1. Blunt, Straight Hair
Straight hair with blunt ends can lack shape — and if there’s one hallmark of flattering hair it’s that it has a shape that highlights your face and facial features. While blunt ends can make your hair look thicker and denser, it’s a good idea to add layers to your hair to frame your face.
2. Single-Layered Bob
The single-layered bob that lacks layering also has the potential to fall flat at the scalp and create a square shape at the ends that doesn’t always look flattering. Keep the bob — it’s one of the most versatile hairstyles — but add a few face-framing layers for movement.
3. Long, Flat-Ironed Hair
A flattering haircut over 50 is all about building volume and density in strands. Very long, super-straight flat-ironed hair can just sit there and may drag down your facial features. Adding a slight wave or texture can make hair look more modern and youthful.
4. Choppy Layers
Strategic layering is a great technique for making your hair look more voluminous and to help draw attention to facial features. But layering should have a purpose and be thoughtful. Choppy layers for the sake of having layers can look outdated and negatively affect the shape of your haircut.
5. Mullet
The mullet had a moment a few years back in an ironic way, but generally speaking, it will usually look outdated. If you’re inspired by ‘80s trends and want to try on a retro look, great. But if you love shorter layers and assumed a mullet would be the best haircut consider a shag instead for a more modern look.
6. The ‘90s Rachel
Jennifer Aniston’s ‘90s Rachel cut from Friends was everything back in the day. It inspired numerous women to visit their salon and ask for copycat styles. But it is a haircut with deep ‘90s roots that will always feel outdated after than decade.
7. V-Shaped Haircut
A V-shaped haircut has short sides and a longer back, so that it has a distinctive V-shape when seen from behind. This haircut shape can make your strands look thinner than they are — and it doesn’t feel like the most modern look. Instead, ask your stylist to cut blunt ends but to add long layers for movement and volume.