I am 14 and have light to medium brown hair. Right now it goes to like maybe 3 or 4 inches below my shoulder. I straighten it a lot or put it in a pony tail or like pin my bangs back. What is another style i should do and i am getting a haircut soon and how short should i cut it??? Thanks!

Also, if i get it cut, i have to get it cut at least 3 inches (my mom's rule )