Whether it’s soft waves, bold layers, or chic lobs, there’s something truly special about shoulder-length hairstyles. They strike that perfect balance – not too short, not too long, but just right for making a statement. If you’re over 50, this length brings versatility and style all in one. Here are some of our favorite shoulder-length hairstyles to inspire your next cut.
1. Softly Layered Shoulder-Length Waves
These softly layered waves give your hair a light-as-air look. To style, wrap sections around a curling wand, leaving the ends free for a more casual look. Finish with a spritz of texturizing spray for a soft, touchable texture.
2. Voluminous Textured Waves
Thismedium-lengthstyle is defined by its voluminous waves that give you all the fullness you’ve ever wanted. Use a curling iron to create big, loose waves, alternating directions for a fun, casual finish. Use a volumizing spray/powder at the roots for a lift that lasts and lasts.
3. Center-Parted Face-Framing Lob
This center-parted lob (long bob) is sleek, stylish, and a total classic. The center part adds symmetry, and the soft layers give your hair gentle movement. Our favorite part? This style makes your hair look healthy and shiny, especially if you’ve got straight or slightly wavy locks. Smooth it out with a flat iron and apply a small amount of anti-frizz serum for a mirror-like shine.
4. Sweeping Shoulder-Length Layers for Fine Hair
Say goodbye to flat, lifeless hair. These sweeping layers are like magic for fine hair, adding texture and volume without making your hair feel weighed down. The cut creates a soft, feathered look that moves with you as you go about your day.
5. Sleek Silver Lob with Tapered Ends
This sleek silver long bob, also known as a lob, is the ultimate blend of modern and chic. The tapered ends create a clean shape, while the smooth texture gives your hair a silky finish. It’s especially flattering for highlighting tunning silver tones, whether natural or dyed. Straight hair works best, but a flat iron can help you achieve a sleek look if your hair is wavy.
6. Textured Curled Shoulder-Length Hair
Bring on the curls! This shoulder-length style celebrates texture, making it perfect for women who love their natural curls or waves. Use a diffuser to dry for defined, frizz-free curls.
7. Sleek Layered Lob
This layered lob is a quintessential cut for your 50s. The layers are subtle but do wonders for adding dimension to fine or medium hair. Straighten it with a flat iron and add a shine spray to make every strand gleam in the light.
8. Loosely Curled Long Bob
Think soft, touchable waves with just a hint of glam. This loosely curled long bob gives you volume AND length. The curls add texture, while the slightly longer length makes it easy to style in different ways. For relaxed, pretty curls, use a curling wand with a large barrel to create soft, romantic curls, then finger-comb them for a looser finish.
9. Straight Long Bob
This straight, shoulder-length bob is sleek, simple, and timeless. The even length keeps the look clean, making it ideal for showcasing healthy, shiny hair. It’s especially great for straight textures, as it is very low-maintenance and requires minimal effort to style.
10. Medium Gray Blended Layers
Gray never looked so good with this shoulder-length cut. This medium-length style features blended layers that give your hair movement and texture without losing its smoothness. It’s a fantastic way to let your natural silver shine through.
11. Bouncy Curly Shoulder-Length Layers
Get ready to let your curls steal the show with this lively, bouncy look. The mid-length layers are designed to lighten the weight of your curls, giving them spring and definition. No more limp or frizzy ends – these curls are springy and lifted!
12. Shoulder-Length Shag
This shoulder-length shag gives rock-and-roll vibes with choppy, feathery layers. You get texture and movement, which helps make your hair look thicker and more voluminous. Use a texturizing product at the roots for lift, and tousle your strands for that messy, textured finish.
13. Loose Shoulder-Length Waves
These waves are like your favorite cozy sweater – easygoing but classic and comfy. Loose, flowing waves fall naturally, giving your hair a soft, smooth look. This cut is perfect for bringing life to straight or wavy hair while keeping styling low-key.
14. Tapered Lob with Bangs
The gentle graduation of this tapered shoulder-length haircut keeps the length playful while giving your hair shape and dimension. If your hair is fine, the tapered edges can make it appear fuller and bouncier. A volumizing mousse or a texturizing spray will help you recreate that airy, lifted effect.
15. Tousled Long Layered Bob
Textured layers add depth to this shoulder-length layered bob, making your hair look lush and full. Perfect for fine to medium hair, it gives your strands that airy, touchable quality. Use a lightweight texturizing spray and shake it out for that tousled look.
16. Shoulder-Length Lob with Flipped Layers
Ready to flip the script on your hair? This lob takes layers and gives them a playful finish by flipping them outward. The result is hair that looks lively, full of motion, and even a little flirty. (This style is perfect for straight or slightly wavy textures.) To style, blow-dry the ends with a round brush, pulling outward to create the flips, then lock it all in with a flexible hold hairspray.
17. Shoulder-Length Angled Long Bob
This angled bob says sharp and chic without being too angular (it actually has a somewhat rounded shape). The subtle slant creates a flattering line that draws attention to your jawline and elongates your neck. Smooth it with a flat iron and use a shine spray to make the clean angles pop.
18. Shoulder-Length Curls
This shoulder-length cut amplifies natural curls with layers that keep them full of life and perfectly defined. The cut prevents heaviness, so your curls stay light and fluffy. Use a curl-enhancing gel or mousse and dry with a diffuser to lock in definition and give you that wet look.
19. Textured Lob with Long Side Bangs
A textured lob like this has a way of making your hair feel lighter without sacrificing its fullness. The layers give your locks a playful bounce. The long side bangs add an intentional softness to this straight hairstyle.
20. Medium Feathered Silver Layers with Bangs
Show off those gorgeous silver strands with this soft, feathered cut. Those feathered ends play a clever little trick by softening your look while making your hair appear fuller. This look is perfect for women who love their silver strands and want a hairstyle with an attitude and a classic finish.
21. Shoulder-Length Wavy Layers with Bangs
Soft waves and playful bangs team up to create a hairstyle that’s full of charm and bounce. The wavy layers give your hair movement that feels alive, while the bangs add just the right amount of flirtiness. (Keep your strands hydrated with a leave-in conditioner to maintain the silky, flowy look.)
22. Straight Brunette Lob with Subtle Highlights
Sleek and sophisticated doesn’t have to mean boring. This straight brunette lob glows with its natural shine – and those subtle highlights in the front add a whisper of brightness. Think of it as a polished but approachable style. This is a style that really benefits from using a flat iron plus a smoothing cream to achieve that ultra-glossy, straight finish.
23. Textured Shoulder-Length Hair with Bangs
This one’s got texture for days… subtle layers add volume and interest to an otherwise simple style. For maximum texture, ask your stylist for razored layers and long, soft bangs that can be styled straight or swept to the side.
24. Soft Shoulder-Length Waves
Soft, touchable waves cascade gently to your shoulders with added lift thanks to the layering. The loose texture gives you volume and dimension, making your hair look thicker and healthier. Use a large-barrel curling iron to create the waves, then tousle for a more relaxed finish.
25. Wispy Layered Lob with Bangs
This mid-length style has light, wispy layers and bangs that create a frame around your face. The feathery layers add movement and volume. If your hair tends to look a little flat, these layers will give it the pep it needs, adding body and texture where it is needed.
26. Lob for Fine Hair
Flat hair? Not with this lob. Designed with fine hair in mind, this cut adds structure and bounce while keeping things light. The barely-there layers create just enough volume to lift your hair and make it look thicker.
27. Face-Framing Long Bob
This long bob has layers that bring dimension to the style, making it ideal for women who want structure without losing that flattering softness. What do you get? Sleek but not stiff. Modern but not trendy.
28. Textured Voluminous Shoulder-Length Layers
This hairstyle is your ticket to full-bodied glam. The layers are cut to add loads of volume and texture, making your hair look bouncy and full. Add a dollop of volumizing mousse before blow-drying with a round brush to get a just-home-from-the-salon bounce.
29. Shoulder-Length Highlighted Waves
These waves are loose and relaxed, giving your hair a sense of movement that never feels stiff. The highlights aren’t just for show – they subtly contour your hair, making the layers pop and giving you that extra bit of brightness. It’s like the highlights and waves are working together to make your hair look vibrant and healthy.
30. High-Volume Textured Shoulder-Length Layers
Perfect for women with fine hair or anyone who wants a little more volume, the layers are designed to lift and separate, creating a full, thick look. To get this high-impact style, spritz your roots with a lifting spray, then blow-dry upside down for maximum volume. Simple but stunning!
31. Medium-Length Blonde Wavy Layers with Bangs
Layers blend beautifully, giving your hair a cohesive flow from top to bottom. The bangs are like a built-in accessory, drawing attention to your eyes and adding that little something extra. Taken as a whole, this style is equal parts playful and classic.
32. Copper Layered Waves with Bangs
Who doesn’t love a fiery twist? These copper waves are rich, warm, and downright dazzling. The shade enhances your skin’s warmth, while the layers give your hair a rounded, cascading flow right to your shoulders.
33. Medium-Length Silver Curls
These medium-length curls create dimension and softness, making your hair feel luxurious without being high-maintenance. The shoulder length is the perfect balance: short enough to feel fresh but long enough to let your curls do their thing. Ask your stylist for long, rounded layers that keep the curls from getting weighed down.
