Popsugar Beauty Short Hairstyles Complete Guide to the Different Types of Bob Haircuts The Only Guide to the Different Types of Bob Haircuts You Need August 16, 2023 by Jessica Harrington Image Source: Getty / Christian Vierig Many of us have a little voice in our heads chanting, "Chop it off!" as we gaze at our hair in the mirror. There's just something about a bob haircut that feels enticing whenever we're in need of a change. It's continually one of the year's biggest haircut trends for a reason. While deciding to take the plunge and cut your hair into a bob can be difficult, once you do, you'll have a ton of options when it comes to styling. Who knows, maybe getting a bob hairstyle will allow you to unlock that main-character energy that you've been chasing all along. (Just look at Hailey Bieber's fresh cut.) The short bob haircut is one of the most versatile hairstyles for short hair. That's what makes it so great: it works for all hair types and textures and looks drastically different depending on the length, layers, or inclusion of bangs. Popular variations include the blunt bob, A-line bob haircut (aka angled bob haircut), sliced bob, "box" bob, and stacked bob haircut — and that's only a select few from a long list. Plenty of A-list celebrities are big fans of the chin-grazing style. In addition to Bieber, you also have Millie Bobby Brown, who brought back her bob for her 19th birthday, Emma Stone, who resurrected her iconic bob, and Lily Allen, who got a bob and went blond. We'd also be remiss not to mention Emily Ratajkowski, who went shorter than ever before with her recent bob haircut and bangs. Ahead, we're breaking down the chicest types of bob haircuts out there — from the "flob" to the cool french bob — that will convince you to lean into your short-hair impulses. — Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes and Sarah Siegel Hailey Bieber's Choppy Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hailey Rhode Baldwin Bieber (@haileybieber) Bieber's bob haircut is choppy with soft layering throughout. 1 / 33 Millie Bobby Brown's Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by KELSEY DEENIHAN FISHER (@kdeenihan) Brown's bob haircut features flipped-in ends for a slightly retro feel. 2 / 33 Italian Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Simona Tabasco 🌶 (@simonatabasco) As seen on Simona Tabasco from "The White Lotus," the Italian bob is luminous and wavy with lots of texture and body. 3 / 33 Curly Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by KAÉDI (@itznamara) Bobs look stunning on curly hair, as seen here. 4 / 33 Medium Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elisabeth Leão (@dicas_de_cabeloscampinas) on Jan 26, 2019 at 2:19pm PST A medium bob haircut is great for anyone on the fence about chopping off their hair — you still should be able to put it in a low ponytail with this length. 5 / 33 Long Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by JUANDIEGOTEO • balayage hair (@juandiegoteo_) If you're afraid of going too short, opt for a long bob haircut that reaches your clavicle. 6 / 33 French Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Victoria Nana ApeaKroama (@nak_vic) on Jan 24, 2019 at 2:55pm PST The french bob haircut is a super chic style that is easy to style. 7 / 33 Curly Bob Haircut With Bangs View this post on Instagram A post shared by ASHEVILLE NC HAIR ✦ shags • mullets • curls • bobs • bangs (@skipdoeshair) Pair your curly bob haircut with bangs for an ultra-voluminous look. 8 / 33 A-Line Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Da Hair 💥 Videos 🍓 Beauty (@imallaboutdahair) on Jan 24, 2019 at 1:41pm PST For a more dramatic cut, go for the ever-popular A-line bob haircut. 9 / 33 Angular Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by HAIRSTYLIST|VIVID SPECIALIST🎨 (@lauramaystevenshair) on Jan 23, 2019 at 11:19pm PST Angular bobs can be softer if you add more layers to the style and don't go as short. 10 / 33 Sleek Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by “ Everybody LOVES’ Lucy”🥰 (@lucy__do) A sleek bob haircut looks great styled with a middle part and lots of shine on the ends. 11 / 33 Pixie Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Delilah (@delilah_hair_studio) on Jan 24, 2019 at 12:52pm PST If you're not afraid of going super short, the pixie bob haircut can be a great head-turning option. 12 / 33 Textured Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alice Gandolfi Parrucchieri (@alice.gandolfi.parrucchieri) Textured bobs are great for those with wavy and curly hair textures. For this type of haircut, a texturizer is your best friend. 13 / 33 Shaggy Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindsey Bridges Hair (@lindseybridgeshair) Shed all of that extra length and dead ends with a short, chin-grazing shaggy bob. 14 / 33 Choppy Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Maes House of Beauty (@missmaeshouseofbeauty) on Jan 28, 2019 at 8:50am PST To add lots of body and movement to your hair, opt for a choppy bob haircut. 15 / 33 Bob Haircut With Layers View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alice Gandolfi Parrucchieri (@alice.gandolfi.parrucchieri) If you're looking for something with a lot of texture, a layered bob haricut is for you. 16 / 33 Box Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by CASH (@cashlawlesshair) on Jan 28, 2019 at 6:37am PST The box bob perfectly frames the face for a sharp, angular look. 17 / 33 Wavy Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rebecca Pearson 🐝 (@1rebeccapearson) on Jan 28, 2019 at 6:32am PST If you have wavy hair, you'll find that styling your bob is easy without any heat as long as you have the right products. 18 / 33 Bob Haircut With Layers View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stunning Styles Hair (@stunning.styles.hair.co) on Jan 28, 2019 at 7:34am PST Layers don't have to be choppy — you can get smooth, cascading ones like this. 19 / 33 Bob Haircut With Bangs View this post on Instagram A post shared by Torrie Hart 💕 Minneapolis Hairstylist (@torrie.hart.hair) Bangs elevate your traditional bob haircut in seconds. 20 / 33 Flob Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aveda Nordic (@avedanordic) on Jan 28, 2019 at 2:23am PST The "flob" haircut features ends that are flicked in for an added touch of personality. 21 / 33 Inverted Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by LACE WIG.TAPE INS.TISSAGE. POSE AVEC/SANS COLLE (@desmondhair) An inverted bob haircut is slightly longer in the front and shorter in the back, creating a face-framing style. 22 / 33 Wavy Long Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elisabeth Leão (@dicas_de_cabeloscampinas) on Jan 27, 2019 at 1:30pm PST This long bob haircut has a lot of texture at the ends of the hair for movement. 23 / 33 Blunt Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sarah Satongar (@sarahsatongar) on Jan 27, 2019 at 1:07pm PST The blunt bob haircut pairs perfectly with the micro bangs at the front. 24 / 33 Curly Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jayne Matthews (@jayne_edosalon) It's a misconception that those with curly hair can't wear a bob haircut. In reality, the style can look ultra sophisticated. 25 / 33 Angular Wavy Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hair Makeover Specialist ❤️Chi Ohtsu (@chihairnyc) The angular bob is a classic choice. It makes for a head-turning haircut and looks great with wavy hair. 26 / 33 Textured Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by BAD APPLE HAIR (@badapplehair) A textured bob haircut works great for those with thick hair — it'll give you so much body. 27 / 33 Wavy-Long Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by CA hairstylist (@lbchair) Not big on change? Ease into your new look with a long bob haircut. 28 / 33 Pixie Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nastia Gavrilova (@nicenasty___) An ultra-short, pixie-bob-haircut combo is great for anyone who's over the maintenance that comes with having long hair. 29 / 33 Short Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tony Musto (@tonymustoparrucchieri) This short bob haircut is really soft and flattering. 30 / 33 Bob Haircut With Wispy Bangs View this post on Instagram A post shared by Brian Aguilar (@brianaguilarhair) The wispy bangs on this choppy bob haircut are the icing on top of the cake. 31 / 33 Sharp A-Line Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ciprian Vaida (@ciprianvaidahair) If you really want to make a statement, go for a sharp A-line bob. 32 / 33 Shaggy Bob Haircut View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marcella (@celladiggshair) A shaggy bob is the perfect I-woke-up-like-this style that requires minimal styling to look good. 33 / 33 Short HairstylesBeauty TrendsHairHair TrendsHaircutsThe Heads UpBob