16 Trendiest Medium Layered Bob Haircuts for Shoulder-Length Hair

Cindy Marcus
Cindy Marcus Hairstylist, Editor-in-Chief

Get inspired by one of these stunning medium layered bob haircuts! If you have shoulder-length hair, consider opting for a bob cut to soften your facial features. If you’re curious whether a bob should be layered, the answer is a resounding yes! Medium-length hair with layers is fantastic for every hair type and texture.

For thick hair, it will help to reduce bulk. If your hair is fine, it will provide added volume and that desirable texture that’s so in vogue right now. By incorporating layers into a bob, you achieve the ideal mix of movement and a face-framing style that’s simple to maintain.

Before your next hair appointment, take a look at these images showcasing this year’s best medium layered bobs!

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a charming feathered bob for layered locks

#1 Charming Feathered Bob for Layered Locks

 

This charming feathered haircut features a stunning blend of rich copper and pink hues, creating a vibrant and modern look. Ideal for medium to thick hair, the layers add incredible volume and movement, making it perfect for various face shapes. The feathered technique lightens the hair, providing a soft and airy finish. This style requires a bit of styling to maintain its shape and volume but offers a chic and fashionable appearance.

#2: Chic Medium Layered Angled Bob Featuring an Undercut

Discover a chic medium-layered undercut bob. The back is not stacked at all, keeping it contemporary. It features just a slight undercut, making it suitable for women with thick hair. Also, this medium bob is quick and easy to style! Medium-layered bobs are most flattering when styled straight with some volume in the back. If your hair has a lot of texture and you’re not committed to daily styling, a shoulder-length bob might not be ideal for you.

a chic wavy bob

#3 Chic Wavy Bob

This layered bob cut is beautifully complemented by a stunning, rich copper color. Not only does it create the illusion of thickness cascading down to the global color, but it’s also simple to style. The benefit of a layered bob haircut on medium hair is that it flatters a wide variety of face shapes and textures. Whether your hair is fine or thick, it works well. It’s a style that requires a styling product to provide hold and shine, thereby enhancing volume.

Chic Shoulder Length Razor Cut Bob
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#4: Chic Shoulder-Length Razor Cut Bob

This style of shoulder-length layered bob is currently in vogue. Incorporating negative space within a medium bob with razored layers enhances movement. This allows for greater visibility of texture in darker hair and reduces bulkiness in thicker hair. Razor cuts are an excellent way to achieve this mid-length layered hairstyle.

adorable inverted layered bob
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#5: Adorable Inverted Bob with Stacked Back

Consider a reverse haircut if you desire something bold. A medium layered inverted bob haircut is easy to manage when it comes to styling. Just add a touch of texture, and that’s sufficient. A mid-length inverted bob looks incredibly cute with all hair types, particularly in straight, thick locks.

Stunning Bob with Fringe

#6 Stunning Mid-Length Bob with Fringe

The mid-length layered bob with fringe is a popular choice. This shape adapts beautifully to various hair textures. Depending on the hair texture and face shape, you can adjust the placement of the fringe. With the airy textured lines, it also grows out wonderfully.

#7: Layered Balayage Long Bob with Tousled Texture

For a stylish and effortless haircut, consider a tousled and layered long bob. Long bobs are versatile for any hair type, with quick and simple styling. Tousled layers and waves incorporated into your long layered bob provide a relaxed vibe and tousled texture that’s consistently fashionable.

ideal for medium layered fine hair
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#8: Chic Blunt Bob with Gentle Layers for Medium Fine Hair

This is an exquisite blunt bob with gentle layers for medium-length fine hair. Adding face-framing choppy layers creates the illusion of volume by introducing texture all around, even with straight, fine hair. Add full bangs to accentuate your beautiful eyes and make your hair appear fuller. Otherwise, ask your stylist to blend your bangs into your hair to open up your face and emphasize your cheekbones and facial features like the model in the picture above.

#9: Stunning Layered Curly Bob Featuring Bangs

A stunning layered medium bob for curly hair with 70’s disco era inspiration is making a comeback. The added layers on top of the soft graduation created the lift at the crown. The fringe gives it a refreshed feel.

#10: Chic Copper Bob with Side Bangs for Sleek Hair

When contemplating a layered bob haircut paired with side bangs, you’ll want to keep an eye on the styling duration—style it with a side-swept effect and a deep side part for a chic, distinctive look. A medium-layered bob hairstyle featuring bangs is incredibly popular at the moment.

#11: The Ultimate A-Line Bob for Medium-Length Hair

This is a trendy variant of the mid-length layered A-line bob. You can effortlessly wear it down or gather it into a ponytail for a stylish appearance! Pair with full bangs to achieve a sleek look with added volume!

#12: Chic Medium-Length Layered Stacked Bob

This chic medium-length layered stacked bob features a defined angle and a gentle stack. This bob hairstyle flatters a variety of face shapes. It’s ideal for women who prefer to maintain length around their faces while opting for a shorter back. This bob can enhance different hair textures.

Layered Bob for Thick Hair
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#13: Textured Layered Bob for Voluminous Hair

This hairstyle showcases a fantastic example of a shoulder-length layered bob perfect for thick hair. Incorporating internal layers will lighten your tresses. If you’re searching for a fresh take on your standard bob, this wavy and textured variation can enhance any look. With a shorter cut in the back and longer lengths in the front, this complete bob paired with long side bangs will leave you feeling confident with any ensemble you choose.

#14: Textured and Layered Blonde Bob for Fine Hair

Are you searching for a hairstyle that enhances volume in your hair? This medium-length layered bob haircut is ideal for fine, limp hair. The layers contribute to the appearance of fullness and movement while offering some styling flexibility.

a simplified straight bob

#15 Simplified Straight Bob

This simplified straight bob is straight-up fire! It’s one of the timeless medium bob hairstyles. Know your hair type when considering a bob like this. If you have very thick, coarse hair, it may lay quite different on you.

#16: Chic Options for Mature Women

A chic style for mature women should be rich in texture to appear playful and sophisticated. This look works beautifully with a medium-length bob. The chop’s texture and layering elevate the hair to flatter most face shapes.