By Aysha Ibtasam

As this source says it, ‘Not everyone cares about fashion and not everyone wears makeup, but one thing is for sure… everyone has HAIR! Fixing your hair is a part of your daily routine whether you like it or not. Whether you choose to throw it back in a ponytail or prep your hair for a fabulous hairdo with curlers and styling gel, you still have a style’!! Spring calls for a new hairstyle.

Spring is the best time to get a fresh haircut especially if you have been wanting to get one. With new haircut, you might consider getting streaks or a different shade of hair color depending on your complexion and the type of haircut.  Like changing trends of clothes and accessories, the haircut changes with season too, especially in the fashion world-on the runways. Hairstyles are a bit exaggerated on the runways for media buzz, but hair stylist tones them down for main stream styling and managing.  

There were several looks seen on the catwalks for spring 2009, from sleek chignon to pixie cuts and flowy long locks.  This year around, the haircut trend is spread across wide, from Bob to long locks!  Depending on your face structure, hair texture and profession-with the help of your stylish need to determine the right haircut and color.  Consulting prior to getting a desired haircut and color will eliminate your chances of ending up with something which does not go with your personality. I highly recommend seeking a professional stylist. Get a hairstyle which is manageable each morning. Most common mistake people make is, they get their desired haircut thinking it will remain like this forever. Maintaining the style is crucial after a haircut and color.

Layered locks are never out of fashion, if you don’t want to take a chance and chop off the lovely locks, don’t!, Keep them long, however, go for a choppy layer look or shag. A shag is choppy layer cut which has blunt edges and is sort of messy. It gives you ‘rolled out of bed’ appearance. It’s more European look than North American. It’s a tousled and carefree look which is achieved through several steps. A shag hairstyle can be tailored to include bangs as well. To minimize a square face or create instant cheekbones, have the shag-cut in long strands where they caress your cheeks. Also, if you want instant height, this style can be worn with plenty of volume through the crown. This hair style is for a trendy and busy woman who is not afraid to carry an unkempt hair in a very chic way. This hairstyle will give you a funky attitude look, that is if you like that look.

Chignon, a fancy word for a bun was seen on the catwalks of some of the most prominent designers. If done properly, a chignon can last a whole day. But remember, this structured chignon is not close to what the librarian wore - the tight bun back in the days.  A chignon can be worn loose or tight depending on what look your trying to achieve, a softly feminine look or a more sleek and sophisticated one.  To spice up the chignon, make it off-centered and slightly loose for a more romantic look.

Bangs are fun and they are back! Bangs are not so terrifying- the non-desi bangs that is! Remember growing up, desi bangs stopped short several inches above the forehead and straight across? Not those! I am talking about sleek, long and choppy or an updated pageboy bangs. If you get the right length and the cut of the bang, they look so fresh and girly.

Regular Layer cut is suitable for everyone. Layers are very flattering as oppose to one length. Layer adds volume to flat hair. Layer look is modern and edgy. Long hair is beautiful to all eyes, but if they are flat and lifeless, it’s not very appealing. Bulk and definition can be added with some razored layer and curls. Long hair requires a lot of care. Long hair should be healthy and shiny. You can add life to straight hair by using fat curlers or soft waves. Use good conditioner and other treatments and if it suits you, it does not hurt to oil once in a while.

If you can’t seem to part with your long locks, then wear them in stylish pony tail. French pony tail always look so trendy. Little puffed up on the crown and tied high in the back, or you can loosen it in the back while letting your bangs sweep to one side.

As always there is something to suit everyone, whether you have short hair, long hair, are male or female, curly or straight. So get the right cut and color for Spring 2009.