The women have evergreen beauty. And their hairstyle is what that adds more flair to this ever present elegance. While young women mainly sport long hairstyles, the women over fifty have adopted shorter hairstyles in the last decade or so. Shorter hair means no fuss and easy maintenance. Not to mention the stylish cuts and textures that goes with them. So ladies above fifty don’t shy down from taking few of these lessons. Have a look at these Short Hairstyles for Women Over 50 and remind your old man how lucky he is!

Let me assure you that there’s no such rule written anywhere that now that you have crossed that fifty mark you must prefer to dress up in a specific style. Nah-uh, don’t believe that. In fact now is the time to start living again and experiment with your wardrobe a little as well as with your hair. Because, who doesn’t want a cool ‘Nana’? Wink!

Short Hairstyles for Women Over 50

Pixie Cut

Pixie Cut is one of the most preferable hairstyle for the short hair. Add texture along with it and it’s the best that you could have. Your age must show just in the papers but not in real. And texture will do a perfect job of hiding that age of yours and will make you look young and carefree. No matter your age, you will totally rock this hairstyle with flair and elegance.

Medium Layered

Your face will show that lovely glow with a medium layered hairstyle. If your hair reaches up to your shoulder, getting layers in them will make an idle hairstyle. This way the longest locks will graze the shoulders while the top layers will be cut relatively shorter. It’s a hairstyle which you wouldn’t need to keep worrying about.

Straight Bob

A straight bob is what you may call the perfect elegant hairstyle. This sleek look has become quite famous in many ladies over the past few years. You may like it more with an elongated bob in which the locks in the front are kept slightly longer. This hairstyle will add more sharpness to your face and will make you appear a lot younger.

Long Curly Pixie

Instead of adding just a little touch of texture to your hair, you could go for curls with your pixie style. It will look more bouncy and chic. A strand resting on your forehead will only add more style into it. A styling mousse will make your job easier.

Shoulder Length Hair with Bangs

If you still long for long hairstyles but hesitate to try them because of your age then this hairstyle is just for you. But for this you need hair that will graze your shoulders. A few layers and then side swept bangs will look good enough. Straighten your hair and rock this look in style.

Textured Bob

Get a sassy look with a textured bob. The best part of this hairstyle is that the texture is created with razor cut. You wouldn’t need to make a much fuss about styling. A water based wax will do.

Short Crop with Bangs

A lady should never hesitate to try something new and stylish. For all those daring women out there, this bold hairstyle is a perfect option. Short crops with bangs will give that bold and stylish look to your face despite the age that’s written in your license. Wear bold studs along with this style and you are ready to roll.

Modern Bob with Layers

If your hair is a bit on the thick side, then modern bob with layers will be a perfect hairstyle for you. Although this hairstyle will suit with straight hair, it will look fine with wavy hair as well. A straightener might come handy though followed by a styling spray that will maintain your hairstyle.

Medium Overlapping Layers

This is another short to medium length hairstyles with lots of layers overlapping on one another. This hairstyle gives a gorgeous wave like effect and looks really modern and stylish as well. This hairstyle will hide your age behind those glossy and wavy locks of yours.

Feathery Layers

You can add more volume to your fine, thin hair with the feathery layers. The hairstyle is quite easy to maintain and will bring a youthful glow on your face. This style is very popular among the ladies over fifty.

While all these hairstyles are great, you could add extra style in it with few more additions such as highlights and bangs and fringes. Coloring your hair will also be a great idea. Highlights have become the latest trend and still are very much in range. Highlight your hair in such way that they blend in easily with your hairstyle. Also, while choosing over a haircut, choose the style that will suit your face shape. This way you prevent a disaster from happening.

A hairstyle according to your face shape will do wonders for you. At the end, you need a hairstyle that will make your face look oval in shape. For wide foreheads you could add bangs to achieve this look. But don’t take this route if you have a round shaped face. But don’t hesitate from taking a few risks. Live your fifties in style and let them keep guessing your age.