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Side length

Tell the shape you see apart from the cut, styling or install behind it.

What to notice

Just the sides. Short sides go with a long top or long ends.

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Shaved sides
The sides are visibly shaved close to skin.
Short sides
Short hair at the sides, with visible hair remaining.
Long sides
The sides visibly retain longer hair, independently of the length or styling on top.