Just recently, Stylist reported on the psychology behind cutting your hair short. Many experts are, of course, in agreement that a big haircut usually signifies an equally big life change – but that’s not to say it’s always a negative change.

Dr Becky Spelman, psychologist at the Private Therapy Clinic, said, “With age comes experience and self-assuredness, which is probably why women with shorter hair can appear more confident.”

Heather Garbutt, psychotherapist at TCPC, added: “When women have short hair in this context, it’s a statement of independence, a taking on of ‘the hunter’ role – traditionally considered to be a more ‘masculine’ and dynamic identity – rather than the more ‘feminine’ (as in, empathic and caring) ‘gatherer’ mantle.”

But, ultimately, no one needs a reason to get the chop – and Union just proved that beautifully. So… has it left you feeling inspired?

Gabrielle Union just upturned the classic ‘hair crisis’ trope with her empowering crop