NatashainDFW Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I am considering chopping my hair off. It currently is nearly to my rear end. I am thinking about taking a 7/8" guard and taking the clippers to it. If you have really short hair do you like it? What say the hive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I wouldn't, but then I have never gone to a hairdresser in my life, and have hair that I can almost sit on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genny Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I've had really short hair before. My hair is currently half way down my back. I'm getting it chopped to my shoulders soon but I wouldn't cut mine short again. I found with short hair I had to go to the hair stylist all the time to maintain the cut or else it looked sloppy. Maybe it depends on the cut you get??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmulcahy Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Not me. No way. I like my hair long. Why don't you start with something less drastic....like 6 inches or so? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cera Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would cut it to shoulder length first and then go from there. Shaving it off with clippers seems a bit drastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would cut it to shoulder length first and then go from there. Shaving it off with clippers seems a bit drastic. This. I just recently took about 8 inches off and it takes some getting used to. You can always go shorter later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amber in AUS Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would cut it to shoulder length first and then go from there. Shaving it off with clippers seems a bit drastic. :iagree: We did this for my oldest DD. She did cut it shorter at the next cut, into a pixie cut but now has it back at bob length. She didn't enjoy it THAT short. Personally i've always had longish hair. Shoulder length has been the shortest i've gone. I hate hair on my face so it has to be long enough to pull back into a pony tail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I've gone from past mid back to a between chin and shoulder length cut before. I would be nervous to go truly short, but that's just me (I haven't had short, short hair since elementary). If you do it, post pictures! I would love to see the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinder Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I've had hair down to my waist and also very short. I didn't go straight from long to super short, though. At 18yo I got my waist-length hair cut to shoulder length. Sometime in college I got it cut short--pixie style. I agree with a PP--pixie or any short cuts require more care and styling. I found I like it best at shoulder length, no bangs (I don't look good in bangs anyway). Perhaps you might try shoulder length at first? It's really quite liberating if you're looking for a change. Then if you know you want to try it shorter you can. As they say, it's hair; it'll grow back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambam Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 If you do it now, your head will be surprised how very cold it is! All that hair keeps your head, and probably neck and back, warm. At least that was my experience - although I did not cut mine as short as you are planning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amo_mea_filiis. Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Go for it! It's going to be cold, though. You can donate it. Braid at least a foot, chop off the braid, then decide how short you want to go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassoonaroo Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Why the hurry? Find out what Locks of Love needs for donations (is it 8"? a foot?). Then cut that amount off (after trimming ends to make them even for the donation). Donate it. Wait a month and then do that again. And a month later, again. You might find that a good length for you is not crew-cut but perhaps shoulder length. That way you won't make a huge mistake by going way too short. Get used to each step. If, during this process, you discover that it's too short, then you don't have as much regrowing to do as you would if you cut it all off at once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caribbean Queen Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I am thinking about taking a 7/8" guard and taking the clippers to it. We have the vague feeling that cutting off long hair would be a shocking, rebellious thing to do. We want to do it when we are mad at the world. Does this feeling have a legitimate basis? Doth not even nature itself teach you that if a man have long hair, it is a shame unto him? But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair her for a covering. But if any man seem to be contentious we have no such custom, neither the churches of God. I Cor 11:14-16. I interpret the last verse to mean, "If anyone wants to argue about this, we have no custom of arguing about it in the churches." Other interpret it to mean Paul said his instructions only apply to the culture he is writing to, or that no one has the custom or responsibility to follow his instructions. Neither of those interpretations make sense IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G5052 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I've been having hot flashes for over a decade, and not having anything on my neck is a must. Coloring it at home is easy, and it dries quickly. IMHO some older women look better in short hair. Most people think I'm significantly younger than I am. No regrets although DD wants me to have long hair like her so that we can play with it together. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would cut it to shoulder length first and then go from there. Shaving it off with clippers seems a bit drastic. :iagree: I think shoulder length would be drastic enough. If you don't like it, you can just let it grow. Growing out shorter hair is more difficult because the in-between stages can be really difficult. I have shorter hair and anytime I want to change my hairstyle, I have to let it grow a bit and be very unhappy with my hair for a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah CB Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I just cut off my waist length hair about a week ago. Mine grows fast so every two or three years I cut it off and donate it. I leave just enough to tie it back. I really dislike it even this short - I can't imagine going shorter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvnlattes Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I am thinking about taking a 7/8" guard and taking the clippers to it. I'd be afraid to do that drastic of a change with clippers. I'd rather have it done professionally, watch what they do, and then decide if it was something I could maintain myself with the clippers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I went from fairly long, slightly past bra strap, to about two inches. I LOVE short hair!! You'll be flabbergasted by how long a bottle of shampoo can last, it's so easy to style and care for, it doesn't get staticy fly-aways and a new hairstyle just makes you feel like a sassy new woman.:D With your amount of hair, have you considered donating? Good luck!! Before and after pics would be so cool if you feel comfortable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 If you do it, post pictures! I would love to see the difference. Yes, if you do it, please post before and after pics! But don't do it. :D Long hair is easier than short. Short may be cuter, but it's more expensive. I've had both; my hair is long now, but I had a short, between-the-chin-and-shoulders stacked bob several years ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 When my hair is short I look terrible unless I fix it. If I leave it about chin length I look better with less fuss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Post pictures of your before and after style. I would go to a stylist and get a style recommendation; I can't imagine taking a clipper to my own head;). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I agree with a PP--pixie or any short cuts require more care and styling. Yes, more styling each day, and truth be told, more makeup and effort in other aspects of my appearance too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meltf928 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 After 30+ years of having long hair, I had to cut it. I have an autoimmune disease that makes it very difficult to hold my arms up over my shoulders, so styling my long hair was excruciating. I first had it cut to shoulder length and it's now chin length in the front and much shorter in the back. I LOVE it and get compliments on it all of the time. I would NOT do it myself, never. I go to the salon ever 6 weeks (should go every 4, but I stretch it out) I love my stylist and we have a great relationship. She even comes to my house to cut the kids hair b/c the salon charges so much. THIS is my current cut, without the purple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 If you have the face for that style...go for it! I have a friend that had her hair clipped to little more than a buzz when I met her. She had a beautiful face that went great with it. I, however, would look like a man with bOOks. It would not be pretty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would get a professional cut and donate it to locks of love. Some hairdressers will give you your cut for free when you donate. I LOVE short hair, but I would not take a razor to my head, ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I have short hair now, after having long hair. I told my hair dresser, "I'd like short hair. You figure out how to cut it for me. And she did." It looked great! So, if I were you, I'd walk into a place and ask the hairdresser to cut it short. There's a good chance they will not cut it super, super short at first. They'll be afraid it'll be too much of a shock for you and they won't want to see you cry. But, if they cut it somewhat short, then you can tell them, "That looks great, but lets take off a couple more inches," until you get it as short as you want. That would be my plan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam L in Mid Tenn Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I just cut my hair last week. It was almost hitting the small of my back and now it is mid shoulder blade. Longer than shoulders in the back and shorter around my face. It is cute. I've gotten tons of compliments. But... I miss my hair. My hair grows really fast so it is no big deal. I do have to style it everyday or it looks bad. I'd have to trim every 4 weeks if I wanted to keep it like this. I wish now that I would have only gotten 4 inches cut instead of 6 inches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Yes, more styling each day, and truth be told, more makeup and effort in other aspects of my appearance too. This is very true. With my short hair, I feel like it's really necessary to wear mascara to make sure I look "girl" enough so I don't look like a boy. And some clothes that might have looked good with long hair, just don't look right with short hair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama2Many4 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I shaved my head last night with the #1 clipper guard. My head is cold. If that doesn't bother you, as well as having NOTHING to style then go for it. My hair was messed up and damaged so I had to. I can't wait for it to grow out to pixie length again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I just had my hair cut. It is shorter than I had when I took my profile pic. I cannot stand long hair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TranquilMind Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I am considering chopping my hair off. It currently is nearly to my rear end. I am thinking about taking a 7/8" guard and taking the clippers to it. If you have really short hair do you like it? What say the hive? How old are you? If it looks great on you, keep it. I now have fairly short hair, that style that is higher in the back and longer near my face. It looks MUCH better on me because the long hair was dragging me down, even though I'm someone youngish looking. I'm over 50 now and you just need the lift at some point. So I'd take that into consideration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TranquilMind Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I shaved my head last night with the #1 clipper guard. My head is cold. If that doesn't bother you, as well as having NOTHING to style then go for it. My hair was messed up and damaged so I had to. I can't wait for it to grow out to pixie length again. You are a brave woman! Nothing like a complete change for a New Year, eh? Tempting.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 THIS is my current cut, without the purple. I love that! Even the purple. Thanks for the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 This is very true. With my short hair, I feel like it's really necessary to wear mascara to make sure I look "girl" enough so I don't look like a boy. And some clothes that might have looked good with long hair, just don't look right with short hair. Exactly! In the picture with it spiked, curled, flipped or whatever it looks girly, but try waking up and not styling it. Ugh. I look like an ugly boy. I also had to get rid of my third earring... it just. didn't. look. right.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellesmere Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Why the hurry? Find out what Locks of Love needs for donations (is it 8"? a foot?). Then cut that amount off (after trimming ends to make them even for the donation). Donate it. Wait a month and then do that again. And a month later, again. You might find that a good length for you is not crew-cut but perhaps shoulder length. That way you won't make a huge mistake by going way too short. Get used to each step. If, during this process, you discover that it's too short, then you don't have as much regrowing to do as you would if you cut it all off at once. Last I checked Pantene Beautiful Lengths required 8 inches and LoL needed ten. OP, I don't have short hair but did once get well over 10 inches taken off. The hairdresser didn't measure properly and took off a lot more than she meant to. It was a shock. I'm glad I was able to donate, but I personally had a hard time going as short as I did so quickly. My hair is now short compared to what I had (but still considered long) and it is fun. I go back and forth. Next year, it will probably be fairly long again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meltf928 Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I love that! Even the purple. Thanks for the link. I like the purple too and plan on having that added this summer. My hair is naturally that color red. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athomemom Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I would get a professional cut and donate it to locks of love. Some hairdressers will give you your cut for free when you donate. I LOVE short hair, but I would not take a razor to my head, ever. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnsinkableKristen Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 Do it!!!!! It will be a fun adventure and besides, hair grows :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted January 9, 2012 Share Posted January 9, 2012 I say do it, too! You sound sick of your hair. LOL I would probably go get it cut though. I've had too many mishaps with shavers. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhschool Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 I had long hair--below shoulder length. I used a buzzer with a 1 inch guard and buzzed it off. It looked OK. BUT...it was really weird, and sometimes painful, holding my head up all the time. It felt like my neck had to compensate for not having weight in the back. It's hard to explain... I would get neck ache and head ache often, even though I wasn't holding my head crooked or anything. VERY annoying. And it took at least 4 months to stop being painful and uncomfortable. I buzzed it in May, then again in June, then I let it grow out. It's now to the point I can tie the front hair back with a hairclip and I can probably get a bob by Spring. It was fun having short hair. But I look better in long. Actually, I look better in medium--about shoulder length. The super long hair doesn't look that good on me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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