You might have been thinking about chopping your hair off for a while now, but actually doing it is another matter entirely. So how about a happy medium? Instead of going super short, try a gorgeous medium-length cut [1] that still has texture and body, and allows you to continue experimenting with braids and twists [2]. Once you've gone for the chop, your hair will look healthier and feel so much lighter. You can go for a full-on transformation by adding a gorgeous blonde shade [3], too. Trust us, a shoulder-skimming style is exactly what you need.