knudsen@ihnss.UUCP (09/20/83)
I have often wondered why women seem to wear their hair shorty, frumpier, etc. as they get older (and busier). I would agree with all the explanations offered so far. However, I wonder why the original poser of the question felt sso defensive about the "sexist" explanation -- "to appear less attractive." There must be situationss where women would rather appear less feminie or available. A few years ago some of the "libbers" advocated dressing as drably as possible. I don't ssee why anyone should apologize for seeing some truth in this explanation, any more than the others. mike k PS: You can have it both ways -- wair hair up & frumpy at work, then let it down long when you want to look good.