i’m so vain (i probably think this post is about me)
Last Friday, I was in the Marina thinking about how long I’d have to wait for a bus to get back up the mountain when I wandered by a hair salon run by the wife of one of P’s friends. I’ve never gone to her and, in fact, always felt a little guilty whenever I saw her because of it.
It so happened that two young guys from the village were getting haircuts there, and one offered me a ride if I wanted to wait. So I waited for them, figuring the bus would take much longer to arrive.
And then I felt guiltier and guiltier about never going there for my haircuts the longer I sat there.
So at the last snip, I worked up all the nerve I had and asked Giovanna if I could make an appointment with her and made a decision on the spot to not only cut, but color. I’ve never colored my hair before (some highlights, yes, but not in years–and not in Italy), but the little white ones were really just starting to annoy me far too much.
Plus my birthday’s coming up, so I thought I’d treat myself to some “me” time and count this as my present to myself.
Now you’re all dying to know how it turned out, right? Well humor me anyway.
Yesterday morning I looked like this:
Now I look like this:
I love the color, love the cut, and now I even have some private English lessons lined up as a result of finally going to see Giovanna. Turns out she wanted to ask me about them the previous day I was there but was too shy to ask. Seems we have at least one thing in common.
And? You want to know how much it set me back? Wash, cut, color, and style (including blowing out my not-so-straight-hair)?
Come on.
Guess.
Thirty euros ($42).
Happy early birthday to me!
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You look wonderful! Of course, you did before, but your new color and cut really suit you. And, what a bargain!
Now I’m thinking I’m in need of a change. Hmm…
David, good luck getting P to go dancing (truth be told I’m not much of a dancer either, so it works out well)
And thanks for all those other lovely words, including the birthday wishes!
Roamer, thanks! I think birthdays should really be month-long celebrations…are you in?
Casalinga, be aware that prices vary greatly throughout Italy, but if you’re coming to Calabria by chance, I can hook you up
Thanks for stopping by!
Anno, thanks–and I’ll pass that compliment along to my mom as well
Sabine, grazie
Kelli, woohoo! Change is good! Thanks for visiting
love the color! i agree, i didn’t see any little grey hairs. What’s P think? My hubby wants mine long and luxurious. U know men! I just got mine cut about 6 inches this summer but he actually loved it. BTW, i pay 40.00 here for a cut, blow dry and style and that does not include tip!
Enza, P loves it! Luckily he’s not one of those guys who just loooove long hair–good thing b/c I can’t handle it anymore. I had long hair most of my life, and I’m pretty sure I’m done with it now (unless, of course, I look into wigs)!
The problem with the white hairs was that they weren’t little–full grown and starting to get comfortable! So I said “ciao” and wouldn’t it be nice if they just took the hint?
What an amazing haircut! It looks fabulous on you. Congrats for working up your nerve. Also, thanks for the Burma post today – I didn’t know this was going on and now I have a post up, too.
How pretty, really looks lovely. Happy early Birthday!
Thanks Jen and Elle
Your new do looks great! And what a great deal, too.
Love the new cut and color! It looks fabulous on you. The english lessons are a fabulous bonus too!!
I love the haircut! And you look so pretty. Thank you for the picture. Maybe one day I will get up the nerve to post one of Frannycakes herself! Thanks for such wonderful posts. I look forward to your blog everyday!
Fran
Meredith and Dana, thanks!
And Frannycakes, can’t wait to see you
LOVE LOVE LOVE your new look! She did a great job!
2ciaos
JetSetBaby
First off, great to put a face to the sea of words!. You look lovely pre and post (read sophisticated) hair cut. Just as I had imagined you to be ! (Well..almost!).
Second, is hair styling that cheap all over Italy..? If so, I am moving there!
You look fabulous! I love your new style!
Alex and Novelist, thanks
Dee, glad to oblige, and nah–prices aren’t this low all over Italy. The further north you go (Rome and up), the higher they get. In a city like Milan, I think the prices are pretty comparable to other major cities elsewhere.
che bella!!!
Fantastic cut & color (I’m a wannabe redhead myself, so I’m partial to red color); is it something you can do easily on your own? That’s the thing I struggle with most – my ornery hair behaves nicely for my stylist, but trying to recreate what she does when I’m at home is another matter entirely.
Wow! You look great! And €30 is such a bargain. Here in Germany, €30 will only get you granny-style helmet hair, or maybe a mullet. I’ve got to go in for a cut and highlights soon and I’m looking at well over €100!
Well, I know I am very late on this…but Happy Birthday to you Michelle!!!!! Just tryin to catch up on your blog..I have been away too long!!! I love the new hair. Seems like birthdays are a good time for a little change. I got a new do and new glasses in Paris for my 40th. Oh God…leaves me wondering what the he#* is my 50th gonna be…a little lipo, tummy tuck…Nah..I would never!!! Don’t beleive in the stuff! So…what does *P* think of the new you?
Gumby, thanks–and great name
Jessica, it’s reasonably easy to recreate at home if I wanted to put the time into it; I’m just not one to spend a lot of time on my hair, though, and since I have naturally wavy/somewhat curly hair, I wear it wavy most of the time–luckily I like that too
Christina, it really was a true bargain–I hope you get a great cut and color for whatever price you end up paying
Robin, well you’re not late with the bday wishes (you still have 9 more days as of this writing)…P loves the new hair, and now I’m turning my attention to new glasses
I love your hair, too. It really suits you.
It costs the same for me in Sardinia.
As for the English lessons, it must be something in the (h)air (sorry, couldn’t resist). Last time I went in for a cut, I came out with English lessons, too.
Anyway, looking forward to seeing the new glasses…
Emma, see, yet another reason why people should come and see you in Sardinia! Thanks for stopping by…and stay tuned for glasses!
From beautiful to more beautiful — and brilliant as well… OooLaLa
Rob, you’re too kind…but I’ll take it
love the new hair, suits you very nicely!!
been meaning to stop by your blog again and actually reply….so here i am
Elena Jane, so happy to see you
Wow, I’m jealous. All this time I’ve been spending $170 when I could simply have it all done in Italy for way less.
It may take a while to find someone you like, but it’s worth looking
By the way, the haircut looks great!!!!!!!!!
Thanks! It was a few haircuts ago, but compliments are always appreciated