Bob Haircut Ideasfor 2027

The bob haircut 2027 is bringing back is softer and more personal than the sleek, razor-sharp bobs of past years. The most popular versions are the French bob, the blunt lob, the rounded bubble bob, the wavy air-dry bob, and the curly bob cut to keep its shape. There is a bob for nearly every face shape and hair type. The difference lies in length, angle, and how much weight your stylist takes out. “Bob 2027” was one of the two most-seen 2027 queries in our published Search Console dataset.

Below are the main bob haircut ideas for 2027, who each suits, how much upkeep it needs, and the exact words to use at the salon. If you are still deciding whether short hair is right for you, a lob is the easiest place to start.

French bob

A short, chin-length bob, usually cut blunt with a slightly uneven, soft edge and paired with a light fringe. It looks effortless and slightly undone. It suits oval and heart-shaped faces and straight to slightly wavy hair. Fine hair looks especially full in this cut because of the blunt ends. It is less suited to very thick, coarse hair unless the stylist removes weight inside the cut, because the short length can puff out at the sides.

Upkeep is moderate, with a trim every six to eight weeks and a quick fringe trim in between. Ask for “a chin-length French bob, blunt with a soft, broken edge, and a light fringe at the brows.”

Blunt bob and blunt lob

A blunt bob is cut in one length, straight across, anywhere from the chin to just above the shoulders. The blunt lob is the longer version, sitting between the jaw and the collarbone. Both look clean and modern and make hair appear thicker.

The blunt lob suits almost every face shape and hair type, and it is one of the easiest bobs to grow out. A blunt bob at the jaw suits oval, heart, and oblong faces especially. Trims every six to ten weeks depending on length. Ask for “a blunt lob, one length, sitting just above my collarbone.” The layered lob guide shows a softer, layered alternative.

Bubble bob

A rounded, voluminous bob with the ends turned slightly under. It has a retro feel and lots of movement. It suits thick hair, which holds the volume naturally, and oblong or diamond faces that benefit from width at the sides.

Styling takes a blow-dry with a round brush, or a few large velcro rollers while you get ready. On second-day hair, a little dry shampoo at the roots brings the volume back. Trims every six to eight weeks. Ask for “a rounded bob with internal layers for volume, ends cut to curve slightly under.”

Wavy, air-dry bob

A bob cut to sit with your natural wave, so it looks good without a blow-dry. The stylist removes weight at the ends so waves can form. It suits wavy and loose curly hair and most face shapes.

Upkeep is low. A little wave cream or salt spray is all it needs. Scrunch it in on damp hair, then let it dry without touching it. If your waves are uneven, a quick pass with a curling wand on a few front pieces makes it look finished. Ask for “a bob cut on my natural wave, dry or checked dry, with weight removed at the ends so it does not turn triangular.” See our soft waves guide for styling.

Curly bob

A bob shaped for curls, often cut dry, curl by curl, so the curls form a rounded silhouette. A good curly bob avoids the triangle shape where curls bunch at the bottom. It suits curly and coily hair and oval or oblong faces.

Trims every six to eight weeks. Ask for “a rounded curly bob, cut dry, with layers to spread volume evenly.” Our curly hairstyles for 2027 guide covers more curly shapes.

Angled and asymmetrical bobs

Angled bob. Shorter at the back and longer at the front. The angle draws the eye down and slims the face. It suits round and square faces and straight hair. Ask for “an angled bob, front pieces just below my chin, shorter at the nape.”

Asymmetrical bob. One side longer than the other, usually with a deep side part. It adds an edgy, modern touch and breaks up a round outline. It suits straight hair and oval or round faces. Ask for “an asymmetrical bob, two inches longer on my part side.”

Graduated or stacked bob. Stacked layers at the back give volume at the crown. It suits fine hair that lies flat at the back of the head. Ask for “a graduated bob with stacking at the nape for crown lift.”

Micro bob and bixie

The micro bob is very short, sitting around the earlobe or cheekbone. It is bold and graphic, and suits oval faces and people who like a strong look. Trims every five to six weeks.

The bixie is a cross between a bob and a pixie, with short nape and longer layers on top. It is an easy step if you are not ready for a full pixie. Our short hairstyles for women in 2027 guide covers more short options.

Bob haircuts and face shape

• Round: angled or asymmetrical bobs that fall below the chin, with a side part.
• Square: soft, textured bobs that end below the jaw, or a blunt bob at the jaw for a bold look.
• Heart: chin-length bobs that add width at the jaw, like a French bob.
• Oblong: bobs with volume at the sides, like a bubble bob, and a fringe to shorten the face.
• Oval: almost any bob.
• Diamond: chin-length bobs with soft volume at the jaw.

These are starting points. If you are unsure of your shape, try the free face shape detector.

How to ask for a bob

Bob lengths vary a lot, so be precise. Point to exactly where you want the ends to land: chin, jaw, or collarbone. Say whether you want the ends blunt or textured, and whether you want a fringe. Bring a front and side photo. If your hair is thick, ask the stylist to remove weight internally. If it is fine, ask to keep the ends blunt.

Also tell them how you style your hair. A blunt, sleek bob needs a flat iron. A wavy bob can be air-dried. A bubble bob needs a round brush.

If you are cutting off a lot of length, consider going in two steps: a lob first, then a shorter bob at the next appointment once you know how your hair behaves at that length. And if you are planning to grow the bob out later, ask your stylist how it will look at each stage. A blunt lob grows out cleanly. A micro bob or a heavily stacked bob needs a few shaping trims along the way to avoid an awkward phase.

Related guides

• French Bob Ideas for 2027
• Curly Bob Ideas for 2027
• What’s the Best Hair Length for a Round Face?
• The Italian Bob in 2027: Who It Suits and How to Ask
• Blunt Bob: Who It Suits, Lengths, and How to Ask
• Layered Bob: Styles, Who It Suits, and How to Ask
• Asymmetrical Bob: Modern Styles and How to Ask

Try a bob on your own photo first

Going from long hair to a bob is a big change. Hairover lets you upload a clear photo, see recommendations with a match score, and try bob haircuts and hair colors on your own face in Style Studio. Compare a French bob with a lob before you choose.

Preview these cuts on your own photo with Hairover.