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az.twinmom View Drop Down
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Posted: Mar 14, 2008 at 9:20am
Hi there!
 
I'm really bored with my hair. I've had it the same way most of my life. I'm thinking of cutting it off but I need something easy to fix (I have 3 year old twins) that takes little time. It's naturally curly and thick. I use a BIG curling iron to make it look this straight and saves me time. Here are a couple pictures. Any ideas?
az.twinmom2008-06-09 13:43:08

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First of all, you have a lovely face:  great eyes, cute nose, high cheekbones, and fantastic smile/lips.
The reason I am saying this is because you have way too much hair - it overpowers all those great features.
I wouldn't hesitate about going shorter, but you really need to let us see your hair in it's natural state. If you are looking for something easier/less time, than straightening is probably not a good idea (except for special times)

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I see what you're saying about natural state and I don't really have a pic. but can tell ya without product it can look dry and a frizzy type of curl. Now it's so long I really can't wear it curly because of the weight. When I've cut it to my shoulders before there is NO curl  except for a little wave down at the bottom because my curl doesn't start at the scalp. I hope that makes sense! LOL.
 
I've cut it to my shoulders and it basically looks the same in a shorter version. I've done chunky highlites and like it but I'm not good about making it to the salon every 4 wks. and it grows so fast re-growth is there in no time. It basically lives in a pony tail!! I'm not good about making it to the salon but if it's a cute style I will make the time to do it to keep it's shape.
 
 
 
 
 

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I thought this was cute. Do you think this would work for me?

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The picture didn't show up for me.  I understand about your hair...that was my concern if you went short, would it go really curly, but sounds like it wouldn't.   While some people like pony tails...if that is all you do it sounds like you should go with something very different.
Here are some pics or what I think would work with your face.
 
Jenny%20McCarthy%20with%20bob
I also think you could go really short.  You should get a style that shows off your cheekbones - either layers that "break" at your cheekbones or a style that frames them.

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Posted: Mar 15, 2008 at 9:20am
Shoot I wish you could see the picture I put on there. It's from this site. Do you know how to upload those?  I like the one of Lisa Rinna and not quite brave enough for Jenny! What length do you need to stay away from so you don't look chunky in the face?

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Does the pic you tried to post have a style #?  I could just put that in to find th pic.

There is no way your face would look chunky in any cut.


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Style # 11650 It's in women's hair styles gallery
 
also Style # 14162 in the same gallery

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conrad View Drop Down
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Posted: Mar 15, 2008 at 9:20am
how short are you wanting to go, and ill see if i can find some picks!

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I think they are "ok".  To me they look about the same as what you have just shorter.  I think they would still overpower you - taking away from your face.  I think the Lisa Rinna style would be your best look - yes, it would be a big change for you but it would be easy for you with the kids. 

Here are some others:
Meg%20Ryab%20Hair%20Styling%20Tip
Lisa%20Rinna Little longer version of the Lisa Rinna cut.
You might want to post in the short hair forum to get other opinions and more posts.

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Posted: Mar 16, 2008 at 9:20am
How about some of these:
 
 
 
 

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I like all of those! I just don't know how brave I am. LOL!
 
Not trying to be too picky but do you know of any cuts that are less styled and more of a classic look? I am the farthest thing from trendy you'll ever meet. My husband thinks only long hair is sexy. I'm trying to convince him change is good and it will grow back if I hate it! The shortest my hair has been my whole life has been to the shoulders.
 
The 2nd Lisa Rinna's picture I love. I just don't know if I'll know how to fix it like that. The 2nd to the last one of Conrad's is my favorite out of that group. My hair is really thick I wonder if it would look too bushy 

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My wife had the Lisa Rinna cut (currently has a pixie cut) for several years.  She was able to do it rather easily.  She would use some mouse then blow dry and "flick" it up with a small brush.  She would play it up or just let dry naturally and tuck behind the ears for a smoother look.

Most guys say they love long hair (I use to) but now I love short hair - it is so much sexier to me.

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Posted: Mar 16, 2008 at 9:20am
I think the hairstyle that would suit you best is the one Loveshorthair first posted of Lisa Rinna (whoever she is).  From how you describes your hair type, the natural wave and so on, I feel it would work with this style and not against it. 
Of course i understand that it is a very big change, especially as your husband  says he likes long hair. However a lot of guys that say that also love short hair, but for some reason are more shy of saying so as they do not want to give you the impression that they do not like your long hair, as lots of girls think it makes them femine instead of the fact that it's the person inside that controls how much of a lady you are. Short hair can even be considered more sexy than long hair. Look at when Natalie Portman shaved her head (i'm not suggesting you do), but people commented on how great she looked, how sexy, how femine and she had no hair at all.
 
If you want to go shorter then pick a style you are happy with and then go for it. It sounds like your hair grows pretty fast so if you don't like it, it will not take you long to grow it out.  Somehow i think you will love it short and keep it short for a number of years.
 
All the best and let us know what you decide to do.
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Ok, I'm getting brave and booking my appointment. I got hubby's approval on the Lisa Rinna one. I think part of it looking so good is her face is so pretty. This is a BIG change.

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Posted: Mar 16, 2008 at 9:20am
Best of luck with your new adventure.  I too like Conrad's 2nd to last picture and the last one also (which is basically the same cut just styled a little differently).
 
For those that didn't take the time to look at the two pictures you mentioned above, here they are:
 
11650
 
14162
 
I also agree with loveshorthair; you have great features and could wear your gorgeous hair just about anyway you'd like.  Have fun and please let us know how it turns out.
HAWG2008-03-16 22:09:24

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Posted: Mar 16, 2008 at 9:20am
OK! What about Hunter Tylo's shorter version?? I don't know if you know who she is (she's on a soap) but she's got a similar version of the Lisa Rinna cut but in a little longer version. It barely sweeps the shoulders. I'll try to post a link since my pictures aren't showing up. I think it's safer for making such a BIG change all at once.
 
 

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Here is Hunter Tylo's cut:
 
This would be a good cut also, especially if you are hesitant about going shorter. 
Glad your husband is open to the change.  You don't give yourself enough credit...I think you are prettier than Lisa Rinna.

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Posted: Mar 18, 2008 at 9:20am
     I know that your hair may be gone already, but you and your long hair look spectacular, AZ! Good luck, Bob Smile

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Posted: Mar 19, 2008 at 9:20am
I agree with Loveshorthair, the Hunter Tylo picture would also look great on you if you didn't want to go as short as the Lisa cut. Plus i also think you are better looking than Lisa, so you have no worries which style will look good on you as both will look great.
 
Good luck and when's your appointment?
S

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Posted: Mar 19, 2008 at 9:20am

I don't like the wispy bangs on you and I also think your forehead is pretty and should be shown more.  That's just me though.  I think you should cut your hair to just below your shoulders and either add full bangs or don't have any.


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az.twinmom View Drop Down
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Posted: Mar 19, 2008 at 9:20am
My appointment is 1:00 Thursday! I will post a picture as soon as I can!
I won't have time for color and highlite that day but will get that later, I think that will complete the look. I'm taking the Hunter Tylo pic with me.

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Posted: Mar 20, 2008 at 9:20am
Good luck, and in the imortal words of my wifes hairstylist "Lord Jesus you are gonna look good!"

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Posted: Mar 24, 2008 at 9:20am
Ok here's the back. I got 8 inches off on Thursday and got another 3 off on Saturday because I didn't think it was very lattering at the length once I got home. I didn't like the way she styled my front so I'll update a front view pic later today. I like it but I got such thick hair I don't know if I can pull it off without looking so poofy! She thinned it and layered the heck out of it but it's still BIG! 11 inches total. WOW!
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