34 Vibrant Fall Hair Colors For Women Over 50 To Try This Year

Fall is the perfect time to refresh your look with a hair color that feels warm, cozy, and a little daring. There’s something about the crisp air and changing leaves that makes a fresh shade irresistible. Whether you’re feeling bold or want something soft and subtle, this season is all about embracing vibrant, flattering shades. From rich caramel tones to frosty silvers, there’s a shade that’s perfect for your fifties and beyond.

1. Golden Beige Pixie With Sunlit Highlights

Golden Beige Pixie With Sunlit Highlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This pixie haircut features soft golden-beige tones that shimmer with subtle sunlit highlights. The short, tousled layers create plenty of texture, making your hair look lively without much effort. To maintain the shine and keep the highlights vibrant, ask your stylist for a gloss treatment and use a lightweight styling cream for texture.

2. Buttery Cinnamon Waves

Buttery Cinnamon Waves Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

For a fall-inspired look, these buttery cinnamon waves are rich and inviting. The warm, reddish-brown shade evokes the cozy colors of autumn. The waves add a soft, touchable texture.

3. Warm Spiced Deep Golden Caramel Waves

Warm Spiced Caramel Waves Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This deep caramel shade, infused with warm, spicy undertones, adds a luscious fall flavor to your hair. The waves are soft and full of movement, boosting the caramel’s multi-tonal richness. Ask your stylist to keep the layers subtle for a seamless flow.

4. Brown Pixie with Soft Highlights

Brown Pixie with Soft Highlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Short, textured layers give this pixie a modern feel, while the highlights add depth and interest. This hairstyle is great for keeping things light while maintaining a rich, dark shade. A texturizing spray or cream will help keep the layers defined.

5. Butterscotch Blonde with Face-Framing Layers

Butterscotch Blonde with Face-Framing Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

Butterscotch blonde is a sweet, warm shade that lets you hold onto the last golden days of summer. The face-framing layers add softness and movement to the look. This combination adds brightness and dimension to the style, especially with the subtle play of lighter and darker shades.

6. Warm Golden Brown Bob with Soft Caramel Highlights

Warm Golden Brown Bob with Soft Caramel Highlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This warm caramel brown bob haircut has a rich caramel brown shade complemented by soft highlights. The highlights add a hint of brightness without being too bold. To style, a round brush and blow dryer will add smoothness, and a shine serum will keep the glossiness alive.

7. Creamy Vanilla Blonde Bob with Soft Bangs

Creamy Vanilla Blonde Bob with Soft Bangs Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

Creamy vanilla offers a bright, cheerful blonde hair color for fall, and when paired with soft bangs, it creates a stunning, youthful look. The chin-length bob has a lot of movement thanks to its subtle layers. To keep the bangs smooth, ask your stylist to keep them slightly wispy. Blow-dry with a round brush to add some curve to the bangs.

8. Warm Chestnut Soft Layers

Warm Chestnut Soft Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Warm chestnut tones bring richness and warmth to this layered look. The soft layers create a gentle, flowing texture, adding movement to your hair. Chestnut shades are perfect for fall, capturing the essence of the season with their deep, earthy hues. Subtle face-framing highlights complete the look.

9. Rich Dark Chocolate Brown Pixie

Rich Chocolate Brown Pixie Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with dark brown hair.

This rich chocolate brown pixie is a dark, glossy shade that feels like pure luxury. The depth of the chocolate brown creates a sleek, shiny effect, perfect for cooler weather. To maintain the shine, ask your stylist for a gloss treatment.

10. Golden Mocha Soft Shoulder-Length Waves

Golden Mocha Soft Shoulder-Length Waves Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Golden mocha waves bring together the warmth of mocha brown with subtle golden highlights, creating a soft, multi-dimensional look. This color combination feels perfect for fall, adding warmth while still feeling light and vibrant. A large barrel curling iron will give you the loose wave effect, and a texturizing spray will add some extra bounce.

11. Chocolate Brown Bob with Subtle Warm Tones

Chocolate Brown Bob with Subtle Warm Tones Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This rich, chocolate brown bob has a sleek, chin-length style that feels sophisticated yet approachable. The warm tones add a natural glow, making the hair color pop in softer lighting. Women who choose this brunette hair color will notice how the warm hues subtly brighten their complexion.

12. Sandy Blonde Soft Bob with Side-Swept Bangs

Sandy Blonde Soft Bob with Side-Swept Bangs Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

A sandy blonde shade paired with a soft bob is filled with movement, thanks to the layers and side-swept bangs. The delicate blonde shade provides a sun-lightened look. This shade is ideal for women who want a warm yet subtle blonde that’s flattering in natural light. The gentle layers throughout the bob add volume without sacrificing the soft texture.

13. Ginger Spice Layered Long Bob

Ginger Spice Layered Long Bob Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with copper hair.

With its fiery, ginger tone, this layered long bob is a bold yet timeless choice. The shade’s vibrant warmth is balanced with subtle layers, giving the hair plenty of body. The ginger shade is perfect for fall, as it complements the seasonal palette and adds a playful spark to your style.

14. Maple Chocolate Lob with Soft Layers

Maple Chocolate Lob with Soft Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Maple chocolate brown is a luscious, rich shade that pairs beautifully with the softly layered lob (also known as a long bob). The shade has a comforting warmth, perfect for fall. The mix of deep chocolate with a touch of maple undertone makes the hair feel rich and healthy, reflecting light naturally. The slightly longer length is great for adding waves or wearing sleek.

15. Mocha Brown with Caramel Streaks

Mocha Brown with Caramel Streaks Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Mocha brown hair with caramel streaks is a fabulous way to add brightness and texture to your hair. The base shade is a rich, dark mocha, while the caramel streaks weave in a soft contrast, offering a balanced mix of warm and cool tones. The caramel highlights add dimension and a natural lightness without overpowering the depth of the mocha base.

16. Light Beige Wispy Long Bob with Wispy Bangs

Light Beige Wispy Bob with Bangs Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

A light beige bob with bangs brings a soft, feminine touch to this shoulder-length style. The beige tones offer a neutral yet luminous base. The wispy bangs add a playful and lighthearted feel. The bob’s airy quality makes it easy to style, whether you prefer it sleek or with a bit of texture.

17. Platinum Blonde Pixie with Wispy Layers

Platinum Blonde Pixie with Wheat-Toned Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

This platinum blonde pixie cut creates a striking look with its piecey, wispy layers. The cool platinum shade is softened by the layers that give the style warmth and dimension. The layers offer just enough texture to keep the style from feeling flat, adding a slight tousled effect.

18. Silver Waves with Mushroom Blonde Lowlights

Silver Waves with Mushroom Blonde Lowlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with silvery blonde hair.

Silver hair with darker mushroom blonde lowlights is a beautiful way to show off your natural silver hair while adding depth and warmth to your style. The silver has a creamy blondish sheen that feels luxurious and flattering. The mushroom blonde lowlights create soft shadows throughout the hair.

19. Rich Mocha Pixie with Soft Layers

Rich Mocha Pixie with Soft Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This short dark pixie, accented by soft layers, has a deep, warm mocha base. The layers add a soft texture, giving the pixie some volume and dimension. The color is perfect for fall, as the rich brown feels warm and grounding.

20. Ash Gray Shag with Soft Feathered Bangs

Ash Gray Shag with Soft Feathered Bangs Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with ash brown hair.

Try a shaggy cut this fall paired with soft, feathered bangs. The ash-gray shade is modern and cool-toned. The feathered bangs add softness to the look, ensuring the shag doesn’t feel too heavy. This style thrives on texture, with the shaggy layers offering plenty of movement and personality.

21. Salt and Pepper Layers

Salt and Pepper Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with salt and pepper hair.

This gorgeous mix of a salt and pepper hair color with layered waves gives long hair a soft yet striking finish. The face-framing silver streaks blend with the dark tones seamlessly. The layers add dimension, making this look feel light and airy despite its darker base.

22. Warm Chestnut Brown Layered Bob

Warm Chestnut Brown Layered Bob Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Rich chestnut brown is always a fall favorite, and this layered bob pairs perfectly with the warmth of the season. The brown tones radiate a cozy warmth, perfect for adding a touch of glow without going too bold. This shade flatters a variety of hair textures and reflects light in a way that makes the hair look healthy and full.

23. Platinum Blonde Pixie with Textured Layers

Platinum Blonde Pixie with Textured Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with light blonde hair.

Platinum blonde with textured layers is all about adding bold brightness to a pixie cut. The platinum shade has a clean, striking quality. The textured layers ensure the look has plenty of spunk.

24. Deep Copper Waves with Volume

Deep Copper Waves with Volume Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with copper hair.

Deep copper waves are the epitome of fall beauty. The rich copper color, with its hints of red and gold, adds warmth and richness to any hairstyle. The waves add softness and bounce.

25. Soft Taupe Layers with Ash Blonde Highlights

Soft Taupe Layers with Ash Blonde Highlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

Soft taupe with ash blonde highlights is the perfect balance between warm and cool tones. The taupe base keeps things neutral for fall. The ash blonde highlights add brightness without overpowering the base shade.

26. Warm Light Blonde Waves with Subtle Lowlights

Warm Light Blonde Waves with Subtle Lowlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with long blonde hair.

This light blonde shade, paired with subtle lowlights, offers an easy way to keep your blonde looking natural and sun-kissed for fall. The warm blonde base is bright and inviting. The lowlights add depth and movement, adding a bit of contrast to the otherwise bright blonde.

27. Soft Wavy Layers with Honey Highlights

Soft Wavy Layers with Honey Bronde Highlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with a mix of brown and blonde hair.

This medium-length style combines soft waves with honey highlights and a lovely blend of blonde and brunette tones. The honey hues create warmth and brightness, while the bronde (mix of blonde and brown tones) keeps things grounded and balanced. The layers add texture, making the hair feel full and lifted.

28. Spiced Copper Pixie with Textured Layers

Spiced Copper Pixie with Textured Layers Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with copper hair.

This spiced copper pixie offers a bold splash of color in a playful short cut. The copper shade adds vibrancy to the voluminous layers without feeling too over the top. The deep copper tones have a fiery warmth that’s perfect for fall.

29. Textured Silver Bob with Peppery Undertones

Textured Silver Bob with Peppery Undertones Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with gray hair.

Why not go silver for fall? A textured silver bob, enhanced by peppery undertones, gives hair a sophisticated look. The silver shade feels crisp and cool, while the darker, peppery undertones add subtle depth and body. The bob’s texture is key to keeping this look from feeling too polished.

30. Toasted Almond Wavy Brown Bob

Toasted Almond Wavy Bob Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Toasted almond is a beautifully warm blonde shade that pairs perfectly with soft brown waves in a longer bob cut. The toasted tones add warmth, making this a great fall hair color that flatters a range of skin tones. It blends light and dark tones for a balanced, natural look.

31. Frosted Brown Layered Bob

Tousled Frosted Brown Layered Bob Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This layered bob in frosted brown is perfect for adding fun texture to your hair. The brown tones have a cool yet subtle sheen, making the shade rich without being too bold. The layers add tousled volume and movement. The frosted hues give the brown base a light, refreshing touch.

32. Silver Pixie with Soft Texture

Silver Pixie with Soft Texture Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with short gray hair.

A silver pixie cut paired with soft texture creates a luminous effect, adding brightness to shorter locks. The texture in this cut is what makes it stand out. It’s low-maintenance and makes thinning or fine hair look fuller and more voluminous.

33. Chestnut Brown Waves with Caramel Blonde Balayage

Chestnut Brown Waves with Caramel Balayage Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair and highlights.

This chestnut brown base with caramel balayage and light blonde face-framing pieces gives waves a luxurious and warm feel. The chestnut brown offers a rich, grounding shade, while the balayage highlights brighten the look with just the right amount of warmth. Women looking for a warm, multi-tonal effect will love how the caramel seamlessly blends into the dark brown base, creating natural movement.

34. Soft Mocha Brown Layers with Face-Framing Highlights

Soft Mocha Brown Layers with Face-Framing Highlights Hair Color and Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

Soft mocha brown hair paired with delicate face-framing highlights is a lovely way to add brightness to your hairstyle. The mocha tones provide warmth, while the subtle highlights add a soft glow around the hairline. Ask your stylist for soft, hand-painted highlights, which will add a personalized touch to this look.

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