Who says pixie haircuts for women over 50 have to look like helmets? They may look current and add tons of confidence, but they might not actually be your favorite. All you need to do is find your perfect short crop and keep it stylish with a suitable product.
Thus, discover exciting pixie trends from our pick that work for older women, and choose the cut that will flatter you best! Don't forget to save the ideas you love the most.
1. Tapered Pixie on Natural Curls
Just look how the correct haircut and styling have uplifted her personality. With this gray blended hairstyle, you can also embrace your natural curls and flaunt them like you own them!
2. Stacked Bixie
A stacked pixie bob, otherwise known as a bixie, is a sleek hairstyle that offers versatility and ease regardless of age.
3. Barbie Blonde Piecey Hair
As kids, we are fascinated by the blonde hair color of our favorite Barbie, and as you grow up, your fascination can take a nice turn. With a little bit of color correction and a colorist's magical hands, you can turn your childhood fantasy into a reality.
Whether you are a woman over 50 with short, thin hair or a woman with thick, coarse hair, you can tailor this hairstyle and color as per your requirements.
4. Spikey Blonde Locks
Be it actress Jamie Lee Curtis or popstar Miley Cirus, we have seen completely different kinds of women with pixie haircuts. So, if you are hesitant and looking for some more inspiration, check out their images on Google for further reference.
5. Silver Buzz Cut
A very short pixie haircut like the one shown in the image is also known as a buzz haircut. This hairstyle is popular among all genders and age groups and is one of the sought after low maintenance hairstyles for women over 50.
As you come out of the shower, all you have to do is dry your hair, and you are good to go.
6. Honey Blonde Pixie
Blonde pixie cuts like this one is adorable and loved by many. It is super cute and universally flattering.
7. Carefree Wash and Wear Gray Pixie
Not just for senior women, these kinds of wash and wear haircuts are a massive hit amongst almost every age group. It's a totally different story that you want to make your hair and get party ready once in a while, but when it comes to regular workdays, these easy hairstyles work like magic.
8. Shaged Pxie
Indeed shag and pixie haircuts are unique, and people have been loving these do's for several decades. However, when these two amazing styles are blended together like this one, it creates a miracle hairstyle which we call shagged pixie haircut.
9. White Pixie
Not just for women in their 50s, this pixie hairstyle works well for women over 60 as well. It is the best option for people who love their white locks and want to carry a chic hair look.
10. Short and Sassy
This short pixie undercut hair is among the best short hairstyles that don't require much styling, so you can look your best with minimal effort.
11. Iconic Pixie
Over the years, hairstylists and barbers have created a plethora of gray haircuts for women over 50; it's up to you which one you prefer to select.
The feathery, messy style with highlights of this style might be the next makeover you have been craving for years. So, as 2025 is right around the corner, it's the right time to wear this look with grace.
12. Two-Toned Choppy Pixie for Older Women
The wispy side-swept bangs of this edgy pixie frames the forehead perfectly. Meanwhile the extra-long, chocolate sideburns call attention to the cheekbones and ears which also calls for some dazzling earrings!.
Not to forget the darker undercut style because it gives this hair an unexpectedly groovy twist.
13. Razored Pixie with Balayage and Root Shadow
If you need the newest and easiest short hairstyle ideas for thick hair, you’ll appreciate this shag with feathery layers. All you have to do is blow dry with a round brush or tousle and air dry and voila! the result will surprise you!
14. Rounded Pixie with Highlights
If you are an elderly woman, wear your hair in a long pixie with bangs that are feathered and sweep across the forehead like you can see in the picture for a complete makeover. You can also customize this look and ask your barber to position the long side pieces so the ears are covered.
However, you have to also ask them to leave them angled so they can frame your cheekbones. As far as the highlights are concerned, try honey-blonde highlights to create a healthy shimmer that brings out your youthful radiance.
15. Sophisticated Haircut with Blonde Highlights
If you are in your 50's seeking for a youthful and easy to style hair, a tousled top and a tapered back like shown in the picture are the mainstays of a nice haircut. Plus, the addition of silver and gray highlights further frames your face and helps to make a fashion statement.
16. Rounded and Feathered Pixie with Babylights
Feathered long layers are popular in short haircuts with highlights for elderly women because they are easy to style and look natural. Babylights, here not only add shine but also help to disguise the unwanted grays on the dishwater blonde base.
17. Asymmetrical Hair with Messy Volume on Top
One of the best ways to add height to your hairdo is to tousle around the crown. To achieve the super-messy look, ruffle it up with your fingers, tease it, and consider using a root lift product for more height.
18. Short Layered Haircut
Indeed, this hairdo features short, choppy layered cut with random chunky pieces has a sporty feel to it, but surprisingly, it’s not tomboyish at all. As you can see, the ash blonde balayage subtly covers you grays but it looks so natural that no one will ever guess it’s not your real color.
19. Silver Gray Pixie for Ladies over 50
Show off your silvery gray locks by feathering them in a wedge shape towards the back. This sassy and feminine hairstyle can be styled in a multitude of ways.
You can just change the part, comb it straight down and forward, or slick it back; there’s no shortage of options for everyday wear.
20. Short Razor Cut with Angled Sideburns
Highlight the crown section with a bold blonde color as shown in the photo and keep the base color a conservative ash-brown tone for a sophisticated look. However, the focal point of this look is that it goes well with glasses because the temples call attention to the long, triangular sideburns.