A customer came into my salon earlier this week and described what she was looking for as “something that looks like I just got my hair done but also maybe like I just woke up like this.” Honestly, I think that completely encapsulates the vibe of the moment! It’s really polished and put together, but the bob structure and good blowout give the look lots of effortless appeal. It gives the floaty feeling of being your best self, without any effort.
The bob blowout is such an interesting cut because it isn’t just one thing. Its versatility allows it to take on many forms based on your texture, density, location of your layers, how much movement you want, etc. Last year I had a client who had been sporting the same long layered look for a decade. On a whim, we decided to do a blowout bob, and she literally cried because she said she finally looked like herself. That’s the thing with the bob blowout, it just clicks with people and I think these 30 looks are going to help you get there. I’m really excited about these looks and I think they are going to inspire you to want to book an appointment.
#1: Modern Blowout Layered Bob with Glossy Finish
This blowout layered bob shows a sleek design because of the soft voluminous layers. The model’s hair is medium length and looks vibrant with a healthy shiny finish. It is cut to enhance natural waves and movement, and this style works best with medium to thick hair. This hair style suits a range of face shapes, especially oval and heart shapes faces. For a salon finish at home, a blow dryer and round brush are ideal. This hair style is the ideal combination of modern and elegant effortless style.
#2: Golden Chestnut Layered Blowout Lob
We understand you have great hair and will probably not be sharing your secrets, but this is exactly the type of vibe we want from a lob. The golden chestnut is working wonders because of how it reflects light in a simple, effortless way and makes the hair appear super healthy and multidimensional. The layers are placed perfectly to give that soft,bouncy blowout look. It only takes 15 minutes with a round brush and blow dryer to achieve this yourself. If you have been considering a balayage, but wanted something not too major, this is it!
#3: Icy Platinum Side-Swept Bob Luxe
The platinum color is so light that it is silver in some lights. I think it’s really neat how the side sweep gives it an old Hollywood feel paired with a modern bob. I think the soft waves is what keeps it from feeling too harsh. And with a color this icy, I’m sure that’s a main concern for a lot of people. If you’re going this light, you should be really diligent about using purple shampoo, but the payoff is worth it, because when this color is fresh, nothing else like it. This also makes it look better in photos.
#4: Chic Blunt Bob with Soft End Movement
I like a blunt bob that’s not fully blunt, if that makes sense. This style has some movement toward the ends so it doesn’t look too stiff, but it still has a clean and sharp look overall. Length that is just below the chin is flattering on most faces, and the tiny bit of layering at the very ends is what gives it that little kick. Most looks require a bit of effort to look good, so it’s a rare compliment to say you could just air dry this and it would still look good.
#5: Chic Layered Mid-Length Bob with Subtle Movement
I love how layered cuts use movement in the hair as opposed to using blunt, obvious cuts. The color also adds depth, richness, and contrast to the cut that shows details most people miss. If you have medium or fine hair and have been afraid that layering would make your hair look thinner, let this be evidence that it doesn’t have to. Just be prepared to use a blow dryer every few days because the layers will lose their shape.
#6: Modern Layered Bob with Soft Flicked Ends
Before you judge me, listen up. Flicked ends are coming back, and I swear, they won’t scream 90’s mom hair. This style is lighter and more modern because it has more layers that do the work instead of a curling iron. Length that sits just below the shoulder means you still have enough to pull it back, and the flicks give it personality without overwhelming the style. Especially on fine hair, this movement gives the illusion of volume which is a great trick.
#7: Bold Cherry Stacked Bob with Soft Layers
The excitement about this color red is totally justified! It’s a bold red that manages not to tip over into costume territory. That stacking in the back gives that roundness and fullness to even the finer hair. The softer front layers soften against the head so you don’t get that helmet look. Let’s be real though, a bright cherry red is going to need a LOT of upkeep. Expect touch ups every few weeks, and a color depositing shampoo is not optional if you don’t want it to fade muddy. But when it’s fresh? It’s genuinely stunning.
#8: Flattering Layered Bob with Soft Face-Framing Pieces
Face-framing layers accentuate the cheekbones and make the jawline look less harsh. The bangs, with just a touch of fringe and not too thick, look nice. They mix well with the other layers. The finishing touches on this cut mean it can be styled for any occasion, whether it be work or dinner. This cut does require regular maintenance in the form of trims to keep the shape and prevent it from looking overgrown.
#9: Chic Layered Copper Bob with Soft Curls
The copper shade is also stunning and gives a warming effect to the skin and makes you look more awake and alive overall brightening your complexion, The curls are not tight little ringlets they are more like large barrel curls that you would shake out. Face framing layers are really important because without them the length of your hair can make it look like it is just hanging there so these layers definitely help to give it shape. Just a heads up copper does fade quickly so it is a color that is high commitment, high reward.
#10: Chic Voluminous Bob with Soft Face-Framing Layers
People will start to ask if you did something different and they won’t know what to compliment exactly. They’ll just know that there is new and good looking about you and that’s what’s important. It’s the volume. These layers will give you lifting through the mid-lengths and the slight wave helps create that softer, more effortless look as opposed to looking really structured and put together. If you have fine hair and have been trying to achieve more volume then this haircut is going to do more for your volume than anything I could sell you.
#11: Textured Ash Blonde Bob with Soft Volume
A color I love is ash blonde! I love how the shadow root breaks up the grow out so it doesn’t look too flat or one-dimensional. The ends look just the right amount of texture to give it that lived-in look as if you just styled it yesterday and it looks good today. The subtle layering in the cut adds that extra movement while the ash color reflects light in such a cool almost pearlescent way. Although the upkeep to maintain ash tones can be a bit of a hassle because of the warm tones that creep back in, when it looks this good, it is totally worth it!
#12: Chic Blunt Bob with Subtle Face Framing
A timeless bob is a breath of fresh air and here is one! Finished with soft and subtle blonde highlights, the hair is cut at shoulder length with extra framing and soft layers around the face to lighten the look – nothing too boxy. It looks great air dried, blow dried, or even with a low pony! You’ll have this cut for ages with regular trims and basically, you will never have a bad hair day.
#13: Chic Layered Lob with Soft Movement
I want to mention that there is a small inner curl at the ends here. This is a subtle detail, but it really alters the feeling of the cut. It gives a more elegant and deliberate appearance, almost suggesting a secret. The softness of the layers minimizes the appearance of “layered” hair. This also improves how the hair moves, allowing it to fall more naturally. For those with fine hair, if you are apprehensive about going shorter, a lob length is a very soft option.
#14: Vibrant Layered Bob with Rich Sunset Highlights
the combination of orange and plum is veryintersting and different because they are two colors that are not commonly used together. the added benefit of using tones of the same color family is that it provides a natural transition between all of the colors. the layered cut also helps break up the potential heaviness the color could bring. combined with the moved ends giving extra exposure to the color, this will need a lot of maintenance i won’t lie, however, sometimes it feels nice to do something this drastic and a color this bold will surely help with that!
#15: Deep Chocolate Layered Bob with Natural Flow
I think chocolate brown hair has a richness that, in combination with the layered cut, takes movement to a different level, which is an incredible achievement when working with a dark color. While a lot of clients say dark hair is boring, I say the opposite, and I think this style proves my point. The slight off-centre-part is just asymmetrical enough not to detract from the balance of the look, while still making it that much more interesting. And hair like this really is the dream because a style like this can go from work to drinks without needing a single touch up.
#16: Softly Textured Long Bob with Subtle Layers
This long bob would work for someone wanting to go shorter but not wanting to go above the shoulders. The layers are kept to a minimum so the ends don’t feel heavy, especially with fine straight hair. You want to keep as much thickness as possible. The sleek finish allows for a smooth look, which is easy to achieve with a paddle brush and some patience. It doesn’t have that sophisticated look, but it is really well done, and sometimes that is the point.
#17: Modern Beachy Bob with Subtle Highlights
I love how this balayage is meant to look as if the sun made it. The waves give off a perfectly messy and relaxed, and look just like the textured waves you get from braiding your hair (or the same look can be achieved using sea salt spray and letting it dry). The balayage with collarbone length hair is super versatile, and the whole look is very chill and effortless. If you have thick hair, you might have to do a little thinning to get that light and airy look, but this pretty much happens on its own with fine to medium hair!
#18: Softly Textured Mid-Length Bob with Gentle Face-Framing Layers
The gentle layers that frame the face and blend into the rest of the haircut. That’s the point. These layers are meant to be subtle but help enhance the overall look of the face. They accomplish this. The highlights are beautiful and pair well with the natural sun-kissed glow which comes from the brightening of the overall look. If you style your hair a lot, this cut should work great for you and the way your hair looks undone will still be intentional.
#19: Sleek A-Line Bob with Glossy Finish
An A-line bob offers a very neat and pleasing hairstyle. The angles and cuts that are even create a shape that is geometric and looks expensive. This shiny angled bob displays a quality level that is high. To achieve this shiny look at home, a good shine serum and a flat iron set to low will do the trick. For the greatest results with this hairstyle, medium and thick hair is best. This is because some density is required to support a sharp line. Finer hair tends to lose the angle and will collapse. However, if your hair is thick and coarse, this style will provide some of the most polished bobs that you can get.
#20: Softly Textured Blunt Bob with Light Blonde Highlights
The blunt cut offers structure while the highlights offer softness which makes for a nice balance. The highlights also give that sun-kissed effect which is nice and natural. If you have natural waves, you’ll really enjoy this cut as it will let the waves show through without looking messy. The maintenance on color will be required every couple of months, but in between appointments, the cut is low-maintenance.
#21: Soft Layered Bob with Gentle Face-Framing Waves
These waves caress the air and seem to float. The layers create volume when framing the face so the ends don’t look wispy. The front highlights create light around your face, and I use this technique a lot because it balances the focus to your face. Softer layered bobs are trust worthy ways to give the appearance of more hair, especially when fine hair is involved.
#22: Soft Layered Bob with Subtle Movement
With this cut, the first thing you will notice is an incredible amount of movement. This is something that almost never translates in photos. The movement is very subtle and very soft. You will certainly appreciate how beautiful the hair sways when you turn your head or when the wind blows. Stiffness is always class, but this is cut is more than stiff and will give you some class. For daily maintenance, all you need is a light flexible hold spray.
#23: Stylish Layered Bob with Rich Burgundy Highlights
One of the most underrated combinations is burgundy highlights on a dark base. The color has the warmth of a full red, but has a more subtle tone. The highlights also help create more dimension to the hairstyle, as colors that pop against dark bases are more visually interesting than just a single color. The subtle layers in the hair help the different colors shift stand out. Movement is also really key to help the color pop, especially for people with fine hair as it helps create the illusion of more depth and thickness. Dark bases will need touch ups over time, especially as the color fades and warm tones become more dominant.
#24: Modern Glossy Blunt Bob with Subtle Movement
Not everyone can pull off a jaw-length bob, but when done right, it’s beautiful, and this is no exception. The cut is blunt and looks polished, almost as if she’s moonlighted as a hair model in a Pantene ProV ad. Light movement at the tips of the hair is just enough to soften the whole look; a bob this short and blunt can come off as overly stiff, but she avoids that fate. The ashy blonde is a great way to brighten up the whole face. The maintenance of this cut will be more frequent than long cuts due to the fact that even a quarter of an inch of growth will change the shape of the bob. Still, it’s a sacrifice worth making because it will look amazing every single day.
#25: Modern Textured Bob with Subtle Layers
I like how the layers in this cut have been placed. They sit towards the middle and bottom sections of the hair, which helps the hair keep fullness and avoids thinning.. This is best for medium to thick hair because it helps remove some weight to allow the hair to move without losing density. Highlights through the layers also add texture and define the layers more. If your hair is quite fine, I would probably recommend something more structured, as these types of soft layers need natural thickness to really show.
#26: Modern Curly Bob with Face-Softening Layers
I like how this cut inspires people to work with their natural waves. The layers are designed to highlight the curl pattern while the face-framing layers soften the jaw and cheekbone area. The movement of shoulder-length hair is ideal for wavy and curly hair as it gives enough weight to the hair to prevent excessive puffiness. Don’t forget to take a curl cream with you that helps maintain definition and control frizz, especially in humid weather.
#27: Chic Textured Bob with Subtle Waves
These waves are effortless and don’t look overdone. This is the sweet spot all the bobs are looking to get. The highlights here add more depth to the waves and make them stand out more. The medium length style allows for good hair movement, but won’t feel heavy or be a hassle when the hair is long. This style is a bob that is appropriate for any occasion. You can go from the store to dinner with this style. This is what most people want from their hair but never say it.
#28: Subtle Ombre Bob with Light Layers
Ombre coloring on a bob hairstyle can be a hit or miss. It can look bad if the colors are too contrasting. In this example, the colors are blended great! The transition from dark hair at the roots to light hair at the ends is soft and gradual. The lighter layers are just enough to see the movement, resulting in a fresh and youthful style. If you have lighter ends, you will have to take care of them. We recommend bond repair treatments every couple of weeks to avoid that dry and straw-like feeling that can happen with lightened hair. With the right care, this subtle ombre look can be one of the best options for a bob haircut.
#29: Classic Blunt Bob with Subtle Movement
I keep coming back to blunt bobs for a reason. The clean and neat finish on a blunt bob is very chic, and this specific bob is soft enough to not look hard. The deep color adds a lot of dimension, and a blunt cut done on fine to medium hair makes the hair look thick because no weight is taken off the ends. The length is practical too, just above the shoulders is short enough to feel like a good change but still long enough to clip it back or tuck it behind the ears. For blunt cuts, you have to get regular trims and I mean every 6 weeks is ideal because ends grow out and look so obvious when there are no layers to hide the grown out ends.
#30: Classic Rounded Bob with Subtle Layers
This bob looks good because of its shape. You can see that the hair is layered to give it some texture, which prevents the whole look from being too straight, and it also adds some movement so it doesn’t look too flat. The shine on the hair indicates that it most likely has a gloss treatment and some decent products, possibly even a combination of both. If your hair is straight and finding it hard to style in an interesting way, a bob like this will give it the shape that a longer style won’t provide.
#31: Textured Copper Bob with Soft Volume
The warmness of the copper really warms up your face and, on some skin tones, the copper is beautiful. The ends with texture and soft layers, give a volume that looks natural and not overly styled. This is important because we want the copper to feel effortless. For fine hair, this cut works great because the layers create the appearance of more thickness, and the color adds more weight to the hair. If you are considering some red, a copper is a great choice, as it appears more natural.
#32: Textured Blonde Bob with Elegant Waves
The blonde color brightens the whole space and adds to the room’s soft and smooth wave-like essence. In this specific case, merit is given on this particular design since layered waves most assuredly create an illusion of depth, which is an all too real concern with a lot of blonde hair as lighter shades tend to show less dimension than darker ones; here, the texture compensates for this by creating shadows and movement within the hair. Expect about five minutes of styling if it’s naturally wavy, if it’s straight then a quick pass with a wave wand will do.
#33: Soft Textured Blunt Bob with Face-Framing Layers
This style keeps the blunt bob fun by having the ends flip out and adding some lightheartedness to it. The face-framing layers aren’t too obvious and the soft blending into the rest of the cut draws attention to the features you want to highlight. The blonde hair looks sunkissed with that nice natural quality instead of being harshly highlighted. The varying tones give a nice contrast rather than looking flat. The blunt edges need to stay sharp for that clean line so expect to plan on trims every five to six weeks to keep the look intentional.
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