This cut never goes out of fashion.

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Trends come and go, but there’s always something to be said for the short bob.

Dress it up with fringe, texturize it with layers, or streamline it with blunt ends.

Short Bobs

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It’s a classic hairstyle with a lot of wiggle room.

Bring in these inspiration shots and your stylist won’t think you’re crazy for asking.

Soft Shaggy Bob

Bored?

Soft Shag

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That’s nothing a little fringe can’t fix.

A dramatic side part gives this style more flair.

Face-Framing Flip

There’s nothing boring about this bob.

Big Southern Bob

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The cut, courtesyTexas-based stylist Chris Jones, is all about texture and letting those flippy ends run wild.

Blunt ends make it ultra-chic.

This look transitions seamlessly from daytime to a dressy evening.

Rounded Chin Bob

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Ask for shorter length in the back and longer in the frontwithout stacking the back layers too much.

It skims those cheekbones like nobody’s business.

Feel free to add face-framing layers.

Face-Framing Flip

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Curtain Bang Bob

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Curtain bangs are the retro trend we’ll never get tired of.

This shaggy short bob is so stylish with the addition of razored curtain bangs.

This cut works well for those with naturally straight hair.

Blunt Collarbone Bob

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Curly Bob

Let the curls do the talking.

This side-swept layered bob is perfect for tossing those ringlets to and fro.

Curtain Fringed Bob

Fringe is forever.

Vintage Wave Bob

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Layered Curly Bob

A short length really lets curls live their best life, hm?

Ask for all the layers to give your bob some lift.

Subtle A-Line

If this cut could talk, it would say something short and sassy.

Angled Bob

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Textured Bob

Maybe it’s the cool platinum color, maybe it’s those trendy bangs.

This texture-packed bob bystylist Buddy Porteris definitely speaking to us.

It transforms any super flat bob instantly.

Glass Hair

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Graduated Curly Bob

This bob feels like a subtle walk on the wild side.

Deep Side Chin Bob

This might be the sassiest bob of the year.

Get all the texture and volume with a super deep side part and beach waves.

Soft Blunt Bob

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Chin-Grazing Bob

It’s slightly graduated in the back, fully flattering around the face.

Thischin-length bobis anything but blunt, going with some layered face-framing instead.

Add some piecey bangs for added oomph.

Curtain Bang Bob

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it’s possible for you to go even further with bangs, from wispy to blunt.

Blunt Below-Chin Bob

Blunt is the new black.

Ask for slightly shorter layers around the face.

Razor Sharp Bob

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Ask for face-framing layers and highlights for a flattering finish.

Ear-Length Bob

An ear-length bob has an extra lift that’s cool in summer and gorgeous year-round.

Your favorite jewelry and accessories will utterly shine with this short cut.

Curly Bob

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Side-Swept Bob

A sweeping side part adds even more volume to a bob.

It’s also very flattering on round andheart-shaped faces.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bob haircut is still very much in style today.

Fringed Chin Bob

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With a cropped bob, the hair is cut to around chin-length without being too perfect or neat.

This short, relaxed cut is often one length but can also have bangs.

A short bob typically falls between ear length and just below the chin.

Fringed Bob

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A shortchoppy bobhas slightly shaggy, uneven layers that can have an edgier feel.

A bob has a self-assured look that can be youthful, timeless, and elegant.

Bob cuts also call attention to our best facial features and can add more volume to thinner hair.

Soft Retro Bob

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Layers are essential for shaping and lightening a haircut if you have thick hair or want more volume.

Layered Curly Lob

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Subtle A-Line

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Textured Bob

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Rouge Rounded Bob

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Graduated Curly Bob

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Subtly Stacked Bob

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Deep Side Chin Bob

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No-Fuss Bob

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Chin-Grazing Bob

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Sunlight Brown Curls

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Modern Bob

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Curly Bob

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Angled Bob

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Layered Shoulder Length Hairstyles

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Blunt Below-Chin Bob

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Retro Curtained Bob

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Copper Short Bob

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Woman with Gray Hair Short Bob

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Side-Swept Short Bob

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