In our previous article, we discussed how to choose a hairstyle based on your face shape. Now, let’s take a deeper dive into determining the ideal hair length for you.
Length Defines Your Style:
- Medium-Long Hair: Elegant, charming, cute
- Long Hair: Sexy, glamorous
- Short Hair: Edgy, stylish, tomboyish, pixie-like, neutral, handsome
Measuring Hair Proportions
The first step is to learn how to measure the overall proportions of your hair, i.e., the natural width and length of your hair.
Ideal Hair Lengths
- Short Hair: The best length for short hair is within a ratio of 1:1 between width and length, using hair width as the base.
- Medium-Long Hair: The best length for medium-long hair is between a ratio of 1:1.4 and 1:1.6 between width and length, using hair width as the base.
- Long Hair: The best length for long hair is a ratio of 1:2 between width and length, using hair width as the base.
Ideal Hair Length for Your Vibe
| Style | Length to Width Ratio, Hair Position |
|---|---|
| Spirited, Capable, Handsome | 1:0.2-Above the eyebrows, 1:0.4-Nasal Bridge |
| Individual, Edgy, Cool | 1:0.6-Earlobe, 1:0.8-Mouth |
| Sweet, Lovely, Playful | 1:1.0-Chin, 1:1.2-Neck |
| Natural, Casual, Easygoing | 1:1.4-Collarbone, 1:1.6-Chest |
| Elegant, Romantic, Feminine | 1:1.8-Bust, 1:2.0-Under the bust |
Spirited, Capable, Handsome
Individual, Edgy, Cool
Sweet, Lovely, Playful
Natural, Casual, Easygoing
Elegant, Romantic, Feminine
The next post will continue to explore the best hairstyle for you (hair color edition). Please keep reading! You’re almost mastering the complete hairstyle design concept!
Further Reading:
Are Curls and Bangs Right for You? 30-sec Test & 8 Hairstyle Ideas
Hair Wash Mistakes You’re Making (Everyone Does!) & Hair Care Secrets
Salon-Level Hair from Roots to Ends: Scalp Spa & Blowout Secrets
Maximize Your Beauty: Find Your Perfect Seasonal Color Palette
Beyond Aesthetics: The Strategic Use of Color in Personal Branding
