Curtain bangs have changed the game when it comes to women in their seventies. Why can’t they? Curtain bangs work with the face instead of against it. They can highlight features effortlessly. Years ago, I had a client who was an older judge. She was completely no-nonsense and thought she needed to go simple with her hair and do a chop to make it short and that’d be the end of it. For fifteen years she had the same blunt cut to her chin. I convinced her to try a soft curtain bang and a textured crop, and she sat in the chair and stared in the mirror for a full minute before she said anything. Finally, she said, “I look like myself again.” Haircuts are not just about looking younger; they are about seeing a version of your face that you like and recognize.
I appreciate the different possible executions for this idea! The bangs can be short or long. You can choose textured or smooth bangs, and curtain bangs style goes with all of them. It is very versatile for fine hair, looks great with gray hair, and provides structure without being too rigid. Not every option will work for every person and I’ll be honest as we go through them, but there is a lot of variety here. These are the haircuts I recommend the most for this age group and the ones where clients are most pleased with the end result.
#1: Textured Crop with a Soft Curtain Fringe
A great example of a good crop for fine hair demonstrates what a clean cut can do. The length sits just above the chin which is great for exhibiting the jawline while keeping the neck covered, if that’s a concern. The top and side textures, plus movement added in, help to keep this style from sitting too flat against the head. With the curtain bangs staying close together, they blend in nicely, which is ideal. Hair that’s fine will need a light texturizing spray to maintain this look.
#2 Textured Pixie with Wispy Curtain Bangs
Getting a pixie cut with curtain bangs is a commitment since there is little length to work with, but this cut gets the right proportions. The layers are soft enough to read as feminine and relaxed, and not as severe, with the bangs giving the cut a sense of direction. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, this style is easy to maintain on a day-to-day basis, but it does need a trim every 4-5 weeks, or it starts to look grown out instead of looking intentionally short. If you’d prefer less frequent visits to the salon, this is one of the most flattering short haircuts you can get.
#3 Silver Bob with Feathered Curtain Bangs
The bob has great variation with the bangs. This opens up the face, and is good if you feel heavier styles drag down your features. The silver is beautiful and looks totally natural, which is half the battle with accepting grey hair. The body of the bob is layered just enough to avoid the helmet look, and still maintain a shape that is nice on all face shapes. This is the type of style that looks good air dried, which I always like.
#4 Layered Bob with Face-Framing Curtain Bangs
These bangs hit the mark for both face framing and highlighting those cheekbones, which is a nice touch. The cut has a lovely lightness from awesome layering instead of just thinning the hair, and that distinction is more important than people realize. This seems aimed at oval and round faces, but I’ve also seen it translate nicely to longer face shapes too depending on where the layers are. My only comment is that bangs with this style are going to take a little effort in the morning, but a round brush and a few minutes with a hot hair dryer will do the trick.
#5 Shoulder-Length Silver Bob with Curtain Bangs
This cut not only looks good in photos, but it looks good in real life, which is not always the case. The shoulder length gives you options to tuck it behind your ears, pin one side back, or let it fall. The curtain bangs are working well to soften the hairline and frame without overpowering. Especially with the subtle layering underneath, I like that it gives the ends some bounce. The sliver tone is pretty, but if yours is more yellow than this, a good purple shampoo will keep it cool and bright.
#6 Cropped Pixie with Subtle Texture
This particular light gray is a hue I can confidently say I have never encountered before on hair. While some may attribute the confidence to the bangs, it actually emanates from the entire shape and structure of the style. The back of the cut is short, and the top is long enough to fall in various directions, creating versatile styling options. I would say this is the epitome of a wash and go cut, and only a tiny bit of paste would be needed to add definition if that is desired. Most haircuts this short can be quite difficult to achieve, so if you want to showcase your bone structure this is a great choice.
#7 Silver Shag with Soft Curtain Bangs
I think shag cuts for women over seventy are really great. Shags add volume, and thinning disguises thinning areas while looking natural. Crown layers are important for added volume because hair tends to get flat with age. Wispy bangs finish the look and tone the shag down so it doesn’t look too wild. If you have thinner hair and your part is wider, this is a great option. It will require some maintenance to keep it textured, but this is one of those looks that looks better a little lived in.
#8 Silver Shag with Layered Curtain Bangs
While similar to the previous shag, this style has a more polished look. The bangs and layers are slightly longer, which creates a more deliberate silhouette. If you like the concept of a shag, but don’t want to go full Stevie Nicks, this is a wonderful compromise. The medium length is also finishing and the movement around the sides will really highlight the cheekbones beautifully. For finer hair, I would suggest a root volumizing mousse, but the cut does a fair amount of the work.
#9 Feathered Short Cut with Soft Bangs
This style is clean and easy, and works best with oval and heart-shaped faces. To be honest, I don’t think it would be flattering for someone with a wider jaw. The bangs are soft, and the light overall texture creates an ethereal quality that I find very lovely with silver hair. It may seem like this cut is effortless, but you will want to be on a decent trim schedule for this one – every 5 weeks or so. As the layers grow out, they tend to grow out inconsistently and will completely shift the shape of the hair cut. However, if you’re looking for something that feels feminine without a lot of maintenance, then this is a great option.
#10 Softly Curled Bob with Curtain Bangs
The curls in this bob give it dimension that straight bobs at this length don’t achieve. It softens the features more like the jaw line and forehead and overall silhouette. Bangs that match are not stiff and move perfectly with the rest. This style works best with natural waves so if your hair is straight you might need quite a bit of time in the mornings. It is up to you . The volume is balanced perfectly without being too big and reads fullness just as you want it to.
#11 Blunt Bob with Delicate Curtain Bangs
A chin-length blunt bob is one of those styles that can look fabulous or a bit underwhelming depending on the hair texture and the shape of the face. In this case, the bangs soften an otherwise very geometric bob and the finer texture of the hair is ideal because it will make the hair look less heavy. The light gray color is on trend but not too out there is is a color that will look best when it is freshly cut. The blunt cut at the bottom shows hair growth quickly. If you are someone that tends to push their appointments back you should probably get a style with more layers so that it is more forgiving with hair growth.
#12 Silver Bowl Cut with Soft Face-Framing Bangs
I admire the boldness. The evolution of the bowl cut hasn’t been all that positive but this one with the soft bangs is actually pretty classy. The crown volume is flattering and the bangs draw the most attention to the eyes. I wouldn’t recommend this to just anyone though. It takes a certain kind of confidence and it best suits oval and round face shapes as the softer outline of the cut is more harmonious rather than just exaggerating it. For this to look intentional the line has to be crisp, which means expect trims every month!
#13 Wavy Short Cut with Feathered Curtain Bangs
I adore this cut’s wave detail and the feathered bangs help hold the cut down so it doesn’t get too messy. This will suit women who have some natural curl or wave that they have been trying to get rid of with longer hair. At this length and with this style, that texture will actually work to your advantage. The light and bright color will work really well with the movement. If your waves have an out of control tendency during humid weather, applying a small amount of anti frizz serum on damp hair before air drying will keep everything nice and smooth.
#14 Textured Lob with Light Curtain Bangs
If you’re not prepared for anything significantly shorter, then this will be a good in between. The shoulder length lob will have enough weight to feel substantial, and layers and curtain bangs will stop you from looking like you are just holding on to length for the sake of it. It’s versatile in the way only medium length cuts can be. You can have it down, half up, and tucked behind the ears, and it all works. The texture prevents it from going flat. If however your hair is very fine and clings to your head, you may have to round brush the roots during your blow dry for a little more lift.
#15 Silver Bob with Soft Curtain Bangs
This silver bob hairstyle is beautiful, and sits directly above the shoulders. The layers help create a bouncy look that fine to medium hair lacks. The curtain bangs are also the right weight as the rest of the cut; not too heavy, and not too wispy. I would recommend this look to someone with an oval or heart shaped face seeking a polished look that is not stiff. The downside of a silvery color this bright is that it can start to look dull after a few weeks. So if you want to make your future self happy, invest in a good color depositing conditioner.
#16 Textured Silver Bob with Layered Curtain Bangs
The layers on this bob are more pronounced than on the previous bob, giving it a more contemporary, unpolished aesthetic. The bangs are gentle and fall off the face, the texture is light, pleasant to the touch, and appears lovely in images. This may strike you as trivial, but when you have to deal with your hair every day, having nice hair is a must. For fine hair, more layering is more suited because it creates the appearance of more hair without the actual excess. If you find that your fine hair starts to look lifeless halfway through the day, a little dry shampoo at the roots will do the trick.
#17 Softly Textured Short Cut with Delicate Curtain Bangs
I like the way this cut looks because it is simple and doesn’t take much time to style in the mornings. My clients in their seventies appreciate this too, even if they don’t say so. The texture is soft and the cut is not very choppy, making it look clean and elegant. The bangs can be swept off to the side or into the middle for a more structured look if that is the change they desire. It is the most suitable for oval and heart face shapes. I have also seen this on square jaw lines and it works because the softness of the layers counteracts the harsh lines. Most short cuts are not going to be very different, but often a change that is subtle is all that is needed.
#18 Textured Short Cut with Soft Curtain Bangs
Your confident appearance is complemented by the layered cut which gives the hair and interesting and mobile look, while the gray creates a hair color that sparkles. It suggests a certain elegance and is effortless. A subtle loose look is best. The haircut is customizable to fit many face shapes, and that is one of the reasons I recommend this so often. In terms of maintenance, keep it trimmed so that it looks clean, and use a light hold to keep the loose pieces from being flattened by the weather.
#19 Short Layered Cut with Soft Curtain Bangs
I like the detail on the cut’s jawline length; it highlights the neck and offers a tidy division that gives the whole style a very intentional vibe. The curtain bangs do soften what could become a very sharp look, and together with the rest of the features, achieve a nice cohesion. I also like the density because it is just enough to offer some volume, without the excess layered cuts on thicker hair tend to exhibit. It is a very understated style; it isn’t overly flashy or trying to make a big statement. Sometimes that is exactly what a haircut needs to be.
#20 Layered Silver Cut with Textured Curtain Bangs
Textured bangs ensure the style retains its contemporary edge, which shorter layered cuts on silver hair can risk looking dated. Bangs help prevent the cut from crossing the line into looking classic or old-fashioned. The layered cut is perfect for creating volume, and the overall silhouette is modern while still balanced with an ageless quality. It’s a really nice cut that I’d recommend to almost any fine to medium hair type wanting an effortless style. As long as you keep up with the trims, you’ll find this style really rewards regular maintenance.
#21 Modern Textured Crop with Curtain Bangs
This is one of the more technically complex options, and it has clearly been considered with purpose for the volume at the crown and the construction of the bangs. It looks both youthful and polished. The layering is effective, and creates movement without the hair looking thin, which is key with fine hair at this length, and this is really important. If you are open to the idea of spending five to ten minutes with a round brush and a dryer, then this style is quite achievable at home. If that sounds like too much, one of the simpler textures on this list may suit your lifestyle better, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.
#22 Textured Bob with Soft Curtain Bangs
This is a nice manageable bob that goes to the shoulders and has just the right amount of texture to keep it fun. The curtain bangs are soft and blend into the layers for a nice balanced flow. The bangs seem to be an afterthought. Natural waves are encouraged. With the amount of hair you have, it won’t get overly big and out of control. A good cut makes the most of what you have, and this is a good cut.
#23 Soft Bob with Light Curtain Bangs
With this bob hairstyle, you can keep it worry free. The curtain fringe can be incorporated and pushed to the side. The soft layering at the ends gives the bob a softness that stops it from looking blunt and heavy. For a lot of women, having to maintain a shorter hairstyle is the biggest factor and this is more practical than a lot of the styles above. For an effortless style, this bob is for you.
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