At which age, does long hair become innapropriate?

Question

I notice that many women start to wear their hair shorter as soon as they hit 40.

Do you agree with this rule?

Also, do you think it's okay for grannies to wear their white hair a bit longer (such as shoulder-length)?

Answer 1

No. I have seen women who looks more pretty and much younger even if they are more than 40.

I like to see grannies with thier all white hair. They call that golden hair. Having a bit longer golden hair for grannies is ok as long as they know how to take care of their hair.

Answer 2

Hair length over 40 hair is different. The person may be menopausal, have hair loss, receding hair line, Grey hair itself is dryer, coarser, loss of collagen, not as shiny. Go to the beauty store and see how many products are made for combatting these problems! BUT it is a choice however. Do consider that in some jobs hair length matters:
For people caring for newborns shorter is easier to manage. Moms and Grandmoms cut their hair shorter because babies in your arms may pull it hard as they do pierced earrings.
For a woman 40+ who works in business there are appropriate lengths for her and some that do not look professional. Check the magazines for the type of business you are in. Promotions may be denied if You do not look the part.
In Hospitals or restaurants it is the law that hair be constrained. For women who loathe hair nets or time consuming up-dos.. shorter hair meets that need.
If a woman is at home with her family and her husband...It will be best if she can be ready to go out the door in a 15-20 minute period.. if the long hair that she wears allows her to be ready quickly then most families think its ok.
Remember, at home, the part of you that is most remembered is your attitude and loving spirit not the length of your hair.
Sometimes over 40 women are ready for a change they are tired of their old look and maybe re-entering the work force after their kids have left home. The right products and a healthy diet make any length look younger.

Answer 3

HA HA "grannies"

I see the grannie look the way both of mine wore their hair which was the traditional "poofball" look ha ha....

I wouldn't have my hair all long, straggely, and gray all the way down to my back or butt like some do, but theres nothing wrong with shoulder lenght hair...i think it looks nice on the older women....lots dye it these days so its hard to tell whose really old or not anyways, what ever makes you feel beautiful is what should matter, not what others think about how it may look.

Answer 4

I don't think it's ever inappropriate on a woman.

Now what looks best and fashionable is a different story. And ease of styling.

I'm over 40 and I wear my hair past my shoulders. But I don't look my age really - I look a little younger. But I do wear it up a lot at work because it looks more businesslike. And I do feel shorter hair makes me look older.

Long hair on some over-40 women does look a little aging. A more layered perk style can look a little younger.

Answer 5

Actually some of the most charming elders I know still have long beautiful hair. Perhaps the reason that many older woman go short with their hair is because it starts to thin or they may become to have insecurities with the gray. My grandmother still has very long hair. It's gray, but she conservatively puts it up in a high pony tail or even keeps it down. She maintains it. I respect and commend her for that. It's not until you get up into your 70's or 80's that you will see thinning unless you come up with illness. Length to me has always symbolized maturity, dedication, and beauty. No matter how old, or young you may be, keeping your hair well groomed will ensure long lasting lustrous shine and length. Good luck

Answer 6

I truely believe that it is a preference thing. Society has placed an "opinion" on this saying that you are too old to wear your hair like that...whatever age and length it may be. I think if more woman wore updated do's later in life, long or not, instead of sticking with the same hair style they have had since college, there would not be so much dislike for it.

Answer 7

I see the same thing. I am not 40 but I have worn my hair short for about the last 3 years. For me it is just a matter of convenience. But I do think once you hit a certain age short hair looks better on some people.

Answer 8

There's no rule that I know of for older women wearing shorter hair. I think that alot of times they just like to maybe because it is easier and less fuss than long hair. I don't understand why some older women just wrap it all in a bun and wear it that way everyday. I never understood that. In my opinion as long as you choose an appropriate style for your features, then any length is okay.

Answer 9

I'm not sure when it becomes appropriate. I don't think shoulder length hair is inappropriate at any age though. I do think it looks wierd when older grannie women wear long hair that reaches far down their backs. But shoulder length can be flattering and even make you look younger.

Answer 10

Ok i am only 21 but i have really long hair pass my bottom and i can never bring myself to cut it short. may change when i get older but for right now i don't think i could do that but i think the main reason older woman do it is because it is easier to take care of maybe. I am a CNA and alot of the clients at my nursing home have long hair and it is so pretty. I really depends on the person.