People generally love dark blonde hair once they get to appreciate it. I remember a few years ago, I worked with a 72-year-old woman who had been dying her hair a solid, medium brown color for decades. It took a lot of convincing from her daughter for her to finally do something different. When I took her to a warm dark blonde color with subtle depth at the roots, this woman started crying. It was a really nice change, but not dramatic, and I was happy to see that she felt it made her feel like herself again. For older skin, the great thing about dark blonde hair is that it adds warmth to the face and doesn’t give that “trying too hard” feel. Rather than working against it, dark blonde hair works with gray hair. It provides that soft, warm tone. Fuller face shapes need the right dark blonde shade to help soften the look and make you look fresh, not washed out.
I have discovered that dark blonde hair is not a singular color. Lighting can change your perception of the hair color. Hair can look dramatically different depending on its separation of color and the underlying tone. Honey, ash, or sandy can alter an appearance significantly. The cut can be equally as important as the color application. I have put together a collection of 25 ways to style dark blonde hair that I think will suit women over 70 with rounder, fuller faces. Some of these looks I will be doing in my chair tomorrow and some are more classic.
#1: Chic Layered Dark Blonde Bob
This is one of those cuts where everything just sits right. The layers are soft enough to move but structured enough to hold a shape and on a fuller face, that framing around the jawline really does its job. What catches my eye the most is the balayage, it’s barely there, just enough to keep the color from reading flat under different lighting. If you have fine to medium hair, this kind of bob gives you that polished look without having to spend twenty minutes with a round brush every morning.
#2 Soft Textured Dark Blonde Curls with Volume
I love it when clients with fine hair who takes a more positive approach c, in this case, leaning into curls instead of fighting against them. This shoulder length haircut has a nice amount of bounce, and the layering will keep the curls from clumping together and losing shape by midday. The only thing you need to diffuse your curls is a light mousse, and it should be applied when your hair is damp. If you consider yourself the type of person who doesn’t like to spend time styling their hair in the mornings, you might consider this length of curls a big commitment, but the movement hair will give you is absolutely worth it.
#3 Textured Dark Blonde Pixie with Soft Waves
A pixie is still keeping a modern vibe, but not trying too hard! The texture in the hair brings the attention to the cheeks, which is great for rounder face shapes. Since this is a shorter cut, you’re looking at salon visits every 5-6 weeks to keep it looking fresh. On the bright side, this is really easy for you day to day!
#4 Textured Dark Blonde Shag with Soft Layers
Shag haircuts are definitely making a comeback, and honestly, they never should’ve gone out of style to begin with. This shag has some nice subtle waves and suggests the cut doesn’t look too “done” which I think is a great goal. The real stars of this style are the face-framing pieces. They also help break up the width of the fuller face really naturally. Plus, on this finer hair, a shag gives the illusion of more hair without the bulk which is such a hard thing to achieve with most hairstyles.
#5 Textured Dark Blonde Waves with Soft Layers
The chin-length cut tends to work best on fuller faces which this one does as the wave helps to keep the hair out from the chin. The subtle balayage adds some brightness in the middle lengths and makes it feel more intentional. This style looks effortless, but it probably requires a quick touch up with a large barrel iron and your fingers most mornings to keep the shape.
#6 Soft Textured Dark Blonde Layers with Gentle Waves
This dark blonde color is good and not too dark or too light. I like the natural warmth which suits older people better. The layers and waves look nice and make round faces appear longer. The color is working the most on this look though. If your hair gets frizzy, a smoothing serum might be good to keep everything looking nice.
#7 Chic Curly Dark Blonde Lob with Soft Layers
My first notice those face-framing highlights, they are so strategically placed to catch light near the eyes and brighten the complexion without looking stripy. The lob length with curls is a combination I come back to a lot with my clients because it gives you enough weight to keep the curls from shrinking up too much while still feeling manageable. The dark blonde base with those lighter pieces through the front has warmth that just feels kind on the face.
#8 Classic Dark Blonde Rounded Bob
This cut is bread and butter, and I mean that in the best way possible. It is a bob that suits most people, and with a fuller face, the rounded shape is even more harmonious and flattering. The waves are a great touch and create some added interest. In the future, if you want, some highlights or lowlights could dress the style up or take it in a whole new direction.
#9 Textured Dark Blonde Soft Pixie with Gentle Volume
Out of all the available pixies, this one has marginally more hair on top than the rest. This may allow for some style variation, if that’s something you like to do often. The extra height at the crown helps to elongate the face. The subtle highlights are nice, varying the blonde from being one uniform color. This kind of cut is great for fine to medium hair as it gives lift without needing a lot of product.
#10 Elegant Dark Blonde Layered Bob with Soft Waves
This bob style is really pretty. Chin-length layers and waves give a nice bouncy effect and work well on fuller face shapes. Though you will have to work a decent amount to get those waves, so if you like wash and go styles this isn’t the best style for you. However, if you enjoy the idea of putting in some time (even if it’s literally just 10 minutes) into the styling, then you will get a lot from this haircut.
#11 Softly Textured Dark Blonde Bob with Gentle Waves
The movement of this bob works great. The sways are easy and natural and they have a quality that more predictable bob cuts lack. And also the color! The dark blonde color is rich and allows the color to have some depth. The waves in the hair display the dimensions that fine hair is always looking to show off. A good anti frizz cream on damp hair before drying will keep things smooth and if frizz is something you deal with, it is a necessity!
#12 Chic Layered Dark Blonde Cut with Subtle Volume
I am most impressed by the gentle bangs. A fringe that is soft and airy like this, around the fuller face can really change the entire facia balance. It reduces the forehead enough to achieve the overall harmony. The shoulder-skimming layers may be basic, but they are done really well, and the dark blonde colour has a lovely warmth that reflects beautifully in the light. This is ideal for finer hair types as the layering is done to enhance movement without taking too much density.
#13 Textured Dark Blonde Voluminous Cut with Soft Layers
Waves like this can be emphasized by the haircut, and in this case, that is exactly what is happening and it is great to see. This hairstyle offers the layers to create the illusion of hair that is thicker and fuller. Although it is a medium length haircut, it shouldn’t require too much upkeep. On wash days, you may want to apply some product to keep the waves defined. This hairstyle is practical and a great, reliable cut that gets the job done.
#14 Charming Textured Dark Blonde Crop with Soft Layers
This style is in the sweet spot: not a bob, not a pixie, and sits just above the shoulders with enough layering to keep it looking full. The gentle wave adds a nice touch and softens the cut, particularly around the jaw. If your hair is fine to medium, this style will give you a nice defined outline to the face that looks put together. It’s the kind of cut you have to keep refreshing regularly, but it behaves well in between appointments.
#15 Elegant Dark Blonde Shoulder-Length Waves
This style is all about letting the hair do the talking. Simple shoulder length waves always look classy and are super easy to do. The colour is done extremely well, it is dark blonde with lots of depth and variation from root to ends which is key in avoiding that one process box colour look. The volume of hair (medium) helps the waves hold their shape without looking heavy. It’s easy to do..if you have the right tools.
#16 Chic Textured Dark Blonde Pixie Cut
The blonde highlights on this pixie give an overall uplift to the entire face. Length above the ears when a face is fuller really opens everything up and directs focus to the eyes and smile. This look is also great for fine hair because the soft feathery look is a lot easier to achieve. Expect to trim every four to five weeks to maintain that clean shape.
#17 Softly Layered Dark Blonde Bob with Subtle Highlights
These highlights are amazing! They add dimension and not make the color look overwhelming. The shoulder-length framing is really nice on rounder face shapes, plus the layers add some nice volume to finer hair. This cut is also pretty low maintenance. It should only take a few minutes to get the layers to sit and that’s about it! If you want something new without too much of a change, this is a really good option.
#18 Chic Fringed Dark Blonde Bob with Soft Layers
This bob with soft fringe looks amazing, and it helps with everything. With a soft fringe, your face framing will look softer and more finished. A few face framing layers is a subtle touch, but it works wonders to soften the shape and help avoid that blunt look. Since this bob is lighter dark blonde, you will probably have to visit the salon more frequently for color maintenance. The good news is, lighter dark blonde hair looks beautiful in the light.
#19 Chic Layered Dark Blonde Cut with Soft Volume
On some of my regular clients, I see this classic layered style that just…works. Shoulder length enough to give you some hair to play with and the layers give that soft volume without fine hair looking straggly. If you were going for a little more body, a volumizing mousse worked through the roots would give you some good height and then blow dry it. This style is perfect for comments and compliments, because it just looks good on you.
#20 Elegant Dark Blonde Textured Lob with Soft Waves
In this lob there is a quiet sophistication. The subtle layers in this cut keep the hair from sitting too heavily on the shoulders, and light waves at the ends of the hair provide just the right amount of movement. This style is versatile for any occasion, from a casual lunch, to something more sophisticated, without the need to alter anything. The dark blonde shade of the hair is warm and rich and beautifully complements the skin tone. This lob is the perfect compromise for anyone considering a change to their hairstyle, but wanting to keep a lot of length.
#21 Charming Textured Dark Blonde Layers with Soft Curls
What stands out to me is the root shadow and the darker color at the base that fades into the dark blonde. It creates a depth to the style that is unachievable with one solid color. I also really love the chin length layered shape and soft curls and where they hit on fuller faces. Curls that length can be a bit more high maintenance, so it’s probably best to avoid this style unless you are prepared to spend some time on it each morning with a curling wand or defuser.
#22 Textured Dark Blonde Pixie with Subtle Layers
The blond highlights were done nicely and the subtle layers give just the right texture to keep it from looking flat. This cut is ideal for people who want to appear more polished without a lot of work. All you need is some finger styling and a bit of texturizing paste! You will have to get regular trims for any pixie cut, but with how simple the rest of your mornings will be, it’s definitely worth it.
#23 Charming Soft Curly Dark Blonde with Textured Layers
The shoulder-length hair with loose curls looks very lively and nice. For finer hair, this curl pattern creates more volume that you almost forget how fine the hair is. The textured layers are well-placed so that the curls don’t clump together into one larger wave. I really appreciate this design, and the style looks youthful without trying too hard.
#24 Chic Blunt Dark Blonde Bob with Soft Bangs
I have always liked blunt bobs with bangs as they have an admirable construction/carpentry artistry to them. The soft bangs help divert your attention from the severity brought on by the clean blunt base of the bob. Overall, this haircut complements rounder, fuller faces. The length of the blunt bob creates a strong horizontal line that visually directs the focus, and the bangs help to balance the proportions of the face. The gentle face-framing layers stop the look from being too boxy. That bottom edge is super important for that crispiness, so be sure to go for trims often!
#25 Chic Textured Dark Blonde Lob with Soft Volume
It has a pretty effortless style. Soft waves give movement to the look without spending time on styling. The layering prevents it from looking flat. The shape is medium to thick hair works because the layers remove just the right amount of weight to let everything swing and move. A lightweight cream will define the ends of waves and keep everything soft during the day.
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