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Home · Bobs

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair

Hair trends may come and go, but we’ll always have a place in our heart for the bob. We’ve witnessed the evolution of this iconic cut and like fine wine, it’s only gotten better with time. As one of the more versatile looks in our beauty arsenal, we're privy to the countless ways it can be worn. Be it straight, textured, dyed, layered or any combination of the aforementioned, there's always an opportunity to up the styling ante. And like most reocurring trends, celebrities usually show us how to rock it best. If you're wearing a bob or lob this fall and need inspiration that can be easily recreated, take a few notes from these Hollywood hair slayers. 
By Jennifer Ford · Updated October 26, 2020
01
Create A Middle Part
Channel girl next door vibes with this sleek bob sectioned off by a middle part as seen on our November Cover Star, Gabrielle Union.
12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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02
Clean and Classic

Keep it classic. Kelly Rowland’s jaw length bob is legit #hairgoals.

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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03
Switch Up Your Part

Switch up the classic hairstyle by switching up your part. Try going slightly off center like Viola Davis.

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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04
Add Blunt Bangs

Go out with a bang (literally) like Yara Shahidi. 

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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05
Add Length

If you’re wearing a traditional bob, consider adding length for a sleek lob (long bob) like Angela Bassett. 

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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06
Dip Into Dye

Rock a textured bob Like Taraji P. Henson to achieve effortless beach hair in the dead of winter. Go a step further and dye your locks blonde. 

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07
Get Outrageous In Ombre

If you don’t want to cause excess damage to your roots, simply dye your ends a lighter shade. Ciara’s ombre lob makes for beautiful inspiration. 

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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08
Get Wiggy With It

If you’re ready to fully commit, have fun with a teal wig like Keke Palmer. 

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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09
Layers and Bangs

Rock your bob with side swept bangs like this playful variation spotted on Karrueche Tran.

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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10
Add Deep Body Waves

Give the traditionally sleek do an upgrade with deep body waves like Jhene Aiko. 

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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11
Create Texture With Loose Waves

Add volume to your textured bob by creating sexy waves, a la Rocsi Diaz. 

12 Celebrity Bobs That Will Inspire You to Rock Shorter Hair
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12
Bold & Daring

Channel your inner rock star like Kehlani and take on an unexpected, bold hue. 

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TOPICS:  Angela Bassett Celebrity Hairstyles Ciara Hair Length Keke Palmer Kelly Rowland Taraji P. Henson Viola Davis Yara Shahidi
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