A bob haircut can be ideal for those with finer locks, as it adds volume without the weight of longer locks. Layers and face-framing bangs add an elegant finish to this short crop style. Your brunette bob can look even more striking with balayage highlights to animate it and create natural, soft transitions of hues that are pleasing to the eye.
Blunt Bob Haircut
For an elegant, professional appearance, try this neck-length blunt bob. Ideal for women with thinner hair, you can even add highlights for added flair. This style can also work great for older women and professionals who wish to maintain an elegant appearance. This blunt bob features an eye-catching middle part for a sleek finish. Perfect for balanced dark skin tones and framing the face perfectly, this look pairs nicely with bangs for a more striking appearance.
Brunette Bob with Curtain Bangs
A brunette bob with curtain bangs makes an unforgettable statement when combined with bold colors such as fiery red. This style will make you stand out in a crowd and will also work perfectly for casual or formal events alike.
Layered Bob with Bangs
The layered bob with bangs is an eye-catching hairstyle that will turn heads. Requiring only minimal care, professional trimming should only be needed occasionally to maintain this chic style. Plus, highlights and lowlights add depth of texture while making this style even more stylish! This medium-layered bob has layers that help add volume, creating an adorable face-framing finish suitable for women with oval and oblong faces.
Choppy Layers Bob Haircut
For an eye-catching twist to your bob, add some choppy layers. This uneven haircut helps build volume and gives it lively movement, pairing perfectly with straight bangs for face-framing effects and is favored by singers such as Siouxsie Sioux from Siouxsie and the Banshees and Linda Ronstadt from American band The Everly Brothers.
Bob with Bangs
Consider bangs if you want to add volume and texture to a classic short bob haircut. From long curtain bangs to blunt, wispy fringe bangs, the right pair can structure your face while elevating your style.
Chin Length Layered Bob with Bangs
For an ultra-stylish and modern take on the classic bob, try this chin-length layered bob with bangs flipped both ways and loose texture curling iron curls – an everyday wear look with great style!
Exquisite Brunette Bob with Balayage Highlights
This exquisite brunette bob is the epitome of sophistication and chic. The wavy, chin-length hair is delicately highlighted with warm chocolate brown and soft honey brown balayage hues, adding depth and dimension without appearing heavy or bulky.
Balayage for Dimension
No matter your style preference – subtle or dramatic – balayage is always an excellent way to add dimension to your hair! This technique can give it both natural and unique effects for maximum impact!
Honey Brown Balayage for a Soft Yet Seductive Look
If you want a soft yet seductive look, dye your bob-length strands honey-brown balayage. This color will blend beautifully with dark bases and look stunning when styled into romantic fishtail or waterfall braids for an eye-catching finish.
Gray Balayage for an Elegant Accent
Gray balayage accentuates dark brown bob hairstyles, creating a lovely texture and an excellent gradient effect. It works on straight and slightly wavy locks, especially striking when baby lights highlight it!
Short Messy Bob with Bangs
While a blunt bob may look formal and appropriate, a short, messy bob with bangs provides texture and dimension for an everyday casual look that works on all face shapes. Layered length and layers make this style suitable for every face shape, while an irreverent side part keeps things seductively seductive.
Jonathan Van Ness’ Messy Bob Inspiration
Jonathan Van Ness of Queer Eye fame is known for his love of messy bobs, recently debuting a shoulder-length cut featuring deep side-parting. Fans quickly praised this look on social media; one commented, “LOOKS GORGEOUS!!”.
