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12 Short Hairstyles Perfect For Summer

12 Short Hairstyles Perfect For Summer
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 Summer is here and the “itch” to go short is real.

Are you ready to drop a few inches this summer? We got you! First, drop the chicken wings and pick up the scissors. From pixies to bobs, short hair is a fierce and edgy way to switch up your look.

Check out these 12 short hairstyles for black women to find your next summer look!

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto: @micahgianneli

Tap into your inner Nia Long with this gorgeous pixie cut.

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto: @pekelariley

These light curls and slight waves are a beautiful soft style for any girl looking to take that leap of faith!

short hairstyles for black women

Photo: @mayvennhair

Shop her look here.

short hairstyles for black women

Photo: @Abigail.Martina

For all the natural beauties who are tired of the same ole routines, this tapered cut will definitely make heads turn.

short hairstyles for black women

Photo: @mayvennhair

Shop her look here.

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto: @Megan Good

Megan Good has always been beautiful but this cut only amplifies her amazing features! Ladies, this cut is a great transition style if you want to try out short hair but don’t want to commit to the pixie.

short hairstyles for black women

Photo: @hair_brained

If you’re feeling like you want to take the edgier route, this cut is perfect for you! This undercut is one of the many variations that you can explore.

short hairstyles for black women

Photo: @mayvennhair

Two-toned hair is a fun way to have your cake when you can't decide which color to get.

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto: @alissa.ashley

0 to 100… real quick. This sexy buzz cut is not meant for everyone. If you’re really serious about making a change, take this look and run with it.

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto: @mynaturalsistas

This radiant beauty looks amazing with this low fro. Perfect for girls who want to go natural or natural girls who want to start over. Slick down those edges and you’re set!

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto:@zendaya

Zendaya’s been serving looks with every hairstyle she’s taken on. This style has to be in her top 5! Finger waves are great for anyone who wants a happy medium of sophistication and sexy.

short hairstyles for black womenPhoto: @Alstyling

Similar to the previous tapered cut, this style is for ladies who aren’t looking to fully commit to shaving too much off but still want the overall taper feel.

short hairstyles for black women

Photo: @kehlani

Kehlani chopped her locs for this sleek short cut and we couldn’t be more pleased!

To recreate any of these looks, shop Mayvenn hair in 10 inch bundles available in all textures!

Are you planning on going short this summer? Let us know in the comments!

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