There is always, always room around these parts toembrace your grays.
And there’s something especially magical aboutshortgray hair.
We love a close-cropped cut that draws attention to the face.
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These days, gray dye jobs likeherringbone highlightsandgray ombrehave been trending more among a variety of age groups.
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“The cool tone of the color complements her skin tone very well,” says Tang.
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It pairs beautifully with bold makeup and/or outfits (like a pink power suit) without competing for attention.
One thing to note about this color: it ain’t for everybody.
Instead, “it works best with someone with mostly white-gray hair already.”
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The metallic shade is high on shine and adds a modern feel to an old-school style.
Choi says, “The bright silver shine really pops against her skin tone.”
Silver-Purple Power
SingerAnne-Marielooks straight-up cool with her blunt bob cut just above her shoulders.
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Her tip on maintaining the color at home: wash your hair with apurple shampoo.
Ice Gray Pixie
Jamie Lee Curtis’s ice gray pixie is as iconic as her roles on screen.
“The gamine style complements her face shape and silhouette,” says Sanchez.
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This look can be paired with both warm tone and cool tone makeup for maximum versatility."
The snow-white hair color is, as Valdes says, “A perfect balance of brightness and coolness.”
“It benefits from being so short since getting hair color this light is prone to breakage.”
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This is a perfect length of hair to try something bold with color."
Sleek Shiny Slate
Looking to make a statement with your gray?
It’s lent a little texture here to give it an effortless, “just-ran-some-water-through-my-hair” vibe.
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The length gives that versatility for a variety of hairstyles.
Blue-Gray Whimsical Bob
ActressLucy Boynton’s 2019 Met Gala whimsical hairstyle is still one we’re dreaming about.
“This is a playful approach to being part of the gray family.”
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On one side of her face, you’ll find a sculpted Old Hollywood moment.
The other side is a modern-looking buzz cut.
The balance between the styles gives off a refreshing take on both looks and we’re here for it.
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Gray and Black Bowl Cut
Hair chameleonKeke Palmerpulls off yet another daring look.
She’s sported many styles and colors over the years yet this bowl cut’s worth noting again.
Four years later and the look is still the moment.
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The mix of dimensions creates a “smooth blend with a wearable feel,” Choi says.
“The solid gray color works with their natural root for a fun color feel,” says Choi.
Boldly Spiked
Go ultra-short and edgy with this can’t-miss hairstyle seen on a Paris Fashion Week attendee in 2022.
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The look blends in silver hair at the front withlight blonde strandsand darker roots towards the back.
The multicolor tones throughout her hair make it more eye-catching and unique.
To hydrate curls without weighing them down, try a lightweightleave-in conditioner.
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Here, it’s all about layers that emphasize her silver highlights.
Sanchez notes, “Her blue eyes and fair skin are a natural complement to this hair color.”
Not sure of your own bone structure?
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Check outAllure’s handy guide onhow to find your face shape.
Minimalists can rejoice that it wouldn’t take long to get ready with hair as short as this.
The result is a bold look that’s still unforgettable almost a decade later.
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French Gray Bob
Short, sharp, and chic.
Here, the arrangement of gray with lowlights and natural strands appears silvery and metallic.
The angled bob gives it an edgy take, too.
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Pale Layered Bob
Helen Mirren’s gray hair is absolute goals.
The slightly wavy layers add a playful quality to what would otherwise be a standard bob.
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Gray Roots and Curls
Yes toTia Mowry’s selfie with a side of gray goodness.
DeBolt says, “These gray strands act like a highlight and help to create depth and contrast.”
He adds, “She has a low percentage of gray, say 25 percent.
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This is a great example of what is called ‘salt and pepper.’
Her natural color is darker so it creates strong contrast with the gray.”
Gray and White Waves
Wavy hair will always be in style.
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To achieve the look use acurling ironand finish with a spritz ofhair sprayto set the look in place.
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