The Senior Look
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Sage | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 12:43 am     I've been wondering about something I've observed over the years, and didn't really think much about it until recently. Before I mention it though, this isn't intended to be a criticism, but rather an observation, and I would like to know what other's thoughts are on the subject. Have you ever noticed that most women in their senior years, sport short, white/gray curly hair styles? I imagine that it must be for the ease of care. Or perhaps it stems from the styles of the 40's, 50's and 60's. Perhaps there are some senior women here who could enlighten us. Do you think 20 years from now, women will be still wearing the same hair style? One thing is for sure, I tell myself there is no way I'm going to have a short white/gray curly hair style 20 years from now.
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Myjohnhenry | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 12:57 am     I wouldn't be surprised if it will stay the same, but you never know. I do think it is less poofy now...at least in the older ladies in my family. I don't plan to wear my hair that way, but who knows what tomorrow will bring. |
Gail | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 04:21 am     I'm hopefully not too close to that kind of hairstyle yet but I am going to make a guess. I think as a lot of ladies get older, besides their hair getting grayer, it also get thinner. I think having a perm to make it curly is a way of making more with less. I am going to guess that they keep it short because it might be difficult to take care of and wash. My mom has her hair like this come to think of it. I know if it wasn't permed, it would look pretty thin. |
Schoolmarm | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 04:30 am     My Mom has ALWAYS had that haircut, in various stages of grey. Take a look at any yearbook from the 50s and the girls all pretty much have that hairdo. All of my aunts have pretty much the same hairdo now. I'm planning on keeping my "pageboy-bob" (whatever it's called) for many years. I quit perming my hair in grad school because I couldn't afford it, and it was one of the best things I've ever done. I thought that my hair would be too fine to leave straight, but it's great! And lots healthier now that I don't have to fry it with perms and the hairdryer! |
Twiggyish | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 07:58 am     I'd rather see that hairstyle. Although, I do think it greatly ages a woman. They may need to update their style and add a bit of color with highlights or streaks. It softens and tones the fake overly dyed look, that some women wear. When I look at Joan Collins (the opposite) with the jet black hair and it makes me cringe. |
Oregonfire | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 08:08 am     When I was in Nepal (I've been waiting to use that line!), the old women wore their hair in plaits just like young girls. The only thing that differentiated them from any other women were the wrinkles on their faces. They looked adorable, and drew to your attention the fact that they were old, yes, but still lively, relevant people, a distinction that I think Western culture is not very good at making. For some reason, Western culture has decided that plaits (braids on each side of the head) are for teenagers. I think it's the most practical hairstyle and easy to keep out of your face. I'll probably be an eccentric old lady and wear my hair in plaits too. Who cares what people think? |
Wink | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 08:34 am     Gail I think you're right on. That's the reason my MIL gives for that hairstyle. Oregon eccentric is good. |
Urgrace | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 12:53 pm     Marm, I'm with you. If you keep your hair fairly short there is no need for a perm, because the hair has more bounce. My perm-fried hair grew out and was replaced by twice as much normal healthy hair. If I follow my mom and grandmother, my hair will never be all white or gray. Maybe I'm wrong, but aren't there more ladies out there now with color than there used to be? Some senior ladies are just beautiful with white/gray short hair. |
Kstme | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 02:27 pm     As an "newbie" senior (but only by some standards!), I find I want updated styles. I keep my hair frosted to help cover those little gray things that keep poking out. In fact, I just FIRED my hairdresser! She didn't understand that just because I was "older" didn't mean I wanted my mother's coif! I think most woman of the "baby boomer" age are changing the way women will look as they age. Most of my older friends have great hairstyles...that's it...they have their hair STYLED!  |
Sage | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 03:10 pm     Yeah, I'm thinking this baby boomer generation will usher in the new senior look. I've been thinking about this today though, and wondering how I'll really wear my hair in 20 years. It's naturally curly, and it has been thinning a bit over the last couple years, I have a fair amount of gray, but keep it hidden under some deep, rich colors. I keep it long, but wonder if I'll have it cut off to a short style when I'm too old to care. Sounds like the perfect combination for the current senior look. Sigh. |
Seamonkey | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 03:32 pm     We could all shave our heads; that would show 'em! My mother traumatized me with home perms as a kid so mine will be forever straight. If mine gets thin, I might have to reconsider but I hope not. My mom's hair never got thin, so there is hope. Could be nepalese woman have very thick hair so the braids work sell for them. I notice Tyne Daley sporting braids on Judging Amy, but she also wore them on Hollywood Squares recently as well. |
Buttercup | Monday, June 10, 2002 - 04:05 pm     I am opting for the Florida purple or lavender look when the time comes My mom has beautiful silver hair and a short bob--she looks terrific  |
Magikearth | Tuesday, June 11, 2002 - 04:32 am     Gonna do a little bragging here..LOL My Mom is almost 70 years old,but everyone thinks she could be in her late 40's or so. She wears her hair very similiar to Sharon Osbourne,very short and stylish,with the "points" that come down next to her ears,to frame her jawline.She chooses to color her hair a deep brown(her God-given color),but sometimes she'll use temporary rinses,mostly burgundy ones,for when she likes to "change up." She looks very cool! Her youthful appearance might be due to the fact that she's never smoked,rarely drinks.Also,she's Italian-she has that smooth olive complexion.(I'm fair complected like my Dad-not fair!!) She's as beautiful now as she was when she was much younger.My Mom is extremely vibrant,full of great postive energy,volunteers for so many causes(Meals On Wheels,nursing home activities,reading to small children,to name a few).I think her caring attitude is what makes her such a beautiful person. I'm sorry for going a bit off topic,I just thought I'd mention a few (!) thoughts about "The New Senior Citizens Of Today"! Let me add that she out-walks me! I seriously cannot keep up with her and I'm practically half her age!
I LOVE my Mom!!! |
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