34 Cool Work Hairstyles For Short Hair

cool work hairstyles for short hair

Think that short hair can’t be versatile? That’s not true! Bobs can be styled in various ways for various occasions, and the longer your bob is, the more options you have. Today’s roundup will tell you how to style short hair for work, we won’t discuss blow outs, only hairstyles you can make and some accessories.

Updos

Think that short hair can’t be styled as an updo? Here are some ideas that prove that you can! Make a messy or sleek bun, the longer your bob is, the more options you might try. A simple updo can be also tried, and you can secure it with a claw clip, which is a very trendy accessory.

This messy updo is done with volume and bangs accent the face and the eyes.

This messy updo is done with volume and bangs accent the face and the eyes.

This messy updo with waves is done with a small claw clip, and such a hairstyle can be made fast, on the go.

This messy updo with waves is done with a small claw clip, and such a hairstyle can be made fast, on the go.

Short hair can be styled in a bun, too! Make a small bun and wax the top for a sleek modern look.

Short hair can be styled in a bun, too! Make a small bun and wax the top for a sleek modern look.

This super messy updo can make your outfit look less formal and it's very easy to make.

This super messy updo can make your outfit look less formal and it's very easy to make.

Half Updos

Half updos are comfy in wearing as they keep hair off the face and you can style your bob like that, even a short one. Top your half up with a bun or a ponytail and secure it with a claw clip, hair clips, hair pins and just elastics. A refined metallic hair piece can elevate the look and make it more professional.

This bob is styled as a half updo with large hair clips, it's a stylish idea for work.

This bob is styled as a half updo with large hair clips, it's a stylish idea for work.

This long bob is done as a half updo with a gold barrette for an accent.

This long bob is done as a half updo with a gold barrette for an accent.

This chin bob is styled as a half updo and is secured with a bow.

This chin bob is styled as a half updo and is secured with a bow.

This wavy half updo is done with a volume on top that is secured with a pretty claw clip.

This wavy half updo is done with a volume on top that is secured with a pretty claw clip.

A half updo with a knot on top is a lovely solution for work and not only, and curtains bangs frame the face.

A half updo with a knot on top is a lovely solution for work and not only, and curtains bangs frame the face.

This long bob is a half updo with a large midi bun, and the color block on the hair makes it wow.

This long bob is a half updo with a large midi bun, and the color block on the hair makes it wow.

A half updo is a nice solution, and this one with a messy bun can be made on the go.

A half updo is a nice solution, and this one with a messy bun can be made on the go.

This bob shows off bangs and is styled as a half updo with a ponytail.

This bob shows off bangs and is styled as a half updo with a ponytail.

This midi bob is done with large hair clips that keep the hair off the face.

This midi bob is done with large hair clips that keep the hair off the face.

This simple half updo is elevated with a shiny and chic metallic barette.

This simple half updo is elevated with a shiny and chic metallic barette.

The half updo with a volume on top and bangs is done with a chic minimalist claw clip in gold.

The half updo with a volume on top and bangs is done with a chic minimalist claw clip in gold.

This simple half updo is accented with a rhinestone hairpins that secure the hair on the back.

This simple half updo is accented with a rhinestone hairpins that secure the hair on the back.

Make a wavy half updo and accent it with a lovely shiny metallic hair piece for a trendy touch.

Make a wavy half updo and accent it with a lovely shiny metallic hair piece for a trendy touch.

A half up with a ponytail on top and waves is a fresh way to style your bob haircut.

A half up with a ponytail on top and waves is a fresh way to style your bob haircut.

A volumetric half updo is done with bangs and is secured with a small claw clip.

A volumetric half updo is done with bangs and is secured with a small claw clip.

Make a half updo with a knot on top right on the way to work, it's easy.

Make a half updo with a knot on top right on the way to work, it's easy.

This messy half updo is done with a top knot and a volume on top, it's accented with pearl hair clips.

This messy half updo is done with a top knot and a volume on top, it's accented with pearl hair clips.

A messy midi ponytail is a cool solution for a relaxed day at work, and bangs accent the eyes.

A messy midi ponytail is a cool solution for a relaxed day at work, and bangs accent the eyes.

This half updo is done with a volume on top and bangs accent the eyes.

This half updo is done with a volume on top and bangs accent the eyes.

This sleek half updo is accented with a black ribbon bow, which is in trend right now.

(via hola).

This sleek half updo is accented with a black ribbon bow, which is in trend right now. (via hola).

A casual and a bit messy half updo is secured with a claw clip, which is a trendy accessory.

A casual and a bit messy half updo is secured with a claw clip, which is a trendy accessory.

This modern half updo is accented with a gold hair accessory that raises the level of the look.

This modern half updo is accented with a gold hair accessory that raises the level of the look.

Ponytails

A ponytail is a nice idea for a bob, and you can make a sleek one waxing the top or a messy one and even add waves. Try a barrette instead of an elastic to make your look cooler.

This messy low ponytail is done with waves and volume and it looks stylish and chic.

This messy low ponytail is done with waves and volume and it looks stylish and chic.

This small midi ponytail with bangs and a gold barrette is a cool way to style your short bob.

This small midi ponytail with bangs and a gold barrette is a cool way to style your short bob.

A small ponytail is a cool solution that you can make fast, and a good idea for a bad hair day.

A small ponytail is a cool solution that you can make fast, and a good idea for a bad hair day.

Other Ideas

A simple bob with hair down can be accented with a usual or padded headband, it can help you vary the look. Some hairpins can be used to keep your hair off the face, secure it to the side. Take a look at the ideas below to get inspired!

A sleek bob can be accessorized with a padded headband for a catchy Old Money look.

A sleek bob can be accessorized with a padded headband for a catchy Old Money look.

This midi bob is accented with a leopard print headband for a lovely and chic look.

This midi bob is accented with a leopard print headband for a lovely and chic look.

This messy wavy bob is accented with a padded headband for a slight Old Money feel.

(via fabmood).

This messy wavy bob is accented with a padded headband for a slight Old Money feel. (via fabmood).

A short bob can be accented with a padded headband to make it look more eye-catching.

(via fashionisers).

A short bob can be accented with a padded headband to make it look more eye-catching. (via fashionisers).

This chin bob is accented with a rhinestone hairpin that holds just some hair off the face.

This chin bob is accented with a rhinestone hairpin that holds just some hair off the face.