“Everyone is running to the salon to get abob,” says hairstylist Castillo Bataille.
And we can see why: Shorter lengthsminimize time spenton our strands, which is hard not to love.
Meet the Experts
The It Bob
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What can we say?
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IfHailey Bieberis on the trend, it’s hard not to want to replicate it.
Shaggy Chic
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Not every bob was made to be clean-cut.
“A mid-length bob is always classic and versatile,” he tells us.
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“Come with references, and don’t be afraid to take risks,” says Austin.
Angular Bob
@charlie_dmeilio
Angular bobscan add more dimension and shape to straighter hair textures.
Beach Wave Length
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Who says short hair has limited styling options?
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Proof that you’ve got the option to rock protective styles while still keeping up with the trends.
If you really want to make a statement, go for platinum braids like they do.
Long-ish and Wavy
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The beauty of the bob is its versatility.
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“There are options for most hair textures,” says Austin.
“If you have difficulty controlling your texture, I would avoid cutting fringe,” advises Austin.
A cut like this “will give your look a nice edge and polish,” says Bataille.
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“It takes a bold person to pull off a super short bob with bangs,” he says.
“And not to mention the rich color.”
We love how Collins adds a retro spin to so many of her hair looks.
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Emily would most definitely approve.
“The idea is to fire up the facenot to hide the features, but accentuate them.
Considering symmetry can also be beneficial for those with longer foreheads.
@charlie_dmeilio
The result feels vintage and ethereal in the best way.
Plus, there’s so much styling versatility to explore at this lob length.
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