African American in Short Spiky Hairstyle with Red Hair Color
If you want a very short hairstyle, how about this spiky look with an asymmetrical fringe that's angled? She has a very dark brown or black base with funky wine-colored highlights in the center.
The sides you might like this way although they are virtually buzzcut, so you may prefer a bit thicker. However, some black women today do have the same extreme length (lack thereof) on the sides, too.