If you're considering the possibility of getting a short haircut
or you want to switch up the one you have, a choppy style could be just
what you're looking for. With lots of layers and some really
interesting lines, a choppy cut can be tailored to fit every face shape
by sculpting the layers around the forehead and jaw to create the most
flattering style.
They can add volume and body to fine hair and help to reduce bulky
ends for thick hair, too. Not only that, choppy hairdos are also
mercifully easy to style for the most part. Some sleeker looks may
require a little more effort than messier 'dos, depending on the natural
texture of your hair.
Below you'll find a list of ten handpicked choppy hairstyles to
inspire you. Who knows, maybe you'll find your new look among them!
Feathered pixie cut
Jennifer Lawrence, Ginnifer Goodwin and Halle Berry have all helped
to make the feathered pixie one of the most popular short cuts on the
planet. Aside from fairly regular trims, this cut is quite low
maintenance and looks good on round, heart and oval shaped faces.
Top tip – Style with a small amount of Advanced Hairstyle TXT IT Deconstructing Gum to create a piecey look.
Laid back layers
Another carefree style that looks good on just about everyone, this
layered cut is a serious contender for anyone who wants a short cut but
doesn't want anything too radical. You can create waves, style it stick straight or leave it au naturel, it's that versatile!
Short waves
For those of you with naturally wavy hair, a layered style with
feathered bangs will give your texture enough room to do its thing
without overwhelming your face.
Top tip – Apply Advanced Hairstyle CURVE IT Curl Taming Cream then blow-dry with a diffuser to add definition.
Graduated
This style is really just a more radical version of a graduated bob.
The close-cut hair at the back throws all of the emphasis on the longer
hair at the front where choppy, feathered layers help to soften the
silhouette. A cut that's full of stand-out contrasts, this look isn't
for the fainthearted!
Undone bob
Like the pixie, a subtly choppy bob is another super popular short
cut. With soft edges and a perfectly imperfect vibe, it's a great
haircut for anyone with naturally straight hair who takes a wash-and-go
approach to styling.
Top tip – Create loose waves by spraying the hair with
Advanced Hairstyle TXT IT Tousle Waves Spray then blow-drying it in
twisted chunks. If you would rather avoid heat tools, twist and pin the
hair up to air dry naturally.
Blunt with choppy layers
This hairstyle is perfect for anyone who likes to make a statement
with their haircut. The blunt ends combined with plenty of choppy layers
all over create a really interesting frame for the face, especially
when combined with a set of bangs.
Top tip – Apply Advanced Hairstyle SLEEK IT Iron Straight
Heatspray before you flat iron your hair. This will protect your locks
from the heat and render a super-straight finish to show off those
chunky ernds.
Fine and feathery pixie
If you have fine hair and you want to try a pixie cut, feathered
bangs and plenty of small layers will keep your locks from falling flat.
The different lengths help to soften the look, making this style a good
fit for many different face shapes.
Long pixie with bangs
A longer incarnation of the pixie, this style is all about the bangs.
Loosely tousled but not over styled, the added length makes this style
more versatile than shorter pixies and it's also better suited to
squarer face shapes.
Top tip – To give this style a slick finish, comb a small amount of Advanced Hairstyle TXT IT Hyper Fix Putty throughout.
Choppy bangs
Whether you go for a bowl cut like the model in the photo above, a
pixie or a bob, choppy bangs will give your chosen short hairstyle an
edgy feel. You could go for micro bangs
or keep them a little longer depending on your face shape. Just make
sure you ask your stylist for their opinion before you make the cut.
Long, tousled pixie
Eyelash-skimming bangs aren't for everyone but they can look really
cool if you have the necessary attitude to pull them off. The only
drawback is how often you'll need a trim in order to keep your line of
vision unobstructed...
What do you think? Which choppy crop is your favorite?
