This soft style lets natural hair do its thing. We love how it's worn here, with romantic, neutral makeup, but it would also be a great way to showcase a bold lipstick.

We can't get enough of this reddish-brown short hairstyle, paired with a glossy lip and small stud earrings.

Viola Davis' retro waves are the style to copy for your next night out. The chestnut highlights catch the light and make her hair look shiny and healthy.

If you think short hair can only be worn one way, take a cue from Lupita Nyong'o. The actress seemingly wears her short hair differently every time we see her. We're partial to this short-on-the-sides look with a little height at the crown -- it looks easy, breezy and oh-so-chic.

The tapered cut and mixture of blonde and brunette shades help Chrisette Michele's hairstyle transition seamlessly from day to night -- just add a red lip and some mega-lashes and you're good to go.