Natural or colored, your hair shade affects how the world sees you… and how you see yourself.
Alot of our self-image is based on the perceptions of other people. You partially view yourself through others’ eyes and act accordingly. That’s why the color of our hair tends to stereotype us.
Here’s the deal of what that means for all you redheads, blondes and brunettes.
::RED HAIR::
There are barely any natural redheads – only three percect of the population is said to have natural fiery locks. For centuries, redheads have had to fight stereotypes. For many, red hair atop a female head automatically conjured images of wild women, hotheads, femme fatales, sexpots.
Redheaded women are often portrayed as strong, independant women. They are usually seen as feisty Irish “tough girls”. (HEY KRISTIN!)
“Red is the new blonde,” says Tim Rogers, editorial stylist and spokesman for Charles Worthington hair and beauty salons in London. “She is a head-turning hybrid between the moody brunette and the bubbly blonde. She’s not afraid to have fun and get noticed.”
Red hair compliments brown which seems to be the color in fashion this season. Brown hair with brown fashion can look dull, while red adds more depth and contrast. Red hair also seems to have more shine, which can make your hair look more healthy and beautiful.
::BLONDE HAIR::
Do blondes really have more fun? Maybe. Blonde is a happy color that reminds us of sunny days at the beach.
People see blondes as having more youthful vitality than other colors, and blonde hair can make you look younger. There’s a subtle correlation between youth and blondness, since babies and children tend to have lighter hair than adults.
Do we still think blondes are dumb? Many people say we don’t anymore. The Dumb-Blonde jokes are old. Modern blondes are perceived as powerful, independent and of course, still very sexy.
Blonde hair tends to require alot of attention to keep it looking glamorous and healthy, so blondes can give off the impression of high maintenance.
::BRUNETTE HAIR::
Brunettes project a grounded, stable image. Darker colors also connote earthiness. If you are wanting a more serious, sophisticated look, try a darken brunette hair color.
76 percent of American women think the first female president will have brown hair, according to Allure magazine.
According to a study into hair color and the intensity of attraction, 51% of men thought brunettes were more attractive. Brunettes were described as intelligent, independent and self-sufficient. Two-thirds of the men said the brunette women appeared stable and competent.
Women with medium-length darker hair such as Sandra Bullock and Jennifer Garner are perceived as smarter and more fun loving.
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What are your thoughts?
–Lauren Lindner
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