The short bob haircut has taken the world by storm, showcasing facial features and making heads turn. L’Oréal Professionnel’s hair artist, Fabien Giambona, shares insider tips on this fashionable look.
Gracing red carpets and streets alike, the short bob – a favorite of Beyoncé, Cara Delevingne, Margot Robbie, and Caroline Receveur – typically falls around the ear or jawline. Its popularity lies in its versatility, flattering almost all face shapes. However, Fabien suggests that those with round or square faces opt for a blurred or angled bob.
Infuse Originality into Your Short Bob
Take your short bob up a notch with unique textures. Fabien recommends the wet look, curly effect, or nu wave effect for added flair.
The wet look, a rising hair trend, involves slicking hair back with gel on wet hair to create a sophisticated, fresh-out-of-the-pool appearance. The curly effect is achieved by using a small curling iron and loosening curls with hair cream. The nu wave effect – a soft, natural wave – can be created with a straightening iron, especially the steampod 3.0, by twisting it around hair strands and relaxing curls with your fingers for a perfect “wavy” outcome.
For color, Fabien advises sticking to natural effects with subtle light and shadow or even bold color blocks like brown, copper, or Swedish blonde.
Maintaining Your Short Bob
Embracing the short bob means frequent visits to the hairdresser for touch-ups or adjustments. Fabien recommends scheduling appointments every two months to keep your bob looking fresh and stylish.
Ready to try this fashionable haircut? Explore our 84 trendy short bob ideas for inspiration!
