These Instababes Are Embracing Our Go-to Lazy-Girl Style

Face Framing Pieces

If you're wanting to stay more risk-averse and opt for a simple, flattering cut then we have the one for you! Face framing layers are an amazing way to really help shape your face and flatter your features. Hair stylist and expert Roman Bond says, "Incorporating small layers around the face can delicately shape and enhance one's features, exuding an aura of softness and sophistication." That sounds like a dream to us!

Classic All-Around Layers

If you want to stay a little more tame with your hairstyle but still want to incorporate something new, then we suggest going with a classic-layered cut. This will keep your hair looking natural but still give it new dimension and depth.

I love classic layers, especially when they go all around with face-framing pieces that are flattering to all face shapes as well. Renee Valeriesays, "Introducing layers to longer hair is an effortless and subtle method to boost volume, create movement, and infuse a touch of softness to the style."

Short, Textured Cut

This is a look that will allow you to try out a shorter style without being too risky! This flattering cut works on so many hair types because it allows straight hair to gain some volume and textured hair to sit at a nice length with some dimension.

Roman Bondsays, "Individuals with thick, porous hair who prioritize manageability and styling versatility may benefit from shorter, textured layers. These layers are adept at distributing volume and facilitating styling efforts, particularly for those who can’t imagine their lives without blow-dryer or Airwraps."

This cut is perfect if you want to test out a shorter, more layered length without going too far! I love the mid-length for summer as well.

Longer Layered Haircuts

Long layers is another insanely perfect hairstyle we love to see! We adore this style because, again, this one is perfect for all hair textures. You can style it like above with textured, long hair and maybe even adding some mild highlights to it for summer. Or you can style it with a blowout for a vintage-inspired supermodel look.

Hair expert Roman Bond adds, "Layered haircuts are also exceptionally suited for curly hair. Understanding the unique structure and styling needs of curls is paramount. When cutting curly hair, I opt to work with it in its natural, dry state, foregoing straightening methods. This approach allows for a more accurate assessment of the hairs natural tendencies, enabling me to strategically enhance volume, texture, and shape according to the client's preferences and lifestyle." This haircut is sure to be a summer go-to for so many!

Bardot Bangs

Who could forget iconic Bardot bangs? Named after the famous actress who made messy, slept-in bangs iconic, this haircut is everything — especially with this modern, updated cut. It's slightly over-grown side-swept bangs that really help to frame your face and accentuate your features. It's another great look to give you some dimension without trying anything too risky.

Hair expert Renee Valeriesays, "Bardot bangs infuse a cool vibe into any hairstyle. I love how they complement all hair textures seamlessly and quickly enhance a hairstyle's overall look with minimal time to create." Running to make an appointment for this cut ASAP!

How to Care for Aging Hair

“Aging hair tends to be thinner so using products that will help aid in hair growth is key to getting the best results when it comes to taking care of your hair,” mentioned Haygood. The expert stylist shared that at the base of any hair care routine for women over 50, it’s best to start with a scalp serum. Clyde's recommended formula from PURA D’OR promises to deliver stronger, thicker, healthier hair starting straight from the scalp, and he suggests this formula to any client with weak or thin hair that tends to break easily thanks to the regenerative formula inclusive of biotin, caffeine, argan oil, and other growth-promoting ingredients.

Clyde also made a point to warn us about what could happen if someone is using too many products to mask their gray locks. “Hair that is colored or highlighted tends to dry out so be careful not to overuse products with a lot of alcohol as that can also dehydrate the hair,” says Haygood. To combat over-drying your hair, “a hair mask once a week is essential to keep hair at its best.” Clyde’s favorite mask for maximum moisture is the PURA D’OR Hair Thinning Therapy Intense Moisturizing Masque. A unique formulation of 15 key ingredients including apple stem cells, amla oil, and more hydrates hair from the root to invigorate the scalp and lock in moisture to nourish hair to help to improve volume, thickness, shine, and split ends.

7 Best Hairstyles for Women Over 50

Long Layers That Frame the Face

“Adding face-framing layers can easily create more movement, volume, and a youthful, vibrant look (think Jennifer Anniston),” shared Gina Rivera. “The layering instantly allows for damaged ends to disappear and creates a ton of opportunity for styling and having fun with your hair!” Gina also recommends “using Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine as a finishing product to add more shine to hair.”

Asymmetrical Cuts

“This creates a perfectly classic look yet is still modern and trendy,” says Rivera. “Removing a bit of length from the hair will add major movement and create a youthful appeal overall.” To make the most out of this cut, Gina suggests “styling hair by creating texture [which] creates the opportunity to remove some of the weight of the damaged ends which brings hair to life.” Gina went on to advise creating a “maintenance schedule” with your stylist to ensure you’re getting your hair cut often enough to keep ends healthy and regain hair health (think: every 4-6 weeks).

Side-Swept Bangs

“Rather than a blunt fringe or baby bangs, I recommend side bangs,” offered Rivera. “These detract from the appearance of fine or limp hair and can add dimension to a style. In addition, side bangs can also be styled in a variety of ways which can lead to hair appearing fuller.” Gina recognized that “this is a great cut for those with thin fine hair (which can happen after 50) and this can be styled in so many ways which brings versatility to a cut. Side bangs are huge right now and a great way to add more of a 'look' to a short style.”

Bobs Of Different Lengths & Textures

Clyde Haygood shared that bobs “are a great way to maintain a style for a younger appearance.” To achieve the full effect, he mentioned that it’s important to “try to keep hair crisp, blunt, and bouncy for the most youthful effect.”

Pin It Up

Although it can be tempting to hold onto hair length forever, Haygood encouraged women to” be wary of hair that is too long when you’re over 50 – it can age you, especially if [your] hair is dry, gray and wiry.” However, if a dramatic chop simply isn’t an avenue that you want to explore, “think of pinning hair in an updo which can look fun and youthful,” offered Haygood.

The Wolf Haircut

This bold cut is “a mid-length shag that gives rocker vibes but it can also be styled with soft curls or waves to make it feel more romantic, especially if you’re over 50,” says Haygood. If you’re looking for a ‘do with a little extra oomph, “this style is great for giving volume and texture to finer hair that can look limp and lifeless without layers and it’s especially great for those with curly hair because it will make your curls loose and airy while framing the face and accentuating your features.” Even better, Clyde shared that this specific haircut is extremely low-maintenance for those who don’t have extra time for styling every day – with the wolf haircut you can just wash and go.

The Boy Cut

Most famously known thanks to Clyde Haygood’s celebrity client, “momager” Kris Jenner, a boy cut is a great, carefree style “that is a perfect example of a youthful and age-appropriate hairstyle,” says the stylist.

Ross and Rachel from Friends

Friends is one of the most iconic sitcoms of all times, and Ross and Rachel is definitely one of the most devastating TV breakups. In season 3, this iconic couple decides to take a break in and in "The One with the Morning After," Ross wakes up with another woman named Chloe at the exact moment Rachel shows up at his door. Rachel finds out about the affair, and after a fight in Monica's living room, the couple calls it quits.

Regardless of how you feel about Ross claiming they "were on a break" when he slept with Chloe, seeing Rachel's reaction (and knowing the trust between them was broken) is one of the worst moments in the whole show. Just thinking about it makes my stomach bottom out!

Rory and Jess from Gilmore Girls

This is one of my personal most-devastating TV breakups because it seems like, out of all of Rory's boyfriends, Rory and Jess are just perfect for each other when they start dating. Not only does their love of books bring them closer together, but their personalities are so compatible. But when Jess leaves for California at the end of season 3 — without saying anything to Rory, I might add — is unacceptable! It breaks my heart, and based on the final look he gives Rory during A Year in the Life, he also regrets it BIG TIME.

Damon and Elena from The Vampire Diaries

This Vampire Diaries couple was truly endgame, and the will-they-won't-they of it all was one of my favorite things about the show. So when they broke up (to my horror), I was devastated.

Damon and Elena admit they're bad for each other in the season 5 episode "While You Were Sleeping" (then Damon tells her he doesn't even want to be friends. Ouch!!), but it's the season finale, "Home," that makes me extra emotional. When Damon gets stuck with Bonnie on the Other Side, he says goodbye to Elena, who's begging him not to leave but can neither see nor hear him. Say it with me: gut! wrenching!

Conrad and Belly from The Summer I Turned Pretty

The Summer I Turned Pretty fans are PASSIONATE about whether they're team Conrad or team Jeremiah (trick question, my OTP is Taylor and Stephen), and even the most dedicated Conrad stan hates the prom scene. You know, when he breaks up with Belly at her prom, in the rain. I know he just thinks Belly deserves better, but it's still very painful to watch.

Schmidt and Cece from New Girl

When I hear "devastating TV breakup" I IMMEDIATELY think of Schmidt and Cece from New Girl. Schmidt gets away with a lot of ridiculous things throughout this show, but dating two girls at one time is not one of them. After Nick has a hard time keeping Schmidt's love life a secret, Schmidt finally comes clean to Cece in "Double Date," leaving both her and me in tears. No matter how many times you rewatch the show, it truly feels like their relationship (and maybe even the friend group) will never recover.

Fleabag and The Priest on Fleabag

In the history of TV, I don't think I've ever heard anything as heartbreaking as "I love you," "It'll pass." Like, who approved that line?! The viral moment comes at the end of the Fleabag series finale, when Fleabag is sitting with The Priest at the bus stop. Over the course of the series, we not only see how much these two care about each other, but how well they know each other (like how The Priest recognizes when Fleabag zones out). To be loved is to be known, and that's what makes this devastating TV breakup even more devastating.

Carrie and Aidan on Sex and the City

After so much back and forth, it's hard to accept Carrie and Aidan's final breakup on SATC. But in season 4's "Change of a Dress," Carrie realizes she's not ready for marriage and Aidan realizes he doesn't trust her after her affair with Big. The combo of broken trust and being at two different life stages makes this extra painful to watch, and I don't think any amount of rewatches (or And Just Like That binges) is going to change that.