Short hair with choppy layers is a hairstyle that combines short hair, typically reaching the shoulders or above, with layers that are cut at different lengths to create a textured, voluminous look. For instance, a layered pixie cut or a shaggy bob are common examples.
This hairstyle offers several benefits, such as adding volume to fine hair, creating movement and texture, and framing the face to accentuate features. Historically, short hair with choppy layers gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, coinciding with the rise of punk and new wave fashion.