50+ Fresh Inverted Bob Haircut Ideas for 2024

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Modern inverted bob haircut ideas for women
Cindy Marcus
Cindy Marcus Hairstylist, Editor-in-Chief

Let me tell you, inverted bob haircuts aren’t going anywhere in 2024! Seriously, I’ve seen this cut light up my salon chair countless times, and it just never gets old. It’s like the little black dress of haircuts – versatile, stylish, and always flattering. Plus, it works on pretty much any hair type, which is why I love it so much.

What is an inverted bob, anyway? Now, picture this: shorter in the back, gradually growing longer towards the front, kind of like an angled bob on steroids. But the real magic happens in the back, where stacked layers create this cool, curved shape around your neck. Think of it like a chic waterfall of hair!

And the best part? This cut can be customized to fit your face shape and hair texture like a glove. Got round or square features? Bangs or face-framing layers are your new BFFs. Fine hair? We can add texture to give it some oomph. Thick locks? Let’s play with the layering to keep things light and airy.

Now, let’s dive into some seriously inspiring styles, shall we? Buckle up, because you’re about to see the best inverted bobs right now!

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#1: Back View of a When It’s Short, Stacked, and Layered

Stacked graduation creates a beautiful voluminous bob that slopes at an extreme angle forward. Ask your hairdresser for internal texturizing and sliced layers.

Edgy inverted bob with bangs

#2 Edgy Inverted Bob with Bangs

Pair an inverted bob haircut with bangs with fall-inspired hair color for a cooler look. If you have very fine, straighter hair, the added texture allows your tresses to fall and move how you want without excessive styling. Add peekaboo highlights to bring edginess to your look.

Chocolate jaw-length inverted bob for women over 60

#3 Chocolate Jaw-Length Ending at The Nape for Older Women

Jaw-length cuts are what’s trending right now for older women. Try styling in beach waves with a side part if you want a younger and fresher look.

The dramatic inverted bob
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#4: The Dramatic Inverted Bob

An inverted bob isn’t the lowest-maintenance haircut you can get, especially when it’s medium-length. You should also know this haircut isn’t dramatic enough without the sharp, angled perimeter.

#5: Eye-Catching Cut

A concave bob with shorter back and longer front layers creates a stylish, sloped look for straight hair. It’s versatile and can be styled sleek for formal events or tousled for a casual, edgy vibe.

#6: Try It With Brown Highlights and Dark Hair

Try adding vibrant pop of color. You’ll need to keep highlights looking fresh by getting frequent toners and trims every 4-8 weeks.

Reddish Purple Inverted Bob Cut
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#7: A Stunning Look with Reddish Purple

The shorter back and longer layers on this inverted haircut allow for great lines and a modern shape. You may want to add a fringe that can be customized to match your face shape.

#8: Mid-Length Inverted Bob with a Middle Part

A mid-length bob with a middle part is one of the sleekest and most modern long inverted bob.

Razor Cut Inverted Bob with Dramatic Angles
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#9: Razor Cut Inverted Bob with Dramatic Angles

Did you know a razor cut with dramatic angles gives an inverted bob an edgier look? The razor provides the shape and texture of your hair with more movement and added volume. Ask your stylist for a more dramatic angle if you want to maintain front length or draw down your round face.

#10: Flattering Style for Older Women

For older women, a shorter bob is more flattering. Shorter looks like this can lift your face, giving you a more youthful appearance.

#11: Wispy, Shaggy, and Textured Inverted Bob for Thick Hair

A wispy, shaggy, and textured inverted hairdo is flattering for thick hair. According to most stylists, this edgy bob removes weight from thick tresses.

Blonde Inverted Bob with a Blunt Cut
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#12: Blonde with A Blunt Cut

Make your hair stand out with an edgy bob with blonde highlights. The blunt ends make your bob look more fashion-forward and edgy.

#13: Try It Curly with Bangs

Inverted bobs often work exceptionally well for curly hair, so long as you ask for layers. Try adding some bangs with some graduation for a modern twist in a classic Sassoon haircut called the shake.

Sleek short inverted bronde bob
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#14: Sleek Short Bronde Bob

An inverted bob that’s shorter features a precisely cut short back with longer face-framing pieces. Stacked back layers will create a more curved bob haircut.

#15: Bulky Bob

Dramatic inverted bob haircuts don’t fit nicely into a wash-and-go routine or busy mornings, but a slight inversion is a great go-to choice if you have thin, fine locks. It’s ideal for creating a bulky, rounded shape at the back of the head that only requires a little blow-drying or daily styling.

#16: Stunning with Bangs

A choppy long bob with bangs works wonders if you have thin, fine hair. The choppy ends plus the textured style make a great match, creating this stunning wispy inverted bob cut.

#17: Pair It With Side-Swept Bangs

The side-swept bangs on this one carries out a sweet, flattering hairstyle. It demands less maintenance and manipulation if your hair has a fine, straight texture. This neck-length bob looks amazing with subtle layers.

A Very short inverted bob
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#18: A Very Short Stacked Bob

A very short stacked bob is low-maintenance and is the perfect haircut if your tresses need volume at the root. Add some texture to your hair if you are a woman who is ready to go! The rounded shape adds a livelier feel to the locks.

#19: The Popular Messy Hairstyle for Wavy Hair

Neck-length bobs are in, and they look great with a warm blonde color. You will likely need to jazz your hair up with beachy waves to form a messy style, and they’ll boost your color’s texture.

#20: The Funky One With Black Dip Dye

The funky inverted bob is trendy and fun to wear! A straight, jaw-length hair appears chic with an icy blonde hue plus the black dip dye. You can try a hidden undercut to help the locks feel weightless.

#21: Go For An Extreme Version

Inverted hairstyles can be a bit high maintenance, especially if you get an extreme one like this. You’ll need a trim every eight weeks to maintain the shape, plus time to style every morning. It’s not for the faint of heart. Stacked layers make the back look dramatic and create a voluminous shape for your hair.

#22: Neck-Length and Heavily Textured

A textured bob creates the illusion of high density for both thick and thin tresses. It features a length that touches the neck area and a rounder, fuller shape.

#23: Fashionable Pixie Bob

This inverted pixie bob stacks up with a back profile that looks hot and high-fashion.

#24: Youthful-Looking with a Fringe

This chop brings out an illusion of a sharper jawline. Its length gives fine hair a full-bodied result. This inverted bob haircut is best for ladies with straight hair, so don’t miss it.

Bold inverted bob cut with purple ombre
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#25: Go Bold By Pairing With a Purple Ombre

This look features many options for personalizing, making it adaptable to every hair color and type. California-based stylist Lauryn Lee did this chop, combining texture with an A-line perimeter.

Long Inverted Bob with Layers for Straight Hair
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#26: Long Inverted Bob with Layers for Straight Hair

You might be tempted to try a precisely cut long inverted bob with layers with a balayage that showcases lots of dimensions. The deep side part, those sharp lines, and the perfect angle give this lob hairstyle more depth and dimension.

Dimensional light blonde inverted bob haircut
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#27: Dimensional Light Blonde Inverted Bob

Go classic with a simple and feminine short bob, especially if you have straight hair. But this hairstyle is also ideal for any hair type and texture if your hair needs dimension.

#28: Modern Blonde Inverted Bob for Women Over 40

This hairstyle pairs perfectly with a platinum blonde color. You can go with a natural and beautiful look while still having an easy and trendy cut!

Modern inverted bob for fine hair
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#29: Flattering Inverted Bob for Fine Hair

This style creates volume, making fine and thin hair look thicker. If you have curly or fine hair, you’ll want a very textured cut to give your hair more volume.

See more flattering bobs for fine hair.

Sophisticated Super Short Inverted Bob Haircut
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#30: Sophisticated Super Short Bob

A short inverted style is for any woman who’s ready for a big chop and has a big personality. However, one disadvantage is it’s not like a pixie bob haircut. Instead, it’s an edgy and versatile twist on an A-line bob.

Trendy Inverted Inverted Bob with Bangs for Women Over 50
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#31: Trendy Angled Bob with Bangs for Women Over 50

This short bob with bangs is perfect if you’re a woman over 50. As long as you currently have long hair and are considering getting a short cut and color that’s trending, this is it! You can show off the smoothness of this fantastic color by simply getting lob and a full fringe.

#32: Stacked Inverted Shape with Vivid Red Highlights

The key to a stacked bob is adding layers to create texture. This will create a soft, complete, and sleek look. This can be an excellent bob for thick hair as it removes weight while keeping its fullness.

Cool stacked inverted bob with layers
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#33: Cool Stacked Inverted Look with Layers

A cool stacked inverted hairstyle with layers is a chic option that adds volume and movement to your hair. This hairstyle works best for those with oval or heart-shaped faces and medium to thick hair.

Balayage Messy Inverted Long Bob with Layers
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#34: Balayage Messy Long Inverted Bob with Layers

If you want more texture and volume, layer the ends of a shoulder-length lob. This is a much-updated version of the more classic angled bob with layers.

Inverted bob undercut for straight hair
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#35: Undercut Bob for Straight Hair

Get an inverted style with a nape undercut and add little layers with graduation to give it a unique look. It’s best suited for oval and long face shapes.

Classic Asymmetrical inverted bob
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#36: The Classic Asymmetrical Inverted Bob

The asymmetrical bob is one of the best looks for women in their 20s and 30s.  It’s also a style that suits most face shapes and hair types, including straight, wavy, and curly.

#37: Youthful Inverted Bob for Older Women

This chin-length cut was shaved in the back a bit and then textured the top for hair to have a smoother blend.

Textured neck length layered inverted bob cut
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#38: Textured Neck-Length Layered Inverted Bob

Layered cuts are trending with women right now. A neck-length one is a popular choice that looks amazing with a smoother and straighter style and a curlier or more textured style.

Inverted bob back view
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#39: Classy Convext Bob with a Back View

Try a classy inverted A-line bob with sharp, clean lines. It will give your locks a smooth and straightforward hairstyle, yet it still has an edge. This bob is excellent for round face shapes because it helps elongate your face and draws attention to your eyes.

Inverted layered bob with side bangs
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#40: Layered Bob with Side Bangs

A layered bob with side bangs and layers works well with a petite bone structure.

Razor Cut Wavy Inverted Bob for Natural Brown Locks
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#41: Razor Cut Bob on Natural Brown Locks

This wavy style is done using a feather razor to layer your hair. If you want a cut like this, ask your stylist to create a complete outline of a blunt bob and then go into the interior of your cut and do some shattered layers. Consider adding some nice side bangs to this bob to complete your style.

Low-Maintenance inverted ear-length bob haircut
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#42: Low-Maintenance Ear-Length Inverted Bob

An inverted bob haircut can be tapered for women who want to look edgy yet want a low-maintenance hairstyle at the same time. This below-the-ear length and fringe ideally match the soft angles on this one.

Layered inverted bob for a round face shape
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#43: Layered Bob for a Round Face

An inverted bob is an excellent choice if you have a round face shape. When discussing your haircut with your stylist, explain you’d like more volume at the top and none on the sides. This will make your face look more oval.

Shaggy shoulder length inverted bob cut
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#44: Shaggy Shoulder-Length Bob

The shaggy shoulder-length look is one of the most requested haircuts right now. The best part about inverted cuts is that they can add volume to the crown area and back. This will give the illusion of a longer front.

Curly inverted bob for thick hair
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#45: Flattering Inverted Bob for Thick, Curly Hair

An inverted bob on curly locks is perfect if you have tight natural curls. The model in the photo has a soft and feminine A-line cut. The front layers of this medium-length inverted hairstyle give it the perfect volume if you have dark, thick hair.

Auburn medium inverted bob haircut for women over 40
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#46: Auburn Medium-Length Inverted Bob for Women Over 40

Some of the more popular inverted bob hairstyles will have a bit of texture through the bottom. Adding a warm red color, this A-line look is perfect for the fall or winter season colors. This style is great for work if you’re a professional. If you’re a woman whose go-to hairstyle is a ponytail, this casual look is not for you.

See more medium inverted bobs like this one

Inverted Bob for Thin Hair
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#47: Choppy Bob for Thin Hair and Wispy Bangs

A choppy, inverted bob with bangs and layers is an excellent haircut for thin hair. If you get it razor cut, this will create a subtly choppy cut that is textured and airy with wispy bangs. It has weight removal that allows for volume at the root and movement in the interior.

#48: Dark Brown Inverted Bob with a Slight Inversion

A slight inversion gives a timeless, modern vibe to any mid-length bob. Heavy points in the front make for a robust and confident feel. Dark brown pairs well with a high shine, so a flat iron will be one’s best friend to wear this style to the fullest fashion potential.

A Sophisticated & Sleek Inverted Bob Style
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#49: A Sophisticated & Sleek Bob Style

Try a sleek inverted bob style if you want a sophisticated and mature hairstyle. There is a nice amount of wiggle room when playing with the lengths of this cut. Layering is kept at low graduation, making the maintenance around 6-10 weeks.

#50: Younger-Looking Graduated Bob

A graduated style works great for any face shape. The graduation will allow the layering to hold a round shape, giving you more volume. This hairstyle is most commonly styled straight. However, you can add a few waves on the sides to update your look—Blow-dry with a flat brush against the curve of the head to create natural volume.

#51: Very Short Inverted Bob with an Undercut

If you are looking for something very short with an undercut, ask your hairstylist for a haircut that removes some thickness. A very short inverted bob with an undercut requires cutting the bottom nape shorter than the rest of your hair to remove bulk and allow for the layering to fall smoothly.

#52: The Reverse Bob

If you’re looking for something edgy, try a reverse bob haircut to give fullness in the back, giving fine hair volume. Thicker strands must most likely be thinned at the nape to sit correctly. Just to let you know, this is not a wash-and-go look.