As soon as I started talking about getting a short haircut, people's immediate question/reaction was "what about your wedding?" As if it was improper to marry with short hair. My response has been that I don't really care if my hair is short or long on the day of nuptials, as long as it looks pretty. I also feel as though having a cute pixie bridal 'do' will separate my wedding day look from the typical bridal up-do.
Having said that, I have to admit, the wedding did factor into my decision making process. If I cut it off and hate it, will it grow back in time? Do I want to be limited in hairstyle choices because of the short length? And the ever-so-vain question: will I look less pretty?
After reviewing all these questions and concerns, I decided to go for it!
I have worn my hair short from time to time over the years, and I knew it was flattering on me. I also knew if I wound up hating it, I have eight months to grow it back into at least a chin length bob. Still, it was nerve-racking when I walked into the salon last night at 6:15 to cut it off. Many women seem to wear their hair like a safety blanket, and although mine was not particularly long, I still felt a sense of attachment to it. And so it was with baited breath that I sat in my stylist's chair, and let her work her magic.
The result? Judge for yourself...
I'm happy with it. Now, the challenge is to come up with a bridal 'do' for my new short coiffe. Here are some of the looks I've found, feel free to vote on the one you like best.
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