If you believe age is just a number, you’re in great company! A-list celebrities like Jamie Lee Curtis, Oprah Winfrey, Anna Wintour, and Tilda Swinton have shown us that style knows no age limit.
In this article, we’ve curated a fabulous collection of 35 rejuvenating haircuts that will inspire and empower women over 60 to embrace their inner and outer beauty. Whether you’re looking for a fresh update or a complete transformation, get ready to revitalize your look and let your radiance shine through your hair!
1. Sleek Blonde Bob with Wispy Bangs
Adding wispy bangs to a sleek blonde bob for women over 60 can work wonders. They soften facial features, help you conceal forehead lines, and add a touch of youthful charm to straight hair.
2. Icy Blonde Pixie with Asymmetric Fringe
Italian color specialist Patrizia Dessardo proves that transforming natural grey hair into a dazzling blonde pixie is absolutely doable. This refreshing change can look stunning, especially on a pixie cut with an asymmetric fringe, creating a chic and modern style.
3. Disheveled Pixie Bob
A pixie bob is one of the most flattering short haircuts for older women. Its playful, textured look adds a youthful touch, and it can work especially well for those with thicker hair. This style can showcase your confidence and style while remaining age-appropriate.
4. Pixie Cut with Blonde Highlights
Blonde highlights can breathe new life into a classic hairstyle like a pixie cut! They add dimension and radiance, making it a fantastic choice for women with fine hair.
5. Short Pixie with Volume on Top
To inject your pixie hairstyle with more volume, apply a volumizing mousse on damp hair. Use a round brush while blow-drying, lifting the hair at the crown for added volume. This style is perfect for women looking for dynamic short hairstyles that enhance their hair texture.
6. Layered Bob with Shadow Roots and Highlights
If you are looking for a blonde hairstyle with a nice definition and face-framing, give shadow roots a try. They provide a natural, low-maintenance base, while highlights on feathered layers add dimension and a touch of sun-kissed radiance.
7. Shaggy Pixie Mullet
This sassy, short haircut from the Italian salon Roncaglia Stefano Parrucchiere is packed with textured layers. This cut not only lightens the bulk of your hair but also grants you the freedom of uncomplicated daily styling.
8. Textured Short Bob
A textured short bob, like this one by Samuel Allen from The Parker House, is one of the best hairstyles for women with aging or thinning hair. Texturing adds volume and dimension, making the hair appear fuller and more youthful.
9. Stacked Bob with Gray Blending
With today’s coloring techniques, there are many ways to blend gray hair. “Some people want to even out the whole head and some just want to mask the grey so it’s not so apparent,” Olivia Anton, a hairstylist and gray blending specialist, shares her experience.
10. Classic Bob with Bangs
You know what’s always a win? That classic bob! It’s got that timeless charm that never goes out of style. Haircut specialist Trista Mae paired this cool-toned silver bob with bangs for an extra face-framing effect.
11. Asymmetric Pixie Haircut
Asymmetric pixies with side-swept bangs can be a great choice for women over 60. They add a modern flair and work well for thin hair, offering a stylish and youthful appearance. Consider adding subtle highlights to liven up your dark hair.
12. Fluffy Brunette Pixie
Fluffy pixies are flattering short hairstyles for women of all ages, especially those with thick hair. They bring a playful charm, while their versatility allows for easy styling to suit different preferences and occasions.
13. Elegant Long Blonde Bob
For a sophisticated look on a long layered bob, begin by straightening your hair with a flat iron to achieve sleekness. Ensure your hair falls smoothly, adding a touch of refinement that suits mature women beautifully.
14. Layered Cut for Thick Hair
To tame thick hair for women over 60, consider delicate layers. They reduce bulk and add manageability, making styling easier. At Bellula Salon, they opted for a shoulder-length layered haircut that enhances the natural texture of graying hair.
15. Soft Wavy Bob
What a lovely choice for women over 60! Stylist Cheryl Bourin Finn from Salon Estique crafted gentle loose waves to add a touch of elegance and vitality, complementing the natural beauty of their client and showcasing the confidence that comes with age.
16. Silver Bob with Blonde Highlights
Colorist Emily from Moda Capelli hair salon in Olympia, Washington, blended blonde highlights into a silver mane of her client. It adds just the right amount of contrast to straight hair, creating a harmonious look for older women.
17. Short Stacked Bob
An angled stacked haircut offers several benefits for women over 60. The stacked layers provide the necessary volume, which is especially advantageous for thinning hair. This style also lends a dynamic edge to your appearance thanks to asymmetry and movement.
18. Medium Length Feathered Hair
To boost volume in medium-length hairstyles, consider feathery face-framing layers. These layers add dimension and lift to the hair, making it appear fuller and more voluminous.
19. Bronde Lob with Bangs
Check out this stunning lob that keeps you looking fabulous! Those feathered bangs work like magic, concealing forehead wrinkles, while the bronde balayage infuses this hairstyle with an irresistible glow.
20. High Contrast Wedge Haircut
A wedge haircut is characterized by shorter layers in the back that gradually increase in length towards the front, creating a distinct wedge-like shape. This style by Adrianna Rivera from Luxe Salon adds volume and flair to short hair.
21. Short Layered Bob
Maintaining a layered bob is a breeze! Regular trims, about every 4-6 weeks, keep those short choppy layers looking fresh and vibrant. Blonding specialist Amanda from Luxe Salon color-corrected the strands for that beautiful silver sheen.
22. Pompadour with Glasses
If you are swooning over Tilda Swinton’s bold looks, a frisky pompadour fringe is exactly what you need! The high, rounded shape of this style by Vancouver-based stylist Michelle Harrison adds volume to natural hair, creating a dramatic look that works well with full-rim glasses.
23. Silver Bixie with Lavender Undertones
Hair stylist Valdir Dipp infused subtle lavender hues into gray hair for a chic and unique look, perfect for older women. To achieve a similar look, consider a semi-permanent lavender toner or dye. Mix it with a white conditioner to create a pastel shade.
24. Rounded Bob with Bangs
When sporting a shoulder-length hairstyle like a rounded bob, piecey choppy bangs are an excellent choice. They add a trendy and edgy touch that perfectly complements the style, creating a chic appearance.
25. Natural Curls with Subtle Highlights
Subtle highlights work wonders on a curly bob cut with soft layers as the one created by Phoenix curly stylist Noelle from Salon Estique. They add depth to the curls, enhancing the texture and making them pop. Experiment with your curly hair products and routine to see what contributes to the best result for your hair.
26. Modern Rachel Cut
A modern Rachel cut is a trendy take on the classic ’90s hairstyle made famous by Jennifer Aniston’s character, Rachel Green, on Friends. It typically involves layered, shoulder-length hair with versatile additions, like feathered layers or see-through bangs.
27. Short Crop for Wavy Hair
The most flattering short crop for women with luscious natural waves often includes long layers and side-swept bangs. This style by Brazilian hairstylist Ita Ribeiro Ribeiro enhances the natural wave pattern, adds texture, and frames the face beautifully, resulting in a charming look.
28. Short Crop with Lowlights
Lowlights are an excellent choice for women over 60 with thinner hair. “This beautiful guest wanted some lowlights to add contrast and dimension to her look and we think it was the perfect touch!” says hairstylist Angela from DBK Salon .
29. Side-Parted A-Line Bob
A side part is versatile and can suit women over 60 with various face shapes. It adds asymmetry and can create the illusion of elongation, making it a flattering choice for a square or round face shape.
30. Combed-Back Layered Cut
No matter your hair type, the choppy layers of this swept-back style add texture and movement, making it an appealing choice. Pair them with swoopy bangs to complete the look.
31. Youthful Shoulder-Length Cut
To give a shoulder-length haircut a modern flair, start with dry hair and apply a texture spray to add volume and definition. Craft subtle waves with a flat iron or simply tousle with your fingers for a carefree look.
32. Sleek Bob with Curtain Bangs
Curtain bangs give you extraordinary freedom of styling! Part your curtain bangs in the middle to add balance and symmetry or sweep them to the side for a trendy asymmetric look. Finish with a lightweight hair serum for shine and hold.
33. Lavender Mist Spiky Pixie
Unusual hair colors, like this lovely lavender mist by Amanda from Luxe Salon, can be incredibly appealing for women over 60. They add a fun and youthful touch to hair styles, allowing for self-expression and a unique sense of style that defies age stereotypes.
34. Rounded Bob with Angled Bangs
Adding angled bangs to a rounded bob is a great option for women over 60 with thin hair. It introduces an edgy and dynamic element to the hairstyle, creating a fresh and fashionable look. We absolutely love how hairstylist Janet Biggers styled those razored tips for extra definition.
35. Cute Shaggy Pixie
A shaggy pixie can be both low-maintenance and versatile. For women with fine hair, it’s particularly manageable due to its wispy layers. However, those with thick hair may require more styling, but its chic, effortless look is so worth it!
These haircuts for women over 60 prove that age is no barrier to looking and feeling your best. With the right style, you can radiate confidence and beauty at any age. So go ahead, choose the haircut that resonates with your spirit, and let your inner glow shine through your fabulous new look.