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Classic Bob

Short • Low Maintenance

A classic bob is a one-length cut that ends at the jaw, with blunt ends and no layers, so the weight sits at the ends and the line stays sharp. It is also called a chin-length, jaw-length or blunt bob. It suits straight or slightly wavy hair and keeps its line for six to eight weeks.

Length
Short
Suits
Straight, Wavy
Upkeep
Low

The classic bob is cut to one length at the jawline so the weight sits at the ends and the line stays sharp. It works with a centre or soft side part and needs little daily styling. The shape holds for six to eight weeks.

Who it suits

  • Straight or slightly wavy hair, fine to medium density
  • Oval, heart and long faces
  • People who want a low-effort cut with a clear shape

At the stylist

“A classic bob: one length at the jaw, blunt ends, no layers, with a soft centre part.”

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How it grows out

Keeps its line for six to eight weeks, then becomes a lob.

Guides about this cut

Also searched as

chin-length bob · blunt bob · jaw-length bob

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