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7 Simple, Stylish Hairstyles for Women Over 70, According to Celebrity Stylists

 

Expert recommendations for haircuts that are both chic and easy to maintain.

There’s something refreshing about a haircut that just works on its own—no complicated styling routines or long product lineup. For women over 70, simplicity often takes priority, but that doesn’t mean style has to fall by the wayside. In fact, the right haircut can do more than just save time. It can highlight your best features, reflect your personality and even tap into current trends in a way that feels totally natural.

As we age, our hair changes just like the rest of us. Strands tend to become finer, drier, or more fragile and texture can shift dramatically—curls may loosen, volume may decrease and that once-resistant cowlick might suddenly be your new favorite feature. That’s where the power of a great haircut comes in. Whether it’s adding shape, creating the illusion of fullness or simply working with your natural texture, a well-tailored cut can make a world of difference.

The best styles for this stage of life are the ones that feel effortless, flattering and a little bit fun. Read on for seven stylist-approved haircuts that strike the perfect balance between timeless and on-trend.

1. French Bob

The French bob is the kind of haircut that feels both timeless and modern - making it an ideal choice for women over 70 who want something stylish but low-effort. It’s defined by its short, blunt length that hits at the chin or just above, paired with a fringe and no layers, and as Amy Abramite, Celebrity Stylist and Creative Director & Stylist at Maxine Salon notes, "the shorter length on the French bob will make hair look denser,” which makes it particularly flattering for those with finer hair.

Though simplicity is part of the appeal, don't be fooled - there's still plenty of room to play with texture. Blowdrying the bangs with a flat paddle brush offers soft structure around the face, while the rest of the cut can be left to air dry for a more lived-in feel. Abramite suggests enhancing the natural texture with a styling product, using “a texture spray to create waves and movement and a leave-in conditioner to add moisture and shine.”

2. The Mixie

The mixie is a rule-breaking cut that still manages to feel totally wearable, especially for those over 70 looking to bring some edge to their look. A mash-up of the pixie and the mullet, the mixie features a cropped, textured front and slightly longer, shaggier layers in the back. Jerome Lordet, celebrity stylist and owner of Jerome Lordet Salon, describes it as “a bold, fashion-forward style that maintains femininity while adding a punk-inspired twist.” Unlike the uniform crop of a classic pixie, the mixie creates visual interest through its varied lengths and soft movement.

This 'do works especially well for aging hair, which often benefits from lighter shapes and added texture. The mixie offers both, giving volume to finer strands and shape to thinning areas, all while feeling fresh and intentional. When heading to the salon, Lordet recommends asking for a pixie cut with extra length in the back and a slightly shaggy, layered finish - plus bringing a few inspo photos to help fine-tune how subtle or dramatic you want the contrast to be.

3. Curtain Bangs

Curtain bangs have a way of making a quiet statement. They’re soft, face-framing and endlessly flattering - especially for women over 70 looking to freshen up their style without a major chop. With their signature center part and wispy, tapered shape, they add just enough movement and lift around the face to feel modern, while still keeping things low-key. It’s the kind of subtle switch that makes a major difference.

They’re easy to style, too. Ashley Streicher, Celebrity Stylist and R+Co Collective Member suggests prepping with a heat protectant, like R+Co’s CHAINMAIL Thermal Protection Styling Spray, before blow drying to shield more delicate strands from damage. From there, a round brush and a quick pass of the dryer is all you need to coax them into shape. The best part? Curtain bangs draw attention upward, softening facial features and creating a flattering, face-lifting effect - it's a total win-win.

4. The C-Cut

For women over 70, the C-cut has emerged as a revolutionary style, moving beyond traditional layering to create a dynamic, face-framing effect. This innovative technique, as Franck Izquierdo, IGK Co-Founder explains, is "a new take on layering that creates a curved, face-framing effect, enhancing natural movement." It's not about severe, choppy layers but rather a meticulously crafted "C" shape with soft, blended layers that gently hug the face, promoting natural movement and volume.

The C-cut works wonders for mature women by addressing common hair concerns such as thinning and loss of elasticity. Unlike blunt cuts that can emphasize fine hair, or overly aggressive layers that might look dated, the C-cut’s strategic curvature and soft blending add the illusion of fullness and lift where it's often most needed. It’s a sophisticated approach that brings youthful vitality and a flattering softness to the features, enhancing the natural beauty of the face without appearing overly coiffed.

5. Long Lob

Who says turning heads with a fresh, utterly fabulous haircut has an expiration date? As we gracefully navigate the decades, our personal style often refines, becoming more confident and discerning. And when it comes to hair, there’s one particular cut that’s currently captivating the fashion-forward set, proving that sophisticated ease is always in vogue: the long lob. It’s that sweet spot, a chic evolution from its shorter cousin, elegantly "grazing the shoulders" as Jewells Hingorani, founder of Jewell Clip and stylist for celebs such as Victoria Beckham and Calvin Klein, so perfectly describes it.

This isn't just any bob, either. It's the long bob - aka, a universally flattering length that brings a touch of modern allure without the fuss. The real magic, especially for women over 70, lies in its artful construction. By strategically incorporating layers, this style transforms into a vibrant canvas, effortlessly gaining "movement and dimension, making it easier to style," says Hingorani.

6. Italian Bob

For those seeking a touch of la dolce vita in their locks, look no further than the effortlessly chic Italian bob - a timeless cut that's making waves for all the right reasons, especially for the spirited woman over 70. This isn't your average chop, it's a statement. As Abramite explains, "the Italian bob has a length at the chin or longer with minimal layers that create movement for a fuller effect and expansion of volume."

The magic for mature hair lies in this intelligent design. Those subtle layers strategically pump up the volume, giving a gorgeous, lush effect even to hair that might be losing some of its youthful density. Plus, achieving that signature full, smooth volume is a breeze with a little Beachwaver Dream Big Volumizing Mousse or volumizing spray and a round brush or even Velcro rollers, as Abramite suggests, ensuring that fabulous, expanded body and perfectly curved ends are always within reach.

7. Classic Pixie

For the woman who embraces confidence, the classic pixie cut remains an eternally chic declaration of style, proving that less truly can be more. As Hingorani puts it, "a pixie cut is low-maintenance and can be very stylish," and for women over 70, this translates into blissful mornings and an instantly polished look, all without spending hours in front of the bathroom mirror.

Beyond the practicality, the pixie’s secret sauce lies in its ability to beautifully emphasize facial features, drawing attention to sparkling eyes and elegant jawlines - all while its customizable nature, particularly with "textured layers for added volume," ensures a vibrant, youthful bounce. It’s an absolute dream for hair that might be growing finer, and as Hingorani notes, this cut "works well with finer hair, giving it an airy feel," creating an illusion of fullness and lift that's both flattering and utterly fabulous.