Stylish short hairdos suited for ladies aged 50 and above, as endorsed by a professional hairstylist
In the world of fashion and beauty, hairstyles have no age limitations. More and more women are embracing short hairstyles, and it's not just the younger generation who are jumping on the bandwagon. This article explores some recommended short hairstyles for older women that help disguise thinning hair and accommodate changing hair types.
One popular choice is the classic pixie cut, providing a chic, balanced shape that works well at any age. The pixie cut, with its cool and edgy style, can combat the worry of shorter hair reminding clients of their mothers, as hairstylist Lewis Pallett suggests. A great way to style a pixie cut is with texture and volume using salt spray.
Another option is the textured crop, with choppy layers and a bit of styling cream, which adds movement and volume, effectively masking thin areas. Jamie Lee Curtis's micro fringe crop is an example of this style. For fine, limp hair needing lift and movement, a short 'LA' shag with lots of texture and built-in volume is ideal.
Layered bobs, including asymmetrical and rounded versions with soft waves, add fullness around the crown and can create the illusion of thicker hair by introducing volume and movement. Oprah's choppy ponytail serves as an inspiration for those seeking a more playful take on the bob. Alfre Woodard's style features a blunt bob, while Helen Mirren's bob boasts a feathered fringe.
For curly or permed hair types, soft curly crops with layers enhance natural curls and provide volume without much styling effort. Andie MacDowell keeps it natural with swept-back curls and curl refresh spray. Wavy lob styles can grow out nicely from a bob, providing a smooth transition for those who want to experiment with different lengths.
When deciding on a cut, the colour of the hair should also be taken into account. Grey hair can become thicker, coarser, and potentially more wiry. Achieving a bouncy blowout like Christine Baranski's with root boosting spray and a round brush can help tame this texture. A smoothing shampoo can help soften lengths, and purple shampoo can help grey hair maintain its shine.
In conclusion, styles like refined pixies, textured crops, layered bobs, and soft curly crops, combined with volumizing and texture-focused styling methods, are recommended to both flatter older women and smartly camouflage thinning hair while complementing changing hair types. Whether you're looking for a chic pixie cut or a playful bob, there's a short hairstyle out there for everyone.
- In the realm of fashion-and-beauty and lifestyle, hairstyles for older women can be both fashionable and practical.
- Home-and-garden magazines might not typically feature short hairstyles, but the classic pixie cut, textured crop, layered bob, and soft curly crops are must-haves for women seeking to update their look.
- A celebrity's hairstyle can often serve as inspiration for women looking to embrace a new fashion-and-beauty look, such as Oprah's playful take on the bob or Helen Mirren's feathered fringe bob.
