In Which I Cut Off My Hair

Post-partum hair loss hit me hard. Now, I’ve never been particularly vain about my hair. It’s pretty average hair- fine, decent thickness, reasonably pretty color. It can hold a curl in a pinch, but I’ve never mastered much more than a ponytail style-wise. But to have large (and I do mean large) chunks of it fall out with each shower, brush, and toss of the head for the past 8 months has been a shock to the system. My hairline took a particular beating, and whenever I would try to pull my hair back in a ponytail, it would look like I had tiny baby bangs in the corners where my hair used to be. Not a great look. And considering I have a baby who loves to grab any and all hair she can get her tiny (but strong) hands on, I was pulling it back regularly.

So I called my dear friend, Danielle, for some help. She, being amazing, agreed to come on over for a night of dinner and haircuts.

First, she cut Gram’s hair for her.

We used Dame Judy Dench as our inspiration
We used Dame Judy Dench as our inspiration and though I don’t have an after photo, I can say Gram’s hair looks amazing.

Then she tackled my locks.

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Before

At first we had discussed just added bangs, but after months of struggling with my hair, the idea of chopping it all off was very appealing . . . .

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During (Also, doesn’t Danielle look fabulous? She made the dress herself!)

And I haven’t regretted it for an instant! The new cut is easy to care for. I have managed to blow dry it after each shower! Five minutes! And it looks great, if I do say so myself. . .

Gigi and I getting ready to run some errands
Gigi and I getting ready to run some errands

Ten inches gone and donated. Love, love, love it! Thank you Danielle!