Short wavy hair with bangs ranges from pixie to bob-length cut, creating a fuller and voluminous hairstyle. This look features a fringe to suit women of any face shape.
Hairstylist Jen Molina of Denver, CO describes this style as fun and playful. It makes fine and thin locks appear fuller.
Women with thicker tresses can also wear this look. Thin out or add texture to the hair so it doesn’t look like a mushroom.
A short hairstyle with bangs requires commitment. It can be high-maintenance, depending on your hair type. If you’re willing to style your fringe every morning, go for it!
“Any type of bangs look great with short wavy hair but choose the length that would flatter your face better,” says Molina.
Consult your stylist and discuss the maintenance. Ask for the best products to use to sustain the wavy style.
Molina explains, “This is important since every woman’s hair is different. Certain hair types need certain products and tools to achieve a gorgeous look.”
Keep in mind that you wouldn’t be able to pull up short hair into a bun or ponytail. If your lifestyle demands you to wear an updo, a short chop isn’t ideal.
Time for another salon visit. Check out these inspiring photos of trendy ideas to pull off short wavy hair with bangs!
#1: Soft Waves with Blunt Bangs
Soft beach waves with blunt bangs are uber-flattering for an angular face shape. This short crop creates movement around the jawline, balancing out hard angles and sharp edges.
#2: Chin-Length Wavy Blonde Hair
Chin-length wavy blonde hair is a complimentary crop for graying locks. The dimensional blonde hue of this short hairstyle helps blend gray hair as it grows out due to the tones being so similar. Women who have gray roots should definitely opt for this crop.
#3: Short Wavy Haircut with Subtle Layers
A short wavy haircut with subtle layers is the ultimate wavy style. As haircuts with fringe become more popular, set yourself apart by adding a wavy texture and dimensional blonde highlights.
#4: Mini Mullet with Wavy Bangs
Cute in the front and cute in the back, a mini mullet with wavy bangs is a must-try! Those looking for a cut that incorporates wavy bangs for short hair should try this fashionable crop.
#5: Face-Framing Bob with Wispy Bangs
A face-framing bob with wispy bangs is a great choice for Asian hair. Oftentimes, a wavy haircut can be hard to achieve on this hair type, as Asian hair tends to be heavier and very straight. This isn’t always the case, but if this rings true for you, opting for a shorter length will remove some of the weight, making wavier styles more possible.
#6: Very Short Shag with Piece-y Bangs
Women over 50 will love a very short shag with piece-y bangs. This cute crop is uber-flattering on aging hair and simple to style. For an extra oomph of volume when styling this crop, spritz your hair with a bit of salt spray before drying, or dry texture spray if your hair is already dry.
#7: Messy Razored Bob with a Fringe
If wavier hairstyles with bangs are what you desire, then a messy razored bob with a fringe is your answer! This choppy, textured crop can look good on nearly any face shape so long as your stylist keeps the length just below the jawline.
#8: Wavy Shagged Bob with Tousled Layers
Transform your look with a wavy shagged bob with tousled layers! Women looking for a big change will enjoy the impact of short wavy hair with bangs and layers. Pro Tip: When styling this crop, keep a bottle of sea salt spray on hand. A soft mist of this spritz will amplify your texture before styling.
#9: Wavy Copper Bob with Side Bangs
Warm-haired women will love a wavy copper bob with side bangs. Short wavy hair with side bangs looks particularly good with warmer copper and red tones. To keep your locks as vibrant and fresh as the day you left the salon, be sure to grab a color depositing shampoo and conditioner from your stylist at the end of your appointment.
#10: Neck-Length Layered Shaggy Bob
A neck-length layered shaggy bob is a shorter take on the 70s hair trend. Women who desire a hip style full of movement and body should try short layered wavy hair with bangs.
#11: Messy Waves and Bangs for Thick Hair
Messy waves and bangs are the best crop for thick hair. A short haircut is often not recommended for women with thicker hair, but a shaggier, textured crop will actually make hair more manageable and easier to style. To ensure the best result on thicker hair, be sure to ask your stylist for a heavily textured, layered look.
#12: Choppy Bob with Subtle Waves
Also known as the Bixie, a choppy bob with subtle waves is a must-try! Women looking for hairstyles with bangs will love this popular bob cut.
#13: Straight Bangs on a Wavy Bob
Straight bangs on a wavy bob are back! And they look incredible on women over 60. This take on the short wavy bob with bangs incorporates dual textures, putting a unique spin on this classic crop.
#14: Wavy Inverted Bob with Baby Bangs
Women looking for a low-maintenance crop will love a wavy inverted bob with baby bangs. A wavy inverted bob with bangs not only grows out seamlessly, but the length of the bangs means you will get more time in between trims.
#15: Choppy Haircut with Middle Part Bangs
If you’re looking for a wavy hairstyle to try, go for a choppy haircut with middle-part bangs. This versatile hairstyle can be worn wavy or straight, half up/half down, or with a flipped part. With so many styling possibilities you can create a whole new you every day!
#16: Jaw-Length Wavy French Bob
Amplify a jaw-length wavy french bob with some bouncy waves! When styling this crop, reach for a large barrel curling iron rather than a flat iron to create a voluminous body and movement.
#17: Wavy Layered Pixie Cut
A wavy layered pixie cut, or “bixie,” is the ear-length haircut trend that everyone is trying. Women who desire a “big chop” should try this wavy pixie cut with bangs as it keeps the hair cropped without going too short. This way, you still have length to style while keeping hair off your neck and shoulders.
Related: See more pixies with bangs.
#18: Razor Cut Bob with Long Bangs
Fine-haired ladies need a razor cut bob with long bangs. This short cut is universally flattering on fine hair and is easy to maintain due to its super blended texture and blunt ends.
#19: Tousled Mullet Shag with Curly Bangs
Women with texture in their locks should try a tousled mullet shag with curly bangs. Short cuts with bangs pair perfectly with textured hair as the cropped length allows the texture to truly shine.
#20: Short Wavy Cut with Brow-Length Bangs
Brunette babes will love a short wavy cut with brow-length bangs. The length of this wavy hairstyle allows light to travel the distance of the hair strand, highlighting the dimension of your brown. An added bonus? This crop creates major volume from the crown, down.
#21: Cropped Bob with Side-Swept Bangs
A cropped bob with side-swept bangs can do wonders for fine hair. Typically, a short wavy bob with a fringe can create the illusion of thicker fuller hair. This is due to the shorter length combined with a full, side-swept bang.
#22: Low-Maintenance Razored French Bob
A low-maintenance razored french bob is the ultimate “cool girl crop.” A la Amelie, this short style gives off a classic yet fashion-forward vibe, making it appropriate for every occasion but also incredibly eye-catching.
#23: Edgy Textured Shag with Short Bangs
Show off your unique taste with an edgy textured shag with short bangs! Wavy cuts and hairstyles with fringe are in, but this edgy, shaggy cut is sure to make you stand out in a crowd.
#24: Soft Textured Bob with Curtain Bangs
A soft textured bob with curtain bangs is giving uber-romantic vibes. While short wavy hair with curtain bangs is fairly common, this expertly blended take creates just the right amount of softness around the face, making any woman look and feel angelic.
#25: Short Feathered Layers and Bangs
Short feathered layers and bangs create a youthful appearance on women over 40. The soft texture of these bangs is the crowning jewel of this look as they take years off the face.