QuoteReplyTopic: Sally Hershberger Shag Posted: April 28 2007 at 11:03am
I have medium fine hair, have always had the same look, all one length. shoulder. I am 42 and ready for a change, when I get my hair cut shorter, I have not liked it, but that may be because it is always one length. I watched Shear Genious the other night when they did the shag, and I love that hairstyle, and now am wondering if I can do that. My hair is highlighted..
Let me know how a shag has worked for others with fine hair.
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This is just my experience, I can't speak for others - but I have fine hair, and the shag was a disaster for me. I thought for sure it would work on me; after all, Meg Ryan's hair is fine (right?) and she rocked that haircut. On me, not so great. But there are some factors to consider here: One is that my face shape (long) typically doesn't work well with a shag. The second is that at the time, I had no idea at all how to style my hair. I didn't even know what a round brush was, LOL. So how was I going to work with razor cut layers?
Keep in mind that a shag will require some effort from you each morning (no wash and wear there) but don't rule it out! It may just work nicely for you. You should find a reputable stylist and have a chat about it. You can also try one of those virtual makeovers where you upload your picture online and try on a bunch of different styles to see how they suit you. Do a little research on different styles before you jump in and you'll be more likely to find the best cut for your hair type and facial features.
Thanks for the response, I have just about talked myself out of it now. I have a square face and do not have a strong jawline, so I may just keep it longer.
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I have a shag but a very, very short one. I used to have all one length hair anywhere from shoulder length to chin and had that for about 20 years. I have to say I like this hair cut much, much better but it did take me a long time to get the product mix right. I generally do have to wash it every day but it takes about 5 minutes to dry and style. It does take a really great hairdresser to get the cut correct though. Just make sure that they leave enough in back and enough bangs that it doesn't become a pixie. Then get a good wax or pommade and a good "hard" hold hairspray and you are good to go for the day.
"It is better to look marvelous than to feel marvelous" Billy Crystal
I also have my hair a little past shoulder and all one length, and it is getting boring to me. I haven't made the jump for the cut yet, but still want to do something different.
I have another appt, July 10th and we'll see what my hairdresser and I can come up with.
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