wearing a red and black, sequinned dress, bob haircuts for black women, purple background

rihanna looking at the camera, teardrop earrings, bob haircuts for black women, black hair

braids for short black hair, golden necklace, short curly hair, pink lipgloss

black hair bob, braids for short black hair, black top, small earrings

sequinned dress, blue eyeliner, black hair, braids for short black hair

black curly hair, braids for short black hair, butterfly neck tattoo

Short curly hairstyles for black women

denim jacket, braids for short black hair, curly hair, blue and white background

curly hairstyles for black women, pink dress, orange necklace, pixie cut

braided bun, straight black hair, curly hairstyles for black women, white nail polish

black hair bob, red lipstick, curly hairstyles for black women, grey blouse

Beautiful short natural haircuts for black women

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hoop earrings, curly hairstyles for black women, black and white top, black hair

small gold earrings, buzz cut, cute short haircuts for women

purple hair, pixie cut, cute short haircuts for women, navy jacket

orange hair, black leather jacket, cute short haircuts for women, silver hoop earrings

Short bob hairstyles for black women

black jacket, red burgundy hair, cute short haircuts for women, dark red matte lipstick

side by side photos, brown hair, blonde ends, ombre effect, cute short haircuts for women

side by side photos, three different hairstyles, short bob hairstyles for black women, large earrings

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large hoop earrings, snake skin jacket, black hair, short bob hairstyles for black women

blue blouse, short bob hairstyles for black women, woman wearing sunglasses

black hair, silver sequinned dress, short bob hairstyles for black women, taraji p henson

teyana taylor, white top, blue and red satin pants, short quick weave styles, pixie cut

Keke Palmer

keke palmer, black velvet top, black hair, short quick weave styles, golden choker

short quick weave styles, rihanna smiling, white dress, white earrings, black hair

large hoop earrings, short quick weave styles, silver necklaces, pink straps

crystal choker, white top, black hair bob, short quick weave styles, small earrings

tattoo sleeve, black top, black hair, bob hairstyles black hair, pink lipstick, wooden wall

black hair, bob hairstyles black hair, black top, golden cross necklace, lots of earrings

kerry washington, wearing a yellow lace dress, bob hairstyles black hair, side bangs

brick wall, black off shoulder blouse, curly hair, bob hairstyles black hair, red lipstick

ash grey hair, bob hairstyles black hair, long eyelashes, grey top

bobs for black women, side by side photos, platinum blonde hair, white top

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John Griffith
John Griffith

John Griffith is a young, passionate journalist. Writing has been John’s hobby ever since he was a boy. He has worked in some of the UK’s most successful news portals over the course of his professional career but found his forever home at Archzine.

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