I usually keep my hair short (pixie/cropped style) and find the look suits me. I am full figured with no shortage of woman features, so I am not worried about being mistaken for a man. I just cannot be bothered with longer hair that gets in the way, looks messy and takes lots of time in the morning. I have attempted several grow outs over the years and they have never seemed to last.
As I get older (mid-40s), I have found at times that my hair looks a bit harsh at this length. I have grow it a bit longer (sort of a longer pixie) and get annoyed with it and feel like it looks less flattering and messy. When I explained this to my stylist, she suggested keeping it rather short but adding partial blonde highlights on top to soften of the look and to make the style more youthful. I have medium brown hair.
if anyone has any advice. suggestions or experience with this, I could use the help.