Are woman allowed to cut their hair short?
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The Details of the Question
Is it haram for a woman to cut her hair short till her shoulders? not with an intention to imitate men or something but just because she likes short hair herself, and feels confident and good in it?
The Answer
Dear Brother / Sister,
Yes, since she does not intend to resemble men, cutting her hair to shoulder length is not sinful. However, regardless of whether her hair is short or long, she must cover her head and hair in the presence of men whom she could lawfully marry.
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