With summer finally upon us, the thought of chopping all your hair off has probably crossed your mind at least 10 times. I don’t blame you, I go through the same struggle every year. You've worked to grow out your hair for as long as you can remember, but with the sun beating down and your back and neck getting sweatier by the second, you’re ready to ditch the feeling of your locks velcro-ing themselves to your skin.
If you’re thinking of taking scissors to your thick hair, celebrity hairstylist Glen Coco—who regularly stylesmodels like Chrissy Teigen, Jasmine Tookes, Olivia Culpo, Josephine Skriver, and many more—has a few tips for you.
“For thick hair, short hair styles should really feel bouncy with not too much weight to it to make it feel really effortless,” says Coco. “Be sure to ask your hair stylist to take out weight in bulky areas, [and] add face framing layers if you feel like you need shorter hair around the face.” Though wigs are definitely an option if you’re not quite ready to commit, Coco says to keep in mind that thick wigs can often look bulky, and it’s usually just better to take the plunge and go for it.
Here are some inspiration photos for you to bring in on your next trip to the salon. Happy chopping!
Flipped
Give your blunt bob a (literal) flare by flipping out the ends. You’ll get the retro look in the cutest way.
Side Bangs
Short hair can perfectly frame a round face with sweeping side bangs and some natural-looking waves.
Choppy Bangs
Constance Wu proves perfection is overrated—her honey-colored, purposefully uneven bangs look stylish without trying.
Wispy Bangs
These fringey eyelash-length bangs make this short haircut even more swoon-worthy.
Half-Up
Make your thick hair more manageable for day-to-day activities by putting it into a half-pony with a deep side part and volume at the crown.
Top Knot
This topknot on Kiki Layne instantly makes you look put-together. The super precise bangs—not a hair out of place—add some edge.
Loose Curls
You can’t go wrong with big, loose curls and a perfectly centered middle part.
Double Buns
This is the ideal hairstyle for a no-wash day: Just throw it up in two adorable buns and slick down your edges.
Low Bun
When in doubt, pull it back. A super slicked down low bun can be both casual and dressed up.
Wet Look
Here's proof the wet look works on different textures. Natural waves look super glossy, shiny, and ready for business.
Retro
Curl and tuck your short hair to get this throwback ballooning style.
Brushed Out
You can add some volume to your roots and part your hair deep to the side to get these fun, teased up ‘80s-inspired curls.
High Pony
Having short hair doesn’t mean that you can’t rock a perky ponytail. Play up the retro vibes with a giant scrunchie and flip out the ends with your straightener.
Ear Tuck
Adrianna Lima seriously knows how to rock a long wavy bob. One side is tucked behind her ear to show off more of her glowing makeup.
Curly Mane
Big, bouncy, natural hair is always a good idea, and this fun cut perfectly frames Bianca Renee’s oval-shaped face.
Silk Scarf
Short hair may look stubby in a low ponytail but, as Gemma Chan demonstrates, a silk scarf instantly dresses the style up.
Slick Pixie
If you’re looking for a really dramatic style, chop off all your locks and rock a pixie cut. You can use hairspray and styling gel to flatten your cut to your head to achieve Bella Hadid’s Met Gala look.
Messy Curls
Tight, curly texture looks even better when it’s styled in a choppy, layered cut.
The Jackie
Emily Ratajkowski's voluminous bob and side bangs look inspired by Jackie Kennedy.
The Momager
Thick hair looks even better in a fringe-y pixie cut with choppy layers and some deep side bangs.
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