Women Over 70 Should Try These 7 Short Haircuts For Easy, Low-Maintenance Style Points

Aging isn't something to fight; it's something to style for. Just like our taste in music, books, or shoes might shift with time, so does our hair. With each passing year, our strands may get finer, softer, and maybe even a bit grayer, but this isn't a problem that needs to be fixed. In fact, according to celebrity and editorial hairstylist Kazu Katahira, it's an opportunity to try a short, easy, low-maintenance hairstyle. "I personally think going shorter is a great idea," he says. "Yes, it takes a lot of courage to chop your hair off, but I believe that commitment is what makes the style cool. And the best part? Hair grows back!"

One of the reasons you should consider short hair — and thank us later — is that shorter locks have never been out of style. From Joan of Arc of the 15th century to style icon Carolina Herrera, cropped 'dos are always trendy. To get insight into the best short haircuts for women over 70, Glam spoke exclusively to Katahira, who shared his top styles as well as an important tip: Maintenance is just as important as the hairstyle. "You don't necessarily want the messy, effortless look; you want to look polished, chic, and elevated," he says. This is why he recommends getting a trim every four to six weeks to get that mature and expensive look. "Most women in their 70s have gray hair, and gray hair tends to get frizzy. Trimming the ends regularly helps keep it looking clean and fresh."

Bobs are one of the most versatile and stylish haircuts because they work for almost all face shapes. However, not every bob cut will suit aging hair. Celebrity hairstylist Kazu Katahira explains exclusively to Glam that one of the best bob cuts for women over 70 is chin-length. "A chic bob cut at chin length can look very stylish," he says. "You can cut it all one length, and it won't resemble the round, puffy styles you may have had as a teenager."

If you have thin or fine hair, you may find that chin-length bobs are too flat for your hair. In that case, hairstylist Kazu Katahira recommends a bob with layers to add a bit of bounce and volume. "A short, layered cut with an easy blow-dry also never goes out of style," he says exclusively to Glam. "With a bit of mousse, you can create great volume that makes you look more polished." And as a plus? They are great for hiding thinning spots or uneven growth in older women.

One of the best ways to lift thinning or aging hair and look trendy without trying too hard is to go with a short, feathered hairstyle. These cuts have short to medium layers that are textured at the ends to give an airy, wispy appearance. Women over 70 will find that this hairstyle frames the face beautifully and adds texture without bulk. As for maintenance, it's easy to get the hang of. Feathered cuts can be maintained with a light blow-dry and a round brush, or even just a bit of styling cream to define the layers.

One of the best short haircuts for women over 60 is the pixie. Especially when soft, it flatters delicate features, mutes sharper ones, and works beautifully across all ages. For older women, it adds fullness to the hair and suits most textures. A soft pixie is also one of the lowest-maintenance styles you can choose. "It's easy to manage and simple to coordinate with outfits," says hairstylist Kazu Katahira in an exclusive chat with Glam. If you're considering this cut, make sure your stylist knows to avoid sharp lines and stick to soft, uniform layers throughout.

Soft pixies don't work for everyone. Some find them too demure, subtle, or not bold enough. If that's you, a volumized pixie might be right up your alley. This hairstyle shares the softness and face-framing shape of a soft pixie, but with added lift that's typically at the crown or front. Volumized pixies are especially great for women over 70 because they work beautifully on fine or thinning hair. They do require a bit more maintenance than soft pixies, but with some mousse and a round brush, you can keep them looking great.

Looking stylish as a woman over 70 doesn't have to mean choosing juvenile or edgy cuts. You can achieve a sophisticated look with the right asymmetrical bob. This cut has uneven lengths, which lift the face and add a modern flair. Asymmetrical bobs work well because they're flattering, elegant, and add just the right amount of edge without feeling overdone. To soften the look, add a side-swept bang, but avoid thick, heavy bangs, which are one of the worst hairstyles for older women.

Lobs are one of the best haircuts for wavy hair. They let your waves do their thing with minimal styling and provide a lifting effect without going too short. Wavy and curly lobs typically fall just above the shoulders and strike the perfect balance between elegant and mature. They're a great choice for older women with textured hair because they're easier to style and maintain than longer hair. If you're looking for an outfit to go with your new hairstyle, here are youthful outfit ideas that still work on older women.