50 Current Hairstyles for Women Over 40

You might think that hairstyles for women over 40 are less chic and eye-catching than hairdos for younger crowd. However, these 50 looks will change your mind!

Welcome warm weather, sunshine, summer breeze, and… your new hair inspiration! We tend to shorten up our styles to keep hair off our necks or at least easy to pull back when it’s hot outside, but there are ways to stay cool and keep the length you love if short isn’t for you. And if you are feeling bold and ready for cropped locks, there’s something for you as well!

From a cute shoulder-length shag or a long A-line bob to an ultra-short pixie, your only problem will be deciding which look to try!

1. Big Sun-Kissed Curls. With locks shining like the sun, you’ll ooze summer vibes all year long.

2. Perfect for Summer Midi. Probably one of the more popular youthful coifs, a long bob that works in waves. It will knock 10 years off your age, really.

3. Dimensional Wavy Lob. Summertime means you need a relaxed look. With a short-to-medium length and loose waves you’ll always look your best.

4. Icy Blonde Layered Bob. A twist on the crop you love? Add some blonde ice for a cool summer-ready look!

5. Two-Tier Feathered Midi. Show the world you’re ready for summer with an all-over blonde and feathered layers!

6. Work-Ready Shoulder-Length Style. Take this classic crop to work and pull it back by the end of the day for an evening event.

7. Voluminous Straight Bixie. Combine a tapered shape with extra body around the crown for a fun take on a short look.

8. Juicy Bob Shag. A bold color like purple, dark pink, and burgundy, works wonders on a shag.

9. Layered Concave Bob. If you’ve been growing out your pixie for a while, it may be time to try a cute short inverted bob with side bangs.

10. Cascading Inverted Lob. Shorter on one side than on the other is the perfect option if you want to keep your length but try a shorter style too.

11. Silver Blonde Piece-y Bob. A short curly bob with a side-part is manageable and trendy. Light waves can be easily done with a straightener.

12. Stack with Blonde Highlights. Ease into a new do by taking length up above the shoulders and trying subtle highlights.

13. Shoulder-Length Straight Mane. Add a touch of beautiful silver over a brown base to upgrade your shoulder-length locks and mask the first grays.

14. Lob with Textured Ends. Let the waves in your locks remind you of the ocean waves and the beach where you’ll be hanging out the next weekend!

15. Sassy Short Pixie. This pixie is perfect if you’re not the one who spends too much time on styling in the morning!

16. Face-Framing Bixie for Fine Hair. The simple crop looks trendy with a side-swept bang and blended blonde highlights.

17. Dramatic Red Lob Shag. A bold move for shoulder-length locks? A rich red and a deep side part for extra drama.

18. Long Straight Blonde Mane. Subtle highlights are so beautiful on long straight locks with bangs!

19. Edgy Pixie with Spiky Top. Go for spunky and spiky with a short pixie dressed up by peek-a-boo highlights for flair!

20. Super Short Dirty Blonde Crop. Short androgynous pixies look very trendy with a silver balayage.

21. Blonde Balayage Lob. Be beautiful with a brightening balayage. Don’t be afraid to leave roots darker.

22. Classic Short Bob. You know what never goes out of style? A short bob with subtle highlights.

23. Insta-Worthy Long Locks. You’ll want to post this one all over your Instagram – the popular long, blonde coif.

24. Tapered Bixie with High Crown. A little wave action at the top brings attention to the nice cheekbones and chiseled bone structure.

25. Bright Blonde Midi. Get your medium-length locks summer-ready and add chunks of blonde!

26. Silver Blonde Pixie Shag. Wave goodbye to problems like frizz when you upgrade to an extra-short pixie.

27. Modern Straight Locks with Layers. Don’t want to go too casual? Keep locks straight and add a short feathered bang.

28. Inverted Curly Bob. Be the envy of the office with an adorable coif like this!

29. Streamlined Asymmetrical Lob. Pin-straight will always be popular – rock it with a high-low crop and a mid-part.

30. Golden Peach Concave Bob. If you have thick locks, in summer you need to wear it all the time up, but a stacked bob will have you looking your best with your hair down even in the heat of July!

31. Curled Bedhead Bixie. Experiment with a longer pixie and work some curl in for personality.

32. Shaggy Lob with Baby Bangs. Bangs are always a classic finish for midi coifs, especially when point-cut to emphasize the texture.

33. Mid-Length Asymmetrical Comb-Over. Tired of the same old middle part? Part it a little further than halfway to break up the symmetry.

34. Imperfect Curled Bob. A subtle curl in blonde highlighted locks keeps you looking fresh.

35. Honey Blonde Curly Bixie. Treat yourself to a crop and color this trendy, and friends will be asking you for style tips!

36. Pale Pixie with Shaved Nape. Who says pale blonde is only for young people? Rock it with an edgy undercut pixie!

37. Toasted Bronde Bob. When transitioning from warmer weather to cold seasons, go for a beautiful toasted shoulder-length style.

38. Razored Wavy Bob. The inverted shape is both cute and professional! Work in a little curl on the side for a spark of sassy.

39. Youthful All-Over Curl. You can never go wrong with classic blonde all-over curls. They’re playful enough yet work-appropriate.

40. Keep Your Length. Not ready to let go of your long locks? You can still try something new with a blonde balayage and a zig-zag side part.

41. Modern Geometric Bixie. A sleek and smooth coif like this would work best on fine, thin locks.

42. Honey Blonde Piece-y Bob. Prove blondes do have more fun with a rich color, luxe curls, and a flattering fringe.

43. Short Pixie with Long Pieces. Get a little spiky at the crown of your head when you sport a trendy bold pixie.

44. Accurate Stacked Blonde Bob. Another stunning stacked bob. Different shades of blonde will play with light perfectly.

45. Put-Together Brunette Bob. Are your locks on the thin side? Work with what you have and shape them into a chic little bob.

46. Layered Midi with Swoopy Bangs. Shoulder-length strands look even better when layered and given choppy ends. And these lowlights… they are simply gorgeous!

47. Enhanced Rounded Stack. Have fun with your locks! This stacked bob rocks a deep purple to punch things up.

48. Metallic Jaggy Bixie. Here’s a color that is subtle yet noticeable. The cute pixie looks much better with shiny highlights!

49. Slim Bob with Side Bangs. Reshape boring locks into a fashionable and flirty short do.

50. Ultra-Short Pixie with Baby Bangs. Already have short locks and not sure what to do? Go even shorter for an edgier pixie look!

Surely now you have a better idea of current coifs for any length and texture. With the right attitude, your hairdo will be the envy of your friends or the inspiration for strangers who also want to try something new.