How to Look Sexy in a Layered, Short Haircut

Are you ready to try a new look? Here's how to look sexy in a layered, short haircut.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Add some dimensional color.
   
   Adding highlights or lowlights to short hair gives it extra style and impact while playing up facial features. Go for soft, face-framing highlights or add subtle highlighting all over. For summer, subtle blonde highlights give that soft “just laid in the sun” look that dazzles. Feeling more daring? Go for chunkier highlights.

2. Go for the tousled look.
   
   Short hair looks best when it’s slightly tousled and wind blown. Forget trying to keep every hair into place. Start by having your hairdresser add face framing layers that enhance your eyes and cheekbones. When you’re ready to style your short haircut, begin by adding mousse and a root lifting product. When you dry, use the concentrator nozzle on your blow dryer to direct the heat upwards from underneath your hair. Gently lift the layers with your fingers or a round brush as you dry to add additional body and lift. When you finish, shake your head vigorously and let the strands fall where they may. You can even do some light back combing if you want additional height. Resist the urge to tame your layers with a curling iron or a perm.

3. Dazzle with a great pair of earrings.
   
   One advantage to having short hair is that your ears can actually be seen. This gives you the opportunity to wear stylish earrings that won’t be overpowered by a mane of long, flowing hair. Even a simple pair of diamond or pearl earrings can look stunning with a hair cut that exposes the ears. For evening, go all out and wear dramatic gold dangles with a touch of sparkle to catch the light. With short hair, you can make your ears the focal point and keep the rest of your jewelry simple.

4. Look sexy in a layered, short hair cut: Put on oversized sunglasses.
   
   A pair of designer sunglasses carefully chosen to complement your face shape can enhance the look of a layered, short haircut. Sunglasses worn with short hair adds a look of confidence and sophistication that’s sexy. Spend some time choosing the perfect pair and then wear them often.

5. Don’t overlook the possibilities of using hair accessories such as decorative pins, clips, and combs to change the look of layered, short hair. Most importantly, hold your head up high and move with confidence. There’s nothing sexier than that.