Prom season is near, and you're probably so excited. When you're not daydreaming about if your crush will pop the question with a promposal swoon-worthy enough to go viral on TikTok, you're probably searching for the best prom hairstyles. It's one of the biggest nights of the school year, so you can't wear just any look. You need something that will complement your prom 'fit. Whether you recently did a chop or have been rocking a cropped cut throughout high school, a fierce prom hairstyle for short hair guarantees your crown will stand out among the crowd.
Guaranteed, there's a celebrity-inspired style for short hair that'll leave your classmates speechless when you walk through the doors. Super-short pixie cuts, like the one Dixie D'Amelio continues to slay, add a subtle layer of sophistication to your prom aesthetic. Maybe you want to try out a grunge, pop punk-inspired 'do? Channel the energy of Megan Fox and Kourtney Kardashian with a faux-wet look. Or if your school's prom theme is based on a book or a film, like The Great Gatsby, you can serve nostalgic vibes by wearing timeless ringlets. You can even repurpose vintage styles like Y2K-era flipped ponytails or a fluffy 'fro for a disco-era-themed prom.
The countdown to prom is officially on, and there are so many cute hairstyles for short hair. Read ahead to discover glam prom styles for short hair. something you can't wait to recreate on your big night.
Jasmine Washington is an Assistant Editor at Seventeen, where she covers celebrity news, beauty, lifestyle, and more. For the past decade, she has worked for media outlets, including BET, MadameNoire, VH1, and many others, where she used her voice to tell stories across various verticals. Follow her on Instagram.
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