Hi again! And some changes...

Hi all,

I've been reading every day but haven't posted in a long, long while. Pandemic ups and downs, body and work related ups and downs and more just made me want to lurk for a bit. Sorry!

Runcarla's Hair Power post made me want to share a change of my own. A drastic one for me Had a big chop at the end of last year and it made me confront a lot of things about myself. Mainly that I hide behind my hair and use it as an accessory because I'm lazy hehe. Oh and it really changed how certain things looked on me which was very disorienting. So I really did feel a bit naked after the cut

I also felt really vulnerable. Does that happen to any of you? Of course it could've been stupid Covid too or a lot of changes at once.

Pics 1&2: Pre-chop
Pics 3&4: Just after the cut, freshly blow-dried
Pics 5&6: I only air dry, so this how it sort of looks now. And I'm finally at peace with it

p.s. - Sorry about so many pictures of my face and the weird expressions!

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3 years ago

Star

Veteran

Your new hair cut is beautiful. Your hair looks like it is in great condition. This really suits you.

delurked

I am a big fan of the after length for you. Still gives you enough to "hide" behind if needed, but looks super healthy and the look is less about the hair and more about you (imo). I hope you end up enjoying the current cut because it looks great on you.

RainB

Active Member

Thank you Star & delurked! It had gotten pretty damaged, so definitely happy that my hair is healthier now.

bella

(website)

Your hair looks super fresh, healthy and gorgeous! I love it.

Sal

I love the new length.

All the best with things - it sounds like a tough year. I am sure you will come back stronger from the experience.

Stagiaire Fash

That is a huge change! I like the bounciness of the shorter cut. Are you enjoying the shorter pieces near your face?

I’ve never had hair as long as yours was, but think I can relate a bit to how one can unconsciously work their hair into responses to things and their personality. Gearing up for a big chop always takes me a while too.

You mentioned Covid, so I googled. This video is optimistic. I hope things are getting better for your family. https://www.nbcnews.com/now/vi.....3093317968

slim cat

Beautiful hair - love the fresh new look!

Thank you bella & slimcat

Thanks Sal. It's been quite a year for everyone and I'm grateful that we have been alright so far! I think things felt better once I got to see my parents

Fashintern, yes! I definitely felt the personality correlation. And to be honest for the first month I just couldn't recognize 'myself'. Oh and while I think the shorter layers looks nice, it took a while to get used tothem touching my face; had a few breakouts as well since my skin is super sensitive. As for covid, thank you for the link and the shot of positivity. We have been doing better as a country, although there's an upswing in our state at the moment. But yes, things are quite open now and feels less stressful.

Brooklyn

You look stunning! I much prefer the shorter cut. All the best to you. Things are going to get better this year.

Anonymous

Ooh your hair looks beautiful!

lyn67

Congrats you got great cut and have beautiful hair---I often feel naked after cuts but never thought that someone with your mane can feel this, too!:-)

Bijou

You have such beautiful hair, it is even more gorgeous after the cut. It was a big change, I can understand why it made you feel a bit vulnerable. But wow, it was so worth it!

Helena

Wow, Rain, I would pay HUGE money if I could magically make my hair look like yours, and after an airdry! Absolutely stunning.

Change is always a challenge - humans aren't designed for it, for the most part. Well done on confronting your emotions around your hair; it's such a fraught issue for so many of us.

Janet

Oh, what a lovely update! It’s still long but has more shape and polish. You look beautiful!

unfrumped

Just gorgeous!
Super- long hair can be amazing and fun ( and takes many years) si I understand how this was a big change for you. But it actually shows off more “ hair beauty” now as well as your features. Right up there with adverts for beautiful hair products —long shiny hair but now more movement.

Wow - you have gorgeous, healthy-looking hair !

LaPed

Your hair looks absolutely gorgeous!

rachylou

The cut is beautiful. Very glamorous! Interesting reaction, Rain. I admit that I wonder if it was the glam factor... puts you in the spotlight it does...

JAileen

Your hair is beautiful! You got a great cut. You’ll get used to it.

Your hair is very, very beautiful and I think the after photo depicts a much better balance between the amount of hair and a flattering style.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Your new shorter long hair is absolutley KILLER STUNNING! Stay safe, and hang in there. Onward we go!

Jules

You naturally have the hair other people work hard to get!

Kate

Your hair is gorgeous! I love the new length.

Cardiff girl

The new length is perfect,you have beautiful hair.

ChristelJ

You look amazing in the new cut. Enviable hair, for sure.

Wow, thank you all so much! I have really really fine hair and it was falling like crazy so healthier hair ftw. The stylist did a really good job with the layers. I think i just had to let go of my security blanket . rachylou not sure about the glam factor, but I think it was the weird feeling that suddenly so much more of me could be seen hehe!

Jaime

Beautiful hair! More sophisticated in the best way.

MsMaven

Gorgeous! If you get those beautiful curls just from air drying I am envious. Although I can’t see all of you, it looks to me like this length is in good balance with your body and face.

Thank you shevia and MsMaven!

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