Looking At These 14 Bob Hairstyles Made Me Chop My Hair—Now I'll Never Look Back (2024)

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It’s safe to say I’ve been utterly obsessed with the chin-length bob hairstyles that have emerged on some of my favourite celebs over the past couple of years. As someone with a bob haircut, I fist pump the air acting as if I’m the CEO of some kind of invite-only short haired members club when yet another chin-grazing look gets debuted on thered carpet.

Earlier last year, whenElsa Hosk took to her Instagram and shared the most insane 1950’s Marilyn Monroe-inspired bob––which she paired with a leather Louboutin trench coat, sheer tights and killer patent heels FYI––I realised I actually needed to give mine a bit of a glow up.

Since getting my hair cut short, it’s only been one length as I eased myself into getting used to it. But I realisedmy bob actually looked quite heavy, especially as it started to grow out. So, I hit up theLarry King hair salon in Notting Hill and booked in with hair stylist Annie Redman––she’s responsible forNina Nesbitt’s short blunt bob.

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My hair before chopping it to chin-length.

"Currently your bob is sitting too heavy on the front,” Redman explained. "I am currently loving those that have more shape through the front, with a square outline or even curving up a little at the front. It makes it feel a bit edgierand more modern."

"With the scissors, I’ll point cut the whole hair cut so the outline is softer. I’ll then bring the front corners of the bob forward and take them off to give a rounded shape where the front is no longer than the back. Then, I’ll add some shorter pieces through the front and slice into the bob to give it a little bit of natural texture.”

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Mynew chin-length bob.

The result? I’m officially in my bouncy bob era and loving every single second. I think there used to be the feeling that you couldn’t do much with bob haircuts, and longer hair gave a lot more scope for new and exciting creations, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. "This haircut is great because you can dress it up or down by either doing a glamorous blow-dry using mousse for lots of body or put in a salt spray and defuse for a relaxed look,” saysRedman."You have a nice wave to your hair so it’ll also dry really nice naturally.”

Versatile chin-length bobs are very much here to stay. Here are 14 looks I’m currently loving.

The Best Chin-Length Bob Hairstyles:

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Elsa's choppy bob also looks stunning in a centre parting with some natural texture.

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Kerry Washington's look is giving all-out glam. I am living for the sweeping, voluminous fringe.

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A cross between a shag cut and a bob. The choppy fringe gives it a real 70s edge.

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A sleek, slick and elegant chin length bob that really accentuatesTyLynn's jaw line.

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Similarly tomy new haircut, the front has been cut into to give the overall look more shape and movement.

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Ever since I first saw Laura with a bob, I knew it had to be a lifelong partnership. Literally can't take my eyes off of her or her hair.

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If you have naturally thinner hair like Hailey, getting it cut shorter can make it appear a lot thicker and fuller.

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Fashion influencerGrece is known for her iconic white-grey cheekbone-skimming bob.

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If a voluminous side-parted chin-length bob is good enough for Zendaya...

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The sweeping bangs and natural waves make this cut feel super Parisian chic. It also beautifully elongatesChloe's neck.

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A wet look bob in the summer is always a good idea.

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Again, this feels like it has a 70s shag cut edge to it and I am feeling very tempted...

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Also tempted to take it slightly above the chin after seeing this effortlessly cool look.

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Larry King Hair

My Nanna's Mousse

Redman ran this through my hair with her fingers when it was wet before blow-drying to give it volume and shine.

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Larry King Hair

Volumizing Hair Mist

She also spritzed this through it when it was wet to give the hair more oomph and help tame flyaways. It's also scented with rosemary, pine needles, lavender, jasmine and violet.

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Moroccanoil

Curl Defining Cream

If you have a natural wave to your hair like me, give it a helping hand by scrunching in a curl cream before blow-drying.

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Hair Proud

All Inclusive 5-In-1 Protection Milk

A multi-tasking hair hero. The conditioning cream hydrates, detangles, protects against heat up to 230c, and adds long-lasting shine.

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Drybar

The Double Shot Blow-Dryer Brush

I've persuaded that many people to buy the Drybar hot brush, I should be on a commission at this point. It's the closest I get to creating a salon-worthy blow-dry at home.

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JVN Hair

Complete Blowout Styling Milk

A lightweight heat activated styling cream that smooths hair, reduces frizz, and protects against heat and humidity.

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Carol's Daughter

Goddess Strength Blend Oil Hair & Scalp Oil

For braided and loc chin-length bobs a nourishing scalp oil is a must.

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Color Wow

Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray

Don't forget a bit of hairspray to hold your bob in place.

This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.

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