Fun Sized for Your Pleasure

by Deborah Cruz on February 8, 2012

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I used to define myself by my hair; long hair held all my feminine power. I’d always had long, lush tresses. Then I grew up and had children and my once sexy hair became a perpetual ponytail. Ponytails? Not so sexy, unless it’s one of those bed head, I just got me some love, disheveled ponies. But who has time to figure out how to make that happen? I decided to cut it all off (see sexy photo above). Here are a few reasons why you should NOT be afraid to cut your long hair.

  • Short hair is notoriously easy to take care of.

Short hair is easier to style and manage. Washing and drying takes less time and styling is quicker. This is imperative if you are not a woman of leisure and actually have to take care of little people.

  • Shows off your pretty face

You can’t hide behind your hair. Your face is the star. The right cut can hide those features that you’re not crazy about (pointy ears or a particularly large forehead) and accentuate those that are more flattering (high cheekbones, big eyes).

  • It looks more professional and put together

You can no longer phone in your hairstyle with a ponytail. You’ll look more put together and professional with short hair, like before children. More importantly, you will feel more put together.

  • It makes you look younger

Short hair is an instant facelift. I was worried that I would be trading in my luxurious locks for a matronly, comfortable-shoe hairstyle. I was afraid that I would cut my hair and either look like a boy or my Grandma. Neither happened.

  • Redefinition is imminent

I cut my hair and instantly felt sexier, sassier and more confident than I have in years. How did I never know this? I would have chopped it all off years ago. My husband loves it. I’ve gotten more compliments on my hair than I’ve had since I was a teenager.

Photo Source: The TRUTH about Motherhood

  • http://tiaras-and-trucks.blogspot.com angela

    Yours is sassy & fun! I’ve never figured out a way to make it work for me, and I’ve tried :(

  • http://www.motherhoodthetruth.com/ Deborah Cruz

    Maybe you’ve just not found the right stylist yet. I NEVER thought that I would do long hair. I have ALWAYS been a long hair girl but the hair got cut off and I felt instantly more sassy, sexy and feisty. I feel incredible because my hair’s not back in its usual ponytail! But I did luck out. I asked Siri who the top salons were in my area, my stylist was number 1. I booked an appointment and she was amazing. She listened to what a wanted, had her professional opinion and we came up with a style and cut that gave me what I wanted and what was flattering. Bonus: It was an Aveda salon and she massaged my head and shoulders and then my hands while I was under the dryer. Talk about a full service salon. I will definitely be going back! mini Mommy spa day:) Give short hair another try!

  • http://www.twobearsfarm.com Lisa @ Two Bears Farm

    I agree, what a fun cut! My problem is that I’m a runner, and I think short hair like that would annoy me when working out. I’ve donated to locks of love a few times, and I always tell them to make sure I can still get my hair in a ponytail afterwards!

  • http://www.crushworthymoms.com Alison @crushworthymoms

    Your haircut is so crushworthy, I Love it!! Isn’t it funny, how a good haircut can make ALL the difference! The first thing I am going to do when this crushworthy thing takes off, is see my stylist every other week, I swear!!!! Then all my problems will be solved…

    xx, alison

  • http://www.myfrontporchswing.com Ashley {at} My Front Porch Swing

    I recently had a thyroid issue where I suffered some major hair loss- I think this might be the pick-me-up I need! I may just have to try this.

  • http://www.beeswithhoney.com Bruna

    You have to have the right face to pull off short and sexy! YOU look great Debi. I wish I could pull off a style like yours. I’m too chicken to go short.

  • http://www.motherhoodthetruth.com/ Deborah Cruz

    Actually, if I take a couple bobbi pins or barrettes and pull back the sides my hair it doesn’t annoy me at all:) It’s actually a lot cooler on my neck too:)

  • http://www.motherhoodthetruth.com/ Deborah Cruz

    Awww, thanks Allison! It is funny that I went all these years in my life and NEVER knew what a good hair cut could do for my self-confidence. You are so adorable, but if a stylist makes you feel even more crushworthy, go for it girl! I could certainly go for an every other week standing appointment with the spa:) That’s my goal for when this TRUTH about Motherhood thing takes off.XOXO

  • http://www.motherhoodthetruth.com/ Deborah Cruz

    Ashley, My hair has been falling out steadily for the lat two years due to stress and the cut I have now certainly makes it look healthier and it has a much better bounce:) Plus bonus points for cutting off ALL the dead ends:) I know when mine kept falling out , it made me self- conscious and having a style and cut that looks so much more healthy has changed my whole attitude! Go for it, Ashley!

  • http://www.motherhoodthetruth.com/ Deborah Cruz

    Bruna, You are so gorgeous. You could pull off any cut! I wouldn’t consider have ever going this short before but I needed a change. I am so glad that I did. When you are ready, you will know because you just won’t let anything stop you.Thanks for your sweet words!

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