50 Cool Undercut Hairstyles for Women in 2023

Published By Brooke
Updated 02-20-2023

The undercut is not just for the guys! These fabulous photos of female undercuts will have you on the phone to your stylist in no time at all. This hot trend is easy to get, and it can help you make your hair more artistic and manageable at the same time.

The undercut is ideal for those that want some edgy style that they can also hide at times. If you are a working girl, then you may have a dress code that prohibits some styles so the undercut may be the answer you are looking for. No one has to know what is under that cute bob of yours.

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4. Long Black Undercut Braided Design

Long Black Undercut Braided Design

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This very long major undercut takes a lot of weight off the thickness of the model's hair due to the undercut side design as well as those tight braids. This combo allows for an edgy look that can be easily hidden by unbraiding the hair. The design around the ears and temple may still show a little, but it is subtle enough for most anywhere.

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[tps_header]The undercut is not just for the guys! These fabulous photos of female undercuts will have you on the phone to your stylist in no time at all. This hot trend is easy to get, and it can help you make your hair more artistic and manageable at the same time.The undercut is ideal for those that want some edgy style that they can also hide at times. If you are a working girl, then you may have a dress code that prohibits some styles so the undercut may be the answer you are looking for. No one has to know what is under that cute bob of yours.[/tps_header]

The Most Stylish Undercut Haircut Ideas

Women’s undercut styles are the way to make a statement and personalize any hairstyle you wear. It’s not just a nape undercut or a classic side undercut.Modern undercuts for women include a variety of long hair and short hair options like undercut ponytail, asymmetrical undercut, undercut with design, the side-swept hard part, curly undercut, as well as numerous eye-catching hair color options. Find your perfect undercut hair in the gallery:

1. Creative Triangle Nape Undercut for WomenCreative Triangle Nape Undercut for Women

@missgoldenoneYour love of the extraterrestrial can be shown with this far-out undercut hairstyle. The extra design is optional, and you can also add some color to this triangle nape undercut.

2. Wavy Undercut Hairstyle

Wavy Undercut Hairstyle@salon_voblakahThis classic feminine wavy look gets an edge with the undercut. Ladies with very thick hair should consider an undercut as an alternative to getting rid of the overall length of hair they love.

3. Pixie Undercut with Shaved Design

Pixie Undercut with Shaved Design@kawaicat_salonThis sharp and creative pixie undercut is ideal for those of us that love bright and unboring hair solutions. This is a very bold undercut that is done on the side so not for those that want a look that is easy to hide at times.

4. Long Black Undercut Braided Design

Long Black Undercut Braided Design@olesya.hairstylistThis very long major undercut takes a lot of weight off the thickness of the model's hair due to the undercut side design as well as those tight braids. This combo allows for an edgy look that can be easily hidden by unbraiding the hair. The design around the ears and temple may still show a little, but it is subtle enough for most anywhere.

5. Afro Hair Undercut

Afro Hair Undercut@mark_the_barber_414This look is a unique take on the undercut. The nape undercut design creates a balance between the skin and the height of the look. It would be great to play with temporary colors as well.

6. Striped Undercut Pixie Cut

Striped Undercut Pixie Cut@zulfiya__kyarimovaThis is a very short and daring look, but you have to love the pattern. This undercut hairstyle takes it down to the skin and the contrast between the deep dark and acid purple undercut parts are striking. Just make sure you are ready for such a short look as it can take some time to get hair back after such a short cut.

7. Side Undercut with Color Pop

Side Undercut with Color Pop@vera_punxhaircoloristIf you are fan of jewel tone hot colors, then this undercut is something you are going to love. The extreme length on top and the blend from green to yellow are not so hard to achieve with carefully applied color. Top hair should be bleached first and then colored for bright looks.

8. Pink Asymmetrical Undercut

Pink Asymmetrical Undercut@kawaicat_salonThis is an eccentric cut, but if you are looking for a very different take on your pixie cut, then this is one to consider.

9. The Boy Short Undercut

The Boy Short Undercut@kawaicat_salonThis is the classic basic undercut that a lot of guys get but it can show off the beautiful face of a woman as well, and it can be had at any barber with ease.

10. Women’s Undercut Hair Tattoo

Women’s Undercut Hair Tattoo@yiota_artofhairIf you consider getting a neck tattoo, then you might try having an undercut hairstyle with the tattoo effect first.

11. Crop Circle

Crop Circle@kay.n90This phenomenon-inspired design is stunning when combined with three-tone hair.

12. Crown Braid Undercut Hairstyle

Crown Braid Undercut Hairstyle@jkbeautyexpertWith this look, you will always be in your crowning glory. When unbraided there is also enough length to style a multitude of ways. You could also add ribbons or another adornment to this look.

13. Top Knot Undercut With Geometric Design

Top Knot Undercut With Geometric Design@colorcutandcoffeeShowing your respect for your religion is common in undercuts. No matter what your faith, you could use it to inspire your hair design.

14. Fall Color Undercut Pixie

Fall Color Undercut Pixie@kawaicat_salonThis is one of the more colorful undercut styles on the list and will get a lot of attention. We are intrigued by the combination of color and different lengths of the hair.

15. Flower Swirl African American Undercut Hairstyle

Flower Swirl African American Undercut Hairstyle@mean_neanThis super short mohawk look is given a feminine edge with the swirling flowers. While it can be difficult to add in details of more complicated flowers, you can use any flower ti inspire.

16. Girl Next Door Blonde Undercut Haircut

Girl Next Door Blonde Undercut Haircut@courtneyxcentrichairThis undercut hairstyle is going to be very visible, but it is a look that is a good transition from a shorter bob to an undercut. The waves are pretty.

17. Mullet Haircut with Undercut

Mullet Haircut with Undercut@craigpiattisalonThe old school mullet and a buzzed Z-line are all about free rebellious spirit in this exciting undercut.

18. Stunning Red Bob Undercut Hairstyle

Stunning Red Bob Undercut Hairstyle@funhaircolourThis is a very eye-catching undercut because the bright red and white bob itself looks so sexy, but when you show off the overall intricacy of the underneath design, it becomes mindblowing.

19. Purple Side-Swept Undercut

Purple Side-Swept Undercut@kawaicat_salonThis tribal side-swept undercut pairs well with the intricate earrings, and the cosmic purple-blue hair color makes you look twice more unique.

20. Spiky Shaved Mohawk for Thin Hair

Spiky Shaved Mohawk for Thin Hair@beautybyweetzieThis has to be about the brightest mohawk you can get, so just admire the fun of it.

21. Braided Top Knot Undercut Hairstyle

Braided Top Knot Undercut Hairstyle@alex_haircraftWhat do you see in this creative braided pink design? It is a look that draws you in and makes you think for a few minutes.

22. Updo Undercut + Shaved Tattoo

Updo Undercut + Shaved TattooWhile the actual size of the undercut section is large here, it is safe to say that the heart is a subtle yet sweet touch that makes it just a bit different.

23. Dreadlocks with Undercut for Women

Dreadlocks with Undercut for Womendreadfullywild_nzA long hair undercut for women can be a very hot and edgy haircut, especially when you add dreadlocks or box braids to your long hair. Such long hair undercut for women looks cool and can make wearing long hair more comfortable.

24. Platinum Curly Undercut Pixie

Platinum Curly Undercut PixieschouvimuahCurly hair can sometimes leave its owners at a loss as to how to control it. A pixie undercut hairstyle for women reduces the volume and creates an interesting and more manageable look for curly hair type.

25. Short Shaved Undercut with Braid

Short Shaved Undercut with Braiddonate_hair_mumbaiWearing your hair braided just got a lot more interesting with this pirate inspired tribal look. Taking the plunge to have that much contrast may be hard for some ladies but look at the lovely undercut long hair style you can get.

26. Feminine Undercut for Long Hair with Loose Waves & Braid

Feminine Undercut for Long Hair with Loose Waves & BraidblackorchidhairThis is an undercut long hair style that combines several in one. Braiding can be done a lot of ways, and you can add in hair gems, leather laces, or other accessories to change it up. Natural hair color, a gently shaved side, side-swept long wavy pixie will frame any face shape giving just the right amount of femininity and brutality.

27. Blonde Short Hair with an Undercut

Blonde Short Hair with an UndercuthairmastertanyaThe best undercut hairstyles feature various undercut designs on the shaved nape or skin fade sides. Such a short boyish undercut will suit oval face shapes. Experimenting with shaved designs is just what makes women's undercuts personalized.

28. Freehand Moon Design Nape Undercut

Freehand Moon Design Nape UndercutcoronacosmetologyThis geometric undercut hairstyle with moon-shaved design, natural roots, and longer hair on top is somewhat mysterious and very intriguing as a result.

29. Platinum Under Shaved Pixie

 Platinum Under Shaved PixieshearsforfearsThe top of this blonde undercut hairstyle has such a big swirl to it, making it stand out from other curly undercut hairstyle ideas. The bottom undercut part is down to the skin, providing a huge contrast.

30. Pronged Bowl Cut Pronged Bowl Cut

hannahheinrichbeautyWanna impress the fashion world? of women's undercut hairstyles. Look no more but this bowl undercut short hairstyle. The shape is only the beginning, next you discover those sweet hearts hair tattoo on the shaved sides and get stunned by the color. This undercut design is a good look for fans of the Asian style.

31. Black To Red Long Hair Undercut

Black To Red Long Hair UndercutnaomimoxhamThe dark to deep hot red long hair undercut hairstyle for women is popular for a reason. This undercut haircut has a lot of contrast: getting a shaved side while on another side the hair grows long. The side sweep softens this long undercut hairstyle a lot.

32. Red Blonde French Braid Hawk

Female Undercuts Red Blonde French Braid HawkIf you can’t decide between long and short and love the beauty of braids, then have a look at this interesting take on the mohawk.

33. Bright Red Tapered Hawk & Geometrics

 Female Undercuts Red GeometricsAn impossible to miss geometric design that puts someones face front and center.

34. Sterling Blue Scallop Cut

Female Undercuts Scallop LaceThis look almost looks like a scalloped cap at the bottom. The lines of the look are simple, but the overall effect is far from simple.

35. Shooting Star Undercut

Female Undercuts Shooting StarWe love how this bold undercut makes you follow the lines as it the star is flying away. Stars are a very popular design for undercuts because they have simple lines that look fantastic.

36. Simple Pastel Contrast

 Female Undercuts Simple PastelThis is just a simple v line undercut but the rainbow of pastels on top provides such a fab contrast. Pastel colors are popular right now but require a lot of lightening before the pastel colors to get a visible effect.

37. French Side Braid Blonde Slicked Back Undercut

 Female Undercuts Small French Side Braid & Light BlondeThis is many looks in one that is for sure! The braids provide a more beautiful line between the shorter and longer parts of this look.

38. Square Within Square Undercut Hairstyle

Square Within Square Undercut HairstyleThis looks like many squares within another square. The two-tone ombre look is another hot aspect of this cut.

39. Asymmetrical Squiggle Bob

 Female Undercuts Squiggle BobThis Bob is a stunning example of what you can get with a good bob cut.

40. Gothic Swirl Short Bob with Shapes Undercut

Gothic Swirl Short Bob with Shapes UndercutThis look is bold and going to put your hair in the spotlight. The taper from longer to shorter is very pronounced.

41. Rockabilly Undercut for Curly Hair

Rockabilly Undercut for Curly HairFor natural girls with a lot of very thick locks, this undercut lets you have the best of creative undercut style and keeping long locks under control.

42. Geometric Undercut Hairstyle

Geometric Undercut HairstyleThe symmetry and shapes of this design make it simply incredible.

43. Red Ginger Tribal Two Tone Undercut

Girl Undercuts Tribal RedThe fire colored top of this look makes for a very amazing tribal look when combined with the lines of the undercut.

44. Bottom Tribal Swirl

Female Undercuts Tribal SwirlThis tribal swirl is basic but adds a lot to an otherwise plain longer hairstyle.

45. Abstract Women's Undercut Design + Updo

Abstract Women's Undercut Design + UpdoThis Native American inspired look is breathtaking. The birds flying from behind the ear create a unique look and the attention to detail on the feathers shows that this was done my a true hair artist.

46. Hidden Star

Female Undercuts Hidden StarWhere did it go? For those that want a more mysterious look, there is the partial star undercut with shaved sides.

47. Long Black

Female Undercuts Long BlackThis is a very light undercut in that it only goes a few inches up he back of the head. It does show that you can get a neat design without doing a very heavy or large undercut if you like the look but don’t want to cut off a lot of hair right away.

48. Purple V

Female Undercuts Purple VFor those with thick hair that they like to spice up, this simple V style combined with a long purple and black top piece is the solution they need for hot style.

49. Star Flower Ponytail Undercut Hairstyle

Female Undercuts Star FlowerThis large flower design will have you wanting to wear your hair in more ponytails and bun because why would you want to hide all that beauty? This is an intricate look that requires a talented and experienced hair cutter to get right.

50. Sterling White Slanted Lines

Female Undercuts Sterling GloryWhile this undercut is just done with slanted lines that converge, the overall look is attractive and the darker hair when combined with the sterling white color truly jumps out at you.

Planning Out Your Undercut

An female undercuts requires cutting some of your hair very short which can be a bit intimidating, especially for those that have never had short hair. Luckily you can see that some of the examples above actually cover only a small lower portion on the back of the head.A lot of undercut styles are easy to hide if you find that you don’t want the shorter hair showing or change your mind about your look in some way. In this respect, they are not all as risky as some haircuts that stand out no matter what you do with your hair.Starting with a small design and stepping up to a larger undercut is an excellent choice for those that are struggling with the decision of what undercut to get. If you have thick hair, you may go for a little bit more off the bottom initially.Color can completely change the look of your undercut so you should realize that you have a whole world of temp color or glitter that can be utilized to add some extra glamor or fun when needed. The designs we have shown you are great but don’t be afraid to use them to create a look that is entirely personal and unique to you.

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