Finding a haircut that works for you can sometimes feel like one part magic, one part luck — the luck being the ability to book a stylist who can take one look at you and say, “you would look incredible with a bob!” But, truth be told, that’s a rarity. And you may be searching high and low for new ideas on how to give your hair a refresh so that it helps bring out your favorite features. If you’re over 50 and wear glasses, you may be more mystified as to which cuts and styles suit you the best. Glasses can create a stunning, unique look, but depending on your goals, you may want to minimize the attention they bring or highlight a bold pair of specs.
Hair stylists say women over 50 with glasses look incredible with these haircuts.
What should women with glasses remember at the salon?
There are a few tips to keep in mind if you wear glasses and want a haircut that highlights your features.
“When selecting a hair style, women with glasses should keep their face shape in mind,” says Lauren Udoh, the hair creative director of WigReports.com. “A good rule of thumb is to choose styles that flatter the shape of your face or detract from it in subtle ways.”
Bangs, for example, can be an excellent choice for women who want to draw attention away from their glasses to their facial features, while layers can add texture and movement without overwhelming the face, Udoh says. “Additionally, women with glasses should avoid hairstyles such as tight ponytails that pull at the root and could potentially damage the frames,” she says. “Shorter styles can often look better on those with thick hair since they don't hide smaller frames as easily as longer locks do.”
Great haircuts for women with glasses
Mature women who wear glasses should consider low-maintenance haircuts, flattering for their face shape, and comfortable to work with their glasses, Udoh stresses. “Ideally, the length should hit at least the top of your collarbone or longer and could incorporate layers for movement, texture, and volume,” Udoh says. According to Udoh, some of the most popular haircuts for mature women with glasses include:
** Long bob (lob)
** Blunt cut bob
** Pixie cut
** Shaggy layers with bangs or no bangs
** Layered cuts with a short nape section in front
All of these cuts can work because they make the most of mature hair, especially if it is thinning, while keeping the attention on your cheekbones, jawline, and other facial features. “These haircuts help draw attention away from the glasses and enhance a woman's facial features while offering elegance and sophistication,” Udoh says.
If you aren’t sure in which direction to take your hair next, consider one of these sophisticated hair styles that works with or without glasses.
