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Short And Sweet: 15 Hairstyle Ideas Inspired By Scarlett Johansson’s Short Hair

Find out how to achieve ScarJo’s signature short hairstyles!
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Let’s face it: we’re all in love with ScarJo – but it’s her ever-changing hairstyles that keep us on our toes! As one of the most successful actresses of all time, she knows how to grab everyone’s attention on-screen and on the red carpet. Like most celebs, she loves to play around with her style, but she takes it up a notch by having a new hairdo every time we see her!

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From long flowing locks and mid-length bobs to fringes and pixie cuts – she’s done it all. If you love Scarlett Johansson with short hair, then you’re in for a treat! We’ll inspire you with pictures of our favourite styles so your hairdresser can replicate your desired look with ease.

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Why We Love ScarJo

Scarlett came from humble beginnings with indie film roles during her teenage years. She got her big break in 2003 when she played the unforgettable Charlotte in Lost In Translation, and it instantly launched her into superstardom. The world took notice of her unique on-screen appeal and we couldn’t get enough! Just like that, the award-winning actress became a Hollywood sex symbol and fashion icon.

Since then, she’s starred in multiple films and Broadway musicals, proving how versatile she is as an actress and a singer. But it was her debut as Marvel’s Black Widow in Iron Man 2 that kicked her career into high gear! She plays an important part in The Avengers movies, but one of her more notable performances was for a voice-acting role in Spike Jonze’s Her.

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Top 15 Looks: Scarlett Johansson With Short Hair

Scarlett is a total hair chameleon! She has a classic heart-shaped face, which gives her endless possibilities for wearing her hair. So, what convinced her to chop it all off? She confessed in an interview with Refinery29: “I [was] always stuffing it under a wig, so I just cut it off. Everybody kept saying, ‘Don’t cut your hair! You might hate it!’ But, then I thought, why am I letting other people tell me what to do?”

If you want to be as fierce as ScarJo, we’ve compiled the best images to inspire your next haircut along with what face shapes suit each style!

Scarlett Johansson at the world premiere of Walt Disney
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15. Wavy Blonde Updo (2002)

Why We Love It: This tousled up hairstyle is gentle, playful, and effortless to achieve with the right layers!

Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson at the New York premiere of 'The Island'
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14. Twisted Updo (2005)

Why We Love It: This look adds a feminine twist to her short updo with side-swept bangs and short sides.

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Face Shape: Round, heart-shaped, or oval

Scarlett Johansson at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival for the
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13. Puffy Updo (2010)

Why We Love It: Voluminous and powerful, this combed back hairstyle has everyone standing at attention!

Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

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13. Puffy Updo (2010)

Why We Love It: Voluminous and powerful, this combed back hairstyle has everyone standing at attention!

Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson at the 64th Annual Tony Awards
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12. Redhead Bed Head (2011)

Why We Love It: ScarJo serves us some Natasha Romanoff realness with her messy redhead look.

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Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson at the 5th Annual 'Guys Choice Awards' for Spike TV
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11. Beachy Bob (2011)

Why We Love It: Breezy and sun-kissed, this short, layered lob brightened up the red carpet at the Academy Awards!

Face Shape: All face shapes

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Scarlett Johansson at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards
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10. Braided Bombshell (2012)

Why We Love It: ScarJo rocks this regal crown of braids fit for a queen!

Face Shape: Round, heart-shaped, and oval

Scarlett Johansson at the premiere of Marvel Avengers
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9. Wet And Wild (2014)

Why We Love It: Her wet hair look is dripping with gorgeousness, highlighting all the different hues of her natural hair. 

Face Shape: Round, heart-shaped, and oval

Scarlett Johansson at the 24th Annual Gotham Awards
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8. Ombre Pixie Undercut (2015)

Why We Love It: This tapered, swirly hairstyle is proof that you can be edgy and elegant at the same time!

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Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson at the premiere of
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7. Side Swept Bangs

Why We Love It: ScarJo reminds us that all you need is a tinge of fringe to frame your face perfectly!

Face Shape: Round, heart-shaped, or oval

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Scarlett Johansson at the 2015 MTV Movie Awards
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6. Brunette Beauty

Why We Love It: Her brown hair flows into a lovely shape that compliments her cheekbones and sharp jawline.

Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

A close up of Scarlett Johansson at the Variety's Power Of Women Luncheon
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5. Ombre Pixie Buzz Cut (2017)

Why We Love It: Scarlett puts some flair into her hair with highlighted tips that give off shiny gradients like no other.

Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson in a opaque dress at the Annual Academy Awards
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4. Cropped At The Top (2017)

Why We Love It: Few women are brave enough to cut off large chunks of their hair, but we’re living for ScarJo’s cropped look!

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Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson at the premiere of 'Ghost In The Shell'
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3. Side-Swept Updo (2017)

Why We Love It: Mixed with hues of brown and blonde, this delicate style is easy on the eyes with its feathered layers.

Face Shape: Round, heart-shaped, or oval

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Scarlett Johansson at the 17st Annual Tony Awards
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2. Slicked Back (2017)

Why We Love It: This clean and chic hairdo is memorable for its fashion-forward style and simplicity.

Face Shape: Round or heart-shaped

Scarlett Johansson at the New York premiere of 'Rough Night'
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1. Hollywood Glam (2004)

Why We Love It: This glamorous hairstyle is versatile and voluptuous – perfect for a total vixen like ScarJo!

Face Shape: All shapes

Scarlett Johansson at the 75th Annual Academy Awards
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Go Short!

As long as you pick a hairstyle that suits your face and lifestyle, there’s nothing to be afraid of. Going short may seem intimidating at first, but if you’ve got the ScarJo confidence to back it up, we’re sure you can rock it like a pro!

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