I'm getting my hair did tomorrow!

[RedRosesForMe]

But I gave the stylist free rein, so I have no idea what it's going to look like.

I have a friend who is a stylist. I've been thinking about springing for a professional hair cut lately (I've gotten maybe 3 pro cuts in the past 8 years) so we got to talking at the bar this weekend. I told him 3 things that I wanted from my hair cut:

1) I have super-thick curly hair, so it has to be thinned.
2) I want to keep most of the length, since it's taken so damn long for it to grow out.
3) I want it edgier, for lack of a better word. Long, curly hair is generally soft and romantic and feminine, and that's not me at all. So, edginess is important.

I also told him I have no attachment to my hair whatsoever, so he could do whatever the hell he wanted. He had an idea, but he said he couldn't quite describe it without it sounding strange. So, I am walking in to a hair appointment tomorrow with absolutely no idea what will happen.

Oddly, I am slightly nervous. I think it's more worrying that I won't like it and will offend him than actually giving a shit what's going to happen to my hair. I have hats, it's cool.

[Scarlett67]

Take a "before" picture before you go!

[Panacea]

Oh, you fancy, huh?

[Zeener Diode]

What done she say?

[Jaglavak]

WTF? Your hair looks fine, already!
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I mean, uh, that sounds lovely dear.

[King Hubbert]

i like your face

[Jaglavak]

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[Snapdragon]

I have hair very much like yours. I wanted to make a change a few months ago, so I got a bob haircut, which took off 6 inches. I also bought a flat iron and some straightening balm. I love it. It takes me about 5 minutes to style it.

[davew0071]

That reminds me, I should get my hair cut this weekend. Of course, I just go into the business district of my one-horse town and go to Pete's Barbershop.

It's a manly experience.

[Bodhiman]

Originally Posted by RedRosesForMe

But I gave the stylist free rein, so I have no idea what it's going to look like.

My wife claims that a woman changes her hair and/or make during major life changes such as ending or beginning a significant relationship, changing jobs or advancements, etc.

Anything you'd like to share with the class?

[RedRosesForMe]

I just finished my thesis and stuff, and I promised myself I'd get a hair cut when I did (it's soooo hot and gross with all this hair).

This is a planned cut, though. When I feel the need to express my angst or heartache or whatnot, I just grab the scissors and do it myself. But yeah, I sure do cut my hair during major transitions.

[Dragonlady]

Originally Posted by Bodhiman

My wife claims that a woman changes her hair and/or make during major life changes such as ending or beginning a significant relationship, changing jobs or advancements, etc.

Anything you'd like to share with the class?

I had a bartender tell me the same thing.

"Nice haircut. What's fucked up in your life?"

[Knee]

Originally Posted by Bodhiman

My wife claims that a woman changes her hair and/or make during major life changes such as ending or beginning a significant relationship, changing jobs or advancements, etc.

Heh, I've changed my hair 4 or 5 times in the last few months. I dumped my boyfriend a while back and made all kinds of other changes so I guess I fit in with this.

[Scarlett67]

I chopped off my hair and went back to my super-short college 'do the day after I made my 70-pound Weight Watchers goal. I guess that counts as a major event.

[Sleeps With Butterflies]

I hope you'll do before and after pics. I love makeovers, even mini ones.

[Panacea]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjpNI...eature=related

[severe delays]

It is far too cold to have short hair!

But we do want pics...

[RedRosesForMe]

You know what, NinetyWt, I am pretty fancy.

(Please ignore the water spots on the mirror.)

He cut a ton of really short layers, but kept the overall length for the most part. He seriously cut off about 2/3 of my hair. It's insane, I feel like something's missing, my hair's not so heavy anymore.

[Solfy]

I like! Is there a "before" for comparison?

[Euryphaessa]

Originally Posted by RedRosesForMe

You know what, NinetyWt, I am pretty fancy.

(Please ignore the water spots on the mirror.)

He cut a ton of really short layers, but kept the overall length for the most part. He seriously cut off about 2/3 of my hair. It's insane, I feel like something's missing, my hair's not so heavy anymore.

Very pretty! I would kill for curls like yours.

[RedRosesForMe]

You know, I mostly pulled it into a pony tail or stuffed it into a hat, so I'm not finding any pics in the last year or so that actually show what my hair looked like.

[Solfy]

Well that's pretty indicative of the need for a new 'do right there.

[BrattiAtti]

Cute cute!

I need friends like yours!

[eleanorigby]

I'm sorry, I can't see you in those pics. It must be those MASSIVELY HUMONGOUS WATER SPOTS ON THE MIRROR!

But your hair is seriously cute. Someday I'll cut mine off (we have the same kind of hair, just different colors), too.

[Panacea]

Hey, I love it! I get mine cut like that sometimes too. It's fun to scrunch up the top and make it all bouncy.

Miss Fancy, that should be your new nick.

[mlerose]

I love it! What a cute cut!

[Sleeps With Butterflies]

Originally Posted by RedRosesForMe

You know what, NinetyWt, I am pretty fancy.

(Please ignore the water spots on the mirror.)

He cut a ton of really short layers, but kept the overall length for the most part. He seriously cut off about 2/3 of my hair. It's insane, I feel like something's missing, my hair's not so heavy anymore.

You're so pretty!

These are the before pictures though, right? Or are these the after? I'm confused :: blonde ::

[Snapdragon]

Originally Posted by RedRosesForMe

You know what, NinetyWt, I am pretty fancy.

(Please ignore the water spots on the mirror.)

He cut a ton of really short layers, but kept the overall length for the most part. He seriously cut off about 2/3 of my hair. It's insane, I feel like something's missing, my hair's not so heavy anymore.

You're adorable. That's a great cut for you!

[Bodhiman]

I'd kill for curls like that, too! Hell,after seeing those pics, I won't even ask why.
Just point 'em out and avert your eyes.
*draws dagger from sheath*

[MissJeanLouise]

Aw...you're gorgeous! I have a similar cut, but the length is shorter all over.

[Carolia]

As someone whose hair is straight as a board, I love your hair! Hair like that is the reson I've always wanted curly hair!

[RedRosesForMe]

Originally Posted by Sleeps With Butterflies

These are the before pictures though, right? Or are these the after? I'm confused :: blonde ::

These are the after.

Just think for a sec, that's me with 2/3 of my hair gone (width-wise, not length-wise) and then tell me again you want my hair.

[severe delays]

Holy cow but you're cute. Don't let Jaglavak see those pics or he'll stalk you constantly.

[RedRosesForMe]

Here's a good before. My hair's not that color anymore but it'll give you a good idea of the volume and texture.

[eleanorigby]

Originally Posted by RedRosesForMe

Here's a good before. My hair's not that color anymore but it'll give you a good idea of the volume and texture.

You were (and are) freaking adorable. (have you ever noticed that 99% of haircuts are designed to ADD volume? If you start out with too much, what to do?)

[RedRosesForMe]

[Tipsy Imperial Concubine]

It looks great! Add me to the list of jealous people with straight hair who envy your pretty ringlets. Is it easy to do every morning? It looks wonderful I think you should stick with this stylist.

[Jaglavak]

Originally Posted by severe delays

Holy cow but you're cute. Don't let Jaglavak see those pics or he'll stalk you constantly.

:: edits stalking list ::

[Amythyst]

You look fantastic, Red! I love the curls.

[Dragonlady]

Originally Posted by Tipsy Imperial Concubine

It looks great! Add me to the list of jealous people with straight hair who envy your pretty ringlets. Is it easy to do every morning? It looks wonderful I think you should stick with this stylist.

Me too. I have what I refer to as "Marsha Brady" hair. I should have been a 60-s hippie - no ironing for me!

[Taur]

Wow! Fabulous cut, RedRoses. You look terrific.

[eleanorigby]

Originally Posted by RedRosesForMe

Don't blush--you're pretty and nice. A good combo!