Cupcakes and Cashmere

Chopped

February 20th, 2013

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J.Crew Jacket, Ray-Ban Aviators, Zara Top, Elizabeth and James Jeans, Manolo Blahnik Pumps, Vintage Chanel Bag, M.A.C. Snob Lipstick, Essie Cute as a Button Nail Polish

I’m not exactly one who readily embraces change. I like routines, things in an orderly fashion, and find comfort in consistency. But this past week, I decided to cut my hair – by almost half a foot. Prior to that, I had the same haircut for roughly 25 years. It had become so entwined as part of my appearance that I placed too much emphasis on its importance. Needless to say, I was ready for something different. I started researching looks I liked – and zeroed in on Elizabeth Olsen’s blunt cut that’s neither short or long. I’ll admit that when my hairdresser made that first cut, I nearly fell out of the chair, but I’ve since come around to it. It’s the only time I’ve had an actual style (not just long layered hair), but more importantly, it’s reminded me just how crucial it is to embrace change every now and again.

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  • Nicole Chiarella

    I love that cut! I’m currently growing my hair out to that length now!

    xo Nicole

    petuniasandpeonies.blogspot.com

  • http://norebeccaforayear.blogspot.com/ Cassidy Short

    I absolutely LOVE it! I love that style right now, your new cut also reminds me of Giuliana Rancic’s medium length bob she just got. Gorg!

    xoxo
    Cassidy

    http://norebeccaforayear.blogspot.com/

  • http://Www.kristixoxo.com Kristi

    I love this length on you! I especially love the darker tones in your hair now – so flattering!

  • http://moicontrelavie.com/ Moi Contre La Vie

    Love it! You look really great. Such a fun, fresh look for Spring. :) I love short hair but I’m too darn lazy, whenever I cut it I only keep up w/ the styling for a week or two…

  • http://www.splendourandrouge.com Sarah

    I love it! so chic

  • http://www.rachelslookbook.com Rachel

    I love the cut! Looks fresh and stylish.

  • http://www.365til30.com Kate365til30

    SOOO gorgeous!! Love your hair color too. Looks like spun gold:)
    xo
    Kate
    http://www.365til30.com

  • http://beautesombre.blogspot.com Beaute Sombre

    You can do it Emily!

  • http://www.weheartbeautyblog.com Lara

    Aw it looks so nice! Good for you for taking a big step! I was too traumatized last time I cut my hair off, so never again for me, lol.

    xox Lara http://www.weheartbeautyblog.com

  • http://fashiongalfireman.blogspot.com vanessa

    i LOVE it!! i sport a Chopped do too! but you are definitely much better at styling your chop then i am. looks great! :) :)
    xx, Vanessa
    http://fashiongalfireman.blogspot.com/

  • http://hidinginheaven.blogspot.fr/ Lolita

    This jkt is sooo pretty !!!

    http://hidinginheaven.blogspot.fr/

  • http://www.thewrittenrunway.com Ambyr

    This is super cute. I love a fresh, blunt cut. It makes everyone’s hair look refreshed! Perfect cut for summer.

    xoxo
    http://www.thewrittenrunway.com

  • http://lavie-amonavis.blogspot.com Melissa

    love that blazer!

  • http://www.twelfth-avenue.com Natalie

    This cut is so great on you. I never thought of your hair as being that long until now!

  • http://lejlatravels.blogspot.com/ Lejla
  • http://www.bungalowblueinteriors.com Kelly@Bungalow Blue

    I love it! Looks amazing on you and has a bit of an edge :)

  • http://localandopulent.wordpress.com Lesley O.

    Love the new hair style! It feels very French! Also, the jacket is too cute!

    http://localandopulent.wordpress.com/2013/02/20/189/

  • amy

    you wear it wonderfully!
    Coffee Beans and Bobby Pins

  • Camila

    I can totally relate to falling off the chair with the first cut but just enjoy it now cause you look so beautiful!

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  • http://afashionistalikeme.blogspot.com Lauren

    Love the new hair! I always make drastic hair cuts from really long to really short… I feel like a new and refreshed me at the end of it though! Thanks for sharing!

    Check out my blog for all you fashionistas like me out there!
    http://www.afashionistalikeme.blogspot.com

    XX

  • http://www.savannahbleu.blogspot.com Jody

    Very cute. It’s still well past your shoulders! And I love the color!

  • http://julieblakeblog.blogspot.com Julie Blake

    I love it Emily! It looks great on you!

  • http://chefjamielevine.com jamie @ green beans & grapefruit

    It looks great! I always debate chopping off 6 inches. Outfit is pretty too.

  • http://readmedear.com Ali

    Love the cut! I’m thinking of the same type of hairstyle. I have long blonde hair that loses style quickly and I’ve been looking to Jessica Alba’s mid-length, blunt cut for inspiration. I just have to make the appointment which is sometimes the hardest part.
    xo

  • http://www.anightinnyc.blogspot.com olga

    It’s weird how attouched most of us are about our hair, i’m the same way, i’m so afraid to cut it even though i have been wanting to forever. You look amazing! I love the shorter hair on you.

    http://www.anightinnyc.blogspot.com

  • http://mochaandmoccasins.blogspot.ca Monica

    I never thought I’d see you with short hair, but surely after 25 years change is good. You look great :) I should probably get my hair trimmed soon…

    M.

  • http://www.inherentstylela.com/ Inherent Style LA

    So right you are Emily! You wear change well!! I recently cut bangs into my side parted hair (bf the Fist Lady) and I am happy to have a different look.

    And I love the Manolos!!!

    http://www.inherentstylela.com/

  • http://goldendreamland.blogspot.com Golden

    I love the haircut! I have been debating about making a similar change, and this is so inspiring!

    http://goldendreamland.blogspot.com/

  • Erika

    love it!

  • Esti

    Hey Emily! I also recently cut my hair the same length and am having curling iron difficulties. Do you use the same beachy waves tutorial for the shorter hair? Would love some insight on what products you use. Thanks!

  • http://cestlavieverblog.wordpress.com Genevieve

    this is so inspiring! i’ve had the same haircut for four years now, and am also ready for a change. i’m thinking color… but i’ve never dyed my hair before! maybe this post is a sign i need to try something new??
    http://cestlavieverblog.wordpress.com

  • http://soanthro.com Emily @ so anthro

    Love it Emily– good for you! I’ve had the same cut for just about ten years now– I’ve always thought, why fix what’s not broken? But you’re right, sometimes a fresh change is really necessary :)
    xx, Emily
    http://soanthro.com

  • http://love-and-whimsy.blogspot.com Milynn

    I am loving your cut! I usually grow out my hair all year and then chop it all off around this time of the year too! Just in time for spring :)

  • Ashley

    Great cut! Can you do a post on how you styled it and the products you use?

  • http://www.not-going-out-like-that.com julie

    love the new blunt cut but it’s not that noticeable that you chopped off a lot because I think in many of your photos you had your hair up or half up. I any case – the more blunt ends makes your hair look fuller.

  • http://www.shoegaloutintheworld.com/ Shoegal Out In The World

    Great haircut & outfit…

    xo, Shoegal Out In The World

    http://www.shoegaloutintheworld.com/

  • http://chelseaandthecity.blogspot.com/ Chelsea

    I’m the exact same way about my hair. I’ve had a long no-style style for years and am recently itching for some change. I love your new do! You look great Emily.

    xoxo,
    Chelsea & The City

  • http://www.vintagedanielle.blogspot.com vintagedanielle

    Love the fresh look! Your hair frames your face much better.

  • http://thenewmomma.com Shasta

    CUTE! I love your clothing as well.

  • http://www.fromatozoe.com/ Zoe

    I love the shorter ‘do! I chopped off all my hair once, and it took three haircuts, so I commend you for taking the plunge! What a fun style for the warmer weather that’s coming soon :)

  • http://www.crystalsbeautycorner.blogspot.com Crystal Ike

    I love the cut. It looks nice on you!
    -Crystal

    Crystal’s Beauty Corner

  • http://herestohappinesses.blogspot.com/ Amie

    very pretty!

  • andrea

    I LOVE your hair!! You can work anything but this is a great cut!!

  • http://www.icantaffordanyofthis.com Emily

    You look great with shorter hair! I don’t miss my long hair at all – so much sassier.

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  • http://adailydoseoflou.blogspot.com Lindsay

    Oh I love it!! I think the length looks great on you! My last cut was Elin Kling inspired…she’s got the same kinda mid-length blunt cut as well. It’s already grown out so much that I may go even shorter next time! I might just be using one of your photos for inspo! :)

  • http://sheelagoh.com/ Sheela Goh

    Isn’t it scary? The mane becomes such an integral part of our persona that changes, drastic or subtle, become amplified, even when we’re merely considering them. I was presented with the same conflict 4 years ago, and when my stylist chopped off that first 6″, I think I either teared up or wet my pants. Perhaps both. But it was such an uplifting experience. I felt carefree and light, both emotionally as well as physically. Since then, I always make sure to lop off at least a foot each time I visit the salon AND review my hair colour too. Change is good. Change keeps us rejuvenated :) change puts the pep back into peppy.

  • http://laminlouboutins.blogspot.com Stephanie

    Love that jacket!! And your new do! The blunt cut really stands out!

    -Stephanie
    @LaminLouboutins.com

  • http://www.katiemccskronicles.blogspot.com Katie

    It looks great!

  • http://www.TheSkinnyConfidential.com Lauryn

    Your hair looks great! You always look fab though ; ).

    http://www.TheSkinnyConfidential.com