Ginnifer Goodwin is a poster girl for short hair—but not for long. The actress, who famously has wig clauses in her contracts so she can cut her hair freely, is growing it out. “I'm at a very awkward in-between stage,” she told us at the People’s Choice Awards. “It's a glorious thing to have professionals who can help me through that process.” So, what look is she going for? “I'm thinking about a little ‘20s bob. I want to change it up. I've had short hair for so long.” And she does have one trick: “I wear a lot of hats in between,” she said. “It's all about hats!” Tell us: Have you ever grown out your hair?

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