28 Bob and Short Hairstyles That Will Inspire You to do the Chop This Summer
As the days heat up, the question is always there, should you take the plunge and opt for the big chop? There are so many hairstyles for short hair these days, from chin length bob hairstyles through to medium bob haircuts.
The classic bob is being rocked by anyone and everyone, there’s an array of hairstyles for short hair that are more fashion forward than ever before. Check out our guide to some of the hottest styles this summer and how to style a bob haircut or pixie cut once you have one.
Bob Hairstyles We Love
1. If we had to choose, our first and favourite bob haircut would be the long bob. The slightly safer, forever chic siblings of the shorter bob, the long bob is both effortless and easy to style, saves the hassle of long hair but still manages to flatter in the same way. One of our favourite ways to wear the lob is softly side-swept and tousled à la J Lo. Proving that a long bob looks great even if your hair is super thick, J Lo’s tousled lob is the stuff dreams are made from. Blow dry hair using the Frizz Defense Salon Dryer and using the Straight and Curl Brilliance, create soft undone curls making sure to leave the ends out.
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2. To get this coveted style seen on Kylie Jenner, you need a middle part with a straight, blunt bob. Use the Straight & Curl Brilliance to get the perfectly straight look for this style, this tool is also ideal as it gives you a soft, silky finish that adds glamour.
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3. For the commitment shy, opt for a lob style like Hailey Bieber. A lob is short for a “long bob” which is hair length between long hair and a bob cut, usually just above shoulder length. Once you’ve gotten the cut, to achieve Hailey’s stunning style, use the Frizz Defense Straightening Brush to get a silky smooth finish while eliminating any pesky flyway’s.
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4. For a similar look with the same cut, copy Margot Robbie’s long wavy bob. This look is the ideal summer, beachy wave look that as Margot shows us, paired with a cute summery dress is the perfect style for a summer party or gathering with friends. To get this style, use the Curl Secret Optimum on the Natural setting for an easy curl you’ll love.
5. Bobs are great as you can do so much with them. For a fun take on the bob for nights out do as Charli XCX has done and have dip dyed coloured ends. Add volume by using the 5Q Brilliance High Performance Dryer as this tool gives you a faster, healthier style.
6. We’re totally in love with this simple, elegant bob right now. This look is the ideal work hairstyle that ‘ll pair beautifully with a corporate dress and heels. Use the 5Q Brilliance High Performance Dryer to smooth and shape hair with a round brush. With anti-frizz technology that eliminates static, this tool will give you a gorgeous, smooth style every time.
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7. For flat as a pancake styles like this one worn by Khloe, go for the new Frizz Defense Salon Straightener and run over locks. This straightener uses super frizz defense technology that smoothes hair to give you the perfectly straight style Khloe has.
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8. Kim Kardashian has also gone for the big chop in recent times, this look is straight but with some movement and volume. To get Kim Kardashian’s look blow dry hair and then use the Frizz Defense Salon Straightener to keep tresses in place but not flat.
9. The next bob hairstyle we love is this gorgeous, straight bob that shapes your face. To get those perfect tucked under ends, part hair in the middle then use the Frizz Defense Rotating Hot Air Styler on the ends to accentuate the shaped style.
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Bob Haircut Styles with Bangs
10. Hair trends come and go, but the bob styled with bangs is much more than a trend: It's a classic. No matter the decade, the colour, the texture, a bob with soft, face-framing curtain bangs is never a bad idea. If you recently got a curtain fringe and want to hold on to that freshly-cut je ne sais quoi, then bare in mind these few simple styling tricks. In order to get your fringe to style into place, start by blow-drying wet hair with a dryer like the Digital Sensor Luxe Airsonic and apply styling products as you dry the parting into place. However, top tip, don't overwork the hair as the fringe will not fall as it should.
11. Get yourself a good quality hairdryer for this short style with movement inspired by Rihanna. Make sure you take extra care to style the side fringe smooth across one side. Try the salon-grade Ravenna Expert 2400 with a small round brush to achieve Rihanna’s look.
12. If you’re thinking of DIY-ing your own bangs, just look to Bella Hadid for inspiration. The model revealed in 2020 on Instagram that she trimmed her own fringe and has inspired people around the globe to try cutting their own bangs. Long and piecey, this look is very 90s supermodel, but is surprisingly easy to style. Given that long bangs like Bellas are less work than blunt or baby bangs, they're the perfect option for anyone who's always wanted to try bangs, but needs something more low maintenance.
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13. Emily Ratajkowski is serving up some serious hair goals with this look, which styled voluminous and side-parted is giving off all the best kind of 60s vibes. This look is all about the volume, which given the right tools is easy to create at home. Using the Digital Sensor Luxe Air Styler, section your hair and simply use it as you would your normal brush, but the end result is a beautiful, smooth and silky blowout with tonnes of body.
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15. The blunt bob with fringe is another style we’re totally crushing on at the moment. The Frizz Defense Straightening Brush will give you the sleekness and finish you need to nail this look, the blunt cut fringe adds a Parisian chic finish.
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16. If you’re worried you can’t pull off short hair and don’t want to get the chop just yet, try opting for a bob for a night with a funky wig like Miley Cyrus has here. Don’t be afraid to go for brightly coloured styles. You might surprise yourself with all the comments you get, short hair shows confidence.
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Wavy Bob Hairstyles
17. The messy wave adds a different dimension to bob hairstyles. It gives an edgy, subtle look that’s so hot right now. Selena Gomez’s messy wave can be achieved with the 38mm Ceramic Curler and a paddle brush to loosen to a wave. Finish with a matte texturizing spray for an imperfect wave.
18. Katy Perry’s soft wave with side part is easy to get with the Curl Secret Optimum used on the sophisticated setting for a medium curl. Loosen with a comb if you want to soften it and spritz with hairspray to finish.
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19. Taylor Hill’s bob is just about one of the chicest we’ve ever seen. Cut to a chin-grazing length, that is better known as the French bob, Taylor’s look comes complete with lots of tousled volume and blunt ends. To get this look, you’ll want to create volume at the roots and finish the end with a slight curl using a small barrel styler like the 19mm Ceramic Curler to create a messy yet stylish finish.
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21. If you‘re looking for a stunning bob style that‘s perfect for a date night or a night out with your besties, you can’t go past this style. A bob with soft wave is one of the most flattering hairstyles you can rock. To get this style, use the Curl Secret Optimum on the sophisticated setting then use a wide tooth comb to loosen curls for a more natural look.
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22. For this side swept modern style that Natalie Portman perfects, add waves or soft curls with the Cool Curl Brilliance and finish with gel. To get the side swept look, don’t part hair down the middle, instead part your hair on the side where you feel fit.
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23. For a tighter curl like Erin Wasson has here, go for the Curl Secret Optimum on the romantic setting. This look gives you a sophisticated wave style that can be dressed up or dressed down.
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24. Get this cute medium bob haircut and style into a half up, half down style. Add waves at the ends by wrapping hair around the Frizz Defense Hot Air Styler and for a straight side fringe use the Frizz Defense Salon Straightener.
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Bedhead Bobs
25. Bedhead looks are so in at the moment, they give you a natural, relaxed style that’ll be sure to have you turning heads. Mila Kunis has all the bedhead vibes happening with this messy lob. To achieve this look use the Cool Curl Brilliance and mess up with fingers/comb for an unfinished look.
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26. Khloe Kardashian’s messy bob is perfect for days when you want a modern, fresh look. To get this style, wash your hair and then dry with the Frizz Defense AC Salon Dryer. This tool gives you a professional worthy blow dry that as the name says, eliminates frizz.
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27. If there’s one haircut that remains effortlessly chic, it’s the tousled bob and Chloe Sevigney reigns the Queen of this look. We love the simplicity of this shape and the soft, airy layers. This cut can work on a variety of hair textures and face shapes, and as far as styling goes, it’s pretty easy. This look is all about creating volume and disheveled curl. Use a styler like the Frizz Defense Straightener to create soft s-bends and just make sure to alternate the direction of the bends to create a tousled style and more body. Once you’ve styled your whole head, simply flip hair upside down and scrunch in/massage a dime-sized amount of a hair pomade for texture and and you’re good to go.
28. Billy Faiers nails this glam lob length with some loose movement. Try the Cool Curl Brilliance on the ends of your lob to get the gorgeous, wavy style Billy has.