25 Latest Curly Hairstyles For Women Over 60
Mriganka Sheker Mukhopadhyay
Updated At 27 Oct 26
Silver ringlets, cut cropped to perfection and curling waves that cascade down - each one needs its own special cut and styling routine. The curly hairstyles for women over 60 we're going to look at range from tight spirals to soft waves, so whether you're a fringe fan, prefer an open forehead or want long locks that can be tied back, there's something to suit every style.
When considering curly hair over 60, take a closer look at how the curls sit around your glasses, cheeks, and that neckline of yours. Don't worry, the photos below are a great mix of defined curls and softer waves. So take your faves to your stylist and get them to work out if the style will work with your hair texture and your daily routine.
1. Shoulder-Length Silver Curls With Wispy Bangs
Loose silver curls fall just above the shoulders while wispy spirals dance across your forehead above those bold specs. The fringe keeps things looking airy. Speaking of which, take a look at how hairstylist Lorraine Massey cuts curls in their "dry resting position", it's an approach worth talking to your stylist about when it comes to styling that fringe of yours.
2. Short Silver Curly Bob With Wispy Bangs
Defined silver ringlets create a rounded bob, with a few forehead curls forming a light fringe above the glasses. The shorter length keeps the neckline open while preserving fullness at the sides. Gently scrunch damp curls with a lightweight gel to encourage definition.
3. Voluminous Auburn Curly Shag
Warm auburn curls give this shag a full, tousled shape. Shorter curls frame the forehead, while longer pieces fall toward the shoulders. For similar volume, lift the roots gently while diffusing and leave the curl groups undisturbed until completely dry.
4. Center-Parted Silver Curly Bob
Small silver spirals frame both sides of the face, creating a rounded bob with an open forehead. Darker strands beneath the lighter curls add visible depth. Ask your stylist to assess the shape when dry so the sides sit evenly around the jaw.
5. Golden Curly Lob With a Curly Fringe
Golden-brown curls gather around the jaw and neckline, with shorter curls forming a light fringe. The sides frame the glasses. Shape the front curls individually while damp so the fringe dries in place.
6. Dark Curly Shag With a Soft Fringe
Dark curls form a shaggy outline, with short forehead pieces and longer nape curls. The uneven lengths give the cut movement. Scrunch styling foam through damp hair to separate the curls.
7. Feathered White Waves With Lifted Bangs
White hair is shaped into a short, feathered cut with a lifted, wavy fringe. The sides hug the head while the top feels fuller. Direct the front upward while drying, then gently separate the waves.
8. Pinned-Back Auburn Curls
And here's a look where the curls are sitting pretty, the auburn locks are right at shoulder level, but the front sections are all clipped back and out of the way. It shows off your face without losing any of the fabulous curled sides. When pinning your curls back, try using those small clips and pinning them up at the temples rather than flat on the top.
9. Tousled Salt-and-Pepper Curly Bob
Silver ribbons run through darker curls in this tousled bob. A long front section falls across the face, while the ends curl toward the neck. For less coverage, redirect that front section before it finishes drying.
10. Silver Curly Lob With Full Sides
Pale silver curls add volume around your cheeks and jaw before kind of just melting in towards your shoulders, the fuller sides creating a really nice profile look. If you want a bit of definition and that soft volume to stand out, just take a few of the curls off at the roots.
11. Charcoal Curly Bob With Silver Accents
Charcoal curls form a compact bob, with lighter front and temple strands. The rounded crown balances the shorter neckline. Check the back with a second mirror so the curls keep an even shape.
12. White Wavy Bob With a Rounded Outline
Loose white waves just curve on into a rounded bob ending just shy of the jawline, the front bit sitting nice and close to your glasses. You'll want a lightweight styler for this to keep the space between the waves nice and airy.
13. White Curly Crop With a Tapered Nape
Small white curls cover the top of your head and the back, while the nape is cut much shorter, the contrast between the two giving this crop its tidy profile. If you want to make the most of this look, bring a photo of the back of the head to the salon to discuss both the neckline and the top of the head.
14. Center-Parted Grey Curls at Shoulder Length
A centre part divides these grey curls into full sections around the face. The shoulder-length shape leaves room for texture along the sides. Detangle gently while conditioning, then let the curl groups settle before disturbing the part.
15. Long Brunette Curls With Crown Volume
Brunette curls go on below your shoulders, with a bit of height through the crown and a loose curl at the front. The length really adds a nice fullness to this look if you want something more than a bob. If your roots do tend to flatten out easily, keep some richer creams for the ends.
16. Highlighted Curly Bob With Face-Framing Spirals
Blonde and darker tones alternate through a curly bob, with spirals framing the forehead and cheeks. The ends sit around the jaw and neck. Refresh a few front curls individually when the rest still holds its shape.
17. Close-Cropped Curls With a Wispy Fringe
Short curls follow the shape of your head pretty closely, with some fine pieces resting across your forehead. Your ears and neckline stay nice and open. Before choosing the close-cropped look, give a bit of thought to how often the outline will need trimming.
18. Voluminous Grey Shag With Loose Curls
Large grey curls turn outward around the face, creating a wide shag shape with a loose fringe. The layers carry plenty of movement. Lift the roots gently, then let the bigger curl sections retain their rounded form.
19. Long Silver Curls Swept to One Side
Silver curls go way below your shoulders, with the length all swept to one side. Sweeping the other side away opens up your face. If you want a similar look but aren't feeling like brushing through your curls when they're dry, just reposition the hair gently.
20. Longer Brown Ringlets With Smooth Roots
Small brown ringlets are framing your shoulders, but a smooth, sleek root means the main action is happening around your face and ends. When styling, try working your way through small sections so the lower lengths get some love without overloading the roots.
21. Wide Curly Bob With Dark-and-Silver Contrast
Dark-and-silver curls kind of spread out around your temples, with spirals falling over your forehead. The compact length and wide sides really make this bob stand out, if you tend to wear high collars, do check that the back of the hair clears them.
22. Grey Ringlets With an Open Forehead
Those defined grey ringlets are going all the way to the shoulders, but instead of framing your face, they're actually falling away from it. If you want that same look, take a look at Curl specialist Ouidad's Rake and Shake method. It's a great way to add some volume and definition to your curls by distributing product through your hair before shaking it out. Try it and see!
23. Layered Grey Lob With Loose Curls
Loose grey curls create a wide, airy shape, with sweeping front pieces framing the eyes and cheekbones. The ends fall between the jaw and shoulders. For a similarly soft finish, try a light mousse and gently separate a few curls once dry.
24. Rounded Grey Curly Bob
This grey curly bob has serious shape, it's round all the way around, with small curls adding extra volume above that neckline. And the best bit? The front clears your face, giving you a super clean look. Don't forget to ask your stylist to check the shape around your ears and at the back of your neck.
25. Shoulder-Length Brown Ringlets With Grey Streaks
Brown ringlets fall around the shoulders, with grey strands adding contrast near the part and face. The open forehead leaves room for statement glasses. Apply your styling product in small sections to distribute it through the longer curls without overloading the roots.
Pick your favourite style by looking at what the curls look like, how far back the fringe is and what the length is around your neck. A stylist can help you adapt the style to your hair type, what sort of products you like to use, and what kind of time you've got for styling in the morning.
