Growing older can be quite a transition to adjust to; but one thing that we are totally in control of is our hair. No matter the age, hair is a way to establish identity and spark new chapters in life. If you’ve outgrown your previous style, there is a world of options that are beautiful for older women. From bobs to bangs, here are 7 of the best short haircuts for women.
Bobs
Bobs are a go-to look for almost any age, but are especially stylish for older women. For anyone who likes to change the style their hair frequently, bobs offer versatility and room for have fun. Bobs can feature, layered textures, tousled layers, waved layers and more. No matter the style, bobs looks great with color and highlights.
Lobs
Lobs, or long bobs, are considered a cut between the chin and collarbone. A lob is a bit less traditional than a regular bob, but offers versatility that only longer lengths can offer. Older women can rock this style as a classy, short cut, or can throw into a ponytail for a relaxed, laid back look.
Pixie cuts
Pixie cuts are a great look for older women who want an edgy look. Pixie cuts are pretty low maintenance and can add dimension and a full look to fine or thin hair. Some may opt for a pixie cut with long choppy tips on top with short, cropped sides. Other pixie looks feature longer lengths with side sweeping bangs.
Bangs
It may seem like bangs are more of a trendy look for a younger crowd; but bangs can be a beautiful look for older women as well. Bangs can cast a youthful and invigorating glow for an older woman, and actually look amazing with a gray or silver color. With so many different versatile options to choose from, older women can go for many looks, like bobs with bangs, blunt bangs, side-swept bangs, and many more.
Shags
If you really aren’t into high maintenance hairstyles that require upkeep minute by minute, shags are a go to look to keep in mind. Shags are messy and fun and have a chic quality that looks effortless. This style is great for someone with thinner hair, and looks great with babylights to brighten graying hair.
Short crops
Super short cropped hair is the ultimate low maintenance look that exudes style and grace for older women. It requires little styling and fuss–to achieve this look, simple rubbing styling lotion backward through hair with a quick comb through will do the trick. Finish off by letting air dry or blow dry. This is a great look for older women with thick, straight hair.
Asymmetrical flair
Any cut that is asymmetrical on one side is for the older woman who wants her hair to make a playful, trendy statement. This style is not for the low maintenance type, as an asymmetrical cut requires frequent upkeep. Regular trimming is the key to keeping this cut looking as fierce as the first chop. Asymmetrical cuts exude confidence and style, making this look truly ageless.