Sharp lines meet soft curves in these stylish concave bob cuts.
If there’s one haircut that perfectly blends shape with fluidity, it’s a concave bob. Also known as an inverted bob, it builds volume in the back and you have longer front strands at your disposal to frame the face. It’s a great haircut to give fun coloring and new textures a whirl. Explore the 26 inspirational looks and experiment with lengths and styling techniques to make it all yours!
1. Wedge Style
If you crave unrivaled volume, a wedge-shaped bob is the way to go. It enhances fullness around the cheekbones, delicately balancing thin, elongated faces.
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2. Disconnected Crop
This haircut features disconnection and takes the hair texture into account. The slight natural wave is given a kick with effortless tousled styling.
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3. Rounded Bob
Thick hair is beautiful on its own. But with the right cut, it can truly shine. “It’s all about removing weight where necessary to allow all of the hair to live where it needs,” Utah short hair specialist Samn Lovier shares the secret of creating a perfect shape.
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4. Sculpted Haircut
It’s not your typical slanted line of an inverted bob! Here, the hair is cut shorter in the back to build the signature concave shape and then the baseline drops dramatically, reaching below the chin.
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5. Glossy and Shoulder-Grazing
Lopping off long hair and getting a fresh haircut can feel so liberating! The above-the-shoulder length is the ideal middle ground – neither too short nor too long. For a shiny look, add a glossing or keratin smoothing treatment to your service.
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6. Lip-Length Cut
If you are more of a shape than a flipping action girlie, the short French bob might be more up your alley. It has a youthful feel to it and is easy to maintain.
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7. With a Slight Bend
Adding bends and waves to your haircut is an easy way to try out new shapes and textures. A subtle bend at the temple area will open up the face and draw attention to your eyes.
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8. With Face-Framing Layers
Unlike most inverted bobs that keep the front strands the longest, this style has delicate face framing. Elongated faces might benefit from such an addition to compensate for overly thin and long look.
@muriel_dee89
9. Sleek Short Bob
This haircut is executed to perfection! It looks like an hour-worth blow dry session but in fact, the hair is cut in such a way that it naturally supports the slight inward curve.
@ashesrgray
10. Stacked and Voluminous
This haircut gets all the volume and shape from the thoughtful stacking in the back. The layers stack upon each other, displaying the softly textured ends.
@j.hair.da
11. Textured Bob
To enhance the natural waves and add a tousled effect, use a texturizing spray on your locks. It works best on dry, finished hair and gives it grit and body.
@halle.does.hair
12. Two-Tone Bob
While this haircut is relatively short, the warm-cool color effect is striking and it will get more pronounced as the hair grows out. Consult your colorist about the dye solutions for your hair type.
@studio206_
13. With Subtle Highlights
Can something so subtle be so dramatic? Even though there’s only a hint of highlights woven into the mane, the sharply angled cut and the emphatic waves spark all the drama.
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14. Short and Curly
Curls have plenty of volume and shape on their own. Make sure a dry cut is part of the plan so that your stylist can see your natural curl pattern and get the length right.
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15. Balayage Bob
Because balayage is basically free-hand painting on your locks and doesn’t involve foils or meches caps, it’s somewhat faster than other coloring techniques. And it delivers custom color and placement that work specifically with your hair.
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16. Short and Undercut
The undercut creates a sharper, more defined silhouette of your bob and accentuates the angle of the cut. And if you have thick hair, an undercut will remove excess bulk from the bottom layers.
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17. With Arched Bangs
You always have an option to frame your face by adding bangs. Slightly rounded arched bangs create a pleasing oval of the face and work well with the shape of the cut.
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18. A-Line Cut with Bangs
“Coppers and bobs they aren’t going away anytime soon,” Edmond-based stylist Claudette Jonker predicts. The deep copper-brown shade accentuates the clean lines of the cut.
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19. Graduated Bob
Graduation helps to create layers that add volume and body to the hair. If your hair is fine or thin and by the end of the day it feels limp, ask your stylist for a graduated cut.
@rusalkaqueen
20. Textured Bob
If you love a more dynamic look with lots of natural movement, texturizing will add the sought-after lift and volume. Enhance the cut with the texturizing products that work for your hair type.
@andreafoggiatohair
21. Mid-Length Curly Bob
This lush hairstyle is amazingly poofy and springy! Wear it with a neat center part for a highly symmetrical look or sweep the hair to the side to make the look more spontaneous.
@lumohelsinki
22. Sleek Glossy Bob
The little undercut and steeply angled shape deliver a dramatic cut that is unapologetically chic. A touch of shine serum will help to maintain the luster.
@stephthehairartist
23. Long Asymmetrical Cut
Shoulder-length cuts will help you to ease your way onto the bob territory. You can still throw your hair into a pony or an updo but we bet you won’t want to hide this beauty.
@taticristinabrandao
24. Classic Chin-Length Bob
The timeless shape of this haircut has endured decades and we are sure it will as popular in the future. It’s flattering and easy to look as if you’ve just walked out of a salon.
@hairwithbenefits
25. Choppy Hairstyle
Love texture and laidback looks? Choppy ends will give your haircut that off-the-roster feel. A spritz of texturizing spray seals the deal.
@yazblends
26. Long Sleek Bob
The haircut with elongated front sections is super flattering for small faces. Tuck one side behind your ear or wear your hair down for an enigmatic look.
@annahaldanehair
This amazing haircut strikes the perfect balance between sharp definition and natural flow. It flatters different face shapes, adapts to various textures, and requires minimal upkeep. With the right styling, this cut stays fresh and full of life, giving you a polished look all day, every day.
