The great dilemma: Should I cut my hair short?

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With the mercury rising, it’s the time of year when you may have had the urge for a good seasonal haircut. If, like many of our clients, you oscillate between going the full hog and going short or keep your hair long but have a new colour, don’t worry – this is the dance we all do.


Changing your hairstyle is a big decision. If you’ve had the same appearance for years, pull your hair back in the same style every day, or just feel like you want to update your look, a new style has the power to reinvigorate, and a short haircut to liberate.


As the best city hair salon, Friends + Co hairstylists have collaborated to give you the lowdown on getting your hair cut short – whether it will suit you, maintenance, and the all-important hints and tips to get the style you want.


Before you take the plunge:


Know your hairstyle limits

When you come to the hairdressers have an idea and preferably images of what you want and where your limits are. Images are appreciated – they give a clear understanding of the look you want far better than words alone.


Be confident in your hairstylist

Taking the leap of faith to dramatically transform your hairstyle requires you to trust your hairstylist implicitly. While your hairstylist needs to be aligned to your vision, it’s equally important to listen to their suggestions and recommendations. Don’t be shy about asking to see pictures of their short cuts or asking specific questions – make full use of their expertise!


Is short hair easier to maintain than longer hair?

The short answer is yes; the longer answer is more complex. On a day-to-day basis, short hair requires less time spending on it - it’s quicker to dry and needs less product. However, you will need more frequent trips to the hair salon to maintain the style. Friends + Co hairstylists always cut short hair with consideration to the regrowth – so your hairstyle will still look its best until you get back to the salon!


Be mindful too that your usual solution to a bad hair day (hair in a ponytail or braid) will need to be revisited! Plus, your hairstyling tools may need an update.


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Will short hair suit me?

After polling Friends + Co creative team of hairdressers in Christchurch city, the unanimous verdict is that short hair suits everyone, yes everyone. As experienced professional hairdressers our advice is always directed by our clients’ face shape, hair texture and their commitment to styling and maintenance. A short hair cut is bespoke, customised and tailored to your unique requirements. This is why it is essential to be selective about who cuts and styles your hair.


I have long hair, is a short hair cut too dramatic in one go?

If you are feeling unsure about having a dramatic chop, choose a fabulous mid-length hair style so you have time to adjust to a new shorter length. The bob is a haircut to flatter the shape of your face; to either emphasise or draw attention away from features, for example, to accentuate your cheekbones, soften a prominent jaw, or add contours and structure. Perhaps the greatest aspect of a bob is how easy it is to transform a bob from an urban edgy coolness to sophisticated elegance through easy and manageable styling.


If you are thinking of going for a chop but are sat on the fence, come into our hairdressers Christchurch city for a chat – together we can find out the best haircut and style for you. We’re a late-night hairdressers on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and you can book a hair appointment online for your convenience or call 03 371 9297. 

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