Changing your hairstyle can be as empowering as it is practical, and with fewer rules than ever for women over 50, the possibilities are endless! As with styling your hair at any age however, considering your face shape, skin tone and lifestyle is a vital piece of the puzzle when finding the perfect wig style and colour.
Hitting 50 can signal the start of many changes, including a changing face shape. We’ll let Bolde explain why this is the case:
“One of the most noticeable shifts that happens after 50 is the change in your face shape. Collagen production slows down significantly, causing the firm and defined contours of your cheeks, eyes, and jawline to soften over time, says NYC-based facialist and skin expert Monica Watters of Sacred Touch. Gravity adds its own touch, pulling everything down slightly and leaving a rounder or saggier appearance.”
Taking these changes in your stride, and even embracing them as you choose your new wig, is a must. Read on to discover the wig styles and colours that are here to complement you at this stage of your life…
Here at Wigs4u, we are proud to provide beautiful wig styles to people of all ages and from all walks of life. Our work with those over 50 is something we are particularly proud of. Whether picking a wig from us or going elsewhere, there are a few things you should bear in mind.
That collagen loss and thinner face shape we mentioned earlier? That can be countered by choosing a wig that prioritises softness over sharpness. Wig styles that add movement and volume are also great choices.
Remember, wigs should be used to enhance your natural features, not hide them! Pick styles that are flattering, not flattening, avoiding wigs that are too heavy to put both comfort and style first.
Whatever your face shape, there is one wig style that always works wonders for people over 50. A soft layered cut in either a bob or shoulder-length style adds movement and volume in all the right places. More flattering bob styles include textured, graduated and side-parted bobs that are either chin length or slightly longer. These look gorgeous when styled sleek or with texture.
Short crop styles are popular with over 50s, and for good reason. They’re very lightweight, comfortable and easy to manage, just be sure to add texture instead of choosing a wig that sits too flat. Fringes look great over 50 too! Wispy and side-swept bangs are best for softening the face.
The colour of your wig is just as important as its cut. The most flattering choices are the lightest and warmest, especially if you’re choosing a hair system for greying hair. Soft blonde tones and warm browns are great options, particularly if you add highlights, while soft grey and silver are increasingly popular and ultra-stylish.
Whatever your final wig colour choice, select a hue that adds dimension and a natural glow to your changing skin tone. Multi-tonal shades are more natural than flat, one-dimensional colours, giving that youthful, realistic finish that every wig wearer wants to relish!
You don’t have to search very far to find the most beautiful styles for your age group! Shop with us today to discover synthetic and human hair wigs in a range of styles and shades.
