For Reader Appreciation Day, I'm going to tackle a request from "Anna" who asked for help in figuring out how to keep her current pixie cut looking adorable in all stages of growing-out-ness. Her concern? "I want to grow my hair long, but I don't want to look like a mess while doing it," she says. Well, Anna, I have some ideas for ya.
Now, my first suggestions is to buddy up with a great hairstylist. You'll need to subtly change the shape as it grows so it doesn't end up looking uneven or mullet-like—but you don't want to lose length in this process either. It's a delicate operation and one that requires a stylist who understands how to take off tiny bits of hair strategically without just re-shaping it into the pixie you had before. If you're not super-secure with the one you have, ask around for recommendations. Once you've got a stylist you trust onboard, here are a few little tricks for those inbetween stages.
Tip 1) Invest in cute clips like Victoria Beckham. They come in handy for wayward pieces.
Tip 2) Play with your part. A deep, dramatic part can distract from any wackiness going on in the growing out phase. Plus, it looks pretty chic. See: Rihanna.
Tip 3) Use those ears. Once your hair gets long enough for tucking (like Katie Holmes's here), you've got a really cute style option to turn to.
Tip 4) Play with curls like Michelle Williams. They'll soften up the angles as your hair grows.
Those basic moves should help you in the process, Anna! Good luck!
Now, for the rest of you: Growing out your hair? Completed a grow-out phase? Got some secrets of your own to share? Head to the comments!
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