These Chic Bob Haircuts for Women Will Convince You To Go Shorter
- 1/23
These Chic Bob Haircuts for Women Will Convince You To Go Shorter
There's hardly any decision more bold than taking your long length and chopping it off into a chic bob. But once you make the cut, it's so worth it! Going from long hairstyles to short haircuts may be intimidating at first, but the chin-length chop is a universally flattering style that will immediately grab attention, highlight your facial features, and shorten your hair routine. Seriously! You'll spend much less time using tools like hair dryers and much more time showing off your new 'do. And for the upcoming summer months, dealing with less hair will seriously be a blessing.
But before you make the big change, browse these best bob haircuts for women to gather up some inspo to show your stylist. We've rounded up a variety of celebrity hairstyles for you to consider. You'll find everything from super short micro bobs to medium-length hairstyles like lobs. There are shag options that will leave you locks looking choppy and textured as well as blunt or angled cuts for a super sophisticated finish. Take your hairdo to the next level with layers and bangs or keep it simple with a 0ne-length look. A lot of these even mix both modern and classic cuts for looks that will always be in style—yes even as hairstyles for women over 50! Trust us, you'll be wishing you grabbed the scissors sooner!
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Sleek Bob
A blunt cut is a popular choice when it comes to the bob. Irina Shayk's locks have been straightened and slicked down with product for a super sleek look that enhances the go-to style.
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Layered Bob
Carrie Underwood's hair just barely brushes her shoulders for a cut that's still short enough to pass as a bob, but offers a little extra length. Hers is topped off with flattering texture throughout as well as face-framing layers.
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Polished Bob
You're looking at the epitome of a classic bob. Rose Byrne's cut is oh so chic thanks to several elegant elements that come together like bangs, a side part, slightly rounded ends, and a shiny finish.
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Wavy Lob
A lob (or a long bob) is a cut very similar to the bob, but typically goes a bit past the shoulders. Here, Emma Stone ensures hers stands out with a dark to light red ombré and tousled waves.
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Glamorous Bob
Gemma Chan embodies old Hollywood glamour with her short cut styled with loose curls that have been brushed out to achieve the timeless look we all know and love.
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Wet Look Bob
The slightly wavy wet-look is so on trend right now. It's cool, feminine, and so worth trying the next time you want to mix things up. We love how Rihanna adds a little flair to her 'do with a parted fringe.
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Choppy Lob
We're obsessed with Jenna Ortega going from long braids in Wednesday to this medium-length shaggy style. It's got the shape of a bob with added curtain bangs and plenty of choppy layers for an effortlessly edgy vibe.
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Side-Swept Bob
For a touch of elegance, opt for a classic bob cut like Jessica Chastain then give yourself some loose and beautifully sweeping curls using a curling iron or hot rollers.
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Blunt Bob
Naomi Campbell definitely knows a thing or two about style, so we're taking notes on her bold blunt cut. The dramatic jaw-length paired with a striking middle part highlights her facial structure in the best way.
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Single-Length Bob
All of Margot Robbie's locks fall at the exact same length in this lovely look. Gentle waves only add to the appeal. And did we mention that symmetrical edges like these can make your hair appear fuller?
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Micro Bob
With ever-changing tresses, we can always count on Lily Collins to show off a hairdo that we just have to try. This cut that's part bob and part pixie cut is one of them! The length is cropped in the back and slightly longer around the face—lending itself to extra chicness.
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Messy Bob
Keep it simple like Cate Blanchett by leaving your short hair in its natural state and tucking the front pieces behind your ears. You'll still look perfectly put together with minimal effort!
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Bombshell Bob
Zendaya's new 'do has been the talk of social media—and for good reason! Just look at those bouncy curls and a side-swept part that come together to create the gorgeously glam bob.
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Flipped Ends Bob
To easily recreate Jessica Alba's darling 'do, you can use a straightener to curve the ends outwards. Her bob ends just below the chin for a playful and pretty look that's accentuated by balayage coloring.
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Shaggy Bob
Here's a look that'll never go out of style! Get it? Taylor Swift perfectly mixes edge and chicness with a tousled bob that has been cut with short layers specifically on the top for added volume. It's complete with uneven bangs that give a windswept appearance across her forehead.
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French Girl Bob
On the red carpet, Sarah Hyland said she "wanted to go for a Parisian moment." And that's exactly what she did! The super trendy cut involves a chin length mane and blunt bangs. Here, the ends are flipped both in and out for added flirtiness (and dimension).
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Tucked Bob
A haircut growing in popularity thanks to Kaia Gerber is this unstructured style that's done by cutting shorter face-framing locks at the front which can be neatly mixed into the surrounding longer and layered pieces so that they appear to be "tucked" under.
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Cropped Bob
Short hair is just one of Halle Berry's many specialties. Take this ultra sharp and choppy option for instance. It falls in a strategically messy A-line and all comes together with a snazzy micro-fringe.
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Curved Bob
Rosamund Pike has brought us plenty of bob inspo over the years, but we're especially loving how she dresses up the style with a middle part and flipped-in ends. It really accentuates her thick locks!
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Voluminous Lob
Go big or go home can definitely apply to your cut, too! Add layers upon layers, extra volume at the crown of your head, and side swept bangs for a head-turning hairdo like Priyanka Chopra.
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Angled Bob
It's all about the angles with this hairdo! The inverted bob is shorter in the back and gradually gets longer towards the front for a finished product that perfectly frames your features. Jennifer Lopez is rocking a length that starts above her shoulders then drops well below her chin.
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Textured Bob
Take a cue from Kelly Ripa and pump up the volume and the texture. Her bob features a messy side part with slightly crimped pieces that have been teased up at the top.
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