Ladies, let me tell you a secret from behind the salon chair: age is just a number, but the right hairstyle is everything! After 40 years of transforming women’s looks, I’ve learned that the 70+ crowd can rock some of the most fabulous cuts in town. Whether you’re looking for low-maintenance elegance or a bold statement piece, these 18 hairstyles will have you turning heads faster than my favorite hairdryer on high speed.
1. Bob with Curtain Bangs
Honey, nothing frames a mature face like my signature curtain bob! The soft bangs disguise forehead lines while those layers create movement that dances with every step.
I’ve seen clients walk in feeling invisible and strut out feeling invincible with this cut. It’s like magic in 30 minutes flat!
2. Pixie Cut with Textured Crown
Though some stylists play it safe, I’ll shout it from the rooftops: pixies are fabulous for women over 70! The textured crown adds height where gravity’s been unkind.
My client Martha went pixie last year and her granddaughter asked if she’d had a facelift! Talk about a confidence booster without the surgical price tag.
3. Shoulder-Length Curls with Side Part
Where volume meets versatility, this style reigns supreme! Shoulder-grazing curls create the illusion of thickness even for the finest hair types.
Hence my nickname for this cut: ‘The Miracle Worker.’ A side part adds asymmetrical interest while drawing attention to your cheekbones rather than any neck softening that might be happening.
4. Crop with Bold Color Block
If you’ve got the gumption, darling, nothing says ‘I’m still fabulous’ like a textured crop in a statement color! A black color block makes this cut sing.
However bold you go, the textured shape ensures you’ll spend more time living life than styling hair. That’s what I call aging with attitude!
5. Soft Shag with Feathered Layers
Whoever said shags are just for youngsters hasn’t seen my mature clients rocking this style! The feathered layers create movement while disguising thinning spots with their magical texture.
Interestingly, this cut actually improves as it grows out, making it perfect for ladies who can’t visit me every four weeks. Your maintenance schedule should match your lifestyle, not vice versa!
6. Blunt Blonde Lob
Ah, the sophisticated sister of the basic bob! This collarbone-grazing cut creates a crisp line that screams ‘I’ve got my life together’ even when you’ve misplaced your reading glasses for the fifth time today.
Meanwhile, those blonde highlights add dimension without looking like you’re trying too hard. When clients want elegance without effort, this is my go-to recommendation.
7. Modern Pageboy with Curved Ends
Forget what you remember from the 1960s – my updated pageboy brings this classic into the 21st century! The curved ends gently hug the jawline, creating a soft frame that’s universally flattering.
Yet unlike its predecessor, today’s version incorporates invisible layers for movement. I’ve converted many a skeptic with this sophisticated style that says ‘timeless’ not ‘dated.’
8. Asymmetrical Cut with Bangs
When my clients ask for something with edge, I reach for my shears with glee! This asymmetrical creation features one side slightly longer, creating visual interest and a modern vibe.
Though some fear asymmetry will look too young, the bangs balance the look perfectly. My 82-year-old client Doris rocks this style and gets compliments from women half her age!
9. Classic Bob with Blunt Fringe
Sometimes, darling, the classics endure for good reason! This chin-length bob paired with a straight-across fringe creates a frame that’s both youthful and sophisticated.
If you’ve maintained good hair density, this style showcases it beautifully. Despite its simple appearance, the precision required makes this my technical favorite to cut – there’s nowhere to hide mistakes!
10. Layered Curls with Volume on Top
Blessed with natural curls? Flaunt them with layers that create a gorgeous shape while removing weight! The volume concentrated on top balances facial proportions beautifully.
While some stylists mistakenly cut curls when wet, I always shape them dry. Hence the difference between ‘good hair days’ and ‘great hair months’ with this style that celebrates rather than fights your texture.
11. Choppy Pixie with Long Fringe
Though conventional wisdom says older women should avoid short cuts, I say phooey! This edgy pixie features choppy texture throughout with a longer fringe you can sweep aside or forward.
Whereas traditional pixies can be severe, these strategic longer pieces soften the overall effect. My client Judith switched to this style at 75 and swears she feels a decade younger every morning!
12. Graduated Bob with Tucked Sides
If your style icon is more Helen Mirren than Helen of Troy, this sophisticated graduated bob might be your perfect match! Shorter at the back and slightly longer toward the front, it creates a slimming effect around the face.
Meanwhile, the tucked sides showcase earrings beautifully. Contrary to what some believe, this precision cut actually minimizes maintenance – five minutes with a round brush and you’re done!
13. Tousled Crop with Piece-y Texture
Nothing says ‘I woke up like this’ (in the best possible way) like my tousled crop! The piece-y texture creates visual interest while the overall shape remains polished and intentional.
However intimidating it might seem, this style actually requires minimal styling products – just finger-comb with a dab of texturizing cream. For my clients with arthritis, this becomes their go-to low-effort, high-impact look.
14. Side-Swept Layers with Face-Framing Pieces
Though gravity may be working against us, this clever cut creates the illusion of lift! The side-swept layers direct attention upward while those face-framing pieces soften any harsh angles.
Yet what makes this style truly magical is its versatility – wear it sleek for dinner or tousled for daytime. My client Eleanor calls it her ‘chameleon cut’ because it adapts to every occasion.
15. Short and Sassy with Texture
When clients tell me they want ‘wash and wear’ but still look put-together, I introduce them to this gem! The short sides and back require zero styling while the textured layers give personality.
If you’ve been hiding behind longer locks, this style will liberate you! After 40 years cutting hair, I’ve never had a client regret going shorter – only waiting so long to do it.
16. Soft Waves with Center Part
Against conventional styling advice, I often recommend center parts for my mature clients! These soft waves with a middle division create beautiful symmetry that’s incredibly flattering on women with well-balanced features.
While some stylists insist side parts are more youthful, I’ve found this elegant look radiates confidence. My client Margaret adopted this style for her 75th birthday and hasn’t looked back since!
17. Sleek Angled Bob with Side-Swept Bangs
Whoever invented the myth that women over 70 can’t rock sleek styles clearly never visited my salon! This angled precision cut is longer in front, creating a slimming diagonal line.
Meanwhile, those side-swept bangs soften the forehead area beautifully. Though it requires regular trims to maintain the sharp angles, my clients find the elegant result worth every penny spent in my chair.
18. Voluminous Short Cut with Wispy Ends
If your hair has thinned (and whose hasn’t?), this volumizing wonder creates the illusion of thickness through strategic layering! The wispy ends prevent any helmet-head effect while maintaining a polished shape.
Interestingly, this style actually looks better on finer hair than thick – one of the few cuts where less becomes more. My client Barbara swears her husband did a double-take when she debuted this transformative look!