is shorter hair more modern than long?

[Anonymous]

There is a stylist Jayne_edosalon on Instagram. She doesn’t cut everyone short (and I can’t do razor cuts and agree most of hers go wispy, but that’s not the point) and after watching her cut for a while, I do realize most women look better with some bangs or layers around the face, even if you don’t go short. Long hair really does drag down our faces, esp as we age. for most of us. Or we can do a Kris Jenner and do the full facelift.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Generally short hair makes older women look even older. With some exceptions.

Also, why do you think following trends is a good idea? That modern is better than the alternative? Just FYI, the trend is long, lush hair, all over the world. I'm not saying you need to have long hair because it's the fashion. I'm saying that you need to decide what's most important to you (ex: ease of care) and how to obtain it.

Lush hair is increasingly difficult to achieve as one ages. That's literally why a lot of older women cut their hair shorter. Shorter hair takes some of the weight off and gives the impression of fuller hair.

[Anonymous]

It's pretty easy to try out a bob if you want to experiment with shorter hair and see how it looks with your face and hair texture. You don't even have to do a short bob -- try a lob and see how it looks.

I am in my 50s and wear my hair about midway between my chin and shoulders. I have wavy hair and get a textured cut, to prevent it from looking stiff or helmet-y, though I do sometimes straighten it for a super sleek, refined look. But most days I air dry with product to prevent frizz.

I think some women look with longer hair but that especially if your hair is prone to frizz, it can look really unkempt. I like a haircut that will look pulled together and professional every day without a lot of effort, and that will allow me to go at least 3 months between cuts.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:There is a stylist Jayne_edosalon on Instagram. She doesn’t cut everyone short (and I can’t do razor cuts and agree most of hers go wispy, but that’s not the point) and after watching her cut for a while, I do realize most women look better with some bangs or layers around the face, even if you don’t go short. Long hair really does drag down our faces, esp as we age. for most of us. Or we can do a Kris Jenner and do the full facelift.

OP here. I am obsessed with Jayne. I stopped myself from buying her class in how to cut my own hair with a razor lol… But I love what she can do with hair.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm in my mid 50s, with light hair, and have only a handful gray strands at my temples. It grows fast, so I generally keep it long and just trim as needed. But it is making me feel so heavy lately and I'm tired of buns.

It is very fine and curly/wavy/frizzy. Even though the strands are fine, I have a LOT of hair. It's dense I guess?

I WFH in a creative field as a consultant, so I don't have to worry about office expectations. I wear glasses -- menopause dried my eyes too much for contacts! -- so I worry about how cuts will look with those. I used to love bangs, so am open to that. My face is pretty typical oval shape, though I've put on a handful of pounds so my cheeks are a bit round right now.

Any suggestions for a more modern cut instead of just "long"? Must be something low maintenance and I prefer to air dry to keep natural texture vs straightening. Would love some photo suggestions!

Except for the under-25 crowd, short hair makes a woman look old. Trim, layer, whatever: fine. But no need to go short. And good grief, no bangs! Do you know how young and hot you have to be to pull off bangs? EXTREMELY

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think OP may also mean a new cut is more refreshing than hanging on to an old style past its sell-by date.

You’re open to it. Try it. Hair grows back.

What nonsense. The people who are looking at you aren't thinking of how long you've had this hair style, just whether it suits you or not. If YOU want a change, then by all means, got for it! But new does not equal better.

"Refreshing"? Ridiculous.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Generally short hair makes older women look even older. With some exceptions.

Also, why do you think following trends is a good idea? That modern is better than the alternative? Just FYI, the trend is long, lush hair, all over the world. I'm not saying you need to have long hair because it's the fashion. I'm saying that you need to decide what's most important to you (ex: ease of care) and how to obtain it.

Lush hair is increasingly difficult to achieve as one ages. That's literally why a lot of older women cut their hair shorter. Shorter hair takes some of the weight off and gives the impression of fuller hair.

We understand that. But right now OP is not complaining about hair thinning or hair loss, so the old lady cut to hide those complaints is not timely.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm in my mid 50s, with light hair, and have only a handful gray strands at my temples. It grows fast, so I generally keep it long and just trim as needed. But it is making me feel so heavy lately and I'm tired of buns.

It is very fine and curly/wavy/frizzy. Even though the strands are fine, I have a LOT of hair. It's dense I guess?

I WFH in a creative field as a consultant, so I don't have to worry about office expectations. I wear glasses -- menopause dried my eyes too much for contacts! -- so I worry about how cuts will look with those. I used to love bangs, so am open to that. My face is pretty typical oval shape, though I've put on a handful of pounds so my cheeks are a bit round right now.

Any suggestions for a more modern cut instead of just "long"? Must be something low maintenance and I prefer to air dry to keep natural texture vs straightening. Would love some photo suggestions!

Except for the under-25 crowd, short hair makes a woman look old. Trim, layer, whatever: fine. But no need to go short. And good grief, no bangs! Do you know how young and hot you have to be to pull off bangs? EXTREMELY

Bangs are frequently recommended for older women for the very reason that they give a more attractive appearance. They might not work great for someone with a lower forehead, but for someone with a higher forehead, they look great!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm in my mid 50s, with light hair, and have only a handful gray strands at my temples. It grows fast, so I generally keep it long and just trim as needed. But it is making me feel so heavy lately and I'm tired of buns.

It is very fine and curly/wavy/frizzy. Even though the strands are fine, I have a LOT of hair. It's dense I guess?

I WFH in a creative field as a consultant, so I don't have to worry about office expectations. I wear glasses -- menopause dried my eyes too much for contacts! -- so I worry about how cuts will look with those. I used to love bangs, so am open to that. My face is pretty typical oval shape, though I've put on a handful of pounds so my cheeks are a bit round right now.

Any suggestions for a more modern cut instead of just "long"? Must be something low maintenance and I prefer to air dry to keep natural texture vs straightening. Would love some photo suggestions!

Except for the under-25 crowd, short hair makes a woman look old. Trim, layer, whatever: fine. But no need to go short. And good grief, no bangs! Do you know how young and hot you have to be to pull off bangs? EXTREMELY

Bangs are frequently recommended for older women for the very reason that they give a more attractive appearance. They might not work great for someone with a lower forehead, but for someone with a higher forehead, they look great!

Oh no, they got to you! The Big Bangs People. Cigarettes in the 50s, "low fat" in the 90s, opioids in the 2000s, Bangs in the 2020s. Follow the money and WATCH OUT people. Bangs are not your friend, no matter what they pay your stylist.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I'm in my mid 50s, with light hair, and have only a handful gray strands at my temples. It grows fast, so I generally keep it long and just trim as needed. But it is making me feel so heavy lately and I'm tired of buns.

It is very fine and curly/wavy/frizzy. Even though the strands are fine, I have a LOT of hair. It's dense I guess?

I WFH in a creative field as a consultant, so I don't have to worry about office expectations. I wear glasses -- menopause dried my eyes too much for contacts! -- so I worry about how cuts will look with those. I used to love bangs, so am open to that. My face is pretty typical oval shape, though I've put on a handful of pounds so my cheeks are a bit round right now.

Any suggestions for a more modern cut instead of just "long"? Must be something low maintenance and I prefer to air dry to keep natural texture vs straightening. Would love some photo suggestions!

Except for the under-25 crowd, short hair makes a woman look old. Trim, layer, whatever: fine. But no need to go short. And good grief, no bangs! Do you know how young and hot you have to be to pull off bangs? EXTREMELY

Bangs are frequently recommended for older women for the very reason that they give a more attractive appearance. They might not work great for someone with a lower forehead, but for someone with a higher forehead, they look great!

Oh no, they got to you! The Big Bangs People. Cigarettes in the 50s, "low fat" in the 90s, opioids in the 2000s, Bangs in the 2020s. Follow the money and WATCH OUT people. Bangs are not your friend, no matter what they pay your stylist.

Someone has a big nose, small forehead and weak chin...

[Anonymous]

If you are pulling your hair into a bun most days you should at least try cutting your hair. Long hair can be stylish at any age but an old fashioned bun is definitely not it.

I got a chin length bob not long ago and was so so surprised how many compliments I got. People love it straight, people love it wavy. I let it go a couple inches longer to a little above my shoulders and it looks even better wavy. But like most people said, it has to suit your face. I would personally not go shorter than chin length unless you have great bone structure and are committed to styling every day.

[Anonymous]

Im 49 and live my wild, short curly pixie, which I wear with one side tucked behind the ear. I have black (not African American, black color) hair that’s thinning but looks full when I leave it curly. I’ve had a even shorter pixie, and I like that too. It suits my bone structure. I have an oval but not too long face. It’s also just my style.

[Anonymous]

I think long hair on most older women looks dated. Long meaning armpit level or longer. Even if your hair is healthy, it can make you look frumpy if your overall look isn’t polished and put-together.

[Anonymous]

Modern? Lol
Ok grandma

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Modern? Lol
Ok grandma

You realize that grandmothers today have longer hair, right? That long layered look is going to be associated with grandmas in decades to come.