19 Silver Hair Color Ideas That Highlight the Beauty of Going Gray

"Going gray" used to be a dreaded phrase. But now silver hair is getting the shine it deserves and being embraced by all ages, often long before hair naturally loses its pigment. Like any other hair color, there are many shades of silver to experiment with, from slate to titanium. Whether you want a whole head of silver, highlights, or a streak, the options are plentiful.

Ahead, we've rounded up the best silver hair color ideas so you can pick the right shade and style for you. Scroll through 19 examples below.

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Silver Waves

Actress Andie MacDowell stopped coloring her hair during the pandemic, embracing the beauty of her silver hair. She styled her glossy gray hair in loose waves, giving her style an effortless yet sophisticated flair.

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Futuristic Pin Curls

Ciara sported this style at the 2016 Met Gala, and it was fitting for the theme, "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology." Her shiny pin curls resembled chrome, and the placement of silver bobby pins was fun and functional, adding a futuristic touch.

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Icy Silver Bob

There's no better way to elevate a bob than to sport one in a bold color. This icy silver bob is sleek and polished, featuring tons of shine.

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Silver and Sleek

For this red carpet, model Winnie Harlow wore a cascading, straight hairstyle. Her choice to keep her styling simple allowed the silver hair color to truly shine.

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Silver Twists

When it comes to protective styles, incorporating color can take your look to another level. Just take these silver twists as proof.

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Silver Curls

Television producer and screenwriter Mara Brock Akil is another Hollywood notable known for her gray hair. Her curls look stunning, with patches of silver scattered throughout.

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Bouncy Blowout

A bouncy blowout will never go out of style, but you can make the style feel extra special by experimenting with color. We think these voluminous curls are even more striking in silver.

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Retro Bouffant

There's so much to love about Cardi B's 2023 Met Gala hairstyle. We're still obsessed with the shade of silver she chose, the retro bouffant style, and her chunky headband.

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Sculpted Updo

Nicole Richie isn't afraid to be creative with her hairstyles and really leaned into experimentation with this look. Her frosty, nearly white updo is absolutely a work of art.

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Silver Gradient Curls

Ombré on gray hair is unexpected and fresh. It features the darkest shade at the top, then fades into silver and icy blonde.

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Silver Balayage

Don’t settle for a single shade of gray. From dark gray to silver and everything in between, this head of hair flaunts a rainbow of grays. That’s the beauty of balayage.

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Silver Pixie Cut

Silver or platinum blonde? Sometimes, it’s hard to pinpoint, but that’s precisely what makes this hue stand out. The frosty color pairs perfectly with the choppy pixie cut, making the look feel edgier.

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Silver Wolf Cut

To keep your silver hair feeling fresh, pair it with a sharp wolf cut. This piece-y, shaggy haircut instantly adds texture and structure to any length or hair type.

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Effortless Silver Waves

A head full of long silver hair is undeniably striking. The mix of silver, gray, and white tones gives the effortless waves an ethereal effect.

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Chic Topknot

When you want to keep your hair out of your face, slick it all up in a topknot. An updo is always an elegant choice; silver hair only emphasizes that.

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Undone Braided Bob

Amandla Stenberg's undone braided bob is incredibly cool. Cut your braids to shoulder length and leave them mostly undone to achieve layers and volume, similar to Stenberg's style.

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Beautiful Buzz Cut

Buzz cuts are already bold and beautiful. However, you can easily amp up their "wow factor" with an eye-catching dye, like silver.

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Voluminous Curls

As this example proves, silver hair can be full of depth. The multidimensional tones create a beautiful highlight effect throughout the voluminous curls.

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Peek-a-Boo Color

One way to modernize your silver hairstyle is to play around with the placement of color. The multi-colored look—which features black and silver—creates a cool peek-a-boo effect when your hair is worn down.

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Article written by Celia Shatzman for Byrdie