It looks like a new hairstyle is taking over the beauty sphere. Here, we delve into the return of the boyfriend bob and how it reclaimed its title as the cool girl haircut
In 1953, a film scenario between a young rebellious princess and a hairdresser showcased one of the best beauty stories ever shown. Fans witnessed a charismatic main lead enter a salon in hope of a drastic cut and a new sense of freedom. “All off,” she expressed to her hairdresser. But then again, this is not an ordinary movie. Audrey Hepburn fronted as the star of Roman Holiday and her influence placed the concept of short hair back into the mainstream narrative. It might be fiction but it sparked a powerful movement for women to take the plunge and opt for a braver chop. After all, a beauty legend once said that a woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life.
Despite having a reputation for being the official post-breakup haircut, a short chop is a marker of personal power. It denotes the strength in letting go and diving into a new beginning. Sure, it can be daunting, but it’s a versatile style that can complement just about everyone who craves a dramatic hair edit. It’s given that there is more than one way to do a short haircut but it appears that there is one iteration that is taking over the beauty sphere. Enter: The Boyfriend Bob
The boyfriend bob
Boyfriend bob is often referred to as a modern version of a box bob. Only this time, it’s described as a shorter and sharper interpretation that sits on your jaw length. The versatile cut takes inspiration from a classic ‘90s men’s curtain hairstyle. Think Nick Carter and Leonardo DiCaprio but with a longer and center parting. Moreover, a boyfriend bob surprisingly suits any hair texture and can be easily personalized to flatter a certain face shape. Curious? Below, explore all the standout celebrities’ boyfriend-bob moments that will convict you to book a salon appointment soon.
Janella Salvador
Janella Salvador broke the internet with the launch of her newest look. A cue to entering a new chapter in her life, the actress surprised her fans with a boyfriend cut and a vibrant ginger color. It’s fair to say that this style is the most expressive and transformative look the world has seen from Janella. However, it appears that it only marks the beginning of her exploration of experimental hairstyles.
Hailey Bieber
“Short = More Fun,” wrote the model in a caption. In recent times, Hailey Bieber made a full sweep in the hair department when she debuted her shortest chop to date. It’s a drastic and unexpected cut after she boasted her natural hair length. However, it’s undeniable that a shoulder-length blocky bob is a perfect choice for her haircut transformation. Elevate this look with a hair color or highlights that flatters your complexion best.
Zendaya
Zendaya’s take on a boyfriend bob etched the haircut’s status in the beauty sphere for good. In December 2022, the actress showcased her enamor for a side-swept, soft-textured style at the Euphoria FYC event in Los Angeles. However, it appears that fans witnessed her latest hair update on a short story. In it, Zendaya donned a new honey-blonde hue to complement her cut. It only proves that a boyfriend bob can be easily reimagined in more than one way to suit any mood.
Featured Image from HAILEY BIEBER (via Instagram)
