Hair gets thicker, and somehow life gets louder.
Short styles? They’re not just easy—they’re a smart move.
If you’re over 50 with thick hair, you already know the volume game.
The right cut can take your hair from “how do I tame this?” to “why didn’t I do this sooner?”
2025 brings some seriously great options that celebrate texture, shape, and natural color.
Time to find the haircut that speaks your style.
1. Feathered Pixie with Soft Brown Tones
This layered pixie uses feathered texture to reduce bulk and add lift. A soft brown shade complements mature skin tones and adds warmth.
2. Tapered Crop in Deep Chestnut
This chic crop tapers at the nape for a sculpted silhouette. Deep chestnut gives it depth and dimension.
3. Stacked Bob with Natural Black Shine
Voluminous and structured, this stacked bob frames the face while showing off the shine of natural black hair.
4. Silver Tousled Shag
Let natural silver shine with this shaggy cut full of texture. Great for enhancing natural wave and volume.
5. Ash Brown Textured Crop
Short and edgy, this textured crop in ash brown offers a low-maintenance yet stylish option for thick hair.
6. Classic Bob with Warm Auburn Glow
A clean-lined bob that hits at the jaw, paired with a warm auburn hue for a youthful glow.
7. Short Layered Cut in Golden Blonde
Soft layers lighten the load of thick hair, while golden blonde brings brightness around the face.
8. Choppy Pixie with Sandy Highlights
Choppy ends and sandy blonde highlights make this pixie playful and modern.
9. Curly Tapered Cut in Dark Brown
Embrace natural curls with a tapered shape that controls volume. Dark brown keeps the look rich and polished.
10. Ear-Length Crop with Natural Gray
This ultra-short crop makes a statement with natural gray, enhanced with shine serum for a luminous effect.
11. Jaw-Length Shag in Soft Caramel
A mix of layers and bangs creates movement in this shag, while caramel tones warm the complexion.
12. Blunt Bob in Cool Espresso
Thick hair gets tamed with a blunt jawline bob in cool espresso. Sleek and dramatic.
13. Disconnected Pixie in Salt and Pepper
A modern cut with disconnected layers that works beautifully with salt and pepper tones.
14. Sculpted Crop in Natural Blonde
This minimalist cut follows the shape of the head, making it perfect for thick hair in natural blonde.
15. Layered Razor Cut in Rich Mocha
Razor-cut ends keep this style fresh and light. Mocha tones bring richness and depth.
16. Soft Wedge Cut in Light Brown
A gentle wedge shape lifts the back while light brown keeps the tone soft and flattering.
17. Piecey Bob in Neutral Dark Blonde
Subtle layers and piecey texture give this bob volume control and movement. Perfect in dark blonde.
18. Short Shag with Icy Silver Tones
A short shag with defined layers lets natural icy silver shine in a fun and edgy way.
19. Micro Bob in Deep Mahogany
This cut hugs the jawline and looks stunning with a rich mahogany shade.
20. Textured Crop with Medium Ash Brown
All about soft volume, this textured crop works wonders with medium ash brown tones.
21. Layered French Bob in Soft Copper
A timeless French bob, enhanced with subtle layering and a soft copper hue.
22. Short Angled Cut in Deep Brown
A dramatic angle from back to front gives structure, while deep brown adds depth.
23. Wispy Pixie in Natural White
Light and breezy, this wispy pixie lets natural white hair shine in style.
24. Messy Crop with Beige Blonde Blend
A tousled look with blended beige blonde makes thick hair look airy and effortless.
25. Short Curly Bob in Medium Brown
Embrace the bounce with this rounded curly bob, ideal in a natural medium brown.
26. Blended Layers in Ashy Dark Blonde
Layers blend into each other for soft movement, while ashy dark blonde adds a sophisticated touch.