Almost three weeks ago I finally cut my hair short, an idea I’ve been playing with for a while (Erin Fetherston, above, and Charlize were my inspiration). I’ve never been a long hair heaven kind of girl, I have never cared for the look much, nor was it the one that suited me best. I’ve also never been of the opinion that I’m taking risks when it comes to a change of look. It’s something I feel very comfortable about and that comes naturally on a very regular basis. I had donned this sort of short styles before, but I had forgotten how good it made me feel. It’s very me, and, interestingly enough, it makes me feel more feminine than with longer locks. Many women would look better with shorter hair-cut (it doesn’t have to be a pixie cut), which enhances one’s features (think of the classic beauties Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe), if only they had more courage to go for it. Short hair is plain and simple sophisticated and sexy, when done right.
So what does a girl, who has recently cut her hair short, do when it comes to the rest of her personal look? She pays even more attention to details.
For start, in the past three weeks, since I made the change, I have been wearing heels more often than I had in the previous six months.
If I’m opting for a shirt, I’m looking to choose one in a more luxurious fabric, like silk, and I’m developing a keen interest in ruffle-fronted shirts.
I don’t wear earrings, so if I feel like adding some jewellery, a necklace is the answer. I love to wear one with my trusted white cotton shirts.
I always seem to need a new pair of jeans, and now it goes the same for dresses.
I wear my Aviators less and my Wayfares more.
For the first time in months I want to try red lipstick again, but it must be a healthy version.
I am trying out new hat styles.
I’d like to mention, however, that I don’t choose the heels and ruffles and necklaces because I think that without them my look isn’t feminine enough, but simply because this change has given me the impulse to bring other small changes into my style, which I’m wholeheartedly embracing (but, still, apart from the heels, they are far from becoming the norm). And, let’s face it, short hair cut with high heels looks so good!
And here are some of the best parts:
Every woman with a nice short hair style I see seems to have so much personality.
I don’t have bad hair days anymore.
It’s so easy to care for.
After 16 years I’m finally completely back to my natural hair colour (if only I knew in high school what I know now!).
I get more compliments than on any other longer hair-do I’ve tried.
Have I told you it feels great?
photo: Michael Beauplet, via Erin Fetherston
It looks amazing. This look is confident! Congrats
it looks great! some people shouldn’t have short hair and unfortunately i am one of them. it just wouldn’t look good on me at all. but wish it would and then i would do it in a heartbeat. i also think it’s very feminine, which i think is really the confidence that seems to come with cutting off your locks. i love it! xo
Christine, I know, short hair is not for everyone, just like long hair is not for everyone either. But many women wouldn’t even try a mild change, like a shoulder-length bob, which I think is a hair cut that suits many. They are just in love with the idea of long hair and whatever that is supposed to stand for in their conception, and they are complacent about it.
Lovely Ada! Sounds like your new hair style has boosted your confidence and is allowing you to experiment, even though that wasn’t your intention!
Your short cut looks beautiful Ada! It really accentuates your features and it’s wonderful to hear how great it makes you feel. I found I really paid a lot more attention to the carriage of my neck and posture when I started wearing my hair short again.
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You are right, Rowena. A short cut helps your posture as well.
You are obviously embracing your new look. It sure suits you well.
I’m one of those that cannot have short hair. Not because it doesn’t suit me, for me it just calls for so much maintenance because I need hair products and endless blow drying to keep it stylish. Otherwise it just stays so flat. As I don’t like using hair products, other than shampoo and conditioner, I like the natural shoulder-length look.
Such a coincidence, I had my hair cut yesterday and simply agree with you in every word!!! Love your blog!
I love short hairs cuts very much and yours is very chic! Absolutely agree about the need of a wardrobe update – I had my hair short twice and every time had to re-think everything I wore. 🙂
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I did notice the shorter hair in your new photo! It certainly suits you and it brings out your delicate features. I love short hair; years ago (in my 20’s!) I had an all over pixie cut (think Mia Farrow) which I loved and ever since I long for it. Unfortunately my hair colour is not what it used to be or the texture, (alas).. but I do have a hair appointment scheduled in the next few weeks and have been inspired by some fabulous short crops recently… you never know! 🙂 It’s the just the easiest way to get ready!
Short hair looks great on you (I saw your profile photo)! Also, great inspiration! But myself… I love my long hair and I can’t imagine myself with short cut!
Thank you, ladies. 🙂
I can’t believe I am just reading this and just seeing the photo on the right! Congrats on the big step— you look great! And I understand how short hair can attract you to more feminine details, and just more conscious fashion choices in general. So excited for you!
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