23 Best Wedge Haircuts For Women Over 60
Kathakali S
Wedge hairstyles have withstood the test of time, particularly for women aged 60 and above in search of something chic, low-maintenance, and timeless. Wedge cuts are characterized by their stacked layers, tapering backs, and effortless volume, providing structure and lift with ease of maintenance. If you're embracing your natural grays or experimenting with contemporary colors, a wedge cut can polish your features, express your personality, and keep you feeling self-assured. Here are 17 great wedge haircut ideas specifically designed for women over 60:
1. Side-Parted Pixie Wedge
This sleek look marries the edginess of a pixie with the softness of a wedge. With a side part, the cut is flattering to mature features, particularly if you have a round or heart-shaped face. The back is tapered for a neat look, and the longer side introduces playfulness. It's ideal for women who desire a contemporary yet elegant look.
2. A-Line Wedge Bob
The A-line wedge bob is longer in the front and shorter at the back, with an elegant angle that raises the jawline. For women over 60, this haircut is slimming and looks great with straight or mildly wavy hair. It's simple to style and can be suitable for both everyday wear and formal occasions.
3. Pixie Wedge with Fringes
Topping a pixie wedge with fringes relaxes the face and conceals forehead wrinkles, and is popular with older women. The volume is achieved without bulk by the short back and layered top. It's a young cut that adds structure and femininity.
“Fringes can take years off the face by softening forehead lines and giving a playful edge,” explains Laura Cheng, a hairstylist for mature clients in New York.
4. Curly Textured Wedge
The curly-textured wedge proves that shape does not come at the cost of volume for naturally curly hair. The stacked layers keep the cut from becoming too triangular and add definition. It is ideal for expressing oneself while letting one's hair down and embracing its natural curl.
5. Curly Salt and Pepper Wedge Cut
This beautiful style extols natural gray tones while offering a chiseled outline. The salt-and-pepper tones add depth and class to the layered wedge cut. It is particularly flattering for curly, coarse hair, adding volume without being difficult to maintain.
6. Smooth Blonde Wedge
If you’re not ready to go fully gray, a smooth blonde wedge offers a fresh, youthful glow. This style is sleek, with stacked layers at the back and subtle volume on top. Ideal for women with fine hair, it creates the illusion of thickness and softness.
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7. Shaped Wedge Cut
A sharply angled wedge cut provides a sleek, polished appearance that's simple to maintain. The angled layers curve around the nape and widen toward the crown, forming a defined silhouette. It is especially becoming for women with angular cheekbones or oval faces.
8. Short Stacked Wedge
This revised version of the traditional wedge has close, stacked layers in the back, providing lift and body. It suits women with thinning hair very well as the stacked layers enhance fullness. Combined with a soft fringe or side-swept bangs, it enhances facial contours.
“Stacked wedges are a godsend for thinning hair. They give volume without making the head look big,” shares Amanda Leigh, a mature hair specialist in Austin, Texas.
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9. Wedge Micro Bob
The wedge micro bob is a sleek and simple version of the classic bob. It's cut just below the ears and tapered smoothly at the back. This cut works for hot climates or busy schedules, providing style and convenience all in one tidy cut.
10. Balayage Side Wedge Bob
Pairing a side-swept bob with soft balayage highlights gives depth and dimension to older hair. The painted-on balayage highlights add movement and texture, and the cut at an angle skims the neckline. It's sleek, chic, and extremely becoming on a mature complexion.
11. Textured Pixie Wedge
For a lively, youthful appearance, the textured pixie wedge cannot be beaten. It's short in the back with choppy layers on top, and it adds bounce and life. It's simple to style with a swipe of mousse or texture spray, making it an excellent choice for daily glamour.
12. White Wedge Bixie
The bixie, a mixture of a bob and a pixie, achieves shape with wedge-type layers. In a gorgeous white or silver color, this style is dramatic. It's ideal for women who want a shorter haircut without going the full pixie route and adore sporting their white locks.
13. Choppy Pixie Wedge
For those who desire a dramatic style statement, the choppy pixie wedge fits the will. The rough layers and pointy ends provide texture and edge. It's an entertaining, flippant choice for women over 60.
“Choppy cuts add instant life to flat hair. A wedge base ensures the shape stays clean and fresh,” remarks Dylan Creed, stylist at Platinum Age Studio, NYC.
14. Bob Wedge with Bangs
Cutting bangs with a wedge bob can give the face a youthfully charming silhouette. Full, curtain, or wispy upswept bangs will draw attention to the eyes and decrease the visibility of aging lines. Straight or slightly wavy hair types would be best for this style, representing classic beauty.
15. Wedge Cut with Dimensional Color
Dimensional coloring uses two or more tones to achieve depth. When done with a wedge cut, this type of coloring makes hair and shape look more vibrant. For women over 60 years old, mixing warm and cool tones can lighten the skin and revive fine hair.
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16. Edgy Highlighted Wedge
This is the ideal look for women who desire to be in style. The edgy, highlighted wedge boasts razor-cut layers and show-stopping streaks of color—such as platinum, burgundy, or even pastel colors. It's a bold choice that shows age is no constraint when it comes to fashion.
17. Pixie Wedge with Side Bangs
The classic pixie wedge is even more becoming with soft side bangs. This combination is magic in balancing high foreheads and blunting jawlines. It's an easy style that can be styled tousled for a day out or slick for a night on the town.
