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ManidipaM

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I have newly sheared hair (and clearly mirrors that need the good ol' vinegar and newspaper.

I have had this short length before, though more expertly executed... this ended up both longer and more mannish than I wanted. But along with an already restricted wardrobe (extra pounds plus nursing) and nearly no shopping opportunities on the horizon, I'm finding it curiously difficult to match clothes to crop this time round.

Maybe I am just sleep-deprived and distracted. Or maybe I am ready for a style shift. Time will tell...

Meanwhile, suggestions for improving this hairstyle next time around?

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Latest reply was from Lyn D.

Astrid

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Okay, call me crazy but I love it! I'm not an expert with short haircuts and I'm sure there is some tweaking you could do, but I really like the idea of wearing it this short. It suits you! How do you feel in it, besides the dressing 'problem'?

Deborah

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I like it too. For some reason I am wanting you to spike the fringe up off your face, a little like Angie is wearing hers at the moment. You look very pretty with short hair. Not mannish at all.

Suz

(website)

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SUPER pretty, Manidpa! Not in the least mannish. You have incredibly soulful eyes and the fringe will emphasize that.

So lovely to see you post! We miss you. Hope that all is going well, and that sleep returns soon....

Karie

(website)

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I like it a lot - it's not mannish at all. I would add some gel to spike/separate a few pieces for some textural interest.

ruthe

Your hair looks great, but I could be just a tiny bit partial to short hair (mine is short). You look lovely and NOT mannish at all. You can wear your hair just the way it is, use a little product and spike your hair, part it on the side, down the middle, no part at all. Really neat or kinda messy. Bless your heart, I hope you get some rest. Nothing looks right when we're sleep deprived.

Anonymous

I like this cut too. You couldn't look mannish if you tried. It just may take time to adjust your eye to the new cut. Do you have any photos showing how it looked short before? You might take one to show the stylist next time.

ramya

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Madam... You look nice in this

Anonymous

Cute, Mani! I don't think it looks mannish! Maybe grow out the top a little more then if you want it softer, but I think this looks really good on you!

missvee

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I think you look great! You could always try a little hair wax just to break up the layers a bit. I have short hair too and fight to avoid "bowl head". I've found that a bit of product can work wonders.

Beth Ann

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Love this, Mandipa! It accentuates your eyes and opens up your face. A little product, as the others mention, will give it more dimension. Also, dark hair doesn't show textures and layers quite as readily, especially in photographs -- it will photograph more "one dimensionally."

I wondered how your big transition was going! Living with an infant is learning to live completely "in the moment." It's unnerving, but can also be surprisingly freeing. Soon you will find the day opening up a little more -- the baby sleeping longer and going longer between feedings. Try to take a moment or two to yourself when you can! Indulge in a bit of color, or a fabric that feel luscious next to your skin!

ironkurtin

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I could probably critique better if I were in person but from this snap you look really, really cute.

Welcome to momhood! I waited until mine was 4 to cut all my hair off.

Anonymous

It looks cute the way it feathers around your eyes. Nice!

ManidipaM

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Well, product will need to wait, seeing as I got the cut to lower maintenance--- some days, my hair doesn't even greet the showerhead!

But thanks for all the endorsements. I did take a photo, Joy, but the present hairstylist is chosen for speed and convenience over skill. I will keep trying though.

Glad to hear so many of you say 'fringe'. I had hoped for just that or shorter and spikier like (Transcona)Shannon's! Maybe I'll convince him to leave some length at the hairline when I return for a trim.

Astrid, I actually feel better than I (objectively speaking) look since I got the crop! I feel peppier and more in control---even if it is just of my hair length. All to the good! I won't say I don't miss my curls---but I have a record of alternating between long spirals and short prickles

Funnily, I feel able to wear more traditionally feminine pieces with shorter hair---lace, floral prints, long dresses... all of which I tend to question more with longer hair. It's like I have a preset 'femininity/ladylikeness' limit---if the hair contributes towards it, then something else has got to give.

rute

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Love it! I have short hair too! I found that wearing a red lipstick makes me feel more feminine!

Thistle

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Lovely cut. NOT mannish at all, especially with the fringe. The other have given some great pointers on product and style.

Welcome to momhood! It is a rollar coaster ride for sure

Sara L.

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I think you look really good with the short hair! Hope all is going well.

Mochi

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I love it. Very well executed and flattering.

And just to show I'm being honest, you do look sleep-deprived.

Angie

(website)

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Adorable and fun! I bet you could make gorgeous front finger waves too (wet with a little product). That might make you feel that the cut is more feminine.

Also, always give a cut a fortnight. Your hair grows into the style.

rae

(website)

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You look good in the pic! Very cute! I found the same when I chopped my hair off... lost at first, then also able to wear more feminine things. Glad you are finding some time to come here, we missed you!

Anonymous

It shows off your eyes! Maybe you can make it more feminine with some artistic bobby pins and use some pomade to make it more piece-y.

Mary Beth (formerly LBD)

(website)

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You look so cute! Not at all mannish - you look modern and chic. You just need to play with it until you find something that resonates

Jamie

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I really think this suits you - so adorable!

Parsley

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So good to see you, Manidipa!
I've missed you and wondered how you were getting along with your new precious little one.
I like your new short do! When my hair was short like that I did what you're saying, and went more maximally feminine with my clothes, and it worked well.
Now that I'm wearing longer curls I'm wearing more masculine or androgynous styles. I think it's all about the juxtaposition of opposites that makes for a pleasing style.

Get some rest, and stop in when you can!

MsMary

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I think you look feminine and beautiful!

Vicki

(website)

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Look at you!! Love, love, love it, ManidipaM. It's so stylish and it frames your face beautifully.

pil

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I think your short hair looks terrific! Live with it for a bit and see what you think.

rachylou

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Oh no, I love it. It's very feminine. You are reminding me of Ingrid Bergman. There's a pretty '50s quality about it, without it being retro.

deb

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The first thing that popped out of my mouth, 'so cute'! I like it the way it is.

Debbie

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I love your hair. It looks great!

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