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Ask the Experts: Johnnie Wright on Rocking a Bob

Not only is the bob one of the most timeless, classic haircuts of all time, it's also one of the most versatile! With all the different shapes and incarnations of the style (think bangs, waves, layers, shaggy pieces), virtually every woman in the world can rock a bob. We chatted with Johnnie Wright, Artistic Style Director for Softsheen Carson — and Michelle Obama's hairstylist — about the changing face of the bob and how to make yours look its brilliant best. Check out our favorite celeb bobs for inspiration!
Ask the Experts: Johnnie Wright on Rocking a Bob
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By Tia Williams · Updated October 29, 2020
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Not only is the bob one of the most timeless, classic haircuts of all time, it’s also one of the most versatile! With all the different shapes and incarnations of the style (think bangs, waves, layers, shaggy pieces), virtually every woman in the world can rock a bob.

We chatted with Johnnie Wright, Artistic Style Director for Softsheen Carson — and Michelle Obama’s hairstylist — about the changing face of the bob and how to make yours look its brilliant best.

Check out our favorite celeb bobs for inspiration!