A symbol of confirmation, it’s easy to live… What if we dared to go for a short haircut?

At the 2023 Met Gala last May, actress Florence Pugh, a rising star of her generation, caused a sensation by rocking a haircut that was, to say the least, radical. A close-shaven, GI spirit that few actresses have dared except the role of Demi Moore (On equal terms) Charlize Theron (Mad Max : Fury Road:via Natalie Portman (V for Vendetta:)

But the actress? sand dune The muse of Valentino’s house is not afraid. And since then, he likes to review very short hair codes with many changes, micro, too, or, on the contrary, spectacular. event And the hairstyle is her best style argument.

“Hair today has established itself as an accessory, like a bag, jewelry or clothing. And the cut should reflect what a woman is. But also the image he wants to give,” explains Rémi Ansola, director of the Dessange Training Center. It’s no surprise, then, that this new generation of actresses (Kristen Stewart is the other speaker) are making this hair choice an act of rebellion, or at least an act of uniqueness to stand out. “Obviously, they’re doing it to send a message, to stand out. Today, cutting your hair gets more statements,” he adds. Also, the bolder the cut, the better: mullet cut or bixie cutextreme coloring, these actresses seem to have given unlimited scope to the creativity of their hairdresser.

Long creates resistance

However, they are still exceptional on the red carpet. Because when the desire to go short arises, actresses now prefer to cheat with a wig in order not to give up the length. A way to have fun without risking regretting too many scissor kicks. like Emily Ratajkowski at the Marc Jacobs show last February, or Emma Watson in Prada’s Paradoxe perfume campaign. “Women want to maintain their length no matter what, because it’s part of the collective unconscious as a basic code of femininity. But for me it is a fundamental mistake. we often lose harmony if the length is not adjusted,” regrets Remy Ansola. It is clear that the same trend on the catwalks puts short hair on the side.

While boyish models marked their era, from Linda Evangelista to Agyness Deyn to Stella Tennant, few make this choice today. Recently, only Constance Jablonski dared to wear a short bob, and that too in the context of post-pregnancy. So what accounts for this undeniable reign of long hair, see XXLongs. There are many reasons behind this major launch. There is, of course, the epidemic, or rather, the arrest, which delayed the appointments of the hairdresser for several months. “Some women have had to miss one or two incisions and this has allowed them to go through a difficult period of recovery,” analyzes Leonor Greyl expert Stefan Monneri. “We should also not forget the influence of social networks and personalities like the Kardashians,” adds expert Dessange. Indeed, cascading lengths, wavy mermaid and other variations (braids, ponytails, etc.) are the hair signature of these trend queens.

Feel beautiful above all else

Even age is no longer a limit. While we’re more used to seeing celebrities opt for shorter hair after a certain age, the new laws are going against the grain. So, at 60, Demi Moore is developing a length that hits her hips. Andi McDowell, who has broken many taboos around white hair, has not given up her cascading curls. And this, when, ironically, her daughter decided to adopt her mother’s fabulous bob Four weddings and a funeral. “But having long hair takes a lot of maintenance. And what can be easily done when you have a hairdresser or even a whole team at your disposal is much less in everyday life. As a result, we tie our hair because we are not getting the desired result. Look at the number of ponytails or buns on the street,” laments Charlie, the iconic court hairdresser (he was the one who designed Catherine Deneuve’s iconic cut immortalized in the film. To India)

“Looking good with long hair is real work unless you’re in your 20s. If the length is too long, you look tired. It should be kept in mind that the choice should be decoration, improvement. We cannot adopt a fashion effect in life as we would on social networks. However, trends in the beauty market also show that taking care of your hair has become a priority, just like your skin. “We see that our customers place more importance on the quality and composition of the products they use,” says expert Leonor Greil. A phenomenon that explains the explosion Hair Care with brands known for their expertise in hair care skin care (Guerlain, Augustinus Bader, Nuxe, etc.).

And from now on we treat ourselves to hair care in special places, just like we used to order a massage. So the Flora brand took up residence at La Réserve Paris after presenting its protocols at La Samaritaine. Hair services are growing at Sisley, Carita, Leonor Greyl. Just like the market for devices that allow you to style your hair at home while having a result that doesn’t have to be ashamed of the work of a professional. So Dyson was selling seven Airwraps per minute worldwide by the end of 2022. Proof that the budget we spend on hair is no longer a small thing. And that consumers are willing to pay the price to show off their dream hair.

Right move

However, it is unfortunate that industry experts are seeing shrinking queries becoming less common. “There are so many proposals and details that can be presented briefly. it’s not just the boys or the square. The important thing is once again to combine the features of the face with the hairstyle,” claims expert Dessange. For Charlie, who offers his master classes online. “Women have forgotten the fact that a short haircut can beautify the face and features. This can add real value to a sketch. Like the elegance of a suit, where everything plays just a few centimeters away.” “Besides, a short haircut is always very sexy.” Easy to style, easy to tangle, there is no shortage of arguments for daily maintenance of short hair. Although it is true that it also requires more regular visits to your hairdresser.

On the product side, wax, paste, water or texture mist, as well as hairspray and other powders are multiplied to add substance and volume to locks. We just need to work on the latter, please, a little. But if not everyone has the courage (not the life) of Florence Pugh to dare such a radical cut, we can wonder what stands out today as the perfect source of inspiration in matters of court. “The best ambassador for me remains Charlize Theron and her minis wavy barely mentioned. everything is in simple motion,” confides Stefan Monner of Leonor Greil. The latter insisting on the importance of considering the short with all its possibilities (bangs, highlights, balayage, color, etc.). “When we cut it, we’ve crossed a threshold that allows for more fun, more play. Especially since the stakes are less important; regrows quickly and even with coloring the performance is not the same. In the end, the important thing is to respect the morphology of the face.”