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33 Flawless Layered Bob Hairstyles That Women Over 50 Are Getting In 2025

If you’re looking to shake up your hairstyle, there’s something timeless about a layered bob. Whether you’re in the mood for something soft and subtle or a little bolder, a layered bob is versatile enough to give you exactly what you need (and a little more fun than a plain bob). Plus, they’re incredibly flattering on women over 50, offering movement, texture, and a stylish finish that’s easy to love.

1. Textured Layered Bob

Textured Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

You’ll love how the layers work together in this layered bob to create a soft, tousled look that feels so fun. The layers add the perfect amount of texture to make it feel lightweight but still full of life. If you’re looking for a little extra volume at the crown, ask your stylist to focus on layering to lighten up the top.

2. Textured Layered Bob For Thick Hair

Textured Layered Bob For Thick Hair on a woman in her 50s with blonde hair, side view.

Got thick hair that just does its own thing? This bob with textured layers is precisely what you need to bring a little structure to your look without losing that volume you love. The layers take out the heaviness while still giving your hair that nice, full-bodied effect.

3. Voluminous Layered Bob

Voluminous Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

This bob is about giving your hair that extra lift with strategically placed layers. The layers near the top are shorter, lifting your hair and adding some serious height at the crown. You’ll feel like you’ve got double the volume.

4. Softly Layered Bob with Piecey Bangs

Softly Layered Bob with Piecey Bangs Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with gray hair.

This softly layered bob with feathery, piecey bangs uses layers to add movement while keeping the shape soft and relaxed. Those piecey bangs? They add a feminine touch without overwhelming your face.

5. Curled Layered Bob

Curled Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with golden copper hair.

If your hair has a natural curl or wave, this bob will bring out the best of it. The layers here are designed to showcase your texture in the best way possible by adding volume without making things too wild. Each curl gets its moment to shine!

6. Side-Swept Layered Bob

Side-Swept Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

A side-swept bob has such a timeless look, but adding some layers to the mix instantly makes it feel fresh and modern. The beauty of this style is how the side-sweep creates a gorgeous feathered swoop. The layers add a touch of movement that keeps everything light.

7. Feathered Layered Bob

Feathered Layered Bob Hairstyle on a woman in her 50s with bright blonde hair, side view with dark background.

The feathered bob comes with airy, light layers that make your hair feel like it’s floating on a cloud. The feathered effect is what really sets this look apart. It adds softness and makes the bob feel more relaxed and easygoing. You’ll want to style it with a volumizing mousse to keep things lifted but still super soft.

8. Long Bob with Chunky Layers

Long Bob with Chunky Layers Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with reddish brown hair.

Who says you can’t be bold and sleek at the same time? This long bob with chunky layers proves you absolutely can. The layers are more defined here, giving your hair a structured, edgy look. Keep a texturizing spray handy to give those layers some extra definition, especially if you’re going for a messy-chic look.

9. Side-Swept Layered Blunt Bob

Side-Swept Layered Blunt Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with blonde hair.

This blunt bob with side-swept layers takes a classic cut and finishes it with blunt ends to keep things clean and sharp. The layers soften the style, especially with that dramatic side sweep. Styling cream will help you keep that sleek, smooth look, especially around the blunt ends.

10. Layered Feathered Bob

Layered Feathered Bob Hairstyle on a woman with brown hair, back view.

This feathered bob has all the right layering if you’re looking for something lightweight but full of volume. You’ll notice how each layer seems to just fall perfectly into place, creating a really natural, effortless feel. This style is great for women with fine hair who want to add some lift without weighing it down.

11. Honey Blonde Layered Bob

Honey Blonde Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with honey blonde hair.

Ready to brighten up your look? This honey blonde bob brings all the warmth and glow you could ask for! The layers are soft and blended, giving your hair that perfect bounce while keeping it smooth and sleek.

12. Textured Curly Bob with Layers

Textured Curly Bob with Layers Hairstyle on a smiling black woman in her 50s with dark brown hair.

This textured curly bob is the perfect way to show off your curls. The layers in this cut are meant to keep your curls smooth and bouncy. Make sure to use a curl cream to keep those curls looking shiny and soft.

13. Layered Long Bob

Layered Long Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair and streaky blonde layers.

The layered long bob gives you enough length to play around with, but with the added texture that keeps it from feeling too heavy. The layers help your hair flow, giving you that easy, breezy feel. Softer tones around the face add brightness, while the deeper lowlights underneath create contrast, giving your hair that multi-dimensional, salon-fresh look.

14. Razor-Cut Long Layered Bob

Razor-Cut Long Layered Bob Hairstyle on a woman in her 50s with brown hair, side view.

The razor-cut bob with long layers adds sharpness and definition to your look. The razor technique creates feathered, jagged ends. The layers are bold and choppy, giving your hair tons of texture and movement.

15. Feathered Blonde Layered Bob

Feathered Blonde Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with sandy blonde hair.

Float through your day with this feathered blonde bob. The layers are super soft and airy, giving your hair that light, fluffy feel. The feathering on the ends keeps things delicate and natural, so your hair looks full but never weighed down.

16. Layered Blunt Bob

Layered Blunt Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with light silver hair, side view.

A layered blunt bob gives you the sharpness of a classic blunt cut but with a little extra life, thanks to the layers. The blunt ends create a strong, clean line. If you want to ensure the layers don’t disrupt the blunt line too much, ask your stylist for subtle layers that start higher up and blend seamlessly.

17. Tapered Layered Bob

Tapered Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair, side view.

This tapered bob has a shorter back that gives it a strong shape. The longer layers in the front add softness and movement. You’ll love how the tapering adds depth to your hair. When styling, use a round brush while blow-drying to add volume at the crown, keeping the layers light and lifted.

18. Bob with Face-Framing Layers

Bob with Face-Framing Layers Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with frosted blonde-brown hair.

Here’s an instant refresh for your look! Adding subtle layers around your face adds softness and keeps the style feeling fresh and light. While the rest of the bob stays structured, those face-framing layers give the style more movement. So flattering!

19. Layered Wavy Bob with Highlights

Layered Wavy Bob with Highlights Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair, side view.

Waves are brought to life with the help of highlights, giving your hair that extra hit of contrast. The layers add softness and keep the waves from looking too heavy or fluffy. Ask your stylist for soft, blended layers that work with your natural waves, and choose subtle highlights to accentuate the movement in your hair.

20. Full Layered Bob with Center Part

Full Layered Bob with Center Part Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s  with black hair wearing a scarf.

A center part keeps this short layered style neat and symmetrical. The layers add volume and keep it feeling full and lush. The layers are carefully placed to create a thick, voluminous look, but the structure of the center part keeps everything sleek and smooth.

21. Tapered Silver Layered Bob with Bangs

Tapered Silver Layered Bob with Bangs Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with short silver gray hair.

This tapered silver bob is where sharp meets soft. The tapered back gradually blends into longer layers in the front. The longer layers up front add a textured, lifted finish in an elegant silver shade.

22. Long Copper Layered Bob with Face-Framing Layers

Long Copper Layered Bob with Face-Framing Layers Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with copper-brown hair, side view.

This long bob shines bright with its rich shade and defined layers. The face-framing layers subtly shape the cut, bringing focus to your features. To maintain that radiant copper shade, consider investing in a good color-protecting shampoo and conditioner.

23. Textured Chin-Length Layered Bob with Side Bangs

Textured Chin-Length Layered Bob with Side Bangs Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair, side view.

Texture is the name of the game with this slightly longer than chin-length bob. The side-swept bangs gently blend into the textured layers. It’s a layered bob that feels light and easy.

24. Inverted Layered Bob

Inverted Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

The inverted bob is all about drama and angles. Shorter at the back and longer in the front, this style creates a shape that instantly grabs your attention. The layers add volume and movement, so even with the shorter length, your hair feels full and voluminous.

25. Textured Salt and Pepper Layers

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

Salt and pepper tones come alive with textured layers that add softness, making this style a fresh take on classic gray hair. The layers give dimension to the color blend, creating a soft, voluminous shape. For added volume, apply a lightweight mousse before blow-drying to provide the layers with some definition and lift.

26. High Volume Chin-Length Layered Bob

High Volume Chin-Length Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair, side view.

Big on volume, this chin-length bob packs a punch. The shorter length works to your advantage, keeping things bouncy. For styling, use a volumizing spray and blow dry with a round brush to lift the roots and give the layers that extra definition.

27. Textured Silver Blended Bob with Side-Swept Layers

Textured Silver Blended Bob with Side-Swept Layers Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair blended with gray.

This layered bob combines soft texture with side-swept layers for a refined look. The silver tones are beautifully blended, giving the hairstyle a soft glow. Showing off your silver never looked so sleek.

28. Layered Bob with Caramel Balayage

Layered Bob with Caramel Balayage Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair and caramel highlights.

If you’re looking to add some warmth to your hair, this style could be just the thing. The bob features soft layers, giving your hair a structured but soft look. The caramel balayage weaves in subtle dimension without being over the top, making it a natural but stunning update.

29. Layered Angled Bob

Layered Angled Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with cool-toned silver hair, side view.

This bob creates d-r-a-m-a with its longer, sleek front sections and stacked layers at the back for that bold, defined shape. The best part? You get volume and a clean shape, even on days when you skip the blow-dry.

30. Piecey Bob with Layers

Piecey Bob with Layers Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair.

If you’re after texture, this layered layered bob delivers. It’s especially flattering for thicker hair, where the layers can break up the density and give your hair a lighter feel. For that perfectly messy look, all you need is a texturizing spray to define the layers.

31. Rounded Bob with Bangs and Subtle Layers

Rounded Bob with Bangs and Subtle Layers Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with dark brown hair.

This rounded bob offers soft structure with its rounded shape. The subtle layers keep the shape smooth and sophisticated. The layers are gently feathered in, giving it a bit more shape without being too obvious.

32. Wavy Layered Bob

Wavy Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with brown hair and highlights.

This wavy bob with layers gives you a relaxed feel without sacrificing style. The layers are cut to encourage natural waves, making this perfect for anyone with wavy or curly hair. To amp up the texture, use a styling spray and let your natural waves do the rest.

33. Cropped Layered Bob

Cropped Layered Bob Hairstyle on a smiling woman in her 50s with gray hair.

Short, sleek, and packed with personality, this cropped bob has layers to add texture and volume. The layers help to keep it from looking too blunt, adding a bit of softness to the look. The result is a style that feels light, airy, and wispy.

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