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A Cut Above: Eight fresh crops for squirmy tots: where to go, what to know, and how to keep them still; By Dana Wood

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Vera, 6 The Velma

A cute and quirky cut for medium-fine hair

The Rules: Intentional "microbangs" like these are one thing; accidental microbangs are quite another. To avoid the latter, be sure to take into account the shrinkage factor: While trimming bangs wet—the only way to guarantee precision—add at least half an inch to the desired length. (The especially wary may want to tack on a whole extra inch.) Once the bangs dry, you can always tinker a bit.

The Tools: Use short scissors, which are easier to maneuver. Try Tweezerman Stainless 2000 5½-inch Shears, $21, Pure Beauty.