Bob Hairstyles

Gothic Elevated A-Line Hair Bob

A-line bobs have been all the rage since Victoria Beckham cut off her long locks. However, these days, the bob is making some twists and turns. There are different types of A-line bobs and one particular kind is the gothic elevated A-line bob, an...

Is a Brush or a Flat Iron Better on Short Hairstyles?

Having short hair doesn’t mean you are without styling options. You can still use a curling iron, round brush and flat iron just as much as the next long-haired girl. The right styling tools for you depends on your hairdo. Just because a...

Super Undercut Hairstyles

So far, the new millennium's haircut du jour has been the bob. From old school '20s-inspired to edgy and stacked, it's had its fair share of promotions from the hippest female celebs. But there's another cut, something far more daring, that's...

Cheek Length Curly Layered Bob Hairstyles

When women began chopping off their long, high-maintenance locks in the 1920s, the bob was their haircut of choice. They flocked to salons for the short cut sported by glamorous women such as Clara Bow and Coco Chanel. The cut, still hugely...

Medium-Length, Layered-Bob Hairstyles for Relaxed Hair

Creating a medium-length, layered-bob hairstyle for your relaxed hair might conjure up images of a bi-level cut you sported when you were in the 7th grade. Fortunately, you have a wide variety of style options to pick from, so don't assume all...

Short Inverted Stacked Bob Hairstyles

The bob cut is a classic, but there's no staple bob shape you have to follow. You can get a bob cut in a few different ways; blunt and angled are the two most typical. The blunt version is cut straight across at the ends, while the angled bob cut...

What Kind of Brush Do You Use to Fix a Bob Hairstyle?

Celebs like Eva Longoria and Jennifer Aniston have rocked the shiny, swinging bob to perfection. But if your bob is more frizzy and stringy, you could be using the wrong brush to dry your hair. Switching up your brush may help you direct airflow...

Does an A-Line Bob Haircut Go With Curly Hair?

One of the most-asked-for styles for women's cut is the A-line bob. This type of bob is the classic bob's first cousin -- it has all the practicality and chicness of the traditional cut, but it's not cut straight across. Even though bobs work on...

How to Blow Out an Asymmetric Bob

Your asymmetrical bob cut is already uber-posh and sophisticated all on its own. This classic cut is shorter at the back, with longer pieces at the sides; it's drama and glamour incarnate. There's no better way to show off this angled cut than...

How to Sew in a Full Head of Weave for a Bob Hairstyle

Wanna try Nicki Minaj’s asymmetrical bob, or Kirsten Dunst’s sophisticated bob? Well, you can, even if your hair is too short or too long for a bob, by sewing in a weave. A sew-in is the process of attaching hair extensions to...

How to Give a Bob Hairstyle More Volume

Bobs are some of the most sophisticated-chic hairstyles a lady can try. Modern versions are edgy twists on the classic straight-across style, so they always look timeless. These bobs look especially good on gals with fine, straight hair, but this...

Sling Hair Techniques

If it's short in the back and long in the front, it's a sling -- a.k.a. sling bob, swing bob, inverted bob and A-line bob. Just as there are many names for this timeless cut, there are several ways of arriving at it. Stylists pick the technique...

Wedge-Bob Hairstyles

Wedge and bob haircuts are flirty, fun and totally customizable. These short cuts can hover anywhere from the ear to below the chin, so only go as short as you feel comfortable with. Asymmetry, long bangs and blunt edges modernize these cuts,...

Funky A-Line Bob Hairstyles

An A-line bob hairstyle has long, broad bangs that reach from ear to ear. The rest of the hair has a straight cut too, often reaching midway down the neck. The style approximates the shape of an A, with the straight bangs forming the line in the...

The Best Curling Brush for Bobs

If you're sexy and you know it, you can pull off a bob -- the same style that celebs such as Victoria Beckham and Jennifer Aniston have rocked. Bobs are best when smooth and curled-under without a strand out of place. When you're drying your...

Compare Layered and Stacked Bob Hairstyles

As you take a walk through town or peruse the latest red-carpet celeb looks, you might ask yourself why so many women sport some version of a bob. The answer is that the look is almost universally flattering. For just about every hair type and...

V-Cut Bob Hairstyles

There are oh-so-many ways to describe a modern bob haircut. Stacked, slanted, inverted and convex are just a few terms that essentially describe the same shape and style. Another term to add to the list is a v-cut bob. This is an edgy look that...

Slanted Stacked Bob Hairstyles

The stacked bob haircut is slanted by definition, so you don't have to worry about having that element added to your hair or making a special request for it. But that isn't the only thing to consider about this daring style. It's dramatic, it...

Angled Bob Hairstyles for Fine Hair

Trendy beauties can't go wrong with an angled bob hairstyle. This type of cut is most spectacular on ladies with fine hair. It not only keeps fine hair healthy -- it works with the natural lines fine hair usually creates, too. You can keep the cut...

Angled Undercut Bob Styles

From pop star Rihanna to British model and socialite Alice Dellal, the undercut is taking the cool-edgy chick scene by storm. There's an old adage that says you should dress for the job you want, not the job you have. If it's true, getting an...

Shoulder-Length A-Line Bob Hairstyles

The bob is a cut that's just about as classic as they come, but modern fashionistas are always finding ways to turn the classics into something trendy. A type of bob lots of divas are requesting from their stylists is the A-line, shoulder-length...

How to Cut a Stacked Bob Hairstyle

A stacked or A-line bob slopes down from the back of the neck, giving you a swingy, chic, short- to medium-length hairstyle. When done right, this look is sophisticated and sexy. If done wrong, the cut can be uneven and look sloppy. Work slowly...

Long Shaggy Bob Hairstyles for Thick Wavy Hair

You don't have to buzz your thick, wavy hair to control it. Instead, thin out bulky sections, remove damaged ends and wear a modified bob hairstyle. The types of bobs that work best with thick hair have more than one length and subtly taper at or...

How to Cut a Choppy Asymmetric Bob

Choppy, messy and edgy, the asymmetrical bob creates an eye-catching style that will be the envy of your friends. Women will be chasing you down at the grocery just to ask you who your stylist is. And who doesn't like that kind of attention? The...

Long Bob Hairstyles for Brunette Women

Just because you have your hair cut into a long bob, that doesn't mean you don't have plenty of styling options. Try out new, different styles with your bob and see how much fun you can have. With some basic hairstyling tools and the right styling...

Medium Bob Hairstyles & Cuts for Thick Hair

The humble bob has become the style of choice for fashionistas everywhere for many years, thanks to its ever evolving shape and finish. Don’t be fooled into thinking bobs only come in blunt cut varieties. The latest offerings consist of...

Stacked Bobbed Hairstyles

If you're ready to transform your long, wavy locks into a chic, short haircut, a stacked bob could give you everything you're looking for. Traditionally, a stacked bob is a short chin-length haircut that's longer in the front and graduated into...

Blunt Bob Hairstyles With Layers

A blunt bob with layers is definitely a hairstyle "Hall of Famer." This iconic look has been sported by almost every credibly stylish celebrity, from Victoria Beckham and Anna Wintour to Jessica Alba and Gwyneth Paltrow. The list is...

Elevated Bob Hairstyles

Your mom tried to steer you on the straight and narrow, but you and she both knew you couldn't resist working through all the angles. The upward angle from chin to nape, for instance, defines this sleek, trendy and oh-so-feminine "elevated...

Easy Bob Pin-Up Hairstyles

Whatever the length of your bob -- ear-length or chin-skimming -- a pretty updo can offer a fast change of pace. Make easy bob pin-up hairstyles to create chic and sassy looks. With your hair piled high, you’re ready for either high style or...

How to Make a Stacked Bob Haircut Fade Perfectly

Stacked bobs -- especially the inverted variety -- are eye-catching and chic, but only if they are executed properly. A tapered bob that seems to jump from one length to the next appears choppy and disconnected. To avoid the gaps, you must blend...

How to Cut a Bob Shorter in the Back With Layers

Hairstyles featuring sloping lines, drastic change in length, and geometrical interest really catch the eye. If you want all eyes on you, your hair has to be dramatic. Short, stacked layers in the back and sloping, plunging length up front are the...

Tricks for Using Hair Wax in a Bob

Once reserved for the barbershop, hair wax and pomades have come a long way. Slick back your bob, separate a blunt bang or add some sexy shine and swing with a styling product borrowed from the boys. Unlike his sweater, wax is a hair styling...

Drastic Bob Hairstyles

As a diva who likes to push the edge with beauty, transforming your hair with a drastic bob cut can turn a teeny fashion spark into a full flame. These styles take regular bob cuts outside the box. As a result, you look ultra-trendy and...

Layered, Inverted Bob Hairstyles

True fashionistas are constantly on the lookout for styles that are edgy and timeless. For hair, the layered, inverted bob style meets both requirements. This style works at many different lengths and can be adjusted to suit your face type, so...

A-Line Bob Hairstyle Tips

Are you ready to ditch your super long locks for a chic, short style? Consider getting an A-line bob, a classic haircut where the front of your hair is longer than the back. This hairstyle is edgy, chic and extra easy to maintain -- probably even...

How to Cut Long Hair for an Inverted Bob

Inverted bobs combine the blunt medium length of a bob cut with layering that gives the hairstyle movement and swing. Thinking through each step before you pick up the scissors will prevent the look from getting too short. Cut first, then...

What to Wear With an Inverted Bob

While you're probably totally excited over your new edgy inverted bob, you're also likely confused over what ensembles are most ideal for enhancing your new 'do. Also known as an asymmetrical bob, this hairstyle has a geometric appearance with...

Can the Bob Haircut Be Used on People With Fine Hair?

A bob haircut is a cute way to go short without going too short. Just because you've got thin locks doesn't mean you can't cut a bob. The look can work for every hair type and texture, so if your hair is a little bit thinner, go ahead and try a...

Hairstyles for Short Hair- Bobs & Stacked or Wedge Bobs

The bob was first created in 1909 by French hairstylist Antoine de Paris. The bob is not only fresh and fun, but it is very versatile as well. You can wear a super short stacked style, an asymmetrical version or even steal celeb Victoria...

A Medium-to-Long Bob Hairstyle

Out of all the haircuts a diva can get, a bob is probably the trendiest, with a medium-to-long bob generally working best. These cuts are popular because they're so flattering on just about any lady, and because they suit so many different...

Bowl Bob Hairstyles

The idea of a bowl cut may cause an immediate feeling of panic and images of childhood friends -- boys, no less -- with the style also referred to as "mushroom cut." Granted, such trauma is not unexpected, but pause for a moment and...

Long-Banged Bob Hairstyles

Long, curly tresses are feminine, sexy and they can even be sweet. But that look is just a bit too tame and old-fashioned. If you're looking for something different, why not try a look that's sophisticated, modern and yet classic -- the...

Bob Haircuts for Round Faces

Bobs are chic, modern and classic all at the same time, but that's not the best part about them. The best part is they can be worn by every face shape. If you've got one of those round faces, be happy that you'll look young for years to come --...

Layered Bob Hairstyles for an Oblong Face

Oblong faces are a good bit longer than they are wide. They're longer than the oval face shape and usually have a high forehead. They can have a rounded or rectangular edge. Hairstyles that emphasize length tend to make your face look longer, so...

Shoulder Length Layered Bob Haircut

Bobs are a classic hair style that can seriously recharge your locks. These cuts virtually never go out of fashion, simply because they can be personalized in so many ways and keep hair at a length that isn't too hard to manage. Layers give a...

Hairstyles With a Blond Bob

Whether you're sporting a blond bob after chopping off a longer 'do, or if this is your trademark-style-since-I-was-a-little-girl look, you might not realize just how versatile this hairstyle is. If you're under the impression that you're locked...

How to Undercut Your Own Bob Hairstyle

Once your bob starts to hang a little low on your shoulders, you may get the urge to tighten it up a little. When your bob starts developing a little extra weight, it starts losing the bounce that first attracted you to the style. (Just like when...

How to Cut African-American Hair Into a Bob

The bob is a classic, popular style worn by African-American women. It is a versatile haircut that can be as edgy as an asymmetrical style or as retro as a mushroom cut. Whether you part your hair in the middle or on the side or wear bangs, you...

Hair Styles for Short Layered Bobs

Short layered bobs are anything but boring. Style options abound for every personality and hair type, from daring trends to classic looks. Layers make styling short hair simple, helping the hair to fall in place exactly the way you want. Parting...