There’s something about side-part bob haircuts that gives off a fresh, modern, and younger look! This year, I love this cut and style for women of all hair types and ages. A side-part bob haircut is any bob hairstyle with a parting to one side. The parting can be small or very strong to open up the other side. Side parted bobs are also popular for black, which they use as a weave or sew-in with a closure.
Meet The Expert
Andressa Hill
Andressa is a master stylist with 14 years of experience.
You can find Andressa at her hair studio in Natick, MA.
Master stylist Andressa Hill has shared valuable advice for those considering a side-parted bob haircut.
Styling Advice
When it comes to this bob haircut, Hill recommends being prepared to style regularly, depending on the texture of your hair.
For those with thick, curly hair, whether you want it straight or curly, Hill advises investing in good professional products that are made for the texture of your hair.
Hill suggests a good diet, drinking plenty of water, and taking vitamins for those with fine, thin hair. Additionally, using a good shampoo, conditioner, and styling products for volume can help with fine hair.
Hill suggests investing in a good blow dryer and flat iron but warns against using the flat iron every day. She also recommends using a heat protector before blow drying or a curling iron. Her favorite professional brands include Redken, Framesi, Mizani, Olaplex, and L’Oreal. For curly hair, Hill suggests using a mist water bottle in the morning to refresh curls and using a spray leave-in conditioner. Separating hair into sections can also make styling easier.
If you have a busy lifestyle, Hill recommends getting a keratin treatment, which can cut styling time in half and make hair easier to care for.
Face Shape Considerations
When it comes to face shape, Hill recommends oval and heart face shapes can pull off any hairstyle, but for those with round, square, or long face shapes, keeping the hair longer in the front, like a long bob, can be more flattering.
Get ready to fall in love with your hair all over again – browse through our gallery of stunning side-parted bobs and find your next signature look!
#1: Chocolate Brown Layered Bob with Swept Side Part
If your hair is fine, look closely at this photo. The layers are doing all the heavy lifting. Razored ends through the mid-lengths create that piece-y separation that reads as fullness, and the side part pushes volume exactly where an oval or oblong face needs it, right at the cheekbone. This won’t work on thick, coarse hair without serious thinning, and even then it loses the airiness that makes it land. The color is a single-process warm chocolate with what looks like a few hand-painted caramel pieces catching light near the front. Subtle enough you could skip them entirely. Chin length, medium density, straight to slight wave. On round faces, this width at the jaw will fight you.
#2 Dirty Blonde Flip-Out Bob with Natural Root Shadow
If your hair is fine to medium density, this is worth a serious look. The ends flip outward at the collar, which sounds like a styling choice but is actually the result of a slightly graduated back and layers cut with point cutting to remove bulk without losing shape. That flip will happen on its own with the right cut, which means less work for you. The root shadow here is doing real work, blending what looks like a natural level 6 or 7 into foiled highlights around the face, and it’s the reason this color reads as believable instead of processed. One thing most people won’t catch: the part isn’t deep. It sits maybe an inch off center, just enough to create volume on one side without that dramatic sweep that can overwhelm smaller features. This is a strong match for oval and heart-shaped faces. Round faces will find the chin-length and outward flip widen things. If your hair is thick or coarse, the ends won’t behave this way without daily heat styling, and that’s not a trade-off worth making for a cut that’s supposed to feel easy.
#3 Textured Brunette Ear-Length Bob with Caramel Ribbons
If your hair is fine, look closely at this photo. The internal texturing is doing all the heavy lifting, creating shape where density doesn’t exist naturally. This is a point-cut bob sitting just below the ears with a few hand-painted caramel pieces woven through a cool brunette base, placed only where the light would catch them anyway. Oval and heart face shapes wear this length well. Round faces will lose their jawline here. The part is soft and slightly off-center, not a hard geometric line, which keeps the whole thing from looking stiff. On thick or coarse hair, this exact cut would puff out and read completely different.
#4 Warm Brunette Jaw-Length Bob with Face-Framing Flip
If your hair is fine to medium density, skip this one. The whole thing relies on having enough thickness to hold that outward flip at the ends, and without it you’ll just look like you need a trim. What I keep coming back to in this photo is how the layers around the face are cut shorter than the back by a good inch, creating that kicked-out movement at the jawline that reads intentional rather than wind-blown. It’s a razor-cut finish on those ends, not point-cut, which is why the texture looks soft and piecy without going wispy. The color is a natural medium brown base with fine caramel highlights concentrated at the mid-lengths, nothing near the root, which keeps regrowth invisible for months. Oval and heart face shapes will love how the jaw-level volume balances narrower chins. Round faces, this will widen you. The side part is shallow, barely off center, and that matters because it keeps the volume even on both sides instead of creating one heavy curtain.
#5 Sun-Caught Copper Bob with Soft Bend
If your hair is fine, this will not hold that bend by noon. That’s the honest part. This is medium density hair cut to chin length with interior texturizing that lets the ends kick and move without looking piecy, and the warm copper tone running through a natural brunette base reads like a balayage that’s been growing out in the best possible way. Notice how the part isn’t razor sharp, it’s soft and slightly off-center, which is doing real work for her oval face by keeping everything asymmetrical without being dramatic. Round faces would lose definition here because there’s no length below the jaw to create contrast. The color catches light in a way that tells me those highlights were hand-painted and concentrated from mid-shaft down, leaving the root area alone. Great cut for someone who wants to look put together on wash day without reaching for a single tool.
#6 Tousled Copper Bob with Wispy Side Fringe
That fringe is doing more work than it looks. It’s been point cut thin enough to blend into the side part without committing to full bangs, and it softens the forehead line in a way that’s genuinely hard to replicate with blunt-cut pieces. This is a chin-length bob on medium density hair with a natural wave pattern that the stylist clearly cut into rather than fought against. The copper tone reads warm and dimensional, likely a gloss over natural red or light brown. If your hair is fine and flat, this won’t hold. The texture and volume here come from having enough hair to create that undone separation between pieces, and thin strands just collapse into each other instead. Oval and heart face shapes wear this well. On round faces, the chin-length perimeter and lack of height at the crown will widen things you may not want widened.
#7 Lived-In Sandy Bob with Natural Movement
If your hair goes flat by noon, this isn’t your cut. The volume here depends on medium-density hair with a bit of natural wave, and the layering through the crown is doing most of the work, with what looks like point cutting at the ends to keep things from getting blocky. The side part is shallow, barely off center, which is why it reads relaxed instead of styled. That sandy dark blonde is her natural color with maybe some sun, and honestly that’s part of why it works so well. Oval and heart face shapes will love this length sitting right at the jawline. Fine hair will just collapse under it.
#8 Warm Auburn Side Part Bob with Feathered Layers
If your hair is fine to medium density, look closely at how the layers here are doing all the work. The internal layering through the mid-shaft creates that tucked, rounded shape at the jaw without any visible graduation at the perimeter, which means the ends look full even though there isn’t much bulk to begin with. That’s point cutting, not razoring, and it matters because razor cuts on finer hair can go wispy fast. The color is a warm copper auburn with what looks like a single-process gloss rather than highlights, keeping the surface smooth and reflective. It flatters round and oval faces equally because the side part and that longer front piece create enough asymmetry to offset width. This will not work on thick, coarse hair. You’ll get puffiness where she’s getting sweep, and no amount of product fixes that mismatch.
#9 Chin-Length Side Part Bob with Warm Blonde Highlights
If your hair is fine to medium density, this is your cut. The slight graduation through the back builds just enough fullness that the whole shape holds without product, which is exactly what you can see happening here in what looks like natural wind. Those highlights are hand-painted, concentrated around the face and through the part line, with a darker honey base left alone underneath. It reads natural. The chin-length works well for oval and heart faces, though it will widen a round face. This cut will not work on thick, coarse hair without significant texturizing, and even then it loses this specific easy movement. One thing worth noting: the layers through the crown are so subtle you almost miss them, but they’re doing all the heavy lifting to keep the top from going flat.
#10 Soft Wave Side Part Bob in Buttery Blonde
If your hair is fine, this will not look like this on you. That fullness at the ends comes from medium density hair that holds a bend on its own, and the loose wave is doing real structural work here, not just decoration. The cut sits just above the collarbone with no visible layering at the perimeter, which tells me the movement comes from long interior layers and a razor or point-cut finish through the mids. Notice how the part isn’t deep or dramatic; it falls maybe two inches off center, keeping volume balanced rather than pushing everything to one side. The color is a hand-painted balayage over a natural dark blonde base, warm without being golden. Oval and heart faces will wear this well. Round faces less so, because there’s nothing angular here to create contrast.
#11: Stylish Blonde Bob with Side Swept Bangs
This chic blonde bob features a flattering length that grazes the jawline, complemented by soft, side-swept bangs that frame the face beautifully. Ideal for fine to medium hair types, the cut adds volume without sacrificing movement. The sleek finish enhances shine, making it perfect for those with oval or heart-shaped faces. Styling requires minimal effort—just a bit of smoothing serum and a round brush to achieve that polished look. This haircut is versatile, offering a contemporary twist while remaining timeless.
#12: Voluminous Side Swept Layered Bob
This voluminous side swept layered bob features soft, flowing layers that add dimension and movement. The hair is medium-length, falling just above the shoulders, with a beautiful side-swept fringe that frames the face. Ideal for straight to wavy hair types, it suits various face shapes, particularly oval and heart-shaped. Styling this look requires a texturizing spray for volume and a round brush for blow-drying to achieve that perfect sweep. It’s a chic choice for those looking to refresh their look with elegance.
#13: Soft Caramel Side-Swept Bob Glow
This soft caramel side-swept bob is perfect for adding warmth and dimension to your look. The shoulder-length cut features a gentle side-swept fringe that beautifully frames the face, ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces. The model’s fine to medium hair density enhances the soft glow, while the subtle caramel highlights create depth. For styling, use a lightweight mousse to maintain volume and a round brush for a polished finish. This cut is versatile, making it easy to dress up or down for any occasion.
#14: Soft Cocoa Side-Swept Classic Bob
This soft cocoa side-swept classic bob features medium-length hair that gently frames the face, making it ideal for oval and heart-shaped faces. The subtle side-swept bangs add a modern twist, providing softness and movement. Perfect for fine to medium hair types, this cut creates a fuller appearance at the ends, enhancing density. Styling is easy—simply use a round brush for a polished finish, or tousle for a more casual look. This hairstyle is versatile, easily transitioning from day to night.
#15: Sharp Angled Bob with Deep Part
This sharp angled bob features a striking deep part that enhances the model’s facial structure. The length falls just above the shoulders, offering versatility in styling. The hair type appears straight with a medium density, allowing for a sleek finish. This haircut beautifully frames various face shapes, particularly oval and heart-shaped, while the angled cut adds dynamic movement. Perfect for those seeking a low-maintenance yet stylish option, this bob requires minimal styling tools to maintain its polished look.
#16 Chic Deep Side Part Bob with Layers
This deep side part bob features beautifully layered thick hair that adds movement and texture. Ideal for oval and square face shapes, it enhances facial features while providing a modern edge. The layers create dimension, making it easy to style with a round brush for volume or sleek with a flat iron. This haircut is perfect for those looking to maintain a polished look with minimal daily effort, allowing for versatility in styling without sacrificing length.
#17: Sleek Chin-Length Bob with Side Part
Glossy and balanced, this sleek chin-length bob with a side part brings clean lines and a subtle asymmetry that flatters most face shapes—especially round or square. It works best on straight, medium to thick hair where the blunt ends can hold their shape and create that polished edge. The side part adds a soft sweep over the forehead, making it great for those wanting to slightly narrow the face. Ideal for professional or minimalist styles, though it may require regular flat ironing if you have natural wave or frizz.
#18: Tousled Bob with Blunt Ends
Consider a tousled bob hairstyle with blunt ends. When your face shape is more angular, long, or wide, a side part will create a balanced look. Try a tousled style with a blunt perimeter and textured long layers. This gives your hair movement and maintains fullness. The side part worn on the opposite side you normally prefer helps give your hair extra body and lift at the crown, which is aesthetically pleasing for square face shapes.
#19: Modern and Short Bob
A modern, clean, short bob with texture is a classic hairstyle. When choosing the right bob for you, there are some factors to consider. First, choose a bob that suits your face shape – a crucial factor that determines the length of the bob. Second, decide on the shape of the bob. You can either choose a more rounded shape or a more angled one.
#20: Voluminous Side-Part Bob with Layers
Full of lift and bounce, this side-part bob features layered ends that curve under beautifully, giving fine to medium hair extra body. The ash-brown balayage with a hint of silvery beige softens facial features and adds depth without harsh lines. Perfect for oval or heart-shaped faces, the deep side part enhances volume on one side while slimming the other. While it flatters most women over 40, be aware that the blowout styling is key—this cut does need regular shaping to keep its rounded, full look.
#21: Sleek Slob with a Side Part
A sleek bob is versatile, offering you many style benefits. Styling a bob in the discussed manner will offer a professional or an attractive, smooth look suitable for a night out. If you want to achieve a similar look, I recommend using a serum and a smoothing product as your styling aids.
#22 Bob with Closure Sew-In Wig
This side-part sew-in bob wig features the ultimate summer style that will leave you feeling cool while having protection from the sun. It looks more natural when using human hair as the material. For an interesting finish, you can wear it with a sassy jet-black to brown ombre.
#23: Side-Parted with No Bangs
A side-parted bob without bangs is an excellent way to add extra volume to your hair. A bob that sits just above the collarbone and has medium-length layers ensures textured hair. This type of cut can be customized to fit your style and body shape. For at-home styling, apply a volumizing mousse on your damp hair. Next, comb it from the roots to the ends. Subsequently, blowdry and brush small sections. Remember, patience is essential to achieve a style that will last the entire week.
#24: A-Line Bob
An A-line bob is a trendy/modern look. Between the sharp A-line, the graduation, and the texture in the layers, this bob haircut with a side parting is for women who want to rock a fun and trendy style. When styling this cut, I was going for a sleek, beveled look. The best part of this look is the severity of the A-line. Even though the lengths are drastically different, they can still be blended.
#25: Face-Framing Fringe on an Icy Bob Cut
Consider stylish hair with a face-framing fringe on an icy bob cut. The fringe grazes the forehead, highlighting your face and facial features. This style of a bob is versatile and tailored to suit different face shapes and hair types. A side part adds asymmetry, delivering a modern flair to the look. Whether you have straight, wavy, or curly hair, this icy bob cut with a side part and face-framing fringe offers a trendy style.
#26: Chic A-Line with a Side Part
For women with oval faces looking for a fresh and modern style, consider doing a chic a-line bob. This hairstyle features longer layers in the front and shorter layers in the back. This creates an angled shape that adds structure and a flattering frame for the face. The side part adds asymmetry and helps balance out the face shape. It’s a versatile cut that can be customized to suit each person’s hair texture and style.
#27: Impressive Bob Makeover
An impressive side-parted bob is a great choice for women looking for a change in hairstyle. It exudes modernity and sophistication. It’s a versatile cut flatters almost all face shapes and hair textures. Its smooth, sleek styling and neat side parts add elegance and class to any look. Hairstylists recommend keeping the hair length just above the shoulders. This helps to maintain its sharpness and structure.
#28: Sleek Side-Parted Asymmetric Bob
The best bob for a longer face shape is to have it lay around the middle of the neck. An asymmetrical style helps to balance the face shape as well. Ask for an asymmetrical a-line with textured ends. If your hair is thick, ask for some weight to be removed from the interior.
#29: Textured and Side-Parted Bob
Ask for a reversible texture lob if this style speaks to you. If you like to flip hair over to either side, request a middle part cut. If you always part to one side, ask the stylist to cut your part. With these side-part bob haircuts, ask for uneven layers along the part line to be balanced around your layered shape.
#30: Side-Parted Curly Bob
A short side-part bob hairstyle is a great option for women who wanna experiment with a new length. Such bobs with side parts are long enough to part in a stunning way and short enough for low upkeep.
#31: Textured Deep Side-Part Bob
Amp up your short bob with a deep side part for a new appearance with depth and a gorgeous finish. This amazing textured side-part bob hairstyle creates an illusion of a fuller hairline and an effortlessly cool look that works great on longer face shapes.
#32: Blonde Bob with Dark Roots
Consider a blonde bob with dark roots for your next hair makeover. These cuts are versatile, can be worn curled or straight, and are always a great style choice. Adding blonde highlights while keeping the roots dark gives this style dimension, with the bonus of a volume boost from the lightener. You cannot go wrong with these styles, and they also work well on all face shapes.
#33: Ginger Side-Parted Layered Bob
Bring some warmth into your skin and body into your hair with a ginger bob. If you want body and movement, I recommend adding layers to your hair. When you want an extra height boost at the crown, take some weight out. You’ll get more volume and lift for fuller-looking locks.
#34: Blonde Lob with a Side Part
If your style is getting too long, a blonde lob with a side part could be a fun way to come into a new you. Consider the level of maintenance that you’re comfortable with. Your best bet at the best style is to commit to upkeeping your color and cut in one visit.
#35: White Bob for Older Ladies
It’s a good idea to transition to bob styles compatible with your daily maintenance level. If you’re starting to gray, you can use a new part to camouflage the grow-out between salon visits—for example, a side part versus a middle part.
#36: Dark Golden Blonde Bob
Change up your look with a bob and dark golden blonde color. Bobs are very versatile and can work perfectly for any hair type. Side-swept part bob hairstyles will give your face a softer appearance. When it comes to switching your part, give it some time for it to fall correctly.
#37: Amazing Bob Makeover
If you have an oval face shape, a bob would be an amazing option for a makeover. Your stylist should leave the length between the ear and chin for a widening effect on your face shape. If you’re worried about maintenance, I highly recommend asking your stylist for textured ends and soft layers. This will allow classic bobs to grow out beautifully.
#38: Messy Light Brown Bob Style
Try a messy light brown bob style if you’re looking for a cute, chic style! It’s super simple and quick to get messy volume. It will only take a few minutes to style. I’d choose round brushing around your face outward to give that bouncy blowout effect.
#39: Gorgeous Blonde Bob with a Swoop Bang
When my clients ask for a gorgeous blonde bob, it helps to get them what they’re asking for when I know things like their color history and how to customize their style, like with a swoop bangs. If you want to switch things up this season, showing up with photos of your preferences will help your stylist create the best style for you.
#40: Stylish Wavy Bob
A soft tousled neck-length cut with minimal waves on a deep part is an effortless look for any formal or casual occasion. You can pull one side of your hair behind your ear to show off a piece of glam jewelry and your complementing make-up.
#41: Chic Angled Bob
We’re gushing over this natural color and edgy angled bob. A natural blonde shade paired with a smooth straight cut makes for a soft and trendy appearance.
#42: Short Bob for Thin, Straight Hair
How can you say no to a cut like this? This brilliant chocolate brown on a jaw-length side-part bob cut is a modern take on the classic hairstyle for fine tresses.
#43: Lace Front Quick Weave with Deep Side-Part
An asymmetrical blunt bob is easier to achieve with a lace front quick weave.
#44 Slightly Parted Layered Lob
Consider a fun razor cut with a slight side-part on beautiful natural balayage blonde hair. Easy, fashionable side-part bob cuts like this could create much-needed texture and movement!
#45: French Bob with Bangs
This short hair inspiration is a classic French girl chic bob with a slight side-part style. I point cut the perimeter for texture and added long layers, chipping into the body of the hair to create movement because she has very thick hair. We did a soft fringe to accentuate her eyes.
#46: Low-Maintenance Inverted Bob
A side-parted bob looks great on just about any woman. The best thing about this look is that it will always be in style. These haircuts featuring a side part are great for straight or curly hair.
#47: Side-Part on Blunt Bob Cut
This blunt side-parted wavy short bob is extremely versatile. Ask your stylist to cut your bob so that if you want to curl it, you will have a ton of texture; if you want to have it straight, it will look sleek and clean.
#48: Trendy Long Bob
A long bob with a has a little bit of flair to stand out. The transition from natural hair is perfect for women who need more time to keep coming to the salon. This allows them to have a longer time to enjoy the color. It gives a little bit of life to a lob, which frames their faces perfectly.
#49: Shoulder-Length Bob on Blonde Hair Color
A shoulder-length blunt cut is the most versatile bob. It’s cut blunt around the perimeter but very texturized on the interior. You can wear it edgy, sleek, or soft and wavy, and it’s still long enough to put in a ponytail.
#50: Edgy Asymmetrical Bob
This look is a balayaged asymmetrical bob. This is a look that you would have to style! It could be as easy as just smoothing it, adding a little bend with a curling iron, or rocking a natural wave (with the product, of course)! Product-wise, I always love a good root boost and a dry texturizing spray!
#51 Wavy Bob with a Deep Side Part and Balayage
A wavy bob cut with a deep side part and balayage consists of many point-cutting and textured layers. Shorter layers at the apex make this style versatile; hair can be parted on either side or in the middle and looks great no matter what.
#52: Extra Short Bob for Older Women
Try an extra short bob to lift facial features and add volume. If you’re looking for a more mature style or want a lifting effect, volume, and layering so it’s easy to maintain and care for, this cut is absolutely for you. The versatility in the style options and the simplicity of such hairstyles put the focus on a youthful and bright face by keeping it open and having the volume more concentrated toward the top of the head.
#53: Side-Parted Bob for Women Over 50
A bob for women over 50 is a great choice for thinning or fine hair. A side part adds extra height, giving the illusion of thicker, more voluminous locks. Ask your stylist if golden copper highlights with a warm brunette root compliment your skin tone.
#54: Sleek Side-Parted Blonde Bob
Go for a sleek, side-parted blonde bob—a soft feminine cut for the short-haired woman. A sleek bob can be cut with minimal or internal layers to remove weight from thicker hair. Blonde chunky highlights give a bob a modern 90’s vibe.
#55: Lived-In Bob Haircut
A lived-in bob haircut is a natural way to accent one’s “best side.” Hairlines often part naturally left, right, and sometimes off-centered. However, side-part hairstyles are great ways to give the silhouette body and height. A pro tip while blow-drying is to direct the hair opposite to the preferred part and settle the hair into place for added support and void from the hair falling limp through the day.
#56: Very Deep Side Part Bob
Consider a very deep side part if you have fine hair and are looking for ways to make your hair look thicker. The deepest side part will lift your hair at the root for mega volume, especially if you work in a thickening product such as Kenra Root Lifting Spray 13 before you blow-dry. Remember that your hairstylist will need to know if you plan to flip your part around or always part on the same side before they cut the front pieces. Don’t be afraid to ask for the comb to show them exactly where you like to part on the side so they can be precise with the cut.
#57: Voluminous Short Hair with Side Parting
Consider a side parting to achieve big, short hair. It will add a bit of flair. For more movement, dry your hair opposite to your final look. Then, flip it over to the side you will wear it. For this look to stay in place and effortless, use a texture spray, like Oribe’s Dry Texture spray, in the roots. This will add grip and give the look staying power while letting the ends move free.
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