Apologies for Ruining Haircuts by Juggling Hair and Kids Simultaneously

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A recent article in the New York Times has taken a jab at mothers for opting for shorter hairstyles. We’ve all encountered the infamous “mom haircut” — typically a super short style that demands minimal upkeep and has been labeled uncool for ages. However, times are changing, and the latest commentary suggests it’s not just one specific haircut that tarnishes moms’ images, but rather that any hairstyle favored by moms is deemed uncool by mere association.

“In fashion, we have ‘mom jeans,’” writes Clara Daniels. “Beauty has its own version: ‘mom hair.’ You’ve probably spotted it at suburban shopping centers: the bob that’s longer in the back and slightly shorter in the front, aiming for sleek but landing squarely in frump territory.” So, it seems motherhood has singlehandedly managed to ruin the bob.

It’s not just the classic bob that we’ve apparently spoiled — all iterations of short haircuts are now under fire. “Even city-dwelling moms aren’t spared,” Daniels adds, equating “city-dwelling” with people possessing any semblance of style. “They might mix it up with blunt bangs or extra layers, but the result still fails to flatter.”

To summarize: if a mom opts for a bob, it’s frumpy. Anything shorter has long been a target for mom jokes. And if you dare to add blunt bangs or layers? You’re just a hair disaster waiting to happen.

Did moms really manage to obliterate all good hairstyles? The notion that motherhood renders everything uncool isn’t novel. When moms embraced high-waisted jeans to conceal their postpartum bodies, those jeans were instantly labeled “mom jeans.” When we discovered the practicality of minivans, they became “mom cars.” The same stigma has now spilled over to yoga pants, wine, bootcut jeans, crossover SUVs, and apparently any haircut that doesn’t scream “I take my style advice from Rapunzel.”

In her article, Daniels does recognize that moms often cut their hair shorter to reclaim a sense of identity or to cope with postpartum hair loss. Yet, stylist Mark Thompson warns that going for a shorter style can be a “huge mistake.”

“It’s not just your hair that’s changing. Your body is, too,” Thompson told Daniels. “You might not be at your ideal weight just yet. Long hair can serve as a distraction. Going short leaves you more exposed — there’s literally less to hide behind.”

So there you have it! Instead of choosing a convenient, shorter style that brings you joy, you should keep your hair long to conceal your not-so-perfect “mom body.” Or, if that doesn’t suit your fancy, Thompson suggests the dreaded “mom bob” with bangs cut a tad too short for a “youthful, rebellious vibe,” which also makes it look like you had a run-in with your child’s safety scissors.

I don’t know about you, but I’m fed up with the term “mom” being synonymous with uncool, unflattering, and unsexy. A bob is a timeless haircut that’s been around forever. Just because many moms choose it doesn’t make it a faux pas.

If a large number of women sport the same haircut, it’s probably because it suits them or makes them feel good. Maybe they simply like it and prioritize their happiness over what others think about their hair length. Anything that gains popularity among moms seems to be branded as the epitome of uncool. Perhaps the real issue lies not with the haircuts or the minivans, but with society’s failure to recognize that mothers can still be stylish, sexy, and fun. Even if we let our “mom hair” grow to our knees, that won’t truly resolve the problem.

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Summary

A recent New York Times article criticizes moms for their choice of short hairstyles, dubbing them “uncool” based solely on their motherhood status. This piece highlights societal attitudes that label anything popular among moms as frumpy or boring, ultimately questioning why society cannot see mothers as stylish and worthy individuals.