Trending Hairstyles for Women Over 40 – Winter (2024)

Trending Hairstyles for Women Over 40

This season, long hairstyles still reign supreme. Check out the trending hairstyles for women over 40 from the most recent red-carpet appearances.

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• Hairstyles with Bangs
• Long Hairstyles
• Medium Length Hairstyles
• Short Haircuts
• Ponytails/Braids
• Updos

Click on any hairstyle link for insider information about the hairstyle, including the celebrity hairstylist who created the look, the tools and products used, social media buzz, and additional style credits, including the stylist and makeup artist.

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Hairstyles with Bangs

Anne Hathaway – Fresh Set of Bangs (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Adir Abergel –

“Eileen” actress Anne Hathaway attended the 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards with a long, straight hairstyle and a new set of peek-a-boo bangs by celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel.

[Pictured: Anne Hathaway – Fresh Set of Bangs (2024) – [Hairstylist: Adir Abergel] – 2024 Film Independent Spirit Awards – Santa Monica, CA]

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Long Hairstyles

Jessica Alba – Long Curled Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Brittney Conkle

“L.A.’s Finest” actress Jessica Alba attended the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party with a long curled hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Brittney Conkle.

[Pictured: Jessica Alba – Long Curled Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Brittney Conkle] – 2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party – Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts – Beverly Hills, CA]

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Jessica Biel – Long Soft Wave Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Peter Lux

“The Sinner” actress Jessica Biel attended the Fendi Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024 – 2025 Show with a long curled hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Peter Lux.

[Pictured: Jessica Biel – Long Soft Wave Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Peter Lux] – Milan Fashion Week – Fendi Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024 – 2025 Show – Milan, Italy]

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Alessandra Ambrosio – Sleek Deep Side Part Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Adir Abergel

Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio attended the 66th GRAMMY Awards with a long, straight hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel.

[Pictured: Alessandra Ambrosio – Sleek Deep Side Part Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Adir Abergel] – 66th GRAMMY Awards – Los Angeles, CA]

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Kim Kardashian – Silky Long Straight Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Chris Appleton

Kim Kardashian attended the Paris Fashion Week – Maison Margiela Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2024 Show with a long straight hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton.

[Pictured: Kim Kardashian – Silky Long Straight Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Chris Appleton] – Paris Fashion Week – Maison Margiela Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2024 Show – Paris, France]

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Jessica Chastain – Sleek Straight Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Renato Campora –

“George & Tammy” actress Jessica Chastain attended the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards with a side sweeping hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Renato Campora.

[Pictured: Jessica Chastain – Sleek Straight Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Renato Campora] – 75th Primetime Emmy Awards – Los Angeles, CA]

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Lauren Ambrose – Long Curled Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: John D

“Yellowjacket’s” actress Lauren Ambrose attended the 75th Emmy Awards with a curled hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist John D.

[Pictured: Lauren Ambrose – Long Curled Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: John D] – 75th Emmy Awards – Peacock Theater – Los Angeles, CA]

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Half Updo (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Lona Vigi

“The Morning Show” actress Reese Witherspoon attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a long, half updo by celebrity hairstylist Lona Vigi.

[Pictured: Reese Witherspoon – Half Updo (2024) – [Hairstylist: Lona Vigi] – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA]

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Elizabeth Banks – Slicked Back Curled Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Clayton Hawkins

“Cocaine Bear” director Elizabeth Banks attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a gorgeous, long curled, “wet-look” hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Clayton Hawkins.

[Pictured: Elizabeth Banks – Slicked Back Curled Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Clayton Hawkins] – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA ]

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Medium Length Hairstyles

Eva Longoria – Mick Jagger Shag (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Dimitris Giannetos

Actress/Director/Producer Eva Longoria attended La Cena Los Angeles with a hot new shag by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos.

[Pictured: Eva Longoria – Mick Jagger Shag (2024) – [Hairstylist: Dimitris Giannetos] – La Cena Los Angeles – Hollywood, CA]

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Claire Danes – Medium Length Curled Hairstyle (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Peter Butler

“Fleishman’s In Trouble” actress Claire Danes attended the 75th Emmy Awards with a medium-length hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist Peter Butler.

[Pictured: Claire Danes – Medium Length Curled Hairstyle (2024) – [Hairstylist: Peter Butler] – 75th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, CA]

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Short Haircuts

Sofia Boutella – Short Slicked-Back Bob (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Brady Lea

“Argylle” actress Sofia Boutella attended the world premiere with a short, slicked-back bob by celebrity hairstylist Brady Lea.

[Pictured: Sofia Boutella – Short Slicked-Back Bob (2024) – [Hairstylist: Brady Lea] – “Argylle” World Premiere – Odeon Luxe Leicester Square – London, England]

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Greta Gerwig – Short Choppy Cut (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: John D –

“Barbie” director Greta Gerwig attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a short hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist John D.

[Pictured: Greta Gerwig – Short Choppy Cut (2024) – [Hairstylist: JohnD] – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA]

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Hannah Waddingham – Short Bob (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Richard Collins

“Home for Christmas” actress Hannah Waddingham attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a new short bob styled by celebrity hairstylist Richard Collins.

[Pictured: Hannah Waddingham – Short Bob (2024) – [Hairstylist: Richard Collins] – – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA]

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Michelle Williams – Traditional Pixie (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Chris McMillan

“The Fabelmans” actress Michelle Williams attended the Chanel Watches & Fine Jewelry Fifth Avenue Flagship Boutique Opening with a pixie haircut by celebrity hairstylist Chris McMillan.

[Pictured: Michelle Williams – Traditional Pixie (2024) – [Hairstylist: Chris McMillan] – Chanel Watches & Fine Jewelry Fifth Avenue Flagship Boutique Opening – New York City, NY]

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Leslie Bibb – Contemporary Beachy Bob (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: John D

“Palm Royale” actress Leslie Bibb attended the premiere with a short, beachy bob hairstyle by celebrity hairstylist John D.

[Pictured: Leslie Bibb – Contemporary Beachy Bob (2024) – [Hairstylist: John D] – Apple TV+’s “Palm Royale” Premiere at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills]

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Ponytails/Braids

Natalie Portman -Super Sleek Low Ponytail (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Teddy Charles

“May December” actress Natalie Portman attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a sleek ponytail by celebrity hairstylist Teddy Charles.

[Pictured: Natalie Portman – Super Sleek Low Ponytail (2024) – [Hairstylist: Teddy Charles] – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA]

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Kate Beckinsale – Ponytail with Highlights (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Scott King

“Fool’s Paradise” actress Kate Beckinsale attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a high ponytail by celebrity hairstylist Scott King.

[Pictured: Kate Beckinsale – Ponytail with Highlights (2024) – [Hairstylist: Scott King] – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA]

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Abigail Spencer – Textured Ponytail (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Clayton Hawkins

“Extended Family” actress Abigail Spencer attended the 75th Creative Arts Emmy Awards with a curly ponytail by celebrity hairstylist Clayton Hawkins.

[Pictured: Abigail Spencer – Textured Ponytail (2024) – [Hairstylist: Clayton Hawkins] – 75th Creative Arts Emmy Awards – Peacock Theater – Los Angeles, CA]

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Updos

Ali Wong – Sleek Updo (2024)

Celebrity Hairstylist: Clayton Hawkins |

“Beef” actress Ali Wong attended the 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards with a sleek updo by celebrity hairstylist Clayton Hawkins.

[Pictured: Ali Wong – Sleek Updo (2024) – [Hairstylist: Clayton Hawkins] – 81st Annual Golden Globe Awards – Beverly Hilton – Beverly Hills, CA]

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