Want a chic, youthful look over 50? Try a bob! This versatile cut works wonders with waves, sleek lines, or playful tousles. Choose a style that fits you, then personalize it to your heart’s content!
Before the chop, consider your hair type, routine, and face shape. A good stylist can guide you based on these factors. Remember, upkeep is key – regular trims (every 6-8 weeks) keep your bob looking sharp.
Need a styling product? Annmarie, a California stylist, recommends Davine’s all-in-one milk for both sleek blowouts and bouncy curls.
Ready to rock a bob? Scroll through these photos for inspiration!
#1: Straight Bob with Natural Color
Embrace your natural hair, even the silver strands! A sleek, straight bob makes a chic statement with any color.
Want more volume and texture?
Blunt bobs are perfect for thick hair, and your stylist can add some magic with razor cuts or textured shears to keep things light and airy.
Go rock your natural beauty and shine!
#2: Dimensional Lob with Balayages
Ditch the tired look and say hello to a fresh you with a trendy lob and balayage combo! Think of the lob as a cool, longer bob that flatters aging hair with its easy style.
Add some oomph with a balayage, where highlights are painted on for a natural, sun-kissed look.
No harsh lines, just low-maintenance beauty! Stick to lighter shades for a youthful touch and get ready to rock some serious confidence!
#3: Asymmetric Bob with a Swoop Bang
An asymmetric bob with a swoop bang is one way to balance your favorite shape.
Emphasize your natural beauty with a great cut. If your face is long, square, or round, opt for an asymmetric bob with a side-sweeping bang.
For finer hair textures, add body by creating a blunt perimeter and incorporating slight crown layers.
#4: Modern Textured Bob Haircut
The modern bob haircut is popular among women over 50.
This haircut could be an excellent choice if you want to lift your aging hair.
Tell your stylist you want a blunt textured perimeter with texture layers inside.
This gives your hair a fuller appearance at the borders and creates a textured look on the layers over your crown.
For the perfect and modern bob hairstyles for women past their 50s, use a one to two-inch barrel to style your hair into waves, not ringlets.
#5: Side Parted Straight Bob for Fine Hair
Most women notice their hair thinning as they get older.
If you notice your hair is thinning, consider getting a blunt bob.
This style can make your hair look thicker.
Adding a side part can also enhance the volume of the blunt bob.
#6: Apricot Wavy Bob with No Bangs
Ditch the dull locks and try a trendy apricot bob for a youthful glow!
This short, wavy cut with no bangs flatters women over 50 like a charm.
The apricot hue adds gorgeous color, while the bob keeps your natural volume and texture bouncing.
No bangs means all eyes on your fabulous features! Styling is easy: just apply some curl enhancer on damp hair and let your waves shine.
Ready to rock this fresh and elegant look? Go for it!
#7: Side-Parted Blonde Bob for Straight Hair
Got fine straight hair and crave a bob with oomph?
Try a side-parted blonde beauty! Keep it short around the shoulders, ditch the layers (or keep them minimal), and swish on some volumizing mousse at the crown.
This combo adds instant fullness and effortless sleekness, making your fine strands look fabulously thicker!
#8: Gorgeous Bob with Natural Coloring
A beautiful, naturally colored bob is a great choice.
It always looks good when you maintain a natural color, especially with the right cut for your face and lifestyle.
If you have a narrow jawline, request a blunt bob.
Blunt bob haircuts for older women will enhance the fullness around your jaw and neckline, creating a balanced shape.
#9: Red Sweeping Bob Hairstyle
The red sweeping bob hairstyle is a chic and timeless option for women aged 50.
This hairstyle features a sleek bob cut that gracefully frames the face.
The sweeping nature of this hairstyle adds movement and dimension. It creates a soft and feminine look.
This style works well for women with different hair types, such as straight or slightly wavy hair.
Be aware that the red color can fade quickly. So grab some sulfate-free shampoo so your color can last longer!
#10: Simple Bob Haircut for Straight Hair
A simple bob haircut is a classic shape for women over 50 with straight hair.
With my years of experience, this haircut always goes in style and looks good on people of all ages.
A side-swept bang is a nice addition to this cut and helps to bring attention to the eyes.
#11: Cute Bob Hairstyle with Natural Curls
A cute bob hairstyle with natural curls is perfect for ladies in their 50s who want a fresh and youthful look.
This low-maintenance style frames the face beautifully.
It draws attention to the eyes and cheekbones.
Keeping the length at or above the shoulders prevents the curls from becoming too weighed down.
It also prevents them from losing their natural bounce.
A bob with natural curls is a versatile and easy-to-maintain hairstyle.
#12: Butterfly Layered Cut with Center Parting
Short hair craving major volume? Look no further than the short butterfly cut!
With its bouncy layers and feathered texture, this style gives your hair tons of movement and makes it look way thicker than it really is.
Just ask your stylist for lots of layers and wispy ends to get that dreamy butterfly vibe.
Styling is super easy: grab a round brush or bigger curling iron and sweep your hair away from your face for effortless volume and bounce.
Short hair, big impact – you’re welcome!
#13: Chopped and Blonde
For women in their fifties, a bob can take 10 years off! Blonde is the perfect look for this age group as it will keep them looking on-trend and fabulous.
Blondes should opt for buttery rather than platinum tones.
It helps soften those greys around the hairline and brighten up her complexion.
Plus, going shorter reduces dry time, and no more need to fuss all morning with styling tools.
To finish, I recommend using Wella Eimi Perfect Me Lightweight Hair Cream. It gives your hair a subtle shine and hold.
#14: 1960s-Inspired Razored Curly Bob
Try a 1960s-inspired razored bob for curly hair for a timeless look.
Using a razor for the haircut will create texture and layers.
Just be careful not to overdo the razor, as it could cause unwanted frizz!
#15: Inverted Curly Bob Without Bangs
Go for a new look with an inverted curly bob without bangs. Cutting off dead long lengths will be helpful to give your face an instant lift.
It will also give your hair a more youthful appearance. A shorter length will give your curls new life and bounce for a perfect style if you are in your fifties.
#16: Sleek Bob with Bangs
These before and after pictures of a bob with bangs prove how a haircut and color can make women over 50 look younger!
The new cut with bangs brightened her up by warming up her base color to complement her skin tone.
Ask your stylist what cut and color can make you feel younger.
#17: Glossy Blonde Bob
This short bob with fringe for older ladies has a glossy blonde tone to brighten the face.
Many celebrities wear this sleek style and straight hair.
Don’t forget to use a shine serum so you feel that you’re red-carpet-ready!
#18: French Bob for Thinning Hair
The French bob can be a perfect choice for women with thinning hair.
The short ends make the hair feel and look thicker.
#19: Sleek Brunette Bob with Wispy Bangs
For women over 50, adding wispy bangs to a bob can bring out the eyes and soften the face.
A sleek bob is a classic style and works great on medium to fine textures.
Try a light gloss from Hairstory on your fingertips after you blow-dry to add shine. This product works on all hair textures.
#20: Dirty Blonde Bob Haircut
A bob haircut is a great option for older women to freshen up their style.
The dirty blonde helps keep a natural look while blending grey versus covering it completely.
A bob haircut is always on-trend and never looks dated.
Styling with a round brush to add volume and movement. Hold the style with a hard-hold hairspray.
#21: Vintage Bob with Bangs
Craving short hair with major volume? Rock a layered butterfly cut with a center part for tons of bounce! Or, keep it classic and chic with a vintage bob with bangs.
This short box bob flatters most faces (except super square shapes) and is super light and easy for women over 50 to manage.
Plus, the angled cut adds volume even to fine or flat hair, making it a win-win! Choose your short style adventure and enjoy!
#22: Silver Textured Bob
If you’re a woman over 50 with fine hair, consider choosing this textured bob.
The more vibrant it is, the more youthful it looks on you! For your love of short hairstyles, this is the ever-stunning silver textured bob you must wear.
The secret to getting this nice and cool movement is dryer and diffuser.
And lock the moisture onto your strands with a leave-in conditioner and volumizing lotion.
#23: Straight Bob with Glasses
For a lovely woman in her 50s who can never leave her specs at home, you must go for this bob!
This straight bob with glasses will make you stylish from any angle.
Its bright shade does a superb job of helping the natural grey strands to blend in.
For an additional touch that grants you a fresher look, never miss having subtle bangs, too.
