I’ve been moving things around at my station and look what I found – an old photo from 2019 of one of my clients. She came in asking for something “different but not TOO different” and I did a classic choppy bob with curtain bangs. She ended up crying in the chair. Not in a sad way though! More like, “I didn’t even know my hair could look this good!” It brings me so much joy to think back on those experiences.
Choppy bobs, curtain bangs, and choppy bobs with bangs don’t get nearly enough love from women over 50. They break the “helmet” look that often happens when hair starts to shift and age. Some curtain bangs soften the face and eliminate the need for a heavy bangs that can date a person. I have watched styles evolve on my clients over the years, and I appreciate how this style can look so different on each person, and how two women with the same cut, “a choppy bob with curtain bangs” can look completely different. That’s the beauty of it, and I want to show you some of my favorites because I love this so much, I could literally talk about it for hours and I probably will!
#1: That Perfect “I Woke Up Like This” Choppy Bob with Soft Highlights
I can tell this look has been pulled together effortlessly. For hair that sits just above the shoulders, this is the perfect length. It moves with the wearer, yet is not too distracting. The choppy layers create a beautiful movement to the hair as it moves. The highlights catch the light and give a soft touch to the hair, which makes it look warm. This hairstyle works well for fine to medium hair as it adds texture and creates the illusion of more volume. The face framing pieces do soften the look and adds some positive changes. The look is easy as it does not require maintenance, but shaped with a round brush some times to preserve the form.
#2 The Brushed-Back Volume Bob with Those Wispy Bangs
I love the chin-skimming textured bob trend at The Crown, and I can’t wait to see the LIFT here! This style features a lot of dimension thanks to some interior layering and some razor texturizing, and it’s all done without backcombing or anything too crazy. The curtain bangs are softly cut so they rest above the eyes. The single lighter piece at the front with some caramel lowlights is a great way to get some dimension without the commitment of foils, which is better for maintenance! Here’s the real talk: Those bangs are gonna take some daily styling with a small round brush or flat iron to keep them lookin’ on point. If that sounds like too much of a commitment, it’s totally worth chatting about before you go for it!
#3 The Cool-Girl Chin-Length Chop with Piecey Bangs
I know making it look this effortless takes a lot of skill. This entire look is amazing; chin-length cuts look awesome, the bangs are super airy, plus the short crown layers give all the volume it needs. The ends look great being point cut for a more lived in look, and the razor texturing adds to the lightness. The root smudge plus scattered silver strands is a perfect way to grow out color. It’s better than the struggle of coloring every 6 weeks. Plus, the instant volume from this cut is great! Bangs are going to need a little love every morning. If your hair is fine, a little root lift spray will help at the crown!
#4 That Gorgeous Silver Choppy Bob Everyone Keeps Asking Me About
Over the past three weeks, I’ve been asked about silver hair about three times each week. When I receive messages with images like this, I get really happy! This is how you should wear silver hair. The hair is layered for more volume, but not 80’s hair band voluminous. It is a shoulder-length cut, but it has enough length so that hair can be tucked behind the ears, or fall all to the front. This haircut with silver hair is such a modern look. The choppy layers give it dimension instead of looking flat. The most common mistake people make when going silver is actually ironing it flat. Just put a little mousse or some lightweight styling cream on wet hair, and you’re done. This is the level of maintenance that I want.
#5 Rich Chocolate Chin-Length Bob with the Prettiest Sheered Bangs
I just have to say something about this LOOK. The COLOR + THIS CUT is just *chef’s kiss* It’s chin-length, point cut bob, with sheer curtain bangs, crown layers, and feathered end layers. It creates soft, bouncy movement and makes it look like you just floated out of a French film. The narrow, temple babylights are so strategically placed. Instead of a filter, it feels like a really good placement. Now for the honest part, this is one of those cuts where the bangs + piecey texture really do need daily smoothing and quite a bit of product to look like this. If your ends are really fine, your stylist better be using the correct texturizing techniques in the cut or it will go wispy in the wrong way.
#6 Brunette Textured Bob That Makes Me Want to Cut My Own Hair
Some haircuts are instant reactions and this is one of those cuts. This chin-length choppy brunette bob features feathered curtain bangs and soft waves. The lift from the crown is created by internal layering along with some razoring, which is the ideal combo and not a lot of people can ask for those. It’s great that it covers minor temple thinning without looking like it’s TARGETING that area, it just looks like an impressive haircut. Also, the silver strands blending with a root-smudge? Gorgeous, not fighting nature, just working with it. A good texturizing product will be needed to get that separation and some precise bang trims to keep everything looking sharp. A clear gloss glaze now and then will really boost the shine factor.
#7 That Warm Chestnut Rounded Bob That Photographs Like a Dream
The chin-length rounded bob and soft curtain bangs shows how to do a forward shape cut. It is about creating a nice shape without a lot of bulk. The inner layers are light so it helps create some lift, and the ends are point cut so it gives a nice airy look. The subtle balayage highlights do so much for brightening blue eyes and freckled skin, it’s almost unfair. If you’re someone in their 50s this is a great option as it looks polished without needing 30 minutes of styling every day. This color is also very low maintenance so the grow out is nice. Just a heads up, if you have fine hair you will want to use a root lifting product to create some volume and the bangs will need a bit of shaping so they don’t get too soft. Overall it’s a great cut!
#8 Warm Chestnut Choppy Bob with That Hidden Crown Magic
The micro layers at the top are THE secret to this haircut. You see all that built in lift? That’s not a blowout, that’s the haircut architecture and I get so nerdy about stuff like this. This chin length warm chestnut bob features wispy curtain bangs, face framing babylights in caramel and a root shadow that softens all the colours so beautifully. The point cutting and vertical slicing give this piecey end and that gorgeous inward flip at the nape. This is really nice on oval or round faces that need a little extra volume on top. The bangs will need some daily smoothing and if you have really tight curls, this shape will likely require more heat styling than you’re going to want to deal with.
#9 Icy Platinum Chin-Length Bob That Just HITS Different
A platinum color on a woman over fifty is one of my most memorable experiences. This chin-length bob with razor cut curtain bangs is so modern, clean, and effortless. The internal point layers at the crown combined with a sliced perimeter provide an effortless swing. It lifts the face and has an expensive, airy, beautifully blowing out quality. The challenge with the color platinum is that it shows everything. Every flyaway. Every out of place strand. The color is also high maintenance. You will need to be on good terms with your toner because that cool platinum is going to turn yellow the second you turn your back.
#10 Warm Auburn Choppy Bob That Makes Fall Feel Permanent
Warm auburn hair colors look great, and this chin-length bob is no exception. This chin-length bob hit just above the jaw with razor broken curtain bangs. There are short internal crown layers for effortless volume and a soft inward bevel at the nape for that touch of sophistication. Lightened strands face framing root smudging offer dimension to the look. They also help to prevent that outgrowth line that we all hate. This cut also offers airiness and movement making for an easy blow dry and go style. Just a heads up, these bangs will require routine trimming and the babylights will gloss over so that they look fresh.
#11 Wispy Layered Bob That Looks Good From Literally Every Angle
It’s great to see you getting fantastic results from all angles. I like this chin length, layered bob. It has a nicely blended curtain bang. The bob has shorter inner layers, plus razor textured ends, which gives an airy, light feel at the crown. The root smudge and micro babylights look natural. They create depth without screaming that I just got a fresh appointment at the salon. The cut also frames the eyes and softens the jaw, making everything look put together while avoiding a hard look. The only thing I would mention is that it needs a bit of an effort. A light cream or a quick blow dry is all it takes. If your hair is coarse, you might find that your bangs separate more than you’d like.
#12 Chestnut Bob with Caramel Babylights That Catches the Light Perfectly
Let’s talk about the babylights. The location of the babylights is so good. For this bob, I have it chin length, with a slight graduated bob, internal layers, soft razor-edged curtain bangs that are all point cut. The face framing babylights just brighten everything up and wake the look up. It’s lifted at the crown, decreased bulk, and the vibe is just more modern and lighter overall. Bangs do need to be shaped regularly because as they grow out, they can look heavy and the delicate babylights will need a little color refreshing to keep it look fresh. If you have fine hair, I’d recommend a root lift mousse and a little texturizing paste because that will probably be a daily must have.
#13 The Blunt Lob with Feathery Fringe That Looks Expensive
I know that this is a blunt lob, and blunt lobs can seem a little expensive, but I feel like this one is even more so. The ends are also in that nice open cut. The roots of the hair have been colored which contributes to that lived-in feeling of the hair. The cut is also softer around the neck so there’s a little bit of a softer nape tuck, which really makes a big difference. This will work best on straight hair that is fine to medium in thickness, and will work nicely on oval and heart face shapes. The bangs may require a bit of styling if they are long to sit the way you want them, and I feel that if your hair is really thick then you’ll lose that nice lightweight quality that makes this cut work really well.
#14 Strawberry Red Piecey Bob That Makes Me Want To Be Bold
I get a little rush when my clients request a strawberry copper color, it is such a big deal! The chin grazing piecey bob, wispy bangs, DIVINE! The internal point cut layers progress micro so it lives and breathes and looks effortless! If you have some slight temple thinning, this acts as a clever disguise. The softness of the root smudge makes the skin look glowing, and warm reds tend to be high maintenance. They fade quickly and need a lot of upkeep. The bangs need daily touch ups, but if you are willing to put in the work it is SO WORTH IT!
#15 The Soft Silver Bob That Made Me Rethink Everything About Going Gray
I used to think that going silver meant sacrificing a lot of style for the sake of practicality. I changed my mind after seeing some new hair cuts. I think a chin length choppy bob is stunning! The center-parted fringe separates the crown nicely, leaving some natural volume (no product needed). The internal graduation done at a short length paired with point cut ends creates a ton of movement! The lowlighting and root shadow blend the silver so seamlessly that it looks like you totally took care of it (which I hate). The fringe will require some light daily styling. If you have thick hair, it may not hold it the way you want, but for fine to medium hair, it will look stunning!
#16 The Textured Jaw-Length Bob I Keep Recommending
Over the last year, I have suggested this haircut more than any other. For good reason, too. It’s a textured bob that hits the jaw with a feathered curtain fringe, soft internal graduation, and a subtle root shadow. It has razor textured ends. My favorite part is how the choppy layers work WITH a crown cowlick instead of against it, which, if you have one, you KNOW how big of a deal that is. You get a ton of lift, an eye-framing, and great grays blended really naturally. The bangs will need to be styled every day, and if your hair is really coarse or tightly curled you may have a bit of a battle with this texture.
#17 Salt-and-Pepper Choppy Bob That Made My Client Cry Happy Tears
The bob haircut hairstyle is reminiscent of good sorts of crying, tears of joy. This chin-length bob, with gentle choppiness internal razoring, and point cut ends, creates height, and gives lift to the look without adding bulk to the style. Feathered bangs help shape and soften the look of the face, and are very flattering to the overall appearance. What I adore the most is how the style harmonizes with the natural salt and pepper at the crown, as well as the wonderful, low-maintenance, and intentional looking color melt. Hiding the greys is not at all part of the style. Embracing the use of grey and not hiding it is chic! It is ideal for wavy fine to medium hair, especially for the over fifties who want to stop spending time and money at the salon. A small sacrifice to make for a classic bob hairstyle is that the bangs may require a little daily shaping, and very fine hair might require some extra texturising product, but that isn’t much at all.
#18 The Voluminous Textured Bob with See-Through Fringe
My chin-length choppy bob is fully comprised of razor microlayering, giving it that gorgeous, natural inward spiral which offers lift around the jaw area. The movement is super quick, the framing is airy and face-contouring, and the styling is quite effortless. The ends are point-cut with some razor texture and the root smudge is blended seamlessly with the visible silver strands peeking through. I am not bothered by the see-through bangs, as I know they need more frequent shaping because they show every millimeter of growth, and fine roots can flatten them if you’re not on top of it. I really love sheer, wispy bangs because it gives a delicate vibe to the face without actually having proper bangs, you know?
#19 Ashy Blonde Choppy Bob with That Perfect Side-Swept Fringe
This chin bob is showing how classy an ash blonde looks on women over 50. The soft root melt blends gray seamlessly. The micro layers at the front of the face along with razor slicing, and side swept curtain bangs give a cool girl look. The NO effort lift at the crown and the choppy bob gives an air of simply great hair. The shaggy look and that lived-in quality is so good. The hair at the top looks so good. A good styling paste will be great for those separated pieces, and you might want to book some toner appointments to keep that sneaky ash from warming up.
#20 Chiseled Copper Bob That’s Giving Main Character Energy
This chop is super bold! I love this chin length bob on a woman in her 50s. It is stunning. Point cutting and some internal thinning creates these airy ends and that crown lift makes the bob feel fresh. She has that thinner face-framing lighter ribbon and that placement brightens blue eyes and it WORKS. The cut provides beautiful movement and fullness, so you’re not going to have to rely on products to create volume that is not there. The bangs will need some styling each and every day, and with that color, copper tones need to be glazed routinely because they fade the fastest out of any of the colors.
#21 Silver Layered Bob with the Most Gorgeous Airy Fringe
What stood out to me first about this look is the glassy cool metallic silver chin-length layered bob. Achieving a metallic look is very challenging, but it’s very rewarding when done properly. The short internal layers at the crown give it some nice lift while the razor-point texturizing gives that nice light, jaw-framing movement, and keeps it from looking too droopy. The slightly deeper roots do make the grow-out look intentional, which is a nice touch because it means you won’t have to run back to the salon every three weeks. While the fringe won’t require a lot of upkeep, it will need to be shaped quite a bit and glazed just to keep the tone cool and a nice glossy look. But that was a pretty common standard with silver hair.
#22 Tousled Short Bob That Fakes a Full Head of Hair
If you have some minor crown thinning, and you want to EASE into a style that suits your crown thinning, then this is the cut for you. With chin to ear length and choppy point cut layers, and a rounded curtain fringe, this cut works wonders for creating a lot of airy movement so any crown thinning gets masked by the texture of the cut. The technique is cutting hairs and doing the work for you. The cut gives instant lift, face framing softness, and it makes blow drying your hair super easy and textured. You need hair product to hold it, and you may need to cut it vertically every so often to prevent it from getting too much hair in the wrong places, but overall this is a really good and flattering cut.
#23 Copper Choppy Short Bob That Just RADIATES
When women with slightly wavy hair have copper hair, I find it appealing. I appreciate color movement, and I assume it looks just as good with straight hair. The chin-length messy bob has feathered bangs, and she has more volume at the crown, especially where her cowlick is, and those details make a good haircut a WORLD CLASS haircut. The reddish color, shadow rooting, and glossing looks rich and expensive, a box dye won’t give you that. Red is a styling maintenance color and will require regular upkeep. Your hair will need to be coarse and straight for this, as it will likely be quite challenging otherwise.
#24 Feathered Chin-Length Bob That Hides Everything You Want Hidden
Haircuts can have surprising outcomes, and sometimes it is in your interest. This is that cut! The chin-length bob, with feathering and curtain bangs, really gives me life. It is nice to have the crown foam without having the usual crown problem! I appreciate how this cut and layering concealed the temple thinning without looking like a “cut cover-up.” With ash-blonde color, bangs, and crown, you will lose the battle, so I would go to texturizing shears with a shadow root and some lowlights for dimension.
#25 Modern Textured Chin-Grazing Bob That Photographs Beautifully
I make a point of remembering styles that look nice from various angles when taking photos, because so many styles only look good from the front and then look terrible from the sides. This chin-grazing point-cut bob with feathered curtain bangs has internal layers and mid-shaft texturizing so it can move when styled with fine-medium hair. The subtle root shadow and babylights give depth, and there’s a small crown cowlick to give natural lift. It adds youthful fullness and soft framing especially for women over 50 with oval-to-heart faces. Keep in mind that this style may create more puff than you’d want if you have very coarse or curly hair. The feathered fringe also needs a bit of styling to sit properly.
#26 Sunlit Ash-Blonde Bob That Air-Dries Like Magic
I love that this cut air-dries nicely. I also get that not everyone wants to blow dry their hair every day! For this chin-grazing bob, I added some feathered curtain bangs and soft balayage. The cut has a blunt baseline with some pointed interior layers and a subtle root shadow. With this combination all the hair moves nicely, but without losing weight at the ends. This cut brightens the face and frames the eyes! It looks especially polished and clean for a low maintenance style. It will drag a bit if you leave your crown cowlick to its own devices, and if you want it to sit flatter you’re probably going to need a bit of styling. Also, tell your stylist not to go too far with the razoring, as over-razoring delays thinning of the ends way more than you’d expect!
#27 Jaw-Length Choppy Bob with the Perfect Messy-Chic Vibe
Hair salon’s biggest compliment, “Did you DO something to your hair, or does it just look like that?” This jaw-length bob has choppy micro layers, feathery ends, and some soft curtain bangs. The beige-blonde with a subtle root melt pulls the greys in super nicely. This colour is awesome! The airiness and slight messiness to the look is perfection. However, I will say that it definitely needs product. The use of some salt spray or a light cream and a blow-dry will help achieve that soft piece-y look. The use of point cutting for the ends, slide cutting for the inner layers, and a little bit of razoring at the nape to remove some weight and assist with that outward flip is what creates this masterpiece.
#28 Copper Bob with Curtain Bangs That Actually Work For Fine Hair
I have clients with fine hair who think they can’t do copper because it might look flat and one-dimensional, but this cut RIGHT HERE is literally my evidence against them. This choppy copper bob is sitting right above the shoulders, and those curtain bangs softly frame the face and avoid the dreaded drag, which is the main concern with bangs on fine hair. The subtle layering at the back creates this lightness that actually enhances the overall shape, and the medium density here is really working in its favor, giving a fuller look without much product. The color is going to require some maintenance to stay bright, but the cut is pretty low-maintenance.
#29 Wavy Textured Choppy Bob That Feels Like a Vacation
This hairstyle’s waves remind me of beach vacations where you have fun and let your hair go wild, but that’s not a bad thing! This choppy layered bob is super fun and has tons of movement, especially with the waves. Some curtain bangs can feel a little heavy, but since this one is soft, it’s going to hit that fine-to-medium density hair sweet spot. This cut’s shoulder length is versatile; you can wear it down, tuck it behind your ears, or do a half-up. Some product will be needed to keep the waves looking like that, which is a good thing because it gives that messy hairstyle a great look.
#30 The Wispy-Banged Textured Bob That Plays Nice With Square Faces
Do you have a square shape face? Have you been told that you can’t get bangs? If so, I want you to look at this cut and try and tell me how that isn’t gorgeous. Because it is. This style is a layered bob that goes just above the shoulder and has facial framing bangs. This keeps the bangs lightweight. bangs and soft, which is what square faces need instead of having blunt bangs. The added layers give so much volume and movement that can actually change the way you feel about your aging hair. The balayage adds even more dimension without overpowering the natural color, it just makes it look so much richer. The reality of crazy shaggy cuts is reality that some styling products will be needed to maintain that shape.
#31 Layered Choppy Bob with the Most Natural-Looking Highlights
The highlights are so natural that it looks like the sun was generous enough to bestow a magical sun-kissed gift to this client! The hair is cut into a layered, choppy bob with soft, delicate curtain bangs which gives stunning movement for face-framing effects! One of the best aspects of this cut is how it offers a lot of dimension so the hair appears fuller than it naturally is. The length is just above the shoulders which is nice and easy to style and ideal for clients over 50 who want a more contemporary look with a very low styling effort! Regular maintenance will be required for this style, approximately every 6-8 weeks, because as layers grow out, the shape of the haircut will be lost.
#32 Textured Choppy Bob with Curtain Bangs That Frame EVERYTHING Right
Here, we can admire the face-framing features, as it is more than just the bangs, but how the layers around the face have been cut and positioned. This bob is also textured, falls above the shoulder, and the soft waves provide a playful bounce, as well as polished and sophisticated. It will suit medium to thick hair density, and oval and heart-shaped faces will love it. The layered texture adds volume and movement in all the right places. Just be mindful that the choppy layers do need a bit more maintenance than a simple blunt cut, but the payoff is worth it.
#33: The Textured Bob with Subtle Face-Framing That Does All the Work
I understand that this style is mid length and layered for movement, but the focal point here is the face framing layers, and I think that’s amazing. It adds so much more life to the style and will work exceptionally well for fine to medium hair. The forehead curtain bangs are going to be the most distracting, so that’s actually a good thing. The soft highlights will add a lot of dimension and most will assume you did a lot of work, although the truth will be the opposite. You will also find that keeping layered cuts looking fresh will mean trimming layers more often than you might like, that part is non negotiable. Aside from that, there is going to be a minimal amount of daily effort required.
#34: Layered Choppy Bob with Highlights That Actually Look Real
Take a look at how the highlights are placed. This isn’t a chunky highlight moment. It’s strategic and gives depth and dimension to the hair as if the natural color has beautiful variations. Lengths grazing the jawline is really flattering for highlighting facial features. The fine, medium density, hair tousled look is effortless. It’s the cool vibe I think every woman wants and best of all, it’s easy to maintain. You may need a texturizing spray for a tousled look if your hair is uncooperative, but overall, it’s low maintenance as far as haircuts go.
#35: Modern Textured Bob That Makes Brown Hair Look Like a Million Bucks
Most people see silver and blonde as the top choice without really thinking about the potential with rich warm brown tones. The right undercut and styling can make the color combination unbeatable. This modern bob has warm gentle curtain bangs and ends just before the shoulders. The choppy ends give added movement to the look. The warm brown color enhances the texture and vibrancy of the hair creating a healthy finish. This style may seem low maintenance, but it’s a bit of a contradiction in that it *can* look messy without the right styling. And honestly, having to par that with the clean and refined result shouts versatility right back to you.
#36 The Wavy Textured Bob That Makes Fine Hair Look Full
I love to cut my fine-haired clients’ hair because I think this cut gives the best illusion of having more hair than you do! Soft bangs frame the face, and the mid-length hair that touches the jawline is versatile enough to work with well suited to a variety of face shapes, so I consider this an especially versatile recommendation. The choppy layers create an airy texture that gives fine hair more volume and a lively bouncy quality, instead of just sitting there. I will say that this style is on the higher end of the maintenance spectrum when it comes to keeping the cut looking fresh, so it is an appointment you will want to keep regularly. But the life and texture it gives is so worth it!
#37 Silvery Textured Bob That Makes Gray Hair Look INTENTIONAL
I want to take all the people who are worried about going grey and show them this cut because THIS is how gorgeous silver hair can be! This cut is a really pretty flattering medium length haircut that keeps it fresh and allows you to change things up. The the layered bangs and silver hair hue frames heart and oval shaped faces. The movement we see is cause by fine choppy layers and not a ton of product. The eased balayage effect gives dimension with out looking flat or one sided, but keep in mind lighter colors can get brassy so remember to throw purple shampoo in your wash day.
#38 Textured Choppy Bob with Curtain Bangs That Highlight Cheekbones
What sold me on this cut is the way the curtain bangs highlight my cheekbones since not every bang style does that. Some bangs cover your face, but these definitely SHOW OFF my face. They do the job perfectly! For fine to medium hair types, the choppy mid-length layered bob is practical because it adds movement and volume. The highlights are nice and subtle, but the warmth brightens up the whole look just enough. The lower maintenance on this style is definitely a win, but I will need some styling products to define the texture and create intentional bangs looks rather than just “in the way.”
#39: That Chin-Length Textured Bob with Waves That Do Their Own Thing
I like styles that go with the natural wave of the hair instead of fighting against it. In my opinion, going against your hair’s natural texture is just dumb, and I will die on that hill. This particular hairstyle has a textured bob that’s been softly layered with bangs that are cut to just under the chin. This creates the appearance of more volume which is great for those with fine hair. The hairstyle looks very natural and has a nice fullness. This style is perfect for ladies over 50 who want something more modern and youthful but don’t want to look like they are in their 20’s anymore. The cut does most of the work but some wave defining products will help to hold those waves in place.
#40: Blunt Bob with Soft Waves That Solves the Thinning Hair Problem
Not many stylists will tell you this, but if you struggle with your hair looking thin, a blunt cut will do wonders! A blunt cut saves all the ends from being layered off, and saves the thickness. This blunt bob is just above the shoulders. There is some skillful layering put exactly where the volume is needed, but without going overboard. The soft waves create a lovely framing effect to the face, and this look suits practically every face shape. That’s why I recommend it so highly. A blunt cut will need a lot more trims than you might think. Blunt cuts display damage, split ends, and dry ends more than layered cuts. Because of this, the ends do need to be trimmed more often, but the look is very polished and it is worth the maintenance.
#41 Chocolate Choppy Bob with Curtain Bangs That Soften Everything
I don’t mean to be biased, but this choppy bob is making me want to convince everyone to go brunette. (Just half joking, of course) The shoulder-length style with soft curtain bangs provides framing for softer jawlines or rounder faces, which is often overlooked when recommending bobs. The natural highlights provide a sun-kissed look, not faux. With fine and medium density plus some subtle layering, this gives a good amount of volume and movement without being high maintenance. Regular styling will be required to maintain shape but this base cut will work well when you don’t want to put in the effort.
#42 Curly Bob with Curtain Bangs That Proves Curls and Bobs Work
Let me rephrase that. Bob styles *do* work on curls! They can also work for you! This curly bob has soft curtain bangs, which are light and bouncy. The texture and bangs take the style to polished and the bangs soften angular features that straight bangs just don’t do for curly girls. There is enough weight to keep the curls from going triangle head. You know! This style is perfect for all occasion to make you look put together. With this cut, a good curl cream and regular trims will be part of the maintenance you need to keep your curls looking fresh!
#43 Wispy-Banged Textured Bob That Fakes Thickness Beautifully
All fine-haired people who have been trying to get “thickness” for so long, this haircut is all about the illusion, and that’s a compliment! Everything shoulder length and wispy bangs create movement and soften the face while adding dimension. Layered textures add an airy quality. This really makes fine to medium density hair look thicker and enhances texture instead of trying to change it, and I love that! If your hair is very curly, that airy lightness might not be the same, but for straighter to wavier hair, this is awesome!
#44 Textured Choppy Bob with Curtain Bangs and Secret Balayage
The subtle balayage is the most secret part of this look, but once you see it you won’t be able to unsee it. This cut would look nearly as great without subtle balayage. This bob is cut right above the shoulders at that sweet spot that’s playful and sophisticated. It’s great that this fine/medium hair gets lots of volume without it looking bulky. That’s always the balancing act with fine hair. This highlighting technique is fantastic for creating volume that flat, single-process color can’t do. This look is great for anyone looking for a significant change without it being high maintenance!
#45 Vibrant Orange Short Choppy Bob That Makes a Statement
Let me tell you about the COLOR! That orange is so bold, I am LIVING for it. Choppy bobs are soft layered for movement and dimension, so they are great too! The hue is striking, so it’s more lively than muted. A bob that barely touches the jawline is super flattering on oval and heart-shaped faces. Plus, layers help blend grisaille which is a nice touch. Choppy textures look fuzzy instead of intentional, but when it’s cut, it’s so good! Trims are also important to keep the style and for it to not lose definition.
#46 Lavender Choppy Bob That Made Me Want To Go Purple
I’ll be honest, when a client brought in a picture like this, I spent the entire day thinking about lavendar myself because it is THAT inspiring. This fun playfully lavendar choppy bob sits just above the shoulders and has soft bangs that lift and showcase the cheekbones. The choppy layers add volume and movement, and the lavendar hue brightens up grey hair just enough with out being too harsh. The trick is to work with the natural color rather than fighting against it. To be clear, fashion colors like lavendar are a lot of work in order to keep them looking vibrant. They can wash out and become ashy so touch ups are a must. If you like to play with color, this is a good option!
#47: Soft Layered Bob with Waves and the Prettiest Blonde Dimension
The lightweight blonde highlights on this soft layered bob are designed to create an illusion of volumne that is almost magical. Soft waves and face-framing bangs are great for feature enhancement, and the collarbone length is versatile and allows for playing around with various styling options. Fine to medium density movement and texture work nicely here without overwhelming the finer strands, which is the goal. Blonde tones add dimension, fullness, and an enlivened appearance to the hair. Regular styling with soft waves is necessary and I won’t pretend otherwise, but the look is polished and put together, so the effort is worth it.
#48: Tousled Textured Bob with Layered Bangs That Just Work
The combination of a textured choppy bob and the bedhead style we all crave embodies the spirit of this style. It makes it look like you just ran your fingers through your hair and walked out the door! Soft layered bangs will suit all face shapes. Hair that is just above the shoulders creates a youthful look and is easy to style. The bang area will have increased hair density which is of course more desirable. Layers always offer more movement than a one length cut and this will be even more enhanced with good quality hair. A style this modern and fresh will require some ongoing maintenance which is often the trade off people seeking a more textured finish will have, particularly ladies over 50.
#49: Collarbone-Grazing Textured Bob with the Perfect Curtain Bangs
Collarbones-grazing length bobs are styles that I rarely see on women older than 50, which is a shame because this look is so flattering and adds movement to the hair and can give the look of more volume, which is nice for finer hair. Soft bangs and face framing layers are great for oval and heart shapes and with some good styling products to define the layers and bangs, this can be great rather than just good. The maintenance is super simple and the result is that incredibly effortless and good everyday look.
#50: Textured Choppy Bob with Layers That Give You Options
This choppy bob haircut offers so much versatility! The gentle framing layers that are positioned around the face and the length that sits right above the shoulders offers versatility in how you style it. You can wear it all the way down, half up, tucks behind the ear, the options are endless! This haircut is also great for straight hair that is of medium density, as it gives a lot of volume with little effort. It also works best for women aged 50 and above as it offers a fresh look without being overly youthful. Keeping up with regular trims will prevent split ends and maintain the cool texture. The subtle layers also facilitate easy coloring, so if you’re considering some lighter face-framing highlights or a soft balayage, go for it!
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