43 Silver Hair Color Ideas & Trends for 2020

Silver has been a must-have hair color for a while. It has become very popular because trendsetting celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Lady Gaga have been seen rocking the look. We love silver hair and think you will too, so we have found 43 trendy silver hair color ideas that you need to try! There is a hairstyle for everyone, from metallic tones to silver with vibrant highlights. Take a look, you won’t be able to decide which idea to try.

1. Icy Silver and Blue

First up we have this silver and blue hair color idea. The hair starts off dark at the top, then blends into silver and then finally turns blue at the ends. We love the bright silver and light blue combination as it gives the hair an icy look. You can recreate the silver and blue or choose a different color like pink or darker blue.

2. Metallic Silver Hair Color Idea

Next, we have a stunning silver hair color idea that looks metallic. As the silver has a metallic tone, it makes the hair look shimmery and bright. This is a beautiful silver shade and it is perfect for the ladies who want to make a statement.

3. Blonde and Subtle Silver Highlights

Love the silver trend but don’t want the dramatic change to your hair? Then this next idea could be for you. Here we have blonde hair with added silver highlights. The hair starts off blonde and then gradually turns silver. By combining the two colors, you get a subtler silver look.

4. Trendy Light Hair Color Idea

Our next idea features a light silver. As with any other color, silver has different shades. Earlier we featured a metallic silver, this one is more of a grey silver. The color is slightly darker which gives the hair a grey tone. A hair color like this is perfect for the ladies who follow the trends and want a super stylish look.

5. Grey to Silver Ombre Hair

You don’t have to choose one color, you can have multi tones like this next hair idea. The hair starts off as a dark grey and then gradually turns into a very light silver. You can choose similar colors to the ones featured or you can go lighter or darker.

6. Light Silvery Blonde

If the darker silver shades are not for you, this next idea could be just what you are looking for. The hair is a light silvery blonde. With this hair color, you get the best of both worlds, you get the bright blonde with silver tones. Hair like this is perfect for the summer.

7.  Silver with Subtle Pink Highlights

Pink and silver compliment each other beautifully. Don’t just take our word for it, check out our next hair idea. Here we have very light silver with subtle pink running through it. You can choose a similar look to this one or if it is too subtle, then choose a darker pink.

8. Light Brown to Silver Ombre Bob

Earlier we featured blonde hair that blended into silver. Next, we have similar idea but for brown hair instead. The hair starts off as a light brown and then turns into a dark silver. The darker silver looks beautiful with brown hair as it blends better. You can go for a lighter silver if you want more of an ombre look.

9. Silver Color Melt Lob

Next, we have a silver color melt idea. If you haven’t heard of color melting, it is a technique that blends the colors together so well that you won’t see a clear line like you will on other techniques like ombre. As you can see, color melting looks amazing on this grey to silver look. Hair like this is so trendy and will give everyone hair envy. Here’s the stylist breakdown – She brightened her midshaft and ends using BlondMe, 7 volume and Olaplex on wet hair for faster application and more control in lifting. Root Melt: Schwarzkopf Igora Vibrance 10g 5-1 ;10g 6-12 ;1 drop 0-22. Pull through color: 20g 9-1 ;20g 9,5-21; 1 drop 0-22 ; 1 drop 0-11 with 1.9%/6 volume gel developer.

10. Dark Silver Ombre Hair

Our next idea features a dark silver. We love dark silver because it looks edgy and stylish. You can choose just dark silver or you can have even darker tones added to the hair like the image below. It is a great color choice for the ladies who love the silver trend but do not want bright hair.

11. Unicorn Hair Idea

Unicorns have been inspiring fashion, beauty and more. So, why not use the unicorn trend for you hair too! Here we have a stunning silver hair idea that has used the mystical creatures as inspiration. The hair is a very light silver with purple roots and pink and blue running through it too. Hair like this is perfect for anyone who wants a magical new hairstyle.

12. Platinum Silver Hair

Next, we have a platinum silver idea to share with you. This is another beautiful blended idea that features dark roots that gradually blend into silver. You can take inspiration from this and recreate the look or you can choose light and darker tones to blend.

13. Shiny Ice Hair Idea

Like the bright silver colors? Then this next idea is for you. Here we have ice silver hair color idea. The hair is light, vibrant and stylish. A hair color like this is perfect for anyone who wants to make a statement. You can also put other colors together with this shade like pink or purple.

14. Silver Blue Bob

Our next idea is super cool! This hair has been colored in a silver that has a blue tone. As you can see, the blue has given the hair a very trendy finished look. This would be a great choice for the people who like silver but not the shiny and bright tones.

15. Trendy Bright Hair Color

Next, we have a stunning bright silver idea. We love this silver hair color because there are darker tones running through it which gives it a more natural look. Natural hair has lots of different shades in it and this hair coloring captures that.

16. Rainbow Highlights

Looking for a vibrant hair idea? Then this next pick is for you! Here we have a very bright silver with rainbow highlights. You can see blue, purple, orange and more colors peeking through the silver. You can recreate this look or you can choose different bold colors.

17. Dark to Silver Ombre Hair

Want to update your look for the holidays? Then this next hair idea could be the way to do it. Here we have a dark tone at the root of the hair that blends into a bright silver. We love this blend and think it would be perfect for the holiday season or if you want hair makeover.

18. Statement Making Hair

If you want more of a block color instead of a blend, then this hair idea is for you. To prolong silver hair color make sure to wash your hair less, use heat protectants, and use sulfate free shampoos. Hair like this would be a great choice for the trendsetting ladies who want to be noticed!

19. Silver with a Pop of Blue

Next, we have a unique silver idea. The hair is a dark silver with blue tones. We love the blue tones as it makes the hair look different to other silvers we have seen. A color like this will suit any age and any hair type. Products used: Pulp Riot Hair icy, silver, ash series and blue booster.

20. Black to Grey to Silver Ombre Hair

Have natural dark hair? Then this idea is for you! The hair starts off as a dark black and then gradually turns to grey then to bright silver. Hair like this will look amazing on anyone. It would be great for someone who wants a dramatic change. Unfortunately, grey and silver tones do not last very long, so you will need to refresh the color every 2-4 weeks depending on how often you wash your hair.

21. Silver to White Blonde

If you do want a dramatic change, then this hair idea is for you. The silver used in this hairstyle gradually blends to white. This is such a statement making hair idea. It will look awesome on any hair length. You can even add some other tones like the subtle pink mentioned earlier.

22. Bright Wintry Silver

Our next idea features a bright metallic silver that gives the hair a wintry look. We love this idea because the hair looks snowy and icy. You can take inspiration from this and have a similar look or you can even add in some blue tones as it would suit the silver shade perfectly.

23. Grey and Silver Ombre

Next on our list is this silver and grey look. The hair isn’t a shiny silver like some of the others, it almost has a matte look and the hair is dark grey at the root. Some factors to consider before opting for this look: the more porous your hair, the faster it will fade; use moisturizing treatments to help hydrate your hair, and ask your stylist to use a bond builder to prolong the life of your hair color (this look was created using Brazilian Bond Builder).

24. Chic Silver Ombre Hair

Next, we have a chic and trendy hair idea to show you. For this look, the hair starts dark and gradually gets lighter until the bottom section of the hair turns silver. We love the color change and as you can see, it does make a stylish statement. Silver color like this works best on long hair so you can really show off the different shades.

25. Purple Roots

Another cool idea you could try is statement roots. Now usually having roots that are a different color to the dye can be a problem, but not with this hairstyle! Here we have silver hair with dark purple roots. The root color looks amazing and it is a very unique and bold way to wear color. If recreating this look, try to choose a funky shade because a more natural color will just look like your roots need re-coloring.

26. Silver and Blonde Hair

Earlier in the post we featured a silver and blonde hairstyle. If you loved that idea, then you may like this one too. Here we have another blonde and silver look. This time the hair is dark at the root with beautiful blonde and silver highlights. We love how subtle the silver looks here and this would be a great hairstyle for someone who is trying a bolder color like silver for the first time.

27. Brown and Silver Hair Idea

The next hair idea is cute and easy to wear. Here we have beautiful brown hair with added silver color. The brown and silver hair colors compliment each beautifully. We also love the pretty braid! Recreate just the color or try the stylish braid as well. The color combo will also look gorgeous on shorter hair. So, it will suit everyone.

28. Pastel Highlights

Next, we have another hairstyle with a magical and mystical vibe. This beautifully curly hair is colored silver with added pastel colored highlights. The color combination is stunning and the hair looks perfect for a mermaid or unicorn! If you want hair that is beautiful, unique and statement making, then consider recreating this look. The colors will look amazing on other hair types as well.

29. Black and Silver Hair

This next hair idea is one of our favorites! Here we have long and sleek black hair with added silver color. The black and silver color combination is stunning and bold. Hair like this is perfect for those who want to stand out from the crowd. We also think it would be an awesome hairstyle for the fall and Halloween season as it does have a spooky vibe.

30. Wintry Hair Color Idea

Love icy and wintry colors? If so, this idea is perfect for you. This hair has been colored in a very light silver shade that almost looks like snow or ice. It is a gorgeous color and it will be perfect for the fall and winter seasons. A light silvery shade like this will suit everyone and it is great for those who want to completely transform their hair.

31. Silver and Dark Purple Hair

If you like the purple and silver hair ideas, then you need to see this next look. Here we another pretty purple hairstyle. This time the hair is a stunning silvery shade and about midway, the color blends into a dark purple color. The dark purple and silver together are so beautiful and statement making. You can recreate this or choose silver and a different purple shade.

32. Medium Length Hair with Accessories

Next, we have a cute and accessorized style to show you. The hair is dark at the root and then it changes into a gorgeous silver shade. This look is finished off with a trendy hair clip. We love the cut, color and accessories. It is perfect for the trendsetting ladies. We think this style would look amazing as a sleek short bob too! You can buy hair clips like this online and the message can say anything you like. Your name would be super cool.

33. Half Pink, Half Silver

Looking for a bold, quirky and unique hairstyle? If so, you need to check out our next idea. Here we have hair that is half pink and half silver. We love this half style because it is unusual and trendy. It is perfect for the ladies who have been bored with their hair so want to be more daring. You can recreate this or try half silver and half of a shade of your choice.

34. Purple Ombre Hair

Next, we have another purple look. This time the hair starts dark and blends into different shades of purple. Towards the tips, the hair finally turns silver. The color combination used here is one of our favorites because it is so bold and beautiful. You can recreate this or add more silver to your hair and less purple.

35. Stylish Silver Bob

Maybe you are looking for a more a chic and elegant hairstyle? If so, this is perfect for you. Here we have a sleek short bob. The hair is dark at the root and then it blends into a light and silvery shade. The cut and color is stunning and it will suit everyone. This is perfect for the ladies who want a hair makeover.

36. Silver and Dark Blue Hair

If you love the bright and bold colors, then you need to see this next hairstyle. For this look, the hair is silver and then the color changes to dark blue. The blue color is stunning and it looks very striking with the silver. You can recreate this on any hair length and you can choose any blue shade as they will all suit silver.

37. Silvery Blonde Hair with Cute Accessories

Next, we have another accessorized hair idea. This time the hair is long and it is colored in a light silver shade. The look is finished off with trendy hair clips. This color, cut and style is easy to wear and will suit everyone. Recreate this or you can try a similar look with shorter hair.

38. Pink Highlights

This next hairstyle is so cute, bold and fun. Here we have silver hair with added pink highlights. We love this pink color because it is so vibrant. Hair like this will make a stylish statement that is perfect for the summer. You can recreate this or you can try a different shade of pink.

39. Trendy Lob Hairstyle

Love trying new trends and like to keep your hair looking fresh and modern? If so, this hairstyle could be perfect for you. The hair is cut to a medium length and it is dark grey at the root which then blends to silver. This cut and color is stunning and stylish. We think this hairstyle would look even more amazing with a blunt cut.

 40. Colorful and Bold Highlights

The next hair idea is another one of our favorites! For this look, the hair is silver and long. Towards the ends of the hair, bright and vibrant highlights have been added. We love the vivid pink, purple and blue highlights because they looks so striking and statement making with the silver. This is a fun and bold look. You can recreate this or choose any color combination for your highlights. Maybe choose your favorite colors.

41. Bold Pink Roots

Earlier in the post we shared silver hair with bold roots. If you loved that idea, then you need to see this hairstyle too. Here we have another version of the look. This time the hair is colored light silver with pastel pink roots. As you can see, the pastel roots look amazing with the silver color. Try a similar look to this or try another pastel color for a fun and magical hairstyle.

42. Icy Silver Hair

Next, we have another icy silver hairstyle to show you. This time the hair is long and it is colored in a silver shade that almost looks white. It is a stunning color that will wow everyone who sees it. Hair like this will be perfect for the winter season because it has a wintry ice Queen vibe. The color is so glam with the long waves but it will also look chic and elegant with short hair.

43. Lavender Ombre Hair

If you love the pastel hair ideas, then you need to check out this next look. Here we have long silver hair with added lavender color. This is another example of how amazing silver and purple look together. A color combo like this is bright and beautiful and it will be perfect for the spring and summer.

We hope you have found a trendy hair color idea to try! We know we did.