Shag It Up!
Most women think that once they turn 50, they need to say goodbye to their long hair. Some even consider getting a perm or adapt a more mature hairstyle. Although there’s nothing wrong with these options, you can age gracefully and still have a bit of fun. What matters is that not only do you look great, but you feel good as well.
Just because you’ve hit the big 5-0, it doesn’t mean that you have to stop looking attractive and stylish. After all, it’s considered to be the new 30! Also, you don’t have to go for an outdated and boring haircut or style. The key here is choosing something classic that’s suitable for your face and combining it with a modern touch. This will ensure a timeless yet chic and fresh look that will slash some years off of your face.
So with that in mind, here are the best and most stylish haircuts women over 50 should consider.
If you want to achieve that chic, messy look that’s not only easy to maintain, shaggy is the way to go. The classic hairstyle can also take off several years from your appearance.
In comparison to short haircuts, the shag with its wispy ends will soften most of your facial features. Likewise, you’ll notice that your fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed. This is also a fantastic choice to give your thin or fine hair an effortless volume.
Do The Flip
The retro flip is making a comeback and celebrities, young and old, can’t get enough of it! But gone are the days of massive 60’s bouffant flips. The new version is given a modern makeover where the ends of your hair are curled subtly. Doing this can give the layers of any dull bob some chic lightness to it.
Achieving the flip ‘do is pretty simple. After washing and drying your hair, spray it up with your favorite hairspray. Then, section your hair and flip it outward using a large-barrel curling iron. Make sure your hair has completely cooled before breaking up the curves to get that natural look at the ends. A round brush and blow dryer can also do the trick if you don’t have a handy curling iron.
Crop Those Curls
Long, curly hair can easily weigh down any women over 50. The best solution? Chop some inches off of it to lighten your mane. Not only will you look cute and charming with short, curly ‘do but you’ll feel freer.
If the temperature shifts, you can easily keep you cool by applying less product and shortening your styling time. And the amazing part about this is hairstyle is how easy it is to maintain. Plus, getting rid of that extra load will make you more comfortable and confident. But remember, to ensure your curls frame your gorgeous face perfectly, keep ’em bouncy and loose.
Get The Right Angle
As with any woman who owns a flat iron, you’re probably always going for that long, straight locks. However, this look is quite difficult to pull off. Not just for 50-year old women, but women of all ages. Plus, you’ll simply drag your beautiful face down with a blunt cut, and that’s the last thing you want.
No doubt, blunt cuts are great at creating a shaped look. However, snipping away a few inches in a soft, angled layer just below your chin can give your overall appearance the instant lift it needs.
Styling this haircut is easy-breezy. You only need to blow dry your locks, and with the help of a round brush, you can achieve a smooth hairstyle with subtle curls at the ends.
Edgy In Wedge
During the 70s, the full volume short layer bob was a major hit. This is all thanks to Olympic figure skater Dorothy Hamill. Fast-forward to the new millennium, the classic voluminous wedge is given a breath of fresh air.
You can go for the asymmetrical style or be bolder with various stacking techniques. Perhaps a tapered back or graduated layer is more your thing? The possibilities of this cut are pretty much endless. Also, you may want to consider adding a bit of texture, such as highlights, waves, or uneven layers.
The new wedge is ideal for any woman over 50 looking for something elegant but weightless, as well as wash-and-wear.
Playful Punk
Faux-hawk is a softer version of the mohawk. It’s less intense than the traditional one but more stylish. This is perfect if you want a cool, rocking look over the weekend and keep things more professional during weekdays.
Achieving the look doesn’t mean you have to shave off the side of your head! You can get the classic punk rock-cut by applying mousse to your damp hair and combing it forwards and up while blow drying.
Androgynous Beauty
Most women over 50 love a classic blunt cut. It makes sense since this no-nonsense hairstyle is a convenient go-to look for anyone. But as handy as it is, this type of haircut tends to flatten, and you may see yourself with helmet hair in no time.
You want to avoid this as much as possible since it can add unwanted years to your appearance. Nobody wants that, right? So to transform this and give it a more youthful vibe, go the androgynous way. Adding some wavy layers to your short locks will make it a little more exciting.
The New Pixie
Spice it up a bit the pompadour pixie just like how Cynthia Nixon of Sex and the City is sporting it. Pixie doesn’t always have to be flat or with light, wispy bangs to be flattering. Adding a bit of height is also one way of making it stylish, a little flirty, and fun.
All you need to do to achieve this look is to sweep your hair upwards, away from your face, and around the sides. Make sure to apply a strong-hold styling gel to keep everything in place. And voila! Styling it this way will make you look and feel more youthful.
Frame-ing Hot
Who doesn’t remember the 90s iconic “The Rachel” look from Friends? Aside from a Friends reunion, this universal hit hairstyle is also making its way back to the spotlight this decade.
Everyone, regardless of age, can look fantastic from choppy layers that frame the face. You can customize this ‘do to flatter the shape of your face. On top of that, it can define thick locks while thin tresses can benefit from the volume it creates.
Throw in some highlights and lowlights for a golden perfection. But make sure to tell your stylists to keep the layers below your earlobes to make it more suitable for the 21st century.
She Bangs!
Are bangs bringing some not so good DIY memories of the past? Well, it’s time to reconsider it this time around. Bangs are an excellent way to update a hairstyle. Also, it allows for an exciting change without the need to shorten your hair.
You slash many years off your look with choppy, long, side-swept bangs that fall just underneath your brow. It can help hide those lines that may make you feel self-conscious. Additionally, it highlights your eyes and takes the focus away from your neckline.
The casual-chic cut is a favorite among French. In fact, it’s so flattering that it is given the name the “French Fringe” among the beauty circles in France. Achieving this undone look is pretty simple. Using a round brush, blow dry your bangs as you move it from side to side. That’s it!
Sticking To A Classic Bob
Nothing beats a classic, so no wonder the popularity of bobs is far from slowing down since it made an appearance in the 1920s. A sleek, bob haircut can define your face. At the same time, it provides the right amount of frame if you’re not so confident about your skin.
Take a lesson from Diane Keaton and her timeless bob, which she wears effortlessly. She sure knows how to take advantage of its power. The forever flattering classic and sleek bob is cut just below your chin. Style it with an under curl carefully, and the result is chic sophistication.
Asymmetrically Yours
Who said that hair trends are only for the younger generation? The asymmetrical or a-line cut has been dominating the scene for over a decade. And there are several good reasons why there’s no stopping it. But on top of that list is how the cut can do wonders with your mane in terms of volume.
We all know that with aging comes a more brittle and thinner hair. So the asymmetry style is one of the best solutions for this. Plus, it’s super low-maintenance!
All Chopped Up
Short hair, don’t care! Often, snipping all those tresses away is the next best thing to do. Not only will your head feel lighter with all the load gone, but the maintenance it needs is little to none.
Still, sporting a shorter cut will not take away your style or womanly characteristics. Halle Berry, Charlize, Theron, and Pamela Anderson are rocking this look better than their younger peers! So don’t be afraid to be daring, especially since this haircut rarely does a 50-year-old woman any bad, style-wise.
Pixie Perfection
You don’t have to be in your 20s to get a pixie cut. While it may seem like a bold move for any women over 50 to get a dramatic cut, this hairstyle is actually timeless. One of the best traits of the pixie is how fantastic it is at complementing mature faces. Not only that, but a lightly layered one can soften your look easily.
Keeping It Long
Contrary to popular belief, 50 something women should not avoid growing their hair long. Similar to short hair, long locks don’t come with an expiration date. One word, Cher! You also have Sarah Jessica Parker and Julianne More, who are redefining the silly misconception.
If you’re lucky enough to have healthy long hair at 50, then it only means that you’ve taken proper care of your locks. So get yourself the best conditioner out there and give it a deep treatment once in a while.
Make A Wave
Waves, like the bob, is timeless. Likewise, it will look fab on both short and long haircuts. But aside from these, the on-the-go hairstyle will not only freshen up your face but make you look younger, no matter your age.
But it doesn’t stop there. Waves are perfect at achieving that just woke up look but in a more classic, neater way. Additionally, your thin hair will have volume while giving your face some definition, which short and blunt cuts don’t offer.
Effortlessly Loose
Who says loose curls are only for adorable little kids? This lovely hairstyle will not take a lot of time to prep in comparison to waves. You’ll be able to get that contemporary chic, award show-ready appearance, whether you do the perming yourself or have a professional do it for you. You can’t go wrong with loose curls. But make sure to condition your curly mane frequently to maintain its beauty.
Love The Lob
Simply put, the lob hairstyle is a long bob. The very chic and gorgeous haircut is somewhere between a regular shoulder-length and a bob. This modern style is especially great if you love your long mane but want to trim it down to a more manageable length.
There are many ways to wear a lob, from straight to slightly wavy. For a softer look, you can part in one side, but if you want to look more striking, consider parting your hair in the middle.
Pump Up The Volume
Don’t worry, you will not look like Paula Deen if you turn up the volume of your hair a bit. This works really well to make your thin hair seem voluminous and thicker. Furthermore, volumizing can glamorize your overall look and it’s not a laborious endeavor.
Modern Day Retro
From extra-large waves to pin curls, you have a lot of options to get the pin-up look. But gone are the days where women have to make do with what they have. Today, you can find a plethora of hairstyling products that can help you achieve a modernized vintage look. Retro styles look elegantly chic, and so are you.
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