Just the other day a client said, “I just want to stop thinking about my hair.” I though, “Wow, that’s so relatable.” A few clients and I have chatted about this phenomenon that happens with women in their 60s. Something just seems to shift in the relationship they have with their hair. They move from wanting to fight against their hair to wanting to fight with their hair. That’s where the good stuff happens. Those effortless haircuts that look like you just rolled out of bed and your hair magically looked amazing.
From my experience, women who are happiest with their hair aren’t the ones with the flashiest colours or the boldest cuts. They are the ones who radiate the energy and confidence that complements their cut. Years ago I had a retired teacher client with a very round-brush-dependant style who was a hostage to that round brush. When we made the decision to go with a textured bob, she started crying because she didn’t realize hair could look that good with so little effort. That’s what this list is for. These are haircuts that do the work for you, and I would put every one of these cuts on a client I like.
#1: Modern Textured Bob with Soft Layers
I would call this a quiet stunner. There’s nothing about this that is trying too hard but it just works. The layering is nice because it gives the fine hair something to hold onto instead of just lying there. The length is perfect as it’s above the shoulders which is the sweet spot where it gets good movement without the weight pulling everything flat. The face framing is well-done because instead of chunky pieces that close off the face, she has soft pieces that open it up. You could blow dry this style with your fingers and a little texturizing spray and you’d be good to go!
#2 Textured Short Crop with Soft Layers
This style definitely gets people saying you look ‘refreshed’ without being able to put their finger on it which is the best compliment you can get on a haircut. It’s the type of layers that are light and feathery, and are doing all the voluming for you. That little wave at the front is everything. It gives the whole thing purpose even if you spend two minutes on it. If your hair is a bit on the finer side, this type of crop really does become your best mate considering that there is enough texture built within the cut so it doesn’t go limp around noon.
#3 Soft Textured Bob with Gentle Waves
Once you get the technique down, the waves look really effortless, although the first impression is that the style took a lot of time. People with textures like this tend to describe it as waves from a curling iron but I think it’s more of a ‘I damp scrunched and forgot about it’ wave description. The length makes it very versatile, being above the shoulders means you can tuck it behind the ears, do a half pony, or just leave it down. I really like how there are so many options. It takes only a tiny bit of lightweight mousse on damp hair to complete it. The natural texture just makes it look even better.
#4 Softly Layered Shoulder-Length Cut
Wow, that silver color is stunning! I love the hair color and the cuts. It is honestly better than any color I would do in a salon. You did the color and cut just right, and with the correct layers that makes it look more expensive. If it had more layers, it would look too wispy, and you don’t want that with silver hair. The waves are awesome, and the look you achieved is fabulous! It looks like you didn’t spend a ton of time with a curling wand, but you did. The hair makes me so envious. I hope my hair looks like that when I get older!
#5 Classic Rounded Bob with Subtle Layers
Bobs are perpetually in style and I believe that’s because the shape suits almost everyone. It draws attention to the jaw by creating a gentle outline that works for just about every face shape. The gray blend here is stunning and I applaud her for the natural look. The only thing to do now is let the hair do its thing. The layered hair is subtle enough to maintain that smooth rounded look. So many stylists overdo the layering and the result is terrible, leaving a bob looking mousy. This one gets it right!
#6 Chic Textured Pixie Cut with Subtle Layers
When I see a good pixie cut, I get excited, especially since so many others are just not done well. The softness around the face is key and it’s not a harsh choppy pixie, but rather a gentle and wispy one, The whole cut looks nice and soft. The light gray is definitely a plus because it works well with the texture and you can see every little layer. It looks effortless and not undone- which is hard to achieve with a pixie. If you have been thinking to go short and keep chickening out, save this and bring it to your stylist!
#7 Chic Textured Pixie with Playful Layers
I’m really liking the personality that comes with this cut. The layered movement looks like it’s going in all the right directions. The silvery-gray color looks modern and chic instead of like “I don’t care.” Those front face framing pieces really elevate the game around your cheekbones. I will say if your hair grows out quickly, be ready to come in every five to six weeks, but for a cut this good, that’s a trade I’d take.
#8 Textured Shoulder-Length Waves with Soft Layers
I would be shocked to learn any kind of styling was done to create the waves in this cut. With the right layered cut that works with your hair’s natural texture, it all just falls perfectly into place. The length is just right to keep the waves from being weighed down, so this type of wave looks more natural. If your hair has any natural movement to it, a cut like this will really bring it out. The only product I would recommend is a curl enhancing cream on damp hair, and then let it dry.
#9 Softly Rounded Bob with Subtle Layers
I would say it looks polished without looking like you are trying hard to be polished. That is the hardest thing to do when it comes to hair. The edges are very soft and even around the perimeter, but the slight layers keep it from being too helmet-y, which is definitely the danger with a bob that’s all one length and no texture. Also, there’s a good natural shine which indicates the hair is healthy and a good haircut on healthy hair does most of the styling for you. This type of haircut you literally just wash and blow dry and spend a couple minutes and it looks like this. No gimmicks.
#10 Chic Gray Blunt Bob with Soft Layers
The blunt base on this cut is my favorite part, as it adds a sense of weight and purpose; it feels like an intentional choice and not just a by-product of a grow-out. The layers above that blunt cut are soft enough to create movement without compromising the edge, and that’s a great skill to have. The subtle shine in the grey looks great and stops the colour from looking dull. If your hair is finer, this type of structured bob will help create the illusion of increased density because of that solid baseline.
#11 Textured Short Pixie with Lifting Layers
Look at all that energy! The layers have been cut to create more height at the crown which makes the whole shape look taller and more alive. This isn’t a flat-to-the-head pixie, this has some OOMPH, and fine hair needs that. With a bit of volumising mousse and either air drying or a few minutes of drying, you’re pretty much done. I’d recommend this to anyone who is over the lengthy hair and is ready to feel brand new!
#12 Chic Silvery Bob with Soft Bangs
Bangs on a bob hairstyle can be either a hit or a miss, but these are definitely a hit! These bangs are soft, piecey, and not blunt at all, so if you wanted to grow them out, you won’t have to rush to the salon anytime soon. The sleekness of this look really chicens it up, and adds a touch of sophistication as well. I love how the bob is just subtly grazing the shoulders. Because of this, it still has enough length to swish around nicely when you turn your head. The silver color is stunning, and I love how the sharp and clean cut makes the color of the hair really standout. It’s true that bangs need to be trimmed every three weeks if you want to keep them that way, but it’s also true that the commitment of the bangs in general is well worth it!
#13 Chic Textured Short Crop with Subtle Highlights
The highlights in this hairstyle are placed where they will be hit by the light naturally. This gives them a sun kissed look as opposed to a salon processed look. The crop has great movement and texture. It isn’t spiky or edgy and is also soft and feminine. The highlights and layers create depth in the cut. The cut is short but doesn’t look flat or one dimensional. A lot of thought went into this cut.
#14 Chic Short Textured Pixie with Subtle Layers
This pixie style is fantastic! I would suggest this style to anyone nervous about getting a short haircut for the first time. This haircut isn’t so extreme, the chin-length layers make it soft and provide enough length to make you feel like “you” but also gives you a ton of the benefits of a short haircut. Additionally, the most important part of this style is the softness. Nothing about this haircut looks sharp, just a really nice haircut. If your hair is a little thinner, you can use some texturizing paste on your fingers and work it through the top layers to create some nice separation and fullness. It looks great!
#15 Playful Textured Pixie with Feathered Layers
The way the hair has been feathered makes the haircut look light and effortless. It is also shorter in the back and a little longer on the sides, which creates a good shape from each angle. Not every pixie can say that. I love cuts that have interesting architecture developing from the sides and back and not just from the front, and this is one of those. It has an attractive playfulness to it that shows the wearer probably doesn’t take themselves too seriously.
#16 Chic Textured Bob with Subtle Highlights
This bob has a great effortlessness to it that makes the hair look like it was styled in 5 minutes, and looks this good on purpose. The highlights here are great and definitely add more dimension to what could be a super simple cut. The layers are nice and not too extreme, just enough to avoid it going boxy. That shoulder-skimming length is one of my favorites to cut because it works whether you’re tucking it behind your ears, flipping it out, or just letting it. It’s a cut that cooperates.
#17 Elegant Softly Layered Lob with Subtle Waves
The simplicity of lobs may make them easy to overlook, but when styled correctly, they can be flattering, and versatile, Furthermore, they can be styled a multitude of ways. What I really enjoy about this example is that the waves look so effortless, almost as if they were done without any thought at all. And that’s what really adds to the air of naturalness of the whole style. Some layers are added, and, while maintaining the bulk, this means that if you have finer hair you don’t have to worry about your hair feeling too light. The lob also really suits her natural gray hair. The softness in the cut also really stands out and compliments the gray beautifully.
#18 Chic Silver Textured Pixie with Soft Layers
This is gorgeous, almost like something from another planet. Silver is so beautiful when light reflects off it with some texture and movement. That’s exactly what these layers do. The layers are well suited for fine hair. They don’t do too much, but create enough variation in length so the entire thing doesn’t just fall flat. If you have silver hair, and want a haircut that works with your color without the need to do any toning or processing, this is a no brainer.
#19 Effortless Softly Layered Gray Lob
I completely understand people asking you if you did *something* different and you just shrug saying *I got a haircut.* And move on. The movement is great and luckily, it isn’t a statement cut. Your hair looks great, and it’s so awesome that the natural shine is a great indicator that it’s healthy and conditioned. That definitely makes a difference. The soft and minimal layers that you have are ideal for this length. The lob shape is perfect because it doesn’t go out of style. It’s so great that it can age well between appointments, which is one of the most underrated things a haircut can have.
#20 Chic Textured Gray Bob with Subtle Bangs
The bangs look incredible! I love how soft and wispy they look. It’s a great option to face framing bangs without the full commitment. The ends of the bob have nice texture which gives a clean finish and keeps it from looking too blunt and heavy. The whole look is really modern which I love. If you have fine hair and have always wanted bangs but were worried they would look too thin, this is the kind of suggestion I would go for. Bangs are supposed to be a little sheer and separated and thin. A cheeky recommendation for this is a volumizing dry shampoo at the roots!
#21 Chic Textured Pixie with Fluffy Layers
The word fluffy applies, and I mean that in the best way possible. The cut gives the appearance that the hair is floating, which is really hard to do with shorter lengths. The gray color suits the client beautifully and gives that light, cloud-like quality. For a person wanting a pixie cut without any harsh, sharp, and angular features, this works perfectly as the soft and feminine option. The cut is the type that makes people want to run their fingers through your hair. That can get annoying, but it is very likely that the cut is getting a lot of positive attention.
#22 Effortless Textured Bob with Soft Volume
How lovely is that auburn color? It’s cozy but not brassy and adds lots of dimension to the cut. The bob is amazing just for being simple and the layers are amazing too because they add movement and volume without being too messy which keeps it balanced. I really appreciate the length because being slightly above the shouleders prevents the ends from being too heavy which is nice if your hair is fine. This cut and color is perfect for that walk in walk out look but also makes it really special.
#23 Chic Textured Pixie Cut with Subtle Highlights
These well-done highlights in this pixie haircut target the top layers, catching more light, while the sides and back remain unbacklit. The cut is clean and draws attention to the beautiful structure of the face, one of the great things about going this short. What I particularly like about this one, is that it gives off a very self-assured impression, as if the person wearing it is completely certain about what they want, and this is it. For those who don’t enjoy spending a long time on their hair in the mornings, this style is an excellent time-saving option.
#24 Chic Softly Curled Bob with Natural Volume
Here is what I show clients that say they have “weird wavy hair that doesn’t really curl.” More times than not, the correct cut will clarify that confusion and transform it into beauty. The curls here are really just natural. It’s a beautiful look as they are inconsistent and going all different directions. The shoulder length cut is just right for the curls to form. They won’t get tangled or weighed down. Plus, the light face framing layers are open and flattering. If this is similar to your natural texture, stop fighting it and get a cut like this.
#25 Elegant Textured Gray Bob with Subtle Layers
I want to finish with this one because I really like how the cut looks and it showcases my favorite kind of hair. The kind that always looks good and does not need too much maintenance. The little tuck at the ends of the bob makes it super polished and gives the finish that would normally take a round brush blowout to achieve, yet this one looks like it’s doing all the work by itself. I love how a cut like this allows the hair to sit and fall naturally. The gray shade is calming and the texture looks smooth. It shows me that the layers are doing their job. I really appreciate work like this where instead of all the fluff, they cut the hair and trust the technique. I wish more people would trust that.
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