I trim my own splits whenever I see them. I get a salon trim 2-3 times a year. At the salon I get a split end trim and a dusting of the ends to maintain a basically blunt, but slightly tapered and U-shaped line. Yes, I only go to Neil Ward at Variations in Fortnum and Mason, London. Such a style can be a simple half ponytail or bun, or involve complicated twists and braids secured with hairsticks, claw clips or small hair elastics.
Dark hair looks good against pale clothes, and light hair against dark clothes.
Loose, or in a simple bun or braid. Tangles, split ends, and not being able to wear it down as often as I would like due to damage. When my hair is freshly washed and brushed, and can be worn down in the warm sunshine, so it really shines and feels so soft against my body. Yes, although mine is not long enough to do so yet. In a single braid at the nape of my neck, secured with a 'no-snag' elastic.