Ode to Short Hair (3)

Natalie Imbruglia wearing her hair in a very short bob with bangs — Natalie Imbruglia - Photo: Elena Rostunova/Shutterstock

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Another simple short haircut is the one that Natalie Imbruglia has. It is a softly rounded style that frames her pretty face and accentuates her attractive eyes. The most Natalie herself does with this hairstyle is a quick blow-dry and a little moisturizing spray afterward. With this kind of style, there isn't any need to use a curling iron, flat iron, or hot rollers. Just apply your favorite gel or styling product and blow-dry.

I wouldn't be surprised at all if Ms. Imbruglia often leaves in a hurry without even taking the time to blow-dry her hair. By the time she arrives at her destination, her hair will be dry.

Sharon Stone with short pixie cut hair — Sharon Stone - Photo: Featureflash Photo Agency/Shutterstock

It's hard not to picture Sharon Stone with short hair ever since Basic Instinct. However, she did have long hair in Casino, which was probably extensions. Remember this celebrity with short hair. They say that there are movie stars and there are character actors. Ms. Stone has to be a star.

Stars have something special inside them that makes every eye gaze upon them when they walk into a room. Is it their lifestyle or personality? Could it be the clothes they wear or the signature haircut that seems to suit them so well? I'm sure it's all of the above and a bit more.

Let's look at Sharon Stone's long hair. Her sleek hair is parted in the middle and brushed straight down. Known for her platinum locks, Ms. Stone has a cheerful expression on her face. In the other photo, we see Sharon with her signature short haircut, and the tones of her skin are warmer and more vibrant. We can see her hair has some golden highlights, bringing a radiant sheen that is not present in the long hair photo.

Sharon Stone with sleek long hair — Sharon Stone - Photo: Everett Collection/Shutterstock

Take a good look at both of these pictures and ask yourself: which one has the most life in it? Which one is the most colorful? Does color affect your life? Oh, yes indeed! If you really want to be a platinum blonde, remember to be very careful not to get it too white unless you are ready for it. So, let's stand up and give a salute to our celebrity Sharon Stone and her array of hairstyles.

Looking around, we can see Mariska Hargitay wearing her hair in a short, flipped style with slices of brown, dark blonde, and caramel. It is combed back on one side and fastened with a decorative hair accessory. There is a high side part, and all the hair has straight lines. Use plenty of smoothing lotion and pomade to achieve this just-above-the-shoulders hairstyle.

Mariska Hargitay with just above the shoulders hair — Mariska Hargitay - Photo: s_bukley/Shutterstock

She used to have long locks that fell just below her shoulders, giving her a more serious look. Her bangs were shorter, with a beachy look that brought a carefree appeal to her style.

If I could change a few things about our celebrity, I would add more color to her short hair and also to her bangs. When we get a short haircut, it should lift us up in every way. For some, this can result in a mini-facelift as they see their sides go up instead of the usual downward hang from long hair. This is especially important for a woman who has a little bit of age on her.

Does it seem to you that long hair gives wearers a more serious look and short hair a more carefree, upbeat look? If this is true, why do you think that is? Our inquisitive minds may never know the reason for this trivia, but there is one thing we can do for ourselves: we can choose to learn about ourselves and do what we can to continue to look our best.

Short hair can be a challenge, sometimes bringing a fight and even tears as we accept the truth that change will bring. Each time we embrace the changes in our lives, we discover how it brings us that much closer to a new you and a breathtaking image you would not have otherwise had, which will bring you to a higher level of confidence and self-esteem.

Get your hair cut short, and a totally new world will open up for you. I bet you'll wonder why you didn't cut your hair sooner!