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The Best Short Haircut Inspiration for Summer

Cuts that will keep you cool in the hot, hot heat.

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Sexy, shiny, sleek and all above the shoulders, let these cuts convince you to chop it all off this season. Trust us, as soon as the weather hits 90°, you'll know you made the right decision.

Not ready to go short? Try these medium-length haircuts and long hairstyles instead.

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Lupita Nyong'o proves that you can still wear a hair barrette with ultrashort hair. For extra definition, work a razor-sharp part in.

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Copy Miranda Kerr and vary the size of your curls for bounce and volume.

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Kylie Jenner's blunt chop is the perfect match for shiny jet-black color.

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For an above-the-shoulder bob, take your hairstyle cues from Emma Watson and opt for a side part with shiny curls.

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Jourdan Dunn's smooth, rounded bob looks even sleeker with a wash of gradient color.

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Who says short haircuts are boring? Muss up your hair at the roots with a bit of gel spray like Alexa Chung for rock 'n' roll texture.

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This short angled chop is perfect for Cate Blanchett and anyone else who has strong features and stunning bone structure.

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S-wave curls add texture and definition to Lily Collins's brief bob.

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BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JANUARY 09:  Actress Anne Hathaway arrives at the 15th Annual AFI Awards at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on January 9, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California.  (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

Anne Hathaway adds soft waves and a deep part to add femininity to a grown-out pixie.

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BERLIN, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 14: Audrey Tautou attends the Closing Ceremony of the 65th Berlinale International Film Festival on February 14, 2015 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Isa Foltin/Getty Images)

Audrey Tatou embraces her thick curls with a pixie cut and plenty of volume.

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BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 22:  Singer Beyonce arrives at the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 22, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California.  (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

Beyoncé opts for a center part and soft waves around the face.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 25:  Actress Emma Stone arrives at the 21st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 25, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.  (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

Looking for a polished alternative? Make like Emma Stone and pull your locks into a ponytail with a deep side part.

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Sleek is chic according to Kate Mara. Try a classic half up, half down style with hair pulled low behind the ears. An embellished barrette adds a finishing touch.

Sleek is chic according to Kate Mara. Try a classic half up, half down style with hair pulled low behind the ears. An embellished barrette adds a finishing touch.

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BEVERLY HILLS, CA - FEBRUARY 22:  Actress Malin Akerman arrives at the 2015 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Graydon Carter at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on February 22, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California.  (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

Malin Akerman nails the California cool-girl look by crimping her short hair and adding big volume.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 21: Kristen Stewart attends the Chanel And Charles Finch Pre-Oscar Dinner at Madeo Restaurant on February 21, 2015 in West Hollywood, California.(Photo by JB Lacroix/WireImage)

When in doubt, go for lots of shine and a pulled back updo like Kristen Stewart's.

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HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 22:  Actress Scarlett Johansson attends the 87th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Center on February 22, 2015 in Hollywood, California.  (Photo by Ethan Miller/WireImage)

Opt for something a little more daring, like Scarlett Johansson's undercut.

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HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 24:  Actress Margot Robbie arrives at the Los Angeles World Premiere Of Warner Bros. Pictures 'Focus' at TCL Chinese Theatre on February 24,2015 in Hollywood, California.  (Photo by Barry King/FilmMagic)

When perfecting this look, plenty of hairspray and a fine comb is necessary. Margot Robbie nails it by creating two deep parts on either side of her forehead (pin at the back with bobby pins), and plenty of volume in front.

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