Before you go and cut all your hair off with the goal of achieving a glamorous short hair style, be aware that once your hair is cut you can't put it back.
It is always best to try on the hair style first using hairstyle imaging software to make sure the style will look good with your face shape and features.
Another option is to go slowly. First go from a long hair style to a medium hair style and then go to short. Drastic changes can be disappointing if you haven't done the proper planning.
This cute short hairstyle that Meg Ryan wore years ago is a great option for a short crop that isn't ultra short. The ends are just at chin level with the hair being heavily layered throughout for a full, bouncy look. Thicker hair will require additional thinning and texturizing to help the hair lay smoothly.
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Lisa Rinna knows about short hair styles. This long layered short hair style has so many great features it is literally sizzling hot.
Long layers surround the face and can be worn flipped out or under. The hair in the crown area has height which can be added by gently back combing small sections of hair.
Gentle highlights and lowlights further accentuate the hair color and give it a sun kissed look.
Heavy, layered bangs can be worn slighty side swept or slicked back with hair gel or mousse.
Lisa has a slightly shorter version of the layered long hairstyle, see photo left. The hair is much darker in color and the hair on the sides and back are much longer. Extra height in the crown area is easy to get with this haircut because of all the layering added.
