If you’ve been searching for a way to update your bob without going too bold, side bangs are the move. They add shape, softness, and just enough lift around the face—especially if your hair’s starting to thin near the temples or crown. One thing I always remind clients: the placement of your side part can make or break the look. A deep side part paired with a soft undercut on one side? Game changer for adding movement. And if you’ve got a strong jawline, a longer side bang can balance it out beautifully. What’s working best in 2026 are low-maintenance bobs with interior layers that remove bulk but keep the shape clean. You’ll want to see how these looks are being cut and styled this year—so you can walk into your next appointment already knowing what works for your hair. Scroll through and find the one calling your name.
#1: Modern Copper Bob with Side-Swept Bangs
This modern copper bob features a sleek, chin-length cut with beautifully blended side-swept bangs that frame the face, perfect for oval or heart-shaped faces. The hair appears to be of medium density, allowing for a smooth fall and subtle movement. The warm copper hue adds vibrancy, enhancing the model’s complexion. While this style is low-maintenance, it may require periodic toning to keep the color fresh. Ideal for those wanting a chic yet manageable look!
#2 Effortless Brunette Waves with Side-Swept Bangs
This delightful cut features tousled waves complemented by soft, side-swept bangs, perfect for adding a bit of fun without the commitment of full fringe. Its medium length makes it versatile for various occasions, while the natural brunette shade gives a rich, deep luster. One standout aspect is the subtle layering around the face which enhances the facial features beautifully. Ideal for medium to thick hair, this cut offers ease of maintenance but may require regular styling to keep the waves bouncy. Great for those wanting to soften sharper facial features or enhance their natural wave.
#3 Textured Wavy Bob with Soft Side Bangs
This textured wavy bob offers a playful yet polished look, perfect for adding volume and dimension to fine hair. The soft side bangs beautifully frame the face, making it ideal for oval or heart-shaped faces. With its medium length, this cut enhances natural waves and can easily be styled for a relaxed finish. While it’s low-maintenance, it may require some product to maintain definition. This style also embraces a youthful feel, making it fabulous for anyone looking to refresh their look in 2025!
#4 Textured Short Bob with Playful Waves and Side Bangs
This textured short bob features playful waves and soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face. Perfect for those with fine to medium hair density, this cut adds volume and movement, making it ideal for round or oval face shapes. The light layering around the crown creates a fresh, youthful look, while the rich brown tones enhance dimension. However, be mindful that maintaining this style may require regular styling to manage the waves, but it’s a great way to keep things lively and fun!
#5 Sleek Dark Brown Blunt Bob with Soft Side Bangs
This sleek dark brown blunt bob features soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The hair length is just above the shoulders, making it versatile for various styles. The model has straight, medium-density hair, which gives a polished look. This cut is great for oval and heart-shaped faces, enhancing cheekbones. While it’s low-maintenance, you may need some styling products for shine. The delicate side bangs add a youthful touch, perfect for those wanting a fresh change in 2025.
#6 Chic Curly Bob with Dynamic Side Bangs
This chic curly bob showcases a playful length that sits just above the shoulders, perfect for those with a heart or oval face shape. The dynamic side bangs add movement while framing the face beautifully. With a medium hair density, this style works well for natural curls, providing bounce and texture. Though it requires some maintenance to keep those curls defined, the unique layered structure ensures volume without overwhelming the hair. A great choice for adding flair while remaining low-key!
#7 Textured Short Bob with Effortless Side Bangs
This textured short bob features soft, playful side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The hair is cut to a length just above the jawline, providing a youthful and fresh appearance. Ideal for fine to medium hair types, the layers add volume and movement without overwhelming the face. The model’s natural waves enhance the hairstyle’s casual elegance. A downside could be the need for regular styling to maintain the texture, but the unique depth and dimension make it a standout choice for those looking to refresh their look.
#8 Softly Layered Bob with Breezy Side Bangs
This softly layered bob features breezy side bangs that beautifully frame the face, making it an excellent choice for oval or heart-shaped faces. The model’s medium-density wavy hair enhances the haircut’s texture, giving it a fresh and effortless look. The length is just above the shoulders, which is perfect for keeping cool while allowing for styling versatility. A slight wave adds movement, but be mindful that this style may require regular maintenance for those with finer hair to avoid looking flat.
#9 Modern Textured Bob with Subtle Side Bangs
This modern textured bob features a fresh twist with subtle side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The hair is cut to a medium length, offering versatility while maintaining a light, airy feel. The model’s fine to medium hair density enhances the soft texture, making it perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance style. This cut is ideal for oval or heart-shaped faces, though it can complement various shapes. While it requires some styling for the bangs, the effortless look is worth the effort!
#10 Textured Silver Bob with Lively Side Bangs
This textured silver bob features lively side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The hair is cut to a medium length, falling just above the shoulders, which adds a fresh and youthful feel. The model has fine hair with a medium density, making this style work well for those looking to add volume without overwhelming their features. The playful texture is perfect for softening angular face shapes, while the color adds a modern twist. Keep in mind, lighter colors may require more maintenance to prevent brassiness.
#11 Trendy Textured Bob with Flattering Side Bangs
This trendy textured bob features soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face, enhancing her delicate features. The hair is cut to a medium length, offering versatility while maintaining a chic appearance. With a slight wave, it adds movement and volume, ideal for those with fine to medium hair density. The rich auburn color, lighter at the ends, creates dimension and brightness. Just be mindful that maintaining the color may require regular touch-ups, but the fresh look is worth the effort!
#12 Charming Wavy Bob with Soft Side Bangs
This charming wavy bob is perfect for those looking to add a playful touch to their hairstyle. With a length that grazes the jawline, it beautifully frames the face, making it ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces. The soft side bangs add movement and a youthful vibe, while the waves provide a touch of texture, enhancing the model’s fine hair density. However, keep in mind that this style may require regular styling to maintain those bouncy waves. It’s a lovely option for anyone wanting a fresh look in 2025!
#13 Sleek Chestnut Bob with Gentle Side Sweep
This bob is cut to a versatile medium length, with a gentle side sweep that softens the face, ideal for square or angular face shapes. The chestnut color adds warmth, making it a perfect choice for folks who want a natural yet refreshing appearance. The straight, fine texture of the hair, combined with its medium density, allows for a sleek and contemporary style without much fuss. What’s unique here is how the swept bang contours along the cheek, enhancing facial features subtly. While this style is easy to maintain, wearers with naturally curly or very thick hair might require regular styling to keep the sleek look.
#14 Soft-Cascade Wavy Bob with Delicate Fringe
This bob balances the weight of the natural waves beautifully with its layered cuts which make it a versatile option for mid-density hair. The cut is finished with soft fringe that complements oval and heart-shaped faces, adding a gentle, feminine touch to the overall look. The layers add movement, making this style perfect for anyone looking to enhance their natural texture while maintaining manageability. Ideal for younger women, this style requires some styling prowess to keep the waves bouncy. Its main drawback is the regular styling needed to maintain its shape, especially in humid conditions.
#15 Sleek Chocolate Bob with Feathered Side Bangs
This bob is a dream for anyone looking to freshen up their style without too much maintenance. The dark chocolate hue adds a rich depth, while the light texturing of the side bangs softens the overall look, making it perfect for various face shapes. The bob’s length, sitting just at the chin, highlights the jawline beautifully—ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces. Its sleek nature suggests that it works best on straight or slightly wavy hair types. The side bangs are not only trendy but also practical, easing the transition for those growing out shorter layers. Yet, the style might require regular styling to maintain its sleek appearance, particularly for those with naturally curly or frizz-prone hair.
#16 Chic Textured Bob with Playful Side Bangs
This chic textured bob features playful side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The hair is cut to a length that falls just above the shoulders, making it a versatile style for various face shapes. With a slight wave, it adds volume and movement, perfect for medium to thick hair types. The bangs soften the overall look, making it suitable for younger clients or those wanting a fresh change. However, keep in mind that styling will require some effort to maintain that tousled appearance, especially in humid weather.
#17 Vibrant Copper Textured Bob with Side-swept Bangs
This bob features a fiery copper shade that complements a light complexion beautifully, adding a playful yet sophisticated touch with its side-swept bangs. The chin-length cut is ideal for those with fine to medium hair, seeking volume without heavy styling. The texture, achieved through slight layering, enhances the dynamic movement of the style. Although marvelous for oval and heart-shaped faces, it might elongate rounder faces due to its volume placement and length. This look requires maintenance to keep the color vivid and the cut crisp, but it’s perfect if you’re looking for a stylish change that isn’t too demanding daily.
#18 Sleek Ash-Blonde Bob with Precision Side Bangs
This bob showcases a sleek transformation from long and tousled to sharp and structured. The model’s fine hair benefits immensely from the blunt, chin-length cut, offering a fuller look and easy manageability. The side-swept bangs not only enhance the facial features but also provide a soft, youthful framing. This style works well for straight hair types and those looking to minimize styling time. While it’s excellent for highlighting the cheekbones, it might be less adaptable for those with very curly or textured hair, requiring more frequent styling or straightening to maintain its sleek appearance.
#19 Chic Soft Bob with Effortless Side Bangs
This chic soft bob with effortless side bangs is perfect if you’re looking for a versatile style. The hair length is just above the shoulders, making it easy to manage while still allowing for movement. The model has fine hair with a medium density, which gives the cut a light, airy feel. These soft, side-swept bangs beautifully frame the face, enhancing features without overwhelming them. While this style works well for various face shapes, it may require frequent trims to maintain that fresh look.
#20 Lustrous Chestnut Curls with Side-Swept Fringe
This bob features lustrous chestnut-colored curls, meticulously cut to rest charmingly at chin-length, which playfully embraces the face. The side-swept bangs add a breezy element, softening the facial features which is ideal for round or heart-shaped faces. The striking curls enhance volume, making it perfect for folks with fine or medium hair seeking more body. However, the textured nature of the curls requires maintenance to preserve the shape and vitality—thus not ideal for those preferring low-maintenance styles. This style provides freshness while spotlighting natural features like the eyes and cheekbones.
#21 Bouncy Curly Bob with Sweeping Side Fringe
This bouncy curly bob brings the fun with its playful, textured curls and a sweeping side fringe that softens the face. Ideal for hair with natural curl or wave, this style maximizes volume and texture, creating a lively yet relaxed look. The shorter length is easy to maintain and perfect for those wanting lower maintenance hair. It thrives on natural body, so less styling is needed. However, it can be tough to keep frizz under control, especially in humidity. A light curl enhancer or mousse helps define the curls without weighing them down.
#22 Textured Layered Bob with Soft Side Bangs
This lovely textured layered bob features soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The model has medium-density hair, allowing for a light, airy feel. This cut is perfect for those with oval or heart-shaped faces, as it enhances their features. The layers add movement and dimension, making it versatile for both casual and formal settings. However, keep in mind that maintaining this style will require regular trims to keep the layers fresh and defined. If you’re considering color, subtle highlights can elevate the texture even more!
#23 Chic Layered Bob with Side Bangs
This chic layered bob features soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face, enhancing the model’s delicate features. The hair is medium-length, with a subtle texture that adds movement and volume. Ideal for those with fine to medium hair density, this haircut works wonders for oval and heart-shaped faces. The rich chocolate color gives a warm glow, perfect for a fresh look in 2025. While low maintenance, keep in mind that regular trims will ensure the layers stay fresh and defined.
#24 Modern Textured Bob with Soft Side Bangs
This modern textured bob features a length that grazes the jawline, creating a flattering frame for the face. The soft side bangs add a touch of elegance, perfect for both casual and formal occasions. With fine hair density, this cut offers movement and volume without overwhelming thinner strands. Ideal for oval or heart-shaped faces, it enhances natural features beautifully. A unique aspect of this style is its low maintenance; just a quick blow-dry and you’re set! However, it may not suit those who prefer longer hair styles.
#25 Trendy Textured Bob with Subtle Side Bangs
This chic textured bob features a length that grazes the jawline, creating a fresh look. The side bangs add a playful touch while framing the face beautifully, making it ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces. The model’s fine hair density is enhanced with layers, giving it movement without sacrificing fullness. The warmth of her color adds dimension, but keep in mind, lighter shades may require more maintenance. This style offers versatility—you can easily switch it up with waves or keep it sleek!
#26 Stylish Textured Bob with Flirty Side Bangs
This charming bob features a fresh, textured look that brings life to shoulder-length hair. The flirty side bangs soften the face, making it a great choice for oval and heart-shaped faces. Ideal for medium to thick hair, this cut offers volume without being overwhelming. The subtle layers enhance movement and dimension, while the overall shape frames the jawline beautifully. Just keep in mind that this style may require regular salon visits to maintain its shape and prevent heaviness at the ends.
#27 Softly Textured Bob with Wispy Side Bangs
This softly textured bob features a chic length that grazes the jawline, making it perfect for highlighting your facial features. The wispy side bangs add a playful touch and frame the face beautifully. Ideal for medium to thick hair, this cut works best for oval or heart-shaped faces. A unique aspect of this style is the light, tousled waves that create volume without heaviness, giving it a fresh, lived-in look. However, keep in mind that maintaining the texture may require some styling products.
#28 Chic Blunt Bob with Playful Side Bangs
This chic blunt bob features playful side bangs that frame the face beautifully. The hair is cut to a length that sits just above the shoulders, making it versatile and easy to manage. Ideal for fine to medium hair types, this style enhances volume and movement. The model’s slightly wavy texture adds an effortless flair, while the light balayage highlights bring depth. This haircut is perfect for those seeking a fresh look, though it requires regular upkeep to maintain that sharp edge.
#29 Textured Bob with Soft Side Bangs
This textured bob features soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face. With a length that grazes the jawline, it suits a variety of face shapes, especially round and oval. The model has fine to medium hair density, which adds volume and movement without overwhelming her features. A subtle balayage enhances the natural warmth of her color, giving it a sun-kissed look. Keep in mind, while this style is versatile and easy to maintain, the bangs may require regular trims to keep them looking fresh.
#30 Playful Curly Bob with Side Bangs
This vibrant, playful curly bob features soft side bangs that beautifully frame the face. The hair is cut to a medium length, showcasing loose waves that add volume and texture. Ideal for those with fine to medium hair density, this style is versatile and easy to maintain. However, keep in mind that regular styling may be needed to maintain those bouncy curls. The bright color also enhances the playful aspect, making it perfect for those looking to refresh their look without a drastic change.
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