What Does Your Hair Say About Your Style?

Did you know that your signature hair style actually says a lot about your personality? According to Madison Reed's Color Crew, a team of certified colorists and professional stylists, certain styles convey that you're a dreamer, while others that you're detail-oriented or have a confident attitude.

Who knew? Well, the experts at Madison Reed, of course.

Here are a few popular styles, what they exemplify, and how (if you're feeling adventurous) you can take your style to a new level.

The Short Cut - A short haircut says poise and self-confidence. It's both no-frills and elegant. It's avant-garde and classic. Short hairstyles can complement both a fashion-forward twenty-something, as well a refined, classy woman.

How to take it up a notch:
If you usually wear your hair sleek against the head, try tousling with a lightweight styling cream to create edgy texture.

Curly Hair - When it comes to naturally curly hair, you understand one very important principle of personal style: If you’ve got it, flaunt it. Embracing your curly hair is a declaration to the world that you are confident and true to yourself. Whether you wear your curls short, medium, or long, you make it clear that you’re an original who knows a thing or two about personal style.

How to take it up a notch:
Keep your curls touchable, soft and smooth with a finishing treatment that fights frizz. You can also maintain more volume by focusing shampoo at the roots and conditioner at the end when washing hair.

The Braid - If a braid is your go-to hairstyle, it shows that you balance attention to detail with an unaffected grace. A braid adds visual interest to hair, and can be worn simply or elaborately, depending on the occasion.

How to take it up a notch:
Keep your braid simple for a laid-back seventies look. Or, if you have medium to long hair, try something more intricate for a clean, modern twist. For example, tuck the end of a classic French braid underneath your hair at the nape and pin it into place to create a romantic hairstyle that complements sundresses and gowns alike.

Beach Waves - Loose curls and big waves are an instant call to an easy, breezy personality with a romantic spirit. If you wear your hair in this style, you’re a dreamer who sees infinite possibilities in your day-to-day experiences.

How to take it up a notch:
Add an subtle upscale touch with a thin metallic headband to add a hint of modern shine amidst the bouncy waves.

Is a New Hairstyle Right For You?

Deciding on a new hair cut can make you ask a lot of questions: Should I get the gorgeous celeb hair style I saw in that magazine? What about that cute cut I saw on someone walking downtown? It can be tough to know what's going to work best for you. That's why the team at Madison Reed has come up with a handy haircut guide:

Consider all the Angles

It can often be tempting to make a big cut, especially when it's been a while and you're craving a shorter, fresher look. But make sure to consider all the styles you’ll be able to create with your new hair before you go for it, especially if you’re thinking of going really short. Keep in mind how your hair will fall if you try to curl or straighten it, whether or not the same tools will still work for you, or even if you could use fewer styling products.

Is it You?

Your personality can plays the biggest role choosing a new hair style. If you’re more reserved and have had the same look for a while, be sure to prepare yourself for the fabulous change a new cut can bring! If you're always up for an adventure, why not really go for it and try something out of your comfort zone? If you’re the artistic type or like to stand out from the crowd, then don’t be afraid to go for some asymmetry and experimentation.

A New Cut vs. a New Color 

Are you craving a new haircut, or do you just want something a little different? Changing up your hair color can sometimes have the same effect, without losing your gorgeous locks or signature style. Freshen things up with new highlights to emphasize your cheekbones and eyes, or choose a new color altogether. Want to find out which colors would look best with your skin tone? Get a free color consultation from Madison Reed's Color Advisor.

You can get personalized recommendations by building your Madison Reed Hair Profile or giving the Color Crew a call.

And just for fun...

Ever considered going darker with your hair? With the natural deep hues that come to life in the fall, now is a great time to give it a try! Madison Reed has some top tips for why you should give darker hair a whirl this season:

Try Something Brand New

Surprising yourself with a new look can be fun and refreshing! There's never a bad time to try out a totally different color. As a bonus: You'll get to show off your new look to your loved ones and friends. Going a little off routine is sure to make you feel spontaneous and fun.

Bring in More Shine

If you're used to having lighter hair, you'll get an even silkier shine by going dark. You could give a gloss treatment a try, like Madison Reed's Color Reviving Gloss. Be sure to flip and twirl your new hair to really show off that shine!

Cover those Grays

Yup, we went there. Whether we like it or not, grays are here to stay—but there’s definitely something that can be done. The #1 advantage of going dark is that you can keep those grays at bay, and reveal a more beautiful and youthful-looking you!

Check out Madison Reed's recent blog post for even more dark hair inspiration. And once you've made your decision, be sure to consult Madison Reed's Color Advisor tool and order your permanent hair color today.