Anyone with short hair often finds themselves in a rut when it comes to styling their hair in various ways. Indeed, your options might seem limited in comparison to long hair wherein you have several styling options available. But with the help of the right accessories, there are ways to spice up a short ‘do and make it seem new and fresh all the time.
Would you like to have fun styling short hair? Make sure you stock up on these accessories that you can use to experiment with various styles for your short ‘do.
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Bobby Pins – This particular hair accessory is beneficial for all hair types, textures, or length. But it serves it biggest purpose with short hair because there is only so much you can do with its length. You can use a bobby pin to get rid of those pesky bangs and bring more attention to the face, or when you want to create the illusion of layers. Try to follow a criss-cross twisting motion on a section of your hair and secure its ends with a bobby pin so you can perk up short hair instantly.
Skinny Headbands – This is one of the chicest accessories available for short hair and can do wonders when used properly! There are several choices of skinny headbands, to begin with, and your choices include metal, plastic, or stretchy loops. Aside from the materials used, you can also take into account the color and the adornments used on the headband when trying to add more oomph into a short hairstyle. If you dare, you can also double up on these skinny headbands to create more flair.
Extensions – One of the qualms that women have about going short is that they can no longer style their hair with buns, updos, chignon, and other elaborate styles. But when you use hair extensions, you can make that happen! Hair extensions are widely available in the market today so you can find one that would match your natural hair color and make it seem more natural. Try to find the length that would suit your preferred hairstyle – it’s so fun trying out various styles!
Head Scarves – Scarves offer double benefit for styling short hair: 1) they can add a chic touch to your outfit and hairstyle, and 2) it can also mask a bad hair day. There are different ways to wear a scarf, depending on your mood or preferred style. But common choices include tie it around the nape, or wearing it bandanna style. Try to pick patterned or vibrantly colored scarves to get the most of this accessory!
Flowers – This is the ultimate choice of hair accessory for women with short hair during spring, summer, or fall. You can choose from either fresh or plastic flowers and they would elicit the same amount of effect on your short hair. It is all a matter of determining whether your chosen flower and its color would complement the look you are aiming for.
Do you have short hair? What is your favorite accessory?
I would like one to control the beast on my head. LOL.