26 Short Haircut Designs Your Barber Needs To See

The beauty of having a closely cut coif is discovering just how versatile it is.

We’ve never subscribed to the notion that shorter hair means having less styling options, and the amount of inspiration out there is proof of that. As of late, we’re seeing more and more women trade in the traditional salon for barbershops and the results are truly amazing.

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There’s no limit to the amount of designs we can rock and per usual, we’re screenshotting a slew of beauties who aren’t afraid to get adventurous with their line-ups.

Whether you’re thinking of a big chop or need to spruce up your ‘do for spring, keep scrolling for seriously stunning inspo. 

1 of 25 @brittj_mua/ instagram

Keep it simple and chic with a line down either side of your fro. 

2 of 25 @Mary_Jaine/instagram

Maintain your close cut with smaller lines on either side. 

3 of 25 @blackhaiirstyles/instagram

The more lines, the better--right?!

4 of 25 @bashab__/ instagram

Create a peak-a-boo cut with a shaved side just above the ear. 

5 of 25 @sxvllen/instagram

Don't forget to add some color into the mix!

6 of 25 @diosasalnatural/instagram

A cut fit for a queen. 

7 of 25 @stepthebarber/ @lexgaines_/instagram

A blonde bombshell slay. 

8 of 25 @stepthebarber @ohhhjas_/instagram

A minimal cut that exudes maximum beauty. 

9 of 25 @stepthebarber/instagram

Cool and confident. 

10 of 25 @wayne_thebarber @skimeaux/ instagram

Z marks the spot. 

11 of 25 @mrs_tahirah/instagram

Saving this one to our Pinterest board.

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Create cool lines to rock on either side of your mohawk. 

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We're in love with this side profile. 

14 of 25 @amandizzllee/instagram

Sleek and smooth. 

15 of 25 @thecutlife @sib_vicious/instagram

We love seeing seeing Sib Vicious experiment with different designs on her signature cut. 

16 of 25 @stepthebarber/instagram

This line-up is fierce. 

17 of 25 @stepthebarber @blushedbynaomie/ instagram

A curly top for the win! 

18 of 25 @thcutlife @spiritualroyalt/ instagram

Amp up your blonde cut with parallel lines. 

19 of 25 @thecutlife @_cocofoxxmua/instagram

Loving the juxtaposition of loose curls and tapered sides. 

20 of 25 @rics_barbershop @esterlymelo/ instagram

Lightning strikes this fierce do. 

21 of 25 @stepthebarber/instagram

Simple and chic. 

22 of 25 @tedrachonte/ instagram

Too wavy!

23 of 25 @blackhaiirstyles/instagram

Swooning over these lines. 

24 of 25 @arispella/instagram

What's cooler than an ombre mohawk?!

25 of 25 @lolaoj/instagram

Triple the lines for top notch slayage.