Hair changes as we age, but that doesn’t mean your style has to fade! As your trusted stylist of 20 years, I’ve helped countless women discover their most flattering looks after 60. Whether you’re dealing with thinning strands, texture changes, or simply craving a refresh, these fabulous hairstyles will boost your confidence and turn heads.
1. Taglio Pixie elegante
Honey, nothing says ‘I’ve still got it’ like a pixie cut with attitude! The shorter length creates instant volume for thinning hair.
I’ve watched clients walk out with this cut standing taller, feeling decades younger. Plus, morning styling becomes a five-minute affair—more time for coffee and crosswords!
2. Bob a strati con frangia
Though many stylists play it safe with older clients, I’m here to tell you that layered bobs work wonders on mature faces! Those strategic layers create movement and bounce.
Paired with soft bangs, this style magically frames your eyes while disguising forehead lines. It’s my go-to recommendation for clients wanting youthful vibrancy without looking like they’re trying too hard.
3. Soft Shaggy Layers
Where has this style been all your life? Shaggy layers bring playfulness to any hair texture and face shape!
My client Martha swears this cut knocked 10 years off her appearance. The tousled effect creates natural volume while the face-framing pieces highlight your best features. Honestly, it’s like getting an instant facelift without the surgeon’s bill!
4. Elegant Shoulder-Length Lob
If I had a dollar for every client who thought they couldn’t rock longer hair after 60, I’d own my salon outright! The long bob (or ‘lob’) hits that sweet spot between practical and glamorous.
Falling just at the shoulders, it offers versatility for both casual and formal occasions. With subtle layers throughout, this style maintains body without requiring complicated styling routines.
5. Wispy Bangs with Layers
Whoever said bangs aren’t for mature women clearly never sat in my chair! Wispy, feathered bangs are absolute magic for softening facial lines.
Combined with face-framing layers, this style creates a youthful frame that highlights your eyes and cheekbones. My client Diane switched to this look after 15 years of the same style and received compliments for weeks!
6. Raccolta strutturata
When a client tells me she wants something ‘easy but not boring,’ a textured crop immediately comes to mind! This shorter style maintains enough length on top for personality.
Whereas traditional crops can look severe, these deliberately mussed-up pieces create softness around the face. After 30 years of styling, I’ve never met a woman who didn’t feel instantly more modern with this cut!
7. Sleek Bob with Side Part
Hence the saying in my salon: ‘When in doubt, bob it out!’ A sleek, chin-length bob with a deep side part exudes sophistication that never goes out of style.
The clean lines elongate the neck while the side part adds instant volume at the crown. I’ve watched this timeless cut transform even the most hesitant clients into confident head-turners who can’t stop checking their reflection!
8. Pixie riccio
Where my naturally curly girls at? Embracing those spirals in a short pixie creates the most fabulous, carefree look imaginable!
Rather than fighting texture (as I see too many women do), this style celebrates those curls while keeping everything manageable. The height and movement make fine hair appear fuller, while the playful shape brightens your entire face.
9. Feathered Mid-Length Cut
If you’ve been sporting the same style since the 90s, this feathered mid-length cut might be your ticket to modern sophistication! Those soft, feathered layers create gorgeous movement.
Unlike the harsh feathering of decades past, today’s version is subtler and more natural-looking. My client Rebecca switched to this style after 20 years of the same look—now her daughters keep borrowing her stylist (me!).
10. Voluminous Short Layers
How do you add instant volume to thinning hair? Short layers throughout the crown create the illusion of thickness that many of my clients thought was impossible!
This style delivers maximum impact with minimal effort—just a round brush and some volumizing spray. I’ve seen women literally tear up seeing how full their hair can look again with this strategic cutting technique.
11. Classic French Bob
Though typically associated with younger women, the French bob delivers unmatched sophistication for the over-60 crowd! This chin-length cut with straight-across bangs frames your features perfectly.
The blunt ends create the appearance of thicker hair, while the classic shape offers timeless elegance. Whenever a client wants to channel their inner Parisian, this is my go-to recommendation for instant chic!
12. Tapered Nape with Volume
However you’ve worn your hair before, this style offers something refreshingly different! The closely tapered nape creates a clean, modern silhouette while the longer top maintains feminine softness.
This cut works brilliantly for active women who don’t want hair touching their neck. My client Sarah, an avid tennis player at 72, swears this style knocked 15 years off her appearance while keeping her cool on the court!
13. Onde arricciate
While many stylists push older women toward ultra-structured styles, I believe tousled waves bring youthful energy at any age! These relaxed, beachy waves create movement and body.
The secret lies in loose curls rather than tight ones, which can age the face. My client Janet started wearing this style at 65 and now, at 75, still gets asked if she’s in her early 60s!
14. Bob asimmetrico
Though some say asymmetry is for the young, I strongly disagree! An asymmetrical bob—slightly longer on one side—creates visual interest and unexpected edge.
The angled cut naturally draws eyes upward, creating a subtle lifting effect. My most stylish clients adore this contemporary take on the classic bob, proving that fashion-forward doesn’t have an age limit.
15. Soft Blunt Bob
Between ultra-short and shoulder-length lies the perfect compromise: a soft blunt bob that hits just below the jawline. Unlike harsh geometric cuts, this version features slightly textured ends that move naturally.
The blunt perimeter creates the appearance of thickness while the soft texturing prevents any helmet-head effect. It’s my recommendation for clients who want elegance without sacrificing modern style.
16. Choppy Pixie with Long Bangs
Whoever said pixies must be ultra-short hasn’t seen this fabulous variation! By keeping the bangs longer and adding choppy texture throughout, this cut offers edgy style with feminine softness.
The longer fringe can be swept to the side or worn forward to frame the eyes beautifully. My client Marianne switched to this cut after 40 years of the same style—now she’s stopped coloring too and looks absolutely stunning!
17. Layered Mid-Length Shag
If you’re hesitant about going short but want something fresher than long hair, the modern shag hits the sweet spot! With layers throughout and face-framing pieces, this cut creates movement and texture.
Unlike the shags of the 70s, today’s version is more subtle while still maintaining that rock-and-roll spirit. My client Rebecca, a former backup singer now in her 70s, rocks this look better than women half her age!
18. Swept-Back Sophistication
When a client wants to make a statement at special events, I often suggest this swept-back style that exudes confidence and elegance! The hair is styled away from the face, creating openness and highlighting your features.
Though it looks like something requiring a professional, I teach my clients how to achieve this look with just a round brush and hairdryer. It’s particularly stunning on silver or white hair!