My opinion, it was a GREAT change!
I think you would look even BETTER with shorter layers and about shoulder length hair, but as a guy with long hair, I know chopping it off isn't really a favorable option.
I think any big change in hair is always a BIG DEAL, especially when us long haired people cut off a considerable amount.
I think you just need to find out what way looks best to you, to wear what you now have.
All in all, a change for the better![]()