These Short Haircuts for Older Women Flatter at Any Age

Long bobs, or lobs, have been going strong over the past few years, and we can't complain. The effortlessly stylish cut lets you customize with layers and bangs in infinite ways. Adding layers can also compliment your hair's natural texture without forcing a cut that wouldn't suit your face shape. This shoulder-length version gets movement and personality from shorter and longer layers.

This soft approach to the modern shag features blended layers, but keeps the short, flippy ends and bangs of the original cut. Go for a side part, as it complements more face shapes than one down the center.

For ladies with tight curls, we love a super short pixie cut that lets your texture show in a totally different way. It requires only minimal diffusing, which—as all curly-haired women know—is the stuff of dreams.

You really can't go wrong with a classic bob at any point in your life, with any face shape. The minimal, face-framing layers of this cut work great for straight and wavy hair. Curly haired ladies might find they need a bit more layering.

This side-by-side image is an example of different approaches to the bob. This client at Salon dm3 in Athens, Georgia, typically rocked a classic bob but chose to switch to a shorter cut, says Donna Means, the salon owner. Even though the cut was great, the client didn't enjoy styling it and eventually grew her hair out back to the classic bob, Means says.

This chin-grazing style uses side-swept bangs and stacked, short layers in the back to give major volume and body. We love the placement of caramel balayage highlights throughout the chestnut hair.

Layering is the key to making any medium-to-long length, curly hair work in your favor. It gives much needed shape and helps with curl definition.

This sleek, sophisticated look is a classic choice and works well for straight hair. The heavy side sweep on the crown gives the cut personality and style.

Full bangs are like a chameleon that blends into any style. They can instantly update your bob, lob, or even medium to long hair.

The pixie cut is perhaps our favorite classic cut for those who aren't afraid to go ultra-short! While we find this style to be universally flattering for all textures, it works great with this thick, straight hair. A little pomade lets you give some lift to the bangs.

This elegant feminine look makes us swoon every time. It works well with medium to thick hair, and the soft face-framing compliments high cheekbones.

Let your texture loose in a lightly layered bob. A simple switch to a center part will channel curly haired Meg Ryan.

An edgy pixie takes your classic style to the next level with choppy layers and, if desired, side-swept bangs like these. It gives some sassiness to the ultra-short look.

These swept-back layers catch the light and show off the blonde tones. Highlights in light ash blonde blend well with grays and silvers.

For fine-haired ladies, this wispy cut will give you breezy movement. Plenty of layers and delicate bangs offer an effortless touch that can go from day to night without additional styling.

A short, layered hairstyle is always best for fine hair. You can briefly hold the end of your layers in a curling iron for a lifted effect that will add freshness to a mature hairstyle.