Shag haircuts for women over 70 are heavily layered to create tons of texture and movement. Michaela Bark is a talented hair artist from West Mobile, AL, doing cuts and styles for eight years. She recommends the look to women “with a natural wave or curls to make styling easier.”
Fine, straight-haired ladies may also wear a shag cut only if they can style it themselves. Otherwise, it’ll fall flat and look stringy.
If you have sleek hair, remember to ask your stylist how to use heat tools to add volume and shape.
Maintenance is also vital to learn when adopting a new haircut. Understand what’s the grow-out process like. Know when to come back to the salon for the regular trims.
Lanphear has tips to share with her co-stylists, as well.
She goes, “Shag is about texturizing enough and overdirecting the layers. A lot of personalized carving and cutting goes into this look as per women’s hair.”
Older ladies are some of the few who can do justice to classic styles. As proof, here are the photos of the most inspirational shag haircuts for women over 70.
#1 Straight Mullet Shag with Golden Blonde Color
Check out this straight mullet shag with golden blonde color. This long, unisex style is ideal for anyone with fine, straight hair. Add highlights throughout to take the style to the next level. Remember to keep your bangs trimmed in between haircuts!
#2 Lavender-Tinted Razored Shag
This razored lavender shag is a bold yet flattering choice for women looking to embrace color while keeping things soft and wearable. The razor-cut layers offer featherlight texture and movement, while the pale lavender hue blends well with graying hair. The full fringe adds polish and frames the eyes beautifully. Works best for fine to medium density hair and suits cooler skin tones. The downside? Color maintenance is a commitment—but it’s worth it if you want something modern and standout.
#3 Flipped Honey Shag
Flipped-out layers and a warm honey hue give this medium-length shag a youthful lift. The curtain bangs open up the face and blend seamlessly into the feathered sides, ideal for softening angular features. Best for fine to medium hair, the layers create movement without sacrificing fullness. A round brush or flat iron can exaggerate the flipped ends, which add that playful retro touch. It’s easy to style, though may lack body on very flat hair.
#4 Layered Charcoal Midi Shag
This shoulder-length charcoal shag gives natural wave and curl room to shine. It’s heavily layered through the ends to reduce bulk while enhancing volume at the sides, making it perfect for medium to thick hair with natural texture. The soft, tousled finish gives a relaxed look, while the wispy fringe frames the face gently. Great for square or heart-shaped faces, though the texture may require mousse or diffuser drying to hold definition without frizz.
#5 Salted Ash Shag Bob
A chin-grazing shag bob with salted ash tones like this works wonders on aging hair that needs volume without bulk. The rounded layers add body and lift around the crown, while the full, eyebrow-skimming fringe softens forehead lines. This cut flatters oval and long face shapes and works best on medium-density, straight to wavy hair. It’s an elegant, low-maintenance shape, but beware—it can puff out on very thick or frizz-prone textures without smoothing products.
#6 Silver-Feathered Pixie Shag
Great for fine or thinning hair, this feathered silver pixie shag is a soft yet edgy cut with tons of airy texture. The choppy layers at the crown add movement and height, helping elongate a round or petite face. Wispy bangs subtly graze the brows, drawing attention to the eyes. Best suited for women with straight to slightly wavy hair and medium density. Styling is quick, though it does need frequent trims to keep that shape sharp and lifted.
#7 Shaggy Haircut For Curly Hair With Shape And Lift
For naturally curly hair, this shaggy cut creates a beautifully rounded silhouette with tons of movement. The lifted top layers enhance curl bounce and help avoid the dreaded triangle shape. Ideal for women with medium to thick curls who want a bit of shape without losing volume. This style keeps the curls’ integrity while giving them a sculpted yet airy look. A wonderful fit for confident older women who embrace texture.
#8 Short Shaggy Haircut With Bangs And Volume
Designed to add volume and roundness, this short shag combines layered height at the crown with soft bangs that conceal forehead lines. Ideal for women over 70 with thinner hair needing a volume boost. The style frames the cheeks and temples just right, giving fullness without overwhelming the face. It’s styled with minimal product, making it a go-to for those wanting elegance without daily styling effort.
#9 Shaggy Pixie With Razored Fringe
This shaggy pixie is ideal for thick or coarse-textured hair that needs a bit of direction and lightness. The razored fringe draws attention upward and opens the face beautifully—especially for petite or angular bone structures. The layers are feathered and chopped close to the head, giving it a spunky, lived-in feel without harsh lines. A great pick for women over 70 looking for something low-fuss but still expressive.
#10 Medium Shaggy Haircut With Tousled Texture
Great for medium-density hair with natural wave, this medium shag cut offers soft texture and a tousled finish that feels effortless. The face-framing layers break up the silhouette and soften fine lines, making it flattering for rounder and heart-shaped faces. It’s a versatile style for women over 70 who want body without stiffness. The subtle layering lifts the hair away from the scalp, avoiding that heavy, dragged-down feel.
#11 Short Shaggy Bob With Wispy Layers
Low-maintenance yet full of edge, this short shaggy bob is tailored for finer hair and aging hairlines. The wispy layers add lightness and subtle volume, perfect for square or oval face shapes. The haircut’s crown layering helps avoid flatness, and the soft razored ends lend a youthful energy. Works best on straight to slightly wavy textures. Ideal for women wanting movement without too much upkeep.
#12 Cute Textured Shag Lob
A textured shag lob is an ideal haircut for women aged 70 with short white hair. This cut is perfect for those who want to maintain a youthful look, as this style will make you look 10 years younger! The shag cut adds volume and texture to the hair, while the lob length keeps it looking polished. Working with a hairstylist who understands mature hair’s unique needs is important.
#13 Short Crop with Shagged Layers for Thin Hair
Even in your seventies, you can amp up your hair game in a short crop with shagged layers. Give your fine hair a great shape by cropping the length and adding some medium-length layers. Ensure your stylist leaves the crown at the longest point to retain weight and create a modern style. You’ll love the way shaggy layers promote movement and interest. I suggest blow-drying with your hands to maintain the body in your hair. Round brushing limp hair can make it too flat and straight.
#14 Grey Pixie Hair with Feathery Layers
70-year-olds should try the easy-care style of grey pixie hair with feathery layers. A short cut will make the most of fine or aging hair, making the most of your strands. A pixie can be styled simply with a flatter profile, making it a great choice for thinner hair textures. You’ll want to apply a volume-enhancing product. My top pick is Pureology’s Instant Levitation Mist. It should be applied to damp hair and then blow-dried in.
#15 Two-Toned Razor Cut on Medium-Length Hair
Enhance your beauty with a two-toned razor cut. Face-framing layers with a cute short fringe will make your medium-length hair dance. The brushed back sides will balance out square face shapes perfectly. Embrace your natural hair color for an interesting addition to your cut.
#16 White Wolf Cut Bob with Face-Framing Layers and Bangs
Older women do not have to lose their flair with a haircut that makes them feel like senior citizens. Modern styles like a wolf cut bob with face-framing layers and bangs give thick hair purpose. Allowing the wearer to have movement and a piecey style they can manage.
#17 Mid-Length Tousled Wavy Style with Light Bangs
Consider a mid-length tousled wavy style with light bangs if you want an effortless style. It’s not too proper and not too messy. Something that sits just right and grows out well with wispy ends. This haircut is perfect to wear out the door with a light scrunch of mousse. It works well with glasses when the bangs are maintained just over the eyes.
#18 Medium Layered Shag with Wispy Ends and Bangs
Are you looking to switch up your long layers or one-length cut but need help deciding on your next hairstyle? Consider a medium layered shag with wispy ends and bangs. The medium-length shag haircut has easily been one of the top trending haircuts especially for matured ladies. It’s due to its wearability on almost all faces, textures, and lengths. With the help of the right stylist, there is a shag cut for everyone.
#19 Short Shag with Textured Bangs for Fine Hair
Adding textured bangs to a short shag is great for fine hair. The shag with more of a bob length helps with adding volume to thin hair. Texturizing the hair and adding textured bangs gives it a more modern look. And that is great for older women.
#20 Curly Bixie Hair for Older Women with Glasses
Bring out the naturalness of a round face with curly bixie hair for older women with glasses. This piece-y face frame with graduated layers shows the bounciness and texture. Pump some mousse into your hands, spread it onto damp hair, and grab your diffuser on low heat. Switch back and forth between cool and warm to recreate your new look.
#21 Blonde Choppy Shag with Black Underneath
Do you like this blonde choppy shag with black underneath? Here in the salon world, this color placement is called a shadowbox. It’s best worn on a layered, short haircut to expose the two-tone color. This style will give you some much-needed volume and density if you have fine hair.
Related: Best short choppy hairstyles for ladies in their 70s.
#22 Wispy Shag with Loose Curly Hair
Are you looking for a funky haircut that is medium length and suits grey hair? Try this wispy shag with loose curly hair. Add a fringe, and this haircut will surely give you an easy wash-and-wear haircut that sets you apart from the crowd. Be sure to ask your stylist for a product recommendation for your hair type. This cut is best paired with a salt spray for texture or styling cream to keep those curls looking fresh.
#23 Jagged Mullet Bob with Side-Swept Bangs
A jagged mullet with side-swept bangs is a perfect edgy haircut for textured, straight hair. The bangs with short layers help add volume to your hair. All while complimenting the soft, undone hairstyle. Go for this hairstyle if you are looking for a shaggy bob that has an edgy feel.
Related: Best bob haircuts for women over 70.
#24 70’s Shag with Wispy Bangs for Short Straight Hair
Try this ’70s shag with wispy bangs for short straight hair. It’s perfect for ladies wanting to try an edgy cut. The combination of bangs and layers is ideal for anyone looking to frame their face.
#25 Short-Stacked Bob with Shaggy Layers
A short stacked bob with shaggy layers is soft yet edgy. And better yet, a low-maintenance style to talk with your hairstylist about. This bob haircut paired with feathered layers is a great choice to add volume to fine hair.
#26 Short Face-Framing Shag with Wavy Bangs
If you’ve been curious about a shag cut, this short face-framing shag with wavy bangs might be what you need. Shags have become one of the most popular short hairstyles for women over 70 over the last year. And that’s because they are suitable for almost every face shape, coarse to fine hair, and fun at all lengths. Try this haircut, and you are surely going to understand the magic that it comes along with!
#27 Dynamic Layered Shag for Contemporary Appeal
This dynamic layered shag cut is perfect for a contemporary appeal, adding texture and movement to fine to medium hair. The tousled layers give a youthful, lively look, while the soft bangs frame the face beautifully. It’s a great choice for those wanting an easy, stylish look, though it may require some styling products to keep the shape.
#28: Pixie Shag with Light Bangs
Try the pixie shag with light bangs. The term shaglet refers to a long version of a pixie shag mullet. Choose this style when you prefer more length around your face and neck. The result is a soft layered shape that works beautifully with your bone structure and hair texture. For an easy finish, wash your hair and apply some cult king hair jelly.
#29 Wavy Pixie with Choppy Layers
A wavy pixie with choppy layers is the best style for those looking for a shag-inspired look. The wavy, layered pixie is a perfect style for individuals who prefer to air-dry their hair. To achieve the wavy, layered pixie look, a razor cut is the best method for optimum texture and movement.
#30: Short Modern Shag for Women
A modern and shaggier short haircut is achieved through razoring and point-cutting techniques. The style is for older ladies over seventy who love to play with their hair and give it a messier finished look instead of a placed finish.
#31: Modern Straight Shag Medium Hairstyle
Haircuts for women over 70 have to suit your hair’s natural texture. Consider a medium-length shag if you have straight hair and are looking for more movement and texture. Shorter layers throughout your hair help to create the illusion of fullness and volume. Adding bangs is a straightforward way to hide fine lines and wrinkles around your face and eyes while enhancing your cheekbones and face shape.
#32: Shaggy Pixie Bob for Women Over 70
The chunky pieces of bangs serve a fresh aura, perfect for your hair transformation. Best with slight waves, this is the shaggy pixie bob to jazz up your natural greys.
Related: Best shaggy pixies for older women
#33: Pixie Shag with Light Bangs
Try the pixie shag with light bangs. The term shaglet refers to a long version of a pixie shag mullet. Choose this style when you prefer more length around your face and neck. The result is a soft layered shape that works beautifully with your bone structure and hair texture. For an easy finish, wash your hair and apply some cult king hair jelly.
#34 Shaggy Medium-Length Style with Choppy Layers
This shaggy medium-length style with choppy layers is perfect for adding volume and movement to your hair. The layers create a textured, carefree look that works well with natural waves. The soft grey color enhances the playful texture, making it a great option for a relaxed, stylish appearance.
#35 Dynamic Layered Shag for Contemporary Appeal
This dynamic layered shag cut is perfect for a contemporary appeal, adding texture and movement to fine to medium hair. The tousled layers give a youthful, lively look, while the soft bangs frame the face beautifully. It’s a great choice for those wanting an easy, stylish look, though it may require some styling products to keep the shape.
#36 Angled Silver Pixie with Feathery Layers
Try an angled silver pixie cut with feathery layers for a face-lifting effect. A hairstyle that keeps hair off your face helps lift sagging features and balances out thin faces. Request a layered wedge from your stylist. Blow dry your hair using your hands or a round brush. Use mousse or gel for control. You can use a curling iron for added body.
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