We Found 50 Amazing Ways to Style Your Short Hair for Day or Night (2024)

FAQs

What is the new 2024 short haircut? ›

Choppy layers, tousled tops, and undercuts are popular variations that create a cool, edgy vibe. Sleek, blunt bobs are having a moment in 2024. This precise, chin-length cut is perfect for those with straight hair and looks incredibly chic when paired with a centre part.

What is the most popular haircut for women over 60? We find it hard to choose between the pixie cut and the bob, both of which are very popular with women over 60. Pixie cuts have lots of sass, while the bob is incredibly versatile and can be smooth, feathered, side-parted, or flicked out at the ends.

Simple layered lob

A lob — or long bob — is a great way to transition from longer hair to shorter hair if you're not quite sure about going the whole hog just yet. Cut in some layers to add texture and bounce around your shoulders.

A shag haircut offers choppy ends and tousled layers that flatter fine, thin strands- making it ideal for women in their 70s. The typical features that make up a shag hairstyle include choppy layers around the crown and lots of texture.

The Bixie haircut is a hybrid style that combines the best elements of a short bob with the texture of a pixie cut. It typically features shorter layers at the nape of the neck with a slight graduation and then longer, more textured layers towards the crown and fringe.

The easiest haircut for a quick everyday routine is the short pixie, but it has to be really short and works best on hair that isn't wavy. The at-home care is simple, but in order to look sharp you will need to cut it on a monthly basis. So, needing to invest in more regular haircuts is the caveat here.

Silver, ashy, blond, and platinum are indeed the most popular hair color choices for women over 60. And with good reason! Instead of coloring to hide your grey hair, you can choose to embrace it. I've seen way too many women with poorly colored dark brown hair color that just doesn't look natural or flattering.

There's a reason many older women choose to have chin-length hair, instead of longer tresses: “Long hair drags the eyes down, emphasizing drooping facial features,” Butterworth says. “A shorter cut is a non-surgical facelift that draws the eye away from facial imperfections.”

Will a short haircut age me? ›

Does short hair make you look younger or older? The right short cut can take years off your look when it flatters your facial features, complements your face shape, and celebrates your hair texture. But dramatic cropped cuts can age you if they expose flaws, lack softness, or overpower petite features.

A pixie cut, which consists of shorter hair on the side and at the nape of the neck with a bit more length up top, is the most low-maintenance crop. Easily worn on all hair types, the pixie embraces the hair's natural texture for added volume. Gueldner adds it can even make fine hair appear thicker.

Bangs are great for older women because they can take years off your look, and they bring attention to your best features. However, they can be high-maintenance because unless you're handy with a pair of scissors, you have to get them cut every few weeks.

Layers are a sure fire way to add an air of youth to any hairstyle. For older ladies, a cropped bob with flirty layers is one of the best style options that are easy to manage. For those blonde women out there, add in some lighter blonde highlights for a little extra dimension.

Bangs have always been a versatile way to transform a hairstyle, and in 2024, blunt bangs are stealing the spotlight. This bold and edgy look adds a touch of sophistication and frames the face beautifully. Whether you choose to go for a full fringe or a side-swept style, blunt bangs are making a statement this year.

Brown baby balayage

Championed by the likes of Bianca Ingrosso, this 2024 hair colour trend sees subtle highlights brighten deep brown tones with soft caramel ends, creating a naturally radiant effect.

Natural Hues: Naturalness is making a comeback in 2025. Expect to see a range of earthy browns, warm blondes and rich blacks. The focus will be on enhancing natural hair shades while adding dimension and depth. Bold Colors: For those who prefer to make a statement, bold colors are sticking around.

In short, they're perfect. Curtain bangs continue their trend cycle domination; we named them as one of the biggest hair trends for 2024, and Carpenter's fringe is the perfect example, especially when paired with her enviable blowout.