There are SO many rules online about how you should — and shouldn’t — cut and style your hair after 50. You’ve probably heard them all: never wear your hair long, don’t skip appointments with your colorist because heaven forbid you allow your strands to go grey. The list goes on and on.
But here’s the thing: what looks great on you looks great on you, and that’s all that really matters. If you feel comfortable committing a cardinal hair “sin” after whatever age you’re at, more power to you. If, however, you’re searching for a hairstyle that often looks flattering on a variety of women, Hair Expert Glam Girl Gabi has you covered:
Here are her suggestions for five haircuts that can make you look younger, fresher, and more modern at 50 and beyond.
Blunt Bob
This style is the ultimate classic and it’s one characterized by a straight line at the end that can make thinner hair look fuller and healthier. How you customize your bob is the cherry on top: you can cut bangs, curtain bangs, choppier layers, more of a one-length style — the sky is the limit in terms of ways you can personalize a bob. The reason a blunt cut looks so great on older women is because the blunt baseline makes your hair look more voluminous AND it’s much easier to style and maintain than long hair.
Mid-Length Cut With Long Layers
Consider the mid-length cut a beautiful compromise between long and short hair — add face-framing layers and you really jazz it up and create a look that puts the spotlight on your cheekbones and facial features. Talk with your stylist about layering — too much can make your hair look wispy and choppy, but the right amount of layering really enhances your hair.
Properly Cut Fringe
There are so many variations of fringe you can add to a haircut you already love — and it’s crucial to find a stylist who can properly cut bangs before you take the plunge with this look. From curtain bangs that incorporate face-framing layers to more blunt bangs, a fringe softens your face and has the added benefit of camouflaging fine lines on the forehead and crinkles around the outer corners of the eyes. Best of all: This is a simple change with a big impact on your overall look.
The Bixie
The bixie is a fashion-forward blend of the pixie and bob — two classic cuts that meet in the middle for a fresh new look. It features texture in the interior of the nape and plenty of angles to flatter facial features, with customizable length. The key word here is “customizable:” you truly can change its length or the amount of layering you add to make it your own.
Natural Texture
This last tip is more of a PSA than a haircut: allow your natural waves and curls to shine through if you haven’t seen them in awhile. Slightly less “perfect,” not pin-straight hair can appear more voluminous and youthful, which is perfect if you’ve been feeling a little self conscious about thinning hair. If you don’t have natural texture, don’t be afraid of playing with heatless curling accessories like satin bands or large rollers.
These five cuts and styles are clear winners — and so universally flattering at any age.
