There are many short haircuts that women over fifty can wear. My clients often tell me they wish they had taken the plunge and cut their hair shorter years ago. A new short haircut gives you a feeling of weightlessness and renewed sense of self.
There are also many variations of short haircuts available. You can be edgy with an undercut or classic with a bob. In addition to saving you time in the mornings (because you will spend way less time styling), you will also save yourself a lot of frustration.
The Classic Chocolate Stacked Bob
This is a deep, rich brown color. It is very pretty and the layers of the back give the illusion of volume. The majority of skin tones look good with this color. Because of the layers, you will never have to worry about having flat hair in the back. It will look like you tried hard to achieve this look, but it was really not that difficult.
Salt & Pepper Textured Pixie
We have finally come to an age where grey hair is cool again. One of my personal favorites is when people simply let their hair turn its natural color. This pixie has a lot of texture that sweeps to the side. You will never have to worry about this haircut looking too harsh or too plain because of the way it is cut. The salt and pepper combination creates a three-dimensional effect without adding a lot of extra effort into the haircut. Plus, you will not have to come to the salon as often for coloring.
Ash Blonde Pixie with Long Bangs
Here the bangs are longer than the rest of the hair. If you are hesitant to go really short, long bangs are a good compromise. Ash blonde is a cool color, modern, and fun. There are also brown low lights added to this haircut to add warmth. The texture of this haircut allows you to easily add products to style it however you choose.
Tousled Ash Blonde Bob
I love the movement in this bob. It does not look too perfect. Ash blonde is a cool color that is both grown-up and far from boring. When this haircut is messy, it actually looks better, that is the whole idea behind a tousled hairstyle. This haircut is perfect for anyone who wants a low-maintenance style, but still wants to look stylish.
Silver-Grey Layered Bob with Fringe
Fringe softens the facial features. The combination of silver-grey and brown low-lights creates a lot of depth in this haircut. The body of this haircut is created by the layers. You can style this haircut in a number of ways; you can have a sleek and polished look or a textured and messy look, whichever you prefer.
Fiery Auburn Pixie
Color Alert! This is a gorgeous auburn-copper color that is both rich and pretty when light hits it. The red is vibrant but not too bright, just a nice pop of color. The layers of this pixie create a lot of movement, and draw attention away from your neck and onto your face.
Beige Blonde Graduated Bob
Graduation means that the back of this haircut is shorter than the front. This is a classic shape that will never go out of style. Beige blonde has a warm, sun-kissed quality without going too yellow. Yellow hair tends to be unflattering on most people as we age, so this is a great alternative.
Dimensional Blonde Stacked Bob
Dimensional haircuts use highlights and low-lights to create depth, rather than just a flat blonde color. The back of this haircut is stacked to create volume. When you grow out your roots, you will not see them as much because of the blended color. That is a definite advantage!
Choppy Blonde Highlights Pixie
This pixie has a choppy, textured look that is modern and a bit edgy. Using blonde color and low-lights adds a lot of depth to this haircut. With this type of texture, you will not have to style your hair perfectly every single day. Simply run your fingers through your hair, add some paste or gel and you are good to go.
Platinum Feathered Pixie
Feathered layers help soften the edges of this pixie and add femininity to this haircut. Side swept layers frame your face. Platinum hair is definitely making a statement, but only if you have the right skin tone. When it works, it is fabulous.
Spiky Silver Bixie
Spiky texture, longer bangs and a bixie (half-bob/half-pixie) shape combine to create a haircut that is truly bold and eye-catching. Silver-gray hair is so cool and fun. You can style this haircut in a number of ways depending on your mood; from edgy and rough-cut to soft and flowy.
Bold Burgundy Undercut Pixie
For the bold ladies only! Burgundy wine hair is such a unique and beautiful color. The undercut is edgy and bold. Not everyone likes an undercut, but it takes a confident woman to pull off a bold haircut like this.
Caramel Highlighted Bob
This is a classic bob shape that flatters almost every face. Adding caramel highlights to your brown hair adds warmth to your complexion. Caramel is a nice, neutral color that is both professional and has a lot of personality from the highlights.
Champagne Blonde Straight Bob
Champagne blonde hair is so pretty and sophisticated. It is a soft, buttery color that is not yellow at all. Straight texture is effortless and still voluminous, and fine hair looks fuller when styled with ends flipped inward. This haircut is perfect for anyone who likes to use a texturizing spray to add volume and texture to their hair.
Edgy Two Tone Pixie
An undercut is edgy, but two tones can also be just as fierce. Using multiple blonde colors in this haircut keeps it interesting. Since you will not have to deal with as much hair as a traditional pixie, this is a low-maintenance haircut that requires regular trims to maintain the shape.
Sleek Espresso Bob
Sometimes you want to look sleek and polished. Espresso brown hair is glossy and looks healthy. This chin-length haircut with blunt ends is sharp and has boss energy vibes.
Voluminous Golden Pixie
Using golden highlights to create dimension in this pixie is genius. The layers of this haircut were designed to create volume. If you have fine hair, this is a great haircut because the layers add bulk to your hair. Golden highlights are also very flattering to most skin tones.
Ultra-Short Spiky Silver Pixie
This is probably the shortest haircut on this entire list. This haircut is perfect for busy women who do not want to deal with fuss. Silver-gray hair is modern-looking. The spiky texture of this haircut adds a lot of personality.
Layered Long Pixie
If you want to look like you have short hair, but do not want to go completely short, then this long pixie may be a good option for you. Some people refer to this type of haircut as a “lixie.” Ash blonde hair with brown low-lights creates a lot of depth. Side-swept layers also help to soften your facial features and add a more relaxed, casual look to this haircut.
Platinum Bowl-Cut Pixie
Who would have thought that bowl cuts would be popular again? But, they are! And paired with platinum blonde hair, this haircut is both modern and fresh. Having a fringe across your forehead is a bold look, but it will definitely get you noticed.
Classic Platinum Highlights Bob
The classic bob is a timeless haircut that never goes out of style. Pair it with platinum blonde hair and it is both modern and stylish. Sleek and polished, this haircut frames your face at the chin length. Keep in mind that to keep the platinum color looking good, you will need to regularly visit the salon for toning.
Chin-Length Blonde Bob
While similar to the previous platinum bob, the styling of this haircut is slightly different. Both versions are sleek, polished and fabulous. Chin-length is a flattering length for most faces. While this haircut is eye-catching, it is not over-the-top.
Salt and Pepper Bob with Fringe
This mushroom-shaped haircut is round and cute. The fringe of this haircut adds softness to your face. The combination of silver-gray and brown low-lights keeps this haircut from being a single-colored monochromatic haircut. Overall, this haircut has a modern look, with a retro-inspired twist.
Textured Silver Spiky Pixie
Texture and spiky elements throughout create movement and interest in this haircut. This haircut is easy to care for, but has enough personality to make it interesting. To add texture and interest to this haircut, simply mess it up and add a little product.
Strawberry Blonde Layered Bob
Strawberry blonde hair is a warm, peachy-pink blonde color. It is a pretty color that adds warmth to your complexion. This layered bob has movement and texture, but is not stiff. This haircut is perfect for fair-skinned women with pink undertones.
Ultra-Short White Blonde Bob
This haircut is as short as a bob can possibly be. White blonde hair is a bold, striking color that adds a lot of personality to this haircut. Sleek styling is modern and perfect for hot weather or if you are tired of dealing with hair. Just keep in mind that white and platinum hair require a lot of maintenance, including frequent trips to the salon for toning.
