Short Hair vs. Long
Short Hair vs. Long: What’s Right for You? Never sure whether to crop your hair or grow it out? Marie Claire helps you decide on your best look based on everything from your facial features to your lifestyle. Then, check out the stars who’ve gone from ho-hum to H-O-T with a simple change of hairstyle. Go Long if You… Are a wash-and-wear type. Provided you’re at peace with your hair’s texture — that is, you don’t spend hours blow-drying or curling — long locks can look great even when you don’t have time to do more than shampoo and condition. And if your hair doesn’t dry to your liking, you can always tie it back. Have particularly pretty hair. “Bad, nasty hair worn long is unattractive, period,” says star stylist Danilo, echoing a sentiment shared by all the stylists interviewed for this story. Have thick curls. “This type is definitely sexier longer,” says Hershberger. “The...