Meet Mary Allen, a writer at The Right Hairstyles Magazine with a passion for the artistry of hair, who first joined our editorial team in January 2022. With a keen eye for trends in haircutting and coloring techniques, Mary Allen explores the diverse spectrum of beauty, ensuring that her articles resonate with women from all walks of life.
Read full bio Editorial guidelines
As a creative person, musician and actress at heart, Stacey Bradshaw has experimented a lot with her hairstyles just out of curiosity: blunt and side swept bangs, layered haircut, long bob, highlights, dark toning etc. “Life is too long to be afraid of changes. Monotony is dull” is her motto. She is a freelance writer, keen reader, and just a curious person, who loves exploring new useful information on nutrition and beauty tips for keeping hair healthy and pretty.
Read full bio Editorial guidelines
I’ve been behind the chair since 2019. Now, I work as a full-time stylist at Gold Dust Intuition and a part-time educator, specializing in layered haircuts and color. Over the years I’ve continued my education by taking classes by Kimberlytay Hair, Daniel M Beauty, Linson Hair, Adrienne Dara, and more. I am excited to keep up with modern-day hair trends and create customized cuts and colors for all who sit in my chair. I accept booking and cooperation inquiries through my Instagram.
Read full bio Editorial guidelines
@haironcentral
Graying locks can have a tendency to look harsh if the right cut isn’t implemented to tone down the edge. Weaving in gentle cascading layers through a shorter haircut allows for the right amount of gentleness.
Many women are shy of their first gray hairs and try to cover them up with permanent dyes. While these grays are not numerous, doing so often makes sense. When you are turning grayer, you can either consider going blondish or sport your silver locks with pride and style. After viewing the following gray hair styles, you may completely change your opinion about gray locks.
So, take your time and give some of your attention to the following gorgeous looks to select the best haircut and hairstyle for yourself. You can also see how different hairstyles will look on you using our virtual styler and selecting to generate all the results in different shades (these will include gray) or in gray hair color only.
@pinklady1980
A pixie cut with lots of movement and dimension adds femininity to the sharp, cropped hair. A short cut matched with a statement silver color should be balanced with a soft makeup palette consisting of browns, bronzes, and soft pinks.
We’ve all seen blonde ombre hair color, but what about gray? This style starts out white and naturally fades back into a deep foggy hue that’s gorgeous for any sophisticated woman.
@suzandro_
If you are naturally going gray, then you are in luck – this hue of wisdom is actually very popular with even young women. Get a nice layered cut and make sure your gray is yellow-free, if not, they make beautiful toning to achieve pure silver gray hair at a salon.
@queerinyourhair
For women over 60, finding a mature style and color you’re comfortable with can be difficult. Rather than running away from graying hair, embrace it and ask your hairdresser to tailor your cut and color to compliment your gray. Dimension can easily be painted into the hair utilizing fine-tuned lightening techniques.
@maria.ferrer.riggert
If your hair is stick straight and thinning, go for a classic style like this bob cut. For gray hair, a bob can show off the beautiful color dimension that comes with naturally grown whites or added platinum highlights. It is also a no-nonsense, low-maintenance style that’s ideal for busy women.
@modernsalon
Whether your hair is curly or straight, if you’re not quite ready to completely make the jump into gray hair, then consider a very light blonde with gray undertones. If you feel it’s too blonde, you can always go grayer, as opposed to the full on gray, which is much more difficult and expensive to accomplish.
@american_salon
If you are sick and tired of box dyes and regular touch-ups, it makes sense to grow out your natural gray. “We’ve gradually grown out her beautiful natural color and now she only requires a toner every now and then to keep it sparkling!” St Louis precision cutting specialist and strategic colorist Monica Park Johnson shares her enthusiasm.
@monicajohnsonhair
You can recapture a hairstyle from your school days with one added twist – a gray shade. Gray hair doesn’t have to be scary, and it doesn’t have to be set in an elderly woman perm. Keep hair soft, straight and shoulder length to feel young again.
@centrodegradejoellepaola
A shag cut makes your hair have more bounce and volume while remaining light and fun. If you want the easiest hairstyle to manage – take clues from this idea and remember to work with your natural hair texture!
@amandaki_beauty
To ensure your side-swept bob looks elegant, opt for a professional cut with precise angles, set your hair in soft bends, and maintain the color’s vibrancy. Accessorize thoughtfully and keep the style polished for a sophisticated finish that’s always on point.
@silver_7.5.2018
We’re getting feminine vibes from this beautiful salt and pepper style! The medium length gives you a lot of space to style and play with. You can keep it straight or make it wavy to show off the ombre effect.
@hairbyshelbsxo
Go for a pretty silver shade if you aren’t sure which tone is right for your complexion. Going completely gray can seem drastic and intimidating – but with the right hue you’ll feel beautiful.
@modernsalon
Certainly, long gray hair is beautiful, but it can be a huge pain to upkeep. Instead, why not go for a cropped cut that frames the face and still feels beautiful. Long side strands both in front of and behind the ears modernize the look.
@thelmatazhair
There’s a bit more salt than pepper in this salt and pepper hair, and that’s why it’s so attractive. The hairstyle has long wispy bangs that are pushed to the sides. Feathery layers give a little bit of height, and the overall style is easy to manage if you’re a mature woman on the go.
@alankaraaveda
As you experiment with hairstyles for gray hair, don’t be afraid to go for a white-blonde color; a bright balayage looks rich when combined with ashy brown roots. The crown section of the cut features a lot of flattering height.
@peaceloveombre
You’re never too old to add a little spunk into your hairstyle. A spiked pixie cut offers just the right amount of playfulness, while still keeping things low maintenance. Pair the edgy cut with sweet side bangs for a better face-framing effect.
@chilimoirana
Adding lowlights to gray hair is a great way to mimic gray blending for dark locks and make the natural white shade pop against these dimensions. This technique creates depth, making the gray tones look more vibrant and dynamic.
@thierrylothmannbriancon
If you want to add more dimension and movement to your curly tresses, opt for a bob cut. This style will gently lift your hair at the roots and reveal a delicious color combo. Don’t forget to use moisturizing hair care products for healthy and defined ringlets.
@salonkhouri
Short gray hairstyles like this chic bob look cool either when you are in your 20s and bleaching your locks or when you are wearing your natural gray hair over 60. Try it with youthful bangs and be sure to add lots of layers to get the most movement.
@modestspotcarrillo
The classic length for a bob is the one that grazes your jawline. As gravity takes its toll on jowls and cheekbones, a cut that brings definition to the chin can lift this area. Intensify this delineation by lightly flipping ends inwards. Slowly roll the tips of locks towards the neck with a straightener.
@lizwparks
When choosing to make the transition to gray, you can either chop where your original color begins or blend your natural hair with the new gray. A light layered haircut is very flattering for a mix of tones.
@carolinelabouchere
If you want to achieve natural-looking gray hair, blend partial white highlights into your natural grays. Ask your stylist to make your face frame pop by packing in the foils along the the perimeter of your face. Use your waves to help you decide where to place the splashes of color.
@prive_danielle
Add stacked layers to your short gray hair to gain extra body and volume if you are missing that with your current look. You can go as close to your neck as you want with a razor cut.
@hairbydivan_holistic_hair
Be the talk of the town with a mushroom cut. You won’t need to do much styling because the way it falls is effortless. Blow-dry your hair with a round brush to get as much volume and body as you can.
@charismahairyeg
Combat flyaway strands with this sleek, uber-straight hairstyle that includes bangs and plenty of color dimensions. Nature might not give you this shade for free, but any salon is capable of recreating this beautiful hue.
@american_salon
Sometimes gray hair isn’t exactly gray – silver, white and light lavender hues also bring an air of purity and sophistication. The short, textured bob has tons of waves to play with. The long bangs sweep down to the side, covering the ears and slimming down the face.
@goshandco
Gray hair can still look youthful, thanks to today’s haircuts that incorporate long layers for slightly curled tips. This ‘do is a great feminine alternative to shorter hair.
@modernsalon
For short gray hair, stacked layers cut from the middle of the back to the nape of the neck is a great way to add volume and texture. You will be able to see the color depth in your hair, even with the gray! The levels of layers give your hair a lift, and an ashy shade of blonde allows for blending in your graying hair.
@sarahpriceseagle
Graying locks can have a tendency to look harsh if the right cut isn’t implemented to tone down the edge. Weaving in gentle cascading layers through a shorter haircut allows for the right amount of gentleness.
@haironcentral
With thick wavy hair, it is sometimes best to keep your locks at or near your shoulders, so you can better control them. Try a sweet and romantic style like a medium-length cut with light layers throughout the ends. Alternate between light and dark shades of gray and enjoy a nice balayage that fits your style and compliments your age.
@indiesixdenver
Embrace your gray hair by wearing it in a neatly shorn pixie cut with sharp sideburns. Keep the dark color as an accent and mix gray and white for the main color. To add to your femininity, dress it up with some big, funky earrings.
@rolyhairstylist
Adding long, flowy layers to a white-blond, shoulder-length haircut creates a modern lob with an elegant twist. A style that embraces the aging process while still displaying youthfulness is ideal for the woman in her 50s.
@patricemuellerhair
Go for that almost white hair color during your next trip to the salon! You will look super chic and classy without having to do much. Just blow dry or straighten your hair and make sure to keep flyaways at bay with an anti-frizz cream.
@salon_twentyeight
Flaunt those curls with an adorable salt and pepper hair color mix that will show off your fun and youthful personality. If you don’t have naturally curly hair, perms are still popular with the older generation. They allow for easy upkeep and an affordable style.
@tinaaa_ranck
To get that spiky look, use pomade or gel to style upwards. You will get the mega volumized effect! It’s great that you can choose how spiky you want to go – depending on your mood.
@mbs_hair
The long, straight strands of the inverted bob look even better when they are highlighted to a shiny white. If you have fine hair, be sure to feather the sides and layer the back for a sleek and smooth appearance.
@petraprimpszebahair
Confident women know how to embrace and enjoy their natural gray – instead of trying to hide it, they choose to flaunt it for everyone to see. Be one of those gorgeous women and go for a full head of feathered white and gray hair with short bangs and lots of textured angles.
@kelseyartistry
For women over 60, it’s still possible to incorporate some of the edge and funk from your youth into your current hairstyle. Pairing a subtle undercut with wispy, flipped bangs dresses up the classic pixie cut and perfectly shows off your gray hair. The style is classy, yet modern, and can work for any woman who is rocking gray locks.
@hairbyjessid
Go for white instead of blonde highlights to go with your gray hairs. This color job is the perfect transition from your natural hair color into a stylish mature look – hues of gray, white and black are intermingled.
@colourauthority
This gray bob stands out due to the loose curls that add movement at the bottom and an extra sense of youth and frivolity. Whether you choose to wear it parted on the side or down the middle, make sure to shape some swoopy waves in the front.
@flint_hair_
Medium length gray hair with a blowout looks fresh and flirty, so let it grow and leave it loose and carefree. A gray balayage with bright platinum accents keeps the hair healthy and pampered. Part it on the side and be sure to leave the ends curled upwards and feathered for some extra bounce.
@kalliedwardshair
Short white hair can be creative. The idea is to embrace your natural gray and dress it up with the help of balayage. Blend your natural salt-and-pepper hair in the back with chunky highlighted white sections in the front and sprinkle everything with bronze babylights.
@am_hairstylist
Cut your short silver hair into a pixie with a bit of extra length. Tuck a few of the loose side pieces behind the ears and make the most of that salt-and-pepper spice by throwing in some silver highlights around the face. Let those feathered bangs fall over the eyes for a flirtier appearance.
@het.haarpand
Consider ditching long gray hair for a curly mid-length lob. You’ll still have some length to style with and it will be less to manage on a daily basis.
@harbourclubsalon
Check the perfect blend of gray highlights and lowlights. It helps to add dimension to a shorter cut in such a simple way! You can use rollers or a curling iron to get your perfect curl.
@cristinalopez.stylist
If you’re interested in wearing a more traditional cut, go for a straight sliced bob with a little extra height in the crown. The short bangs frame the face, and the top layers provide a nice balance for the accurate bottom that might have looked a bit heavy otherwise.
@afterfxsalon
Short silver hair can be styled in many different ways but wavy layers are one of the easiest go-tos! If you have naturally wavy hair, let it air dry and use a sea salt spray when it’s damp to get those piecey waves.
@blondeaubs
Multi-layered feathered hair seems fuller and rounder if it’s cut straight across the nape. When looking through different color solution, don’t forget that you can add tones of sepia, blonde and silver to balance out the natural gray color.
@lunar_haircraft
Short haircuts are typically a more manageable option for women over 50. A longer pixie provides femininity and less maintenance. Styling with a wax and tousling tresses is just one example of an easy hairstyle for short gray hair.
@bethaney.rose.tucker
Going gray doesn’t mean sacrificing your hair’s natural texture and color. There are short haircuts that still allow you to embrace your curly locks. So, if this sounds appealing to you, you might want to give a medium layered cut a try. You also don’t have to fully commit to a solid gray shade, so blend in gray balayage highlights into your natural hair color for a nice combination.
@organichairbyashley
As hair ages, it also tends to lose some of its texture. Keep things looking full with a bit of feathering. You can get this look at your salon, or use a wide toothed comb to do it on your own.
@harbolaget
Who says gray hair can’t look youthful? All you need is a spiky top and a little attitude, and you can be as stylish with the best of them. Height is critical here, so make sure you give the crown a good teasing and leave some long bright white pieces in the front to frame the face. The attractive cut is cropped close to the nape and sides with just a short tendril in front of the ears.
@smesahd
A little bit of extra length for your short white hair can turn it into a voluminous bob! It’s a perfect choice if you are in the “in-between” stage of growing your shorter pixie cut into a longer lob. The combination of bangs and a layered bottom gives a sense of roundness and volume on top.
@master_of_beauty
Try a modern take on salt and pepper hair and choose a blend of gray and brown shades. Keep the lighter shades near the hairline and have the ash brown fade into the rest of your hair. With a longer cut, make sure you get regular trims to keep your silver gray hair healthy.
@biancahendeehair
An icy white shade can be a hard color to pull off, but with a perfectly styled bob, you can enjoy a crispy cut every day. If you prefer having layers in your hair, cut them on the longer side so they blend nicely and form the right rounded shape.
@aimeeelizabeth23
This wonderful gray hair style gives a very light and youthful feel that matches the young eyes and brilliant smile. Who knew that airy texture and natural silver color could be so irresistibly charming?
@american_salon
Ah… it’s flawless… Having seen this, a rare woman will shy away from her naturally gray hair. And these locks are simply centre-parted and flat-ironed. Do you think you could rock something like this?
Wow! This woman has fire in her eyes and heart, and this sassy hairstyle brings it out! Although those flicks are sticking out at all sides, the rounded shape of the cut softens all the edges, revealing the fantastic texture.
@american_salon
Gray hair and a cute hairstyle is all it takes to look modern and stylish. This medium length style features a good lift at the roots and gorgeous flicks at the ends melting into foamy curls only for the ends – wow, that’s a poetic and very beautiful look!
An older woman that looks contemporary is twice beautiful. With a layered hairstyle like this you are a lady who lives today and takes interest in the current trends. These delicate layers and fringy finish for the edges are adorable!
@modernsalon
Who would have thought that short white hair with cropped baby-bangs could look so youthful and energetic? The feathered layers directed towards the chin help to elongate the face. The white-blonde balayage over dark gray is a refreshing hair color solution.
@stylist_shannonbingham
A problem that older women may have is thinning hair that lacks volume. Incorporating the right amount of layers without reducing density can revive the hair that lacks body. Blow-drying upside down also increases volume. When setting this style, avoid high alcohol content hairsprays that can leech off your strands.
@salonkhouri
For a hairdo that’s a little bit more eye-catching, choose a longer, side-parted pixie cut that has a dramatic color, like a high contrast face-framing balayage. With this modern Cruella de Vil style, you can look just as classy with a mix of stark white and darker gray mixed throughout your hair.
@purehairstudio563
If your hair is graying, but you’re not quite ready to embrace this natural beauty evolution, ask your stylist to use an ash blonde hue that incorporates some mild gray highlights. You can also go for some other complementary hues like gold and silver.
@modernsalon
Not a fan of super short hairstyles? Opt for a golden mean with a classic bob that features long layers cut throughout. The style is youthful yet still appropriate for ladies over 50. The symmetrical cut of the layers forms a nice swooping shape that keeps your style looking polished.
@hairbysusiecarranza
Aging gracefully and going gray naturally is a gift that contemporary older women are accepting with gratitude. Select a hairstyle for over 50 you’ll feel comfortable with and present your silver locks in the best light.
Enter your email to get this picture to your inbox, and get other ideas you might like 💌
Ditch the permanent hair color and embrace your natural beauty. Women all over the world pay thousands to have their hair colored to platinum and silver tones. Find a haircut and color within this article that best suits your style and discover the confidence you need in order to age gracefully. There’s is nothing more sexy than aging with true confidence. ”