We tend to associate old(er) people with grey hair and while many of them are rocking the wise wizard look, others opt for something a little more… colorful.
Patti Smeed had been a redhead since 1988 but got bored of it and decided she needed changes. Her son, a master colorist cosmetologist, agreed to help.
Now, there are 6 different colors in her hair: blue, dark blue, magenta, purple-slash-green, green and pink, and some of her original bleached blond color.
To celebrate the result, on August 12, Smeed tweeted a few pics of her newly dyed hair saying, “I am 74 years young and had this done to my hair today, I love it! What do you all think and be honest! In my profession, I had to be conservative and never could have had anything like this!” Her tweet instantly went viral, generating nearly 370K likes, and that’s pretty much the best response she could’ve received. It has also inspired other old folks to share pictures of their brave hairstyles, reminding everyone to never to stop experimenting.
Image credits: PattiSmeed
Image credits: PattiSmeed
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Pseudo Puppy 5 years ago
sorry… what….??? 52? She looks amazing!
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The editors of The Right Hairstyles blog said that women over 50 should keep in mind a few things when choosing the right hairstyle. According to them, the general go-to should be looking stately and elegant. “It’s recommended to comb your locks back, opening your face,” the beauty bloggers recommended. “Excessively shaggy hairstyles may appear sloppy and awkward. Bangs are ok, they make you look younger, but try to keep them neat and thin or styled to one side so that your forehead is not completely covered. Consider lighter hair hues, and you will easily take years off your face. Some older women look extremely flattering with silver hair. If you are not the lucky one, think of brown to blonde solutions or highlights.”
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Nico Di Angelo 5 years ago
That color fits her well!
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They added that sticking to general recommendations on the choice of hairstyle, i.e. bear in mind your face shape and hair texture, is always a good idea. “Fine hair looks cuter when cut short and layered, while thick coarse tresses feel better in elongated cuts. They don’t have to be long. Lisa Rinna’s type of short-to-medium hairstyle is a very good option for thick hair.”
However, just like with most beauty tips, recommendations aren’t strict rules. They’re there to give direction but aren’t enforced on anyone. And the people who contributed to this thread certainly prove that. Just look at their confidence!
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Ed Suhardy 5 years ago
Wow! Awesome colors combination!
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Nea 5 years ago
That mischievous, confident smile 🙂
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Ema RootBeer 5 years ago
this is so cute!
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Anaïs Ballestra 5 years ago
Wait…what???? You worked for 30 years? But you look 25!
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Jo 5 years ago
Yassssss!!
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DKS 001 5 years ago
you’re never too old to have colorful hair. Anyone who says you have to “look your age” is an idiot.
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Zoe’s Mom 5 years ago
Ove the bright red lips with that fabulous hair.
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Daria Z 5 years ago
Absolutely amazing! 💜
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Malakai 5 years ago
Aang! That’s awesome xD
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Malakai 5 years ago
Awesome! I love green, and I love how it’s done here, especially on the beard and ‘stache
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Jensen Bush 5 years ago
Aw thats so great!
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Kenny Kulbiski 5 years ago
52? These punk kids now days.
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Mike Crow 5 years ago
That’s cool!
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Pseudo Puppy 5 years ago
This is really well done. <3
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Alex Bailey 5 years ago
This is skillful! And stunning.
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Scagsy 5 years ago
Like looking at a Unicorn’s tail! Looks great!
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Malakai 5 years ago
All of these are amazing, but it’s awesome to see an older man rocking some bright colors! Wish I could see more guys being bold and colorful like this 🙂
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Julie Wiard 5 years ago
Yay mom!!
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Luna Lovegood 5 years ago
SHe looks so happy! And the pink really looks great on her!!!
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Malakai 5 years ago
Those hair colors compliment her green eyes so well. I hope it turns out as pretty as the filter–she’d rock purple!
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Abhinav Thomas 5 years ago
Nooo she can’t be 61
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Sabse 5 years ago
Great idea! 🤔
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Nea 5 years ago
Iwish i wer as carefree as children are and as older people learn to be..
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Clara Knaub 5 years ago
Good for you!!!
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Clara Knaub 5 years ago
So pretty! I love the combo of blue and purple!
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Mia Cardenas 5 years ago
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Scagsy 5 years ago
Like a Unicorn’s tail, I bet it leaves a trail of glitter behind it!
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Scagsy 5 years ago
I think we can safely call that a success! What colour are you trying next?
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Scagsy 5 years ago
Beautifully Autumnal/Fall (for you US peeps)
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Scagsy 5 years ago
Good for you! Go for it! Embrace your inner rebel
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Kate 5 years ago
The pastel locks with those accessories <3
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Bobbilee 5 years ago
Wait, how did we know her son did it? Lol.
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Spikey Bunny 5 years ago
That’s a beautiful purple!
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Malakai 5 years ago
Oh, hey, it matches her glasses! Cute!!
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Great with waves.
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Jensen Bush 5 years ago
Yess it reminds me of fall
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Scagsy 5 years ago
To say you’re a redhead is a massive understatement! Looks great!
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Zoe’s Mom 5 years ago
Again, this looks fabulous with those beautiful red lips.
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Chantel Atwell 5 years ago
50?!?!?
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Spikey Bunny 5 years ago
That’s a fantastic pink!!!
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Timeless.
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Abhinav Thomas 5 years ago
Beautiful
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Spikey Bunny 5 years ago
Awesome smile too!
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Nico Di Angelo 5 years ago
I like the purple on her hair!
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Lily Langtry 5 years ago
Gorgeous!
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
There is an express in her eyes that could carry off almost anything!
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Little Dino 5 years ago
60???!!! 😮
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Bored Birgit 5 years ago
Well said!
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Subtle and striking.
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Scagsy 5 years ago
Really suits you and you obviously seem very happy about it too!
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Bored Birgit 5 years ago
Waoh, you demanded every color they had, did you. Looks amazing.
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Such gorgeous skin tones. This a some eye catching contrast!
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
She looks like a faery or sprite.
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Dorothy Parker 5 years ago
Wonderful look.
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Spikey Bunny 5 years ago
Hope she colors it deeper next time…
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LAP 5 years ago
Very pretty and subtle.
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Jo Johannsen 5 years ago
The youngest 50 I’ve eber seen.
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