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50 Hot Bob Haircuts and Hairstyles That’ll Make You Go for the Chop

14. Shaggy Bob with Curtain Bangs. Shaggy bobs look especially mesmerizing on brunettes, as dark hair reveals the rock-n-roll essence of such hairstyles best. The curtain bangs also complement the round shape of the face and the overall look.

Don’t let the fear of short hair keep you from trying a bob haircut. Overcome it by just going for the chop – you will instantly fall in love with your new gorgeous look!

We’ve got 50 perfect examples of bob cut hairstyles for 2023 covering different lengths, hair types, and textures. Get ready to find the one that will steal your heart.

1. Short Shaggy Bob. Bob styles can range from shoulder-length cuts to super short shaggy crops and we love them all. Go for that 90s’ grunge look ASAP!

2. Short Layered Bob. Miss cute beachy waves in the colder months? You can have that beachy texture all year round – just use a beach spray before styling.

3. Messy Bob Haircut. If you’re into the just-woke-up look, try a messy bob. This hairstyle oozes careless vibes while looking chic and classy. Comb your hair over to add more volume and enhance the disheveled look.

4. Natural Gray Curls. Embrace the natural color and texture of your hair. You may even enhance them by adding some lowlights and diffused curls. We love how beautiful the different shades of gray look in the bob cut.

5. Stacked Bob Haircut. An artistically messy bob cut is a style desired by many! After all, not everyone can pull it off! However, if your hair is naturally wavy, you are among the lucky ones and can be sure this cut will look great on you.

6. Chopped Center-Parted Bob. The middle part goes well with any face shape. By covering the sides of your face, long bob hairstyles make you seem a little mysterious, and we mean it in the best way possible.

Bob Hairstyle with a Middle Part
By Hiro

7. Textured Layered Shag. Major fringe alert! Be bold and style your shaggy layered bob as messy as you want with some dry shampoo for extra bounce.

8. Bob for Thick Hair. Look at that texture?! Opt for longer bangs that sweep past your eyebrows for a sexy, mysterious style.

9. Cute Loose Bob. Only a few hairstyles can boast to be as timeless and voguish as bob hairstyles. The style transcends decades and, like fine wine, keeps getting better. These before and after pictures give us reason to fall deeper in love with bobs.

10. Feathered Bob. We love how wispy those uneven layers are! If you need a voluminous bob for fine hair – this is the one. You can have volumizing layers throughout your bob to make it light and feathered.

11. Feathered Bob with Highlights. A bob hair cut with full highlights is a simple yet gorgeous style that is pretty universal. Simply pick the lighter tone that fits you best and opt for layers to add texture.

12. Tousled Platinum Bob. You will need to invest in hair products, such as mousse, to define the waves in your haircut. This is totally worth it when it comes to lighter hair shades, such as platinum or silver.

13. Sleek Long Layers. Get that post-salon look with long layers by blow-drying your hair all over and running a straightener through it to keep frizziness at bay.

14. Shaggy Bob with Curtain Bangs. Shaggy bobs look especially mesmerizing on brunettes, as dark hair reveals the rock-n-roll essence of such hairstyles best. The curtain bangs also complement the round shape of the face and the overall look.

15. Medium-Length Inverted Bob. Variations of the classic bob keep springing up from time to time. The super-trendy inverted bob hair is one of them. The longer pieces in the front provide more styling options.

16. Patchy Balayage Bob. Not only bright colors look rebellious! If you are up for a spiced-up look, try a jagged bob with uneven balayage highlights. Mixing tones and adding lighter shades is definitely helpful for the purpose!

17. Wavy Shaggy Lob. And the title “Bob Haircut 2023” goes to… the messy piece-y lob with a side part! Not only does it fit the modern lifestyle but it also looks gorgeous, especially with beach blonde hair.

18. Lob with Uneven Ends. If you have dark hair, these highlights will be an absolute success! It is a fresh, creative, and romantic styling solution, and the shaggy ends are hard not to love.

19. Sassy Waves with Shadow Roots. A middle part is cute and rewarding for most face shapes if you keep the length below the chin. The subtle waves bring the movement you want to see in a modern bob.

20. Thick Bob with Bangs. Looking for a style that is more versatile and different from the traditional bob cut? How about a bob haircut with bottleneck bangs? Pair your chosen bob style with bangs for a chic look.

21. Inverted Bob Shag. Bob hairstyles are a feast for the eyes, especially when they don’t follow traditional rules. This stacked bob with face-framing blonde streaks is a sight to remember.

22. Short Ash Blonde Bob. Shorter hairstyles are mostly preferred by very confident women who are not afraid to show off their beautiful neck and face. Add chunky layers to steal even more curious glances.

23. Classic A-Line Bob with Highlights. A-line bob haircuts are phenomenal. Think of a hairstyle that gives you an instant sophisticated vibe, think A-line bob hairstyles. Longer in the front and shorter at the back, an A-line bob is all that and more.

24. Disconnected Rose Gold Bob. Shadow root makes bob haircuts for women easier to maintain and can be combined harmoniously even with unusual shades. Check out how this fancy rose gold is blended with the dark roots!

25. Messy Layered Bob. To style a bob like that, you will need a hair mousse to help you create these beautiful, carefree waves. Tousle your hair during the day to make sure it doesn’t fall flat.

26. Textured Inverted Lob. Such cute bob haircuts deliver effortless styling and a trendy look. Fun elements, such as bleached pieces in the front, an inverted shape, and shaggy layers are the hallmarks of the look.

27. Bob Crop with Jagged Bangs. From the variety of bob styles available, this one could be the most creative option! The jagged bangs and short shaggy pieces of the cut make this hairdo one-of-a-kind.

28. Two-Layer Inverted Bob. Bob hairstyles for women with a lifted crown are guaranteed to appear voluminous. If that’s what your main focus is, think no longer – this style is ideal!

29. Tousled Bob with Chestnut Babylights. Partial highlights in a soft shade are our top pick for those who want to keep it natural. Freshen up your look without bleaching your hair!

30. Black Bob with Root Lift. This hairstyle might be one of the best bob haircuts for women because it’s simple and classy. The only thing you may want to do is lift your roots to bring more texture to the cut.

Classy Black Bob Haircut
By Hiro

31. Long Bob Cut. Slight waves can transform your “bed head” into a chic, trendy bob. Style it with a medium-sized curling iron wrapping pieces of hair around the barrel and holding for about 10 seconds.

32. Shoulder-Length Bob with Front Highlights. For women who like more styling options, a longer bob hairstyle is the best choice. A bob haircut that stops right at the shoulder can be styled into braids or a pony. Highlights in a fitting color will add more glitz.

33. Beige Blonde Bob Hairstyle. Bobbed hair can be plain and boring, sort of. You need to bring in styling ideas that would make your bob more interesting. A great way to style a bob is by highlighting your hair.

34. Messy Blunt Cut Bob. Another cute and sweet bob style for ladies whose hair isn’t really full. A blunt-cut bob with a messy feel can give your hair that voluminous look you want. Add a plaster of color here and there for more drama.

35. Cropped Bob with Bangs. Add this to your list of 2023 bob haircuts. This bob is too edgy and cool to miss it.

36. Modern Stacked Bob. Show off your stacked layers with a side-parted bob cut bringing volume and body to straight hair.

37. Chin-Length Layered Bob. Incorporate layers to your bob cut to eliminate that stiff appearance and add movement to your hair. Elevating the layers at the back and keeping the front longer would help to frame the shape of your face and make it look slimmer.

38. Short Shaggy Cut. Short bob hairstyles can look messy at times but it’s all about how you style them. If you want it to look grungy – go for it. Use a styling cream or dry shampoo to get the desired style.

39. Rusty Red Bob. Bob haircut styles are indeed versatile. Find your bob cut version and rock it in style. Her bob hairstyle looks really cool on her. We couldn’t help noticing the flipped ends and that patch of silver blonde highlight in the front.

40. Tousled Wavy Bob. The above-the-shoulder length is super sexy and loved by many because you can easily style it however you want and it will always look flawless. Don’t be afraid to make it messy.

41. Black Razored Bob. Mid length bobs are super popular because you can still put your hair in a ponytail and style it curly or straight while having the desired movement and definition.

42. Mid-Length Wavy Bob. Currently trending bob haircuts are moving away from the classic stiff shape to blunt-cut straight line hanging just above the shoulders. These styles are much fuller and suited for thin hair.

Blunt-Cut Bob for Thin Hair
By Kate

43. Shattered Bob with Bangs. This style departs a bit from the traditional bob to feature choppy ends. The bob is layered to create more movement. The shattered ends give this style a textured finish.

44. Classic Jaw-Length Bob. A timeless hairstyle, always as cute and unique as ever. The wide curtain bangs added a cool twist to this classic bob hairstyle. The layers broke down the traditional single block to add more sway to her bob.

45. Micro-Bob Haircut. This is one of our favorite bob haircut styles. The front hair ends somewhere at your jaw while the back hits just at the nape of your neck. The front can be parted in any way you prefer.

46. Lob with Shaggy Layers. A shoulder-length bob that can boast volume and texture is amazing to look at. If you want to achieve such results, go for layers of different lengths and tousle them with your fingers.

47. Chin-Length Waves. If you notice some thinning on one side of your hair, try switching up your part to get the body you’re missing.

48. Choppy Bob. The choppy bob is one of the most universal bob cut hair styles because it can work on all lengths! To style a choppy bob, curl it or let your natural texture shine through. Complete with a fun clip if you want an accent.

49. Platinum Messy Waves. A feathered bob with messy waves is just what you need to gain confidence with a short ‘do. Style it wavy or blow it out straight and sleek for a sexy date night style.

50. Blonde Choppy Layers. To style a bob, try blowing it out first and then go through the layers with a straightener giving them a subtle midshaft bent or smoothing them out for a sleek, flowy look. You can also style it curly with a medium-sized curling iron for cute waves.

We hope you have found your dream bob haircut. Don’t shy away from the chop – you won’t know until you try!

by Victoria Morales
Victoria is a freelance writer living in NYC. She loves writing about lifestyle, skin care and all things hair. She's always open to sharing ideas on new trendy hair colors, haircuts and hairstyles.
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  • gag
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    short shaggy bob was mamma-mia beautiful

  • Baris
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    thanks for the post