4 Bob Hairstyles for Every Face Shape

Heart Face: Go shorter.

A chin-length bob that rounds in below the ears helps visually fill in a small chin and offset any pointiness while sideswept bangs minimize a wide forehead.

ASK FOR: A chin-length cut with soft layers throughout and sideswept bangs that are long enough to tuck behind the ear.

Round Face: Try a long bob.

Straight collarbone-length strands (a long bob, or “lob”) draw attention vertically to visually elongate and slim a fuller face. 

ASK FOR: A long bob featuring graduating layers that angle in slightly beginning just below the nose.

Oval Face: Choose fringe.

A bob with brow-skimming bangs minimizes a tall forehead and draws the eye from side to side, visually shortening the length of a long face. Bonus? Bangs mask worry lines for a more youthful appearance! 

ASK FOR: A blunt shoulder-length bob with razored fringe that angles down from brows to cheekbones. 

Square Face: Opt for wavy.

The curves and bounce of a wavy bob help soften harsh angles at the jawline. What’s more: The imbalance of an asymmetrical cut creates movement and dimension for the illusion of thicker locks.

ASK FOR: A bob that’s slightly longer on the heavier side of the hair’s part with long layers snipped in. 

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