It’s hard not to admire a woman who can rock short hair. While long, luxuriant tresses always turn heads, we’re just as amazed when we see a woman with a perfectly styled short haircut. Aside from the fact that pixies, bobs, and other short ‘dos always look cool, we also think the ladies who sport them are brave for doing something that takes a lot of guts — chopping all their hair off.

Taking the leap from long to short is not easy, perhaps because many women think long hair is more versatile, elegant, or sexy. But we’re here to show you that short hairstyles can be just as varied and chic. Whether you’re looking for a casual, everyday look or a more formal, party-ready ‘do, whether your hair is straight, curly, or afro-textured, there’s a cute short style that you’ll fall in love with.

Ready for the big chop? Here are 50 short hairstyles to inspire you.

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Emilia Clarke’s Short Half Updo

Even with such a short length to work with, there are a lot of cute ways to style this cut. Try a center-parted half updo like Emilia Clarke is wearing here, and add some volume to the crown for a touch of retro.

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Julianne Hough’s Choppy Bob

Here, Julianne Hough teams choppy layers with waves for a short style that looks equal parts sweet and edgy.

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Christina Ricci’s Short Wavy Cut with Bangs

Big waves are a great way of prettying up short hair. Christina Ricci has thin hair but her waves give the illusion of fullness. Plus, bangs are ideal for balancing out a wide forehead.

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Lindsay Ellingson’s Asymmetrical Wavy Bob

Giving your short haircut an asymmetrical silhouette like Lindsay Ellingson’s results in a cool and ultra-modern look. The piecey texture also adds volume and dimension.