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45 Of The Best Bob Hairstyles To Inspire Your 2025 Haircut
No matter your hair type, there truly is a bob for everyone.
The bob haircut shocked society when it was first created by Polish-born hairdresser Antoine de Paris in France in 1909, and it's been in fashion ever since.
In 2025, the bob continues to be one of the hottest hairstyles to have; whether you opt for the voluminous '90s bob, a sharp micro bob or a subtle graduated bob - this haircut is ever evolving and guarantees to have something for every hair type from Afro to thin strands.
What is a bob?
A bob denotes a haircut that usually sits at or around the chin. It became a powerful symbol in the 1920s, when women broke free from sartorial constraints and began experimenting with their clothing and hairstyles alike. In a former life, it was a simple one-length short cut, but today sees every kind of new iteration to choose from - from French bobs to choppy bobs and the modern blunt bob.
'There are a few reasons for the resurgence of the bob,' says A-list hairstylist Paul Edmonds. 'Firstly, every woman I meet has been growing their hair for what seems like forever, so I think the new bob worn blunt with soft internal layers gives them the chance to have a haircut that can be worn in many ways, without having to grow it.'
Which bob hairstyle suits best for my face shape?
As any hairstylist worth their salt will tell you, there is no specific rulebook when it comes to your hair - the look that suits you is an entirely personal choice.
That said, if you are wondering which bob to go for, there are a few things to note: while typically a classic, one-length bob suits heart-shaped, square and round faces, if your face is rounder you may want to opt for a lob (long bob) and square shaped faces could consider an even shorter micro-bob to soften the jawline.
What are the best bob haircuts in 2025?
Making a convincing case for the versatile and ever chic bob, stars like Kendall Jenner, Rihanna and Selena Gomez have jumped to the top of our haircut mood boards. From elegant curved ends to modern flipped tips, this chin-length bob cut is ultra-flattering and can be styled both effortlessly and totally amped up.
'Bobs are so versatile. You could have a French girl jaw-length flared out bob, or Charlize Theron's sleek slicked back at the sides with some height at the top bob,' explains Edmonds.
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The best celebrity bob hair inspiration for summer 2025 and beyond
The swept-back bob: Lupita Nyong’O
Perfect for the warmer months, this style truly puts the face up front and centre and looks fresh while doing so.
The cocktail bob: Selena Gomez
You can’t go wrong with a side-parted bob and a soft wave for that extra polished effect. The old Hollywood vibe is perfect for parties and cocktail hour.
The laidback bob: Kendall Jenner
Jenner’s relaxed bob restores fullness to fine hair thanks to the gentle layers.
The curly bob: Yara Shahidi
Let your curls flourish with a bob that floats just above the shoulders ala Shahidi. It’s a great option for those looking for extra volume.
The mermaid bob: Margot Robbie
There’s really no hairstyle Robbie can’t pull off, but this beachy, wet-look mermaid bob is one of her favourite looks to date.
The sleek bob: Lily Collins
Off-screen, the Emily In Paris star is loyal to her bob. This clean cut version isn’t for the faint of heart, but it makes an impactful statement.
The soft bob: Hailee Steinfeld
Steinfeld’s voluminous bob is all about the soft silhouette. The ends are kept gently curved in, while the subtle side-parting gives a polished finish that’s anything but severe.
Flicked-out bob: Gigi Hadid
Ever the style chameleon, this flicked-out bob brings a sixties, preppy vibe to Hadid's haircut.
Graduated bob: Victoria Beckham
This gently layered bob hairstyle on Victoria Beckham creates a soft silhouette that feels more lived-in than a severe blunt bob.
Wavy bob: Gracie Abrams
The sleek, extra shiny bob has become a Gracie Abrams style signature. For summer, Abrams opted for a wavy, beachy update with plenty of texture.
Glamour bob: Raye
Raye's voluminous bob haircut is the epitome of old school glamour. Styled with a side-parting, this glamorous 'do will go down in pop culture history.
Long wavy bob: Keira Knightley
This mid-length bob is perfect for anyone who's either transitioning into a longer hairstyle or easing into the bob. Knightley's laidback waves is also relatively easy to achieve with a pair of straighteners.
The White Lotus bob: Leslie Bibb
The breakout star of White Lotus season three was arguably Leslie Bibb's side-swept, blonde bob.
Rihanna
No, it's not the first time Rihanna is donning a bob – but it is the singer's debut with an 'old money bob'; the term coined for the luxurious cut doing the rounds on social, which is defined by a voluminous blow-dry and flicked-in ends. As part of the Savage x Fenty campaign shoot, Rihanna added fresh appeal to the trending style via textured ends, honey tones and a major side parting.
Sleek middle-parted bob: Elle Fanning
Pin-straight and past her shoulders has been a signature hair look for Elle Fanning. But the The Great actor has decided it’s time for a shake-up, revealing a new bob haircut on her Instagram. Alongside a pair of scissor emojis, Fanning debuted a middle parting lob haircut with straight ends skimming just past her shoulders. And with a low maintenance, easy-to-style shape and face-framing ‘do, it’s the ultimate Spring refresh. Who’s following suit?
The classic chin-length bob: Sydney Sweeney
After debuting a choppy new cut for Paris Fashion Week, Sydney Sweeney is proving that her daring new 'do really can do it all. Making it's red carpet debut, her fresh chin-grazing bob was styled in a classic Old Hollywood shape complete with curvaceous ends and a sweeping side fringe.
The side-swept bleached bob: Florence Pugh
If it's not the 'Scarface-inspired bob' (a full fringe and flicked-in ends for the uninitiated) or her viral buzz cut, Florence Pugh is serving hairstyle inspiration in the form of a chic, slightly curled and face-framing style; the perfect bob for The Oscars red carpet, we might add.
The side-parted blunt bob: America Ferrera
This classic blunt flipped bob is single-handedly bringing side partings back in style. Sophisticated and chic without distracting from the Barbie star's elegant pink gown, this simple bob styling is the perfect accompaniment for an Oscars red carpet look.
The old Hollywood long bob: Zendaya
While Zendaya has been experimenting with shorter styles, the Euphoria star's grown-out bob has been making waves on the red carpet of late. For the Oscars 96th Annual Academy Awards, she opted for a chic Hollywood spin, with a side parting and curled out flick. We'll be taking this as inspo to our next blow dry appointment.
The wavy long bob: Emma Watson
From her bottleneck bob to 1990s-inspired waves and a full pixie cut, Emma Watson has never been one to shy away from a new hairstyle. For Prada's AW24 show, which took place in Milan during Fashion Week, the actor stepped out with yet another new 'do: a wavy lob and extreme side part.
Proving that the millennial-favourite side parting isn't going anywhere this season, she wore hers with loose waves and her signature chocolate brown hair, paired with a soft smokey eye and nude lip.
Amelia Bell is the Multiplatform Beauty Director for ELLE UK and Harper’s Bazaar, developing beauty strategy, writing, editing, and commissioning, and leading beauty content across both sites. Amelia has a particular interest in wellness and longevity, exploring the skin-mind connection, and decoding the latest treatments, tweakments and runway trends. She also has bylines for Women's Health, Refinery29, British Vogue, Harrods Magazine, and more.
Medina Azaldin is the beauty editor of ELLE and Harper's Bazaar UK, working across print and digital features. She has more than seven years journalism experience and has previously written for Red and Good Hoousekeeping. When she's not demystifying the latest skincare ingredient, sniffing out the next big perfume trend or uncovering the science behind wellness practices, you'll most likely find her in Hatchards Piccadilly or watching a crime series with her cats. Oh, and she's a competitive cheerleader, too.
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