Confidence, happiness, sophistication – That’s what today’s short haircuts say about the modern woman. Short haircuts walk in a room and everyone watches as they walk by because they are so trendy. A woman who wears a short hair cut is poised and beautiful. She is sure of herself and knows what she wants out of life.

A short haircut says all these things about the women who wear them. There’s no doubt that it takes a lot of guts to cut your hair short. Most women don’t even dare to try it. But, if you are assertive enough and you really want a short haircut, go for it. Let the scissors do their thing on you.

Short haircuts are easier to care for than long haircuts and they never seem to go out of style. For conservative short hair, all you have to do is apply some mousse and blow dry for a soft look. For a trendier look, use gel or pomade to spike the tips.

Some short haircuts that you might want to consider are the classic bob, flicked coarse locks, wide sides with a short nape, head huggers, and feathered along the bottom.

Halle Berry’s famous short haircut is something all women want. To achieve her look, you need to have medium to thick hair. If you have that, just bring a picture of Halle to your favorite stylist and have them give you the short haircut you desire. For styling at home, apply gel and scrunch dry your hair. Molding cream can also be added to the ends to give shape to your hair.

The wispy effect is also in and can be done by texturing the ends, meaning the ends are slightly layered. This short haircut is a great way to add depth around the nape.

There are so many short haircuts to choose from its hard to decide which one is right for you. Consider everything about yourself—the shape of your face, your body type, your outlook on life, and your personal style—before choosing a short haircut. Consider your hair texture and ask your stylist for some great suggestions. Do all of this and you’ll be turning heads in no time.