Summer means only one thing: it's time to get a boyfriend bob! Remember when waist-length mermaid hair was all the rage? We all refused to cut our hair and slathered it in argan oil, hoping it would grow into beautiful, long, beachy Blake Lively waves. But in recent years that has changed and now we are opting for much more practical and effortless cuts, like the bob.
And no, we're not talking about the unflattering bob from the 90s: this is the Bob 2.0 and it has many, many incarnations. Kaia Gerber, Kim Kardashian and Dua Lipa have shown that the new bob can be modern, fresh and sexy (including the choppy bob andthe blunt bob). And it seems like there's nothing better than Jennifer Lopez's latest bob, which is very attractive, right?
Was ist Boyfriend Bob?
Long hair has been trending for as long as we can remember, but like any great hairstyle, we always want what we don't have. Case in point: the boyfriend bob. In case you missed it, the boyfriend bob is a cool, androgynous oneHairstyle that is currently conquering 2022. Although the term itself is brand new, this short haircut has been in style for a while! It's even popular among models (there are many different variations). So if you have always wanted to try this hairstyle, you can definitely take inspiration from them.
This new version has a slightly longer shape that almost feels like a lob, but with a '60s finish. The square shape allows the wearer to play with straight as well as twisted, wavy or curly looks. For that little something extra, choose a bold global color or add fringe.
7 Ways to Style Boyfriend Bob Hairstyle
French girl chic
If you want something simple yet chic, style your chin-length bob with a center part and tuck the sides behind your ears after a blow-out. This look works for almost any occasion, from a quick errand to a fancy afternoon tea.
Like Maureen Wroblewitz, you can throw on a hat for extra oomph.
Textured waves
Jach Manere's version of the boyfriend bob is onthe modern shagajar. She usually wears it with textured waves, which you can recreate with a few quick twists of the curling iron and hairspray.
Straightener waves
A flat iron is all you need to get Danica Magpantay's soft waves. Start by running the iron through your hair. Once you reach the center, turn the iron inward and then outward to create a small bend. Repeat this process throughout your hair, running your fingers through your curls to create the “undone” look.
Casual and polished
If you have a cheekbone-length bob with full bangs, like Gucci model Hannah Locsin, a blow-out can add a lot of body to your curls. For a smoother finish, spritz some texturizing spray at the roots to add volume and straighten the lengths with a flat iron to give them a nice shine.
Zerzauste Beach Waves
A tousled, wavy bob like Sharina Gutierrez's creates the illusion of thick hair and frames the face effortlessly (it's also about parting in the right place). It's also a sexy, glamorous hairstyle that's worthy of a red carpet!
Hair turned outwards
If David Bowie's Ziggy Stardust hairstyle was a boyfriend bob, it would definitely look exactly like this retro-chic look from Zoey Deutch. You can achieve this hairstyle by gelling your hair from the sides and then ironing the ends to get those outward flips.
Thin side cut
Need more hairstyle inspiration? Check out Gabby Abesamis' clean side part that will have you event-ready in no time.
How to model a pony bob
This is how you can have a boyfriendBob with bangsstyling:
Half-Up Dutt: The mechanics of this hairstyle are very similar to that of a half ponytail. Instead of letting the strands hang loosely in a ponytail, simply twist them into a bun. Hairdressers advise starting by parting your hair back from ear to ear to start a half ponytail and then securing it. Take a fine-tooth comb and comb through the hair at the base of the ponytail to create the base for the bun. Then wrap the remaining hair around the bun, secure with bobby pins, and finish with hairspray.
Faux Chop: Once you've created a sleek hairstyle, take a fine-toothed brush to tuck your strands behind your ears. You can pin the hair in place, but leave a few strands in front of the ear to create a long, faux sideburn look. Finally, spread out the bangs and fan them out to give them a wispy look.
