Characteristics of the classic model
The traditional bob and the classic bob are often called one hairstyle. The haircuts are similar in appearance and technique. Unlike a bob with smooth border lines, a bob is characterized by a rounded contour. The strands softly outline the head. The length of the haircut reaches the chin. There is no bangs.
In modern execution, the classic form has undergone changes. The hairstyle received a difference in length. The smooth contour of the posterior border smoothly transitions into a slight extension in the front. The occipital part is complemented by graduation, which further softens the outline of the haircut. The option is performed with bangs.
General description of the short length option
The classic bob haircut appeared at the beginning of the 20th century. An outstanding hairdresser of that time, Antoine de Paris, came up with a form that became beloved by many. The hairstyle was simply called bob, which translated from English means short-cropped hair.
The classic version of the hairstyle, which came into fashion in the 20s, remained unchanged for a long time. Experiments with the traditional form began only in the 60s and 70s. The option for ultra-short hair appeared only in the 80s and 90s.
A short hairstyle barely covers the ears or leaves them in sight. In modern times, there are many variations of haircuts: with lengthening, asymmetry, volume at the crown. Most often, the back of the head is cut short, increasing the length of the strands towards the face.
Straight hair is a suitable base for a short bob. Natural curls will have to be carefully styled.
Attention! The hairstyle is rarely done without bangs. The option is usually supplemented with different ways of designing the front strands.
Differences between a bob and a square
These haircuts became popular almost at the same time. But not everyone knows the difference between a bob and a square. Hairstyles are often confused due to their external similarity. Both styles in the classic version are characterized by conciseness and smoothness of the strands. But each of them has distinctive features.
The bob haircut dates back to Ancient Egypt and was used by both men and women. They forgot about it for a long time, but in the 20th century, hairdressers improved the style and made it exclusively for women. This hairstyle is characterized by graphic bangs, an even parting and hair cut to the same length. With hair that resembles a square cut, you can cover full cheeks and wide cheekbones.
Who is it suitable for?
Short haircuts always open up the face and neck and draw attention to features and complexion. This must be taken into account when choosing a hairstyle model. A short bob is best suited for petite ladies with a small face and expressive features. The haircut will successfully highlight a long neck.
Women with a large build are better off choosing longer variations. Short strands on your head and a voluminous nape will draw attention to extra pounds. An obstacle to getting a haircut will be not only fullness, but also an overweight, masculine build.
It is not recommended to expose the oval too much to those with a round, rectangular face shape. The option for short hair can be done with a strong lengthening of the front strands (to the chin), oblique bangs, and graduations.
The haircut fits well into the image of young girls and mature women. Youthful audacity can be emphasized with torn strands and bright coloring. Middle-aged women are better off choosing smooth outlines and natural shades.
The structure of the hair is not fundamentally important. A shortened version of the traditional shape will add volume to thin hair, lighten a tough mop, and allow you to achieve order in light curls. Even damaged, weakened hair will get a decent look, “new breath” for a speedy recovery.
With a short option, you can safely go to work in the office, on a romantic date or an informal meeting with friends. The hairstyle can be quickly modified, adapting to the circumstances.
Who is the hairstyle contraindicated for?
Owners of:
- heavy build;
- large features or noticeable defects on the face;
- pronounced round, square oval;
- tight curls;
- ugly skull shape;
- short, thick neck.
Before getting a haircut, it is recommended to additionally consult with a hairdresser. The specialist will evaluate external data and offer options for correcting deficiencies. You may not have to give up your hairstyle by choosing a more suitable modification.
Preparatory stage
Cutting short hair is a responsible job that must be performed by a hairdresser. Even minor errors in execution can attract attention at a minimum length. With this in mind, you shouldn't try to cut a short bob on your own.
In the salon, the master uses straight scissors to cut the length, and serrated scissors for thinning. Additional tools include clamps and combs. You may need a clipper or razor to shape your neck. The cost of a hairdresser’s services depends on the professionalism of the hairdresser, ranging from 300–3000 rubles.
Preparing for a haircut will involve assessing the length and shape of your hair. The length of the back of the head is rarely taken into account, and the length of the front strands can become decisive.
Execution options
A short bob allows you to be different. It's not just about the variety of styling options. There are various modifications of the haircut.
With and without bangs
The modern bob is rarely cut without bangs. This option is suitable for those with a low forehead, regular oval shape, and beautiful facial features. Avoiding shortening the front strands is a must for curly hair.
bob without bangs
The presence of bangs diversifies the hairstyle and helps correct some defects in appearance. Straight long strands will hide a sloping forehead and draw attention to the lower part of the face: lips, chin, neck.
bob with bangs
Oblique bangs will help balance out a wide, heavy oval. Strands on one side distract attention from the cheekbones and nose. Torn bangs will add enthusiasm to your appearance and refresh your image.
bob with side bangs
Ultra short length
Ultra-short haircuts are chosen with care. A hairstyle of this format is suitable for those with ideal appearance. The absence of the bulk of hair on the head will draw attention to any imperfections.
An ultra-short length bob will require attention: frequent updating of the cut and hair color. But the hairstyle looks good on any type of hair. Even light curls will not be a hindrance to creating such a feminine look. Bright coloring will be an addition.
ultra short bob
cap
A bob of a traditional shape in a short version, like a “Sesson”, looks like a neat hat. This option will hide imperfections in the contours of the skull. The shape softens the angularity of features and combines favorably with an elongated face. The hairstyle emphasizes femininity, ideal for romantic natures and older ladies.
Hair of normal hardness is the most successful solution for this model. In this case, you won’t have to waste time on installation. Thin strands will require attention, curls risk looking like a ball. This option goes well with painting in natural tones.
Volumetric crown
This option is good for thin hair. The hairstyle receives additional volume due to multi-layer cutting of strands using the cascade technique. The back of the head looks neat, and the crown is shortened. Often the modification is complemented by lengthening the front strands.
bob with voluminous crown
Important! Light lightening will help enhance the volume effect. Very dark colors are not recommended.
Graduation
Decorating cuts with torn strands allows you to refresh your appearance. The option slightly distracts attention from the heavy oval and irregular features. The model is chosen by young girls who dream of a stylish appearance, and older ladies who want to rejuvenate their image. An addition will be natural coloring and highlighting.
graduated bob
Asymmetry
A shortened model with asymmetry is the choice of brave girls. This option is more suitable for young and daring people. Often the short side of the hairstyle is not just cut, but shaved. The long part is usually represented by oblique bangs, smoothly turning into the overall length. A great addition to a haircut is creative coloring.
asymmetrical bob
Option with bangs
A bob haircut with bangs is often offered to women and girls with a wide forehead, which allows them to visually significantly reduce its size.
The haircut option allows you to make her look much younger. Because bangs, which everyone has been accustomed to since childhood, are a sign of youth.
One thing to remember is that if you wear a haircut on straight hair (that is, do not curl it with a curling iron or curlers), then the bangs should be straight. The integrity of the image is lost.
If a woman chooses a haircut with an asymmetrical accent, then the bangs should also be made using this technology.
Execution technology
To cut a bob for short hair, follow the standard work pattern:
- Wet, well-combed hair is parted into working areas. Draw vertically, getting 2 equal parts. Using a horizontal line, the back of the head and the vertex-parietal region are separated.
- They start cutting from the bottom. A thin strand is formed with a horizontal parting. The curl is grabbed between the fingers. The cut is made in a straight line. The back of the head area is cut evenly.
- A cap is formed in the crown area, increasing the length of the strands. The cuts are made using the “strand by strand” technology. When lengthening towards the face, cuts are made at an angle of 45 degrees.
- The last ones to do are edging, thinning, and bangs.
The classic scheme can be complemented by graduation and cascade transition of length. The master focuses on the appearance and wishes of the client. The finishing touch will be styling the result.
Video of cutting a graduated bob with oblique bangs.
Video of women's bob haircut for short hair.
Classic bob with a modern twist
Thanks to the French hairdresser Antoine de Paris, the world was able to learn about such a haircut as the classic bob. The hairstyle was done for an actress who was supposed to play a teenager in middle age. The haircut was condemned for a long time, but at the same time it attracted overwhelming interest. Girls who had such a haircut were fired from their jobs, and their husbands filed for divorce. But, after a while, aggression towards the hairstyle subsided, and the haircut gained popularity, adorning thousands of women.
The bob hairstyle did not require much time to style and always looked stylish. Over time, stylists began to improve it, creating new variations. This is how the bob haircut with extension and bangs appeared .
Long for medium hair
Many people think that bobs can be done by those with short hair, but this judgment is completely wrong. Bob is done for those women whose hair length reaches shoulder level or slightly longer. A lengthened bob always looks neat and natural, and styling does not take much time.
Women's bob hairstyle for medium hair is suitable for girls who have naturally fine hair texture. Correct execution of the technique will make your hair visually more voluminous. The technology allows you to perform a haircut in such a way that you have a well-groomed and salon-like look every day. This styling is very stylish and modern.
The elongated bob has several variations with bangs, which can be elongated, oblique, straight or short.
With and without bangs
A bob haircut for medium hair with bangs perfectly emphasizes the contours of the face. Women's bob haircut for medium hair looks impressive on both straight hair and wavy hair. Recently, the combination of bangs with a haircut has been chosen by the most stylish fashionable girls and women who want to make their image unique and create a certain charm.
Styling and care
Styling a short bob won't be a problem. For coarse hair, just dry it and point the ends in the right direction. Thin hair will have to be helped with a hairdryer and brushing to gain volume. If the length allows, you can help the process by using curlers or a styler. Curls are straightened or arranged when dried with a hairdryer. Various styling products are used for fixation.
Fashionable negligence can be created by hand. Moisten your fingers with modeling gel or wax, ruffle your hair, lifting the hairs up. The hair can be combed back, secured with varnish or gel. The result is a strict, elegant look.
You will have to update your haircut frequently. Ultra-short options require visiting a hairdresser at least once a month. Longer models can be refreshed once every 1.5–2 months. To maintain neatness, hair coloring is updated in a timely manner.
Advantages and disadvantages
A bob for short hair requires minimal attention. The haircut is suitable for women of any age and allows you to look fresh and stylish.
The option will require a competent assessment of appearance. The hairstyle is not suitable for everyone, but with the right selection of parameters it will allow you to correct various shortcomings.
The model requires precise execution. Any mistakes stand out clearly against the background of minimal hair. Correcting errors is difficult. The option will require frequent updates.
Don't cut off your bangs
This haircut option is suitable for women with a rectangular face type.
And thinning the side strands will help visually reduce the volume of the front part below, making it more feminine and pretty. I would also like to note that a bob haircut without bangs is even easier to style than with bangs.
And styling options can be changed every day, for example:
- Round the ends of your hair at the bottom using a hair dryer and a round comb;
- Wrap it in curlers and make a creative mess;
- Using a curling iron, create a wavy effect, and the image of a romantic lady is ready;
- If necessary, they can simply be gathered into a tail.
Read also: The most beautiful haircuts for long hair
This haircut option should not be chosen by those with a large forehead or oval face. The forehead will not be hidden, and the face will be further elongated.
There is no need to perform this type of haircut yourself, because only the experienced hands of a hairdresser know which strand to cut shorter and which longer, so that the image sparkles in a new light.
Examples from the stars
Victoria Beckham is an outspoken admirer of the bob haircut. The girl tried different variations of her hairstyle. A bob with a short nape and elongated front strands is a favorite celebrity model. Shailene Woodley, Charlize Theron, Emma Watson and many other celebrities also tried short bobs.
Victoria Beckham and Shailene Woodley
Charlize Theron and Emma Watson
To look bright and original, you don’t have to have a shocking haircut. A short bob will make you look fresh and fashionable, creating either eccentric or soft feminine looks.
Laying options
A bob hairstyle made for medium-length hair can be styled differently each time, depending on the woman’s mood.
The usual classic option is a smooth bend of the tips to the inside.
For this:
- You need to wash your hair.
- Prepare a hairdryer and a wide round comb. The option of using a massager will not work, since the styling will not be smooth, but will be crooked at the bottom.
- Dry your hair by starting with the bottom hair, twirling it around a comb, and gradually moving to the top.
- In order to prevent the ends from drying out, they need to be lubricated with protective oil.
The styling option is suitable for every day.
If a woman wants to look fresh and creative, then the bob hairstyle can be styled:
- Wash your hair in the evening as usual and curl your hair with curlers.
- That part of them that cannot be twisted is dried using a hairdryer according to the method described.
- In the morning, the curlers must be removed and the curls tousled with your hands; if necessary, some of them can be fastened with bobby pins and fixed with varnish.
It is well suited for romantic meetings. This styling option is well emphasized by light summer dresses.
