No haircut says “fresh start” quite like a blunt bob. If you’ve ever ditched your long layers (or even sharpened up a lob) for this ultra-sharp haircut, you know how powerful a reset it can be. And if you’ve always loved the look but never committed to the big chop, there’s never been a better time to follow through.
“I think bobs will always be trending,” says celebrity stylist Chris McMillan—the mastermind behind “the Rachel” (Jennifer Aniston’s ’90s-defining layered cut) and more recently, Leslie Bibb’s “c-nty little bob” for season three of The White Lotus. “The blunt bob is a true ‘cut’ that’s always a great look…tidy and classic,” he says.
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 10: Leslie Bibb arrives at the Los Angeles Premiere Of HBO Original Series “The White Lotus” Season 3 at Paramount Theatre on February 10, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Steve Granitz/FilmMagic)Steve Granitz
As to why the blunt bob is trending so hard right now beyond our leftover infatuation with Bibb’s? “After several years of shag cuts, heavy texture, and lived-in layers, people are moving toward stronger shapes with clear lines,” says Sean Michael, owner of Salon Beau. “A blunt bob removes damaged, wispy ends, makes the hair look fuller and denser, and creates a precise outline that frames the face.”
Below, the experts share everything you need to know before getting a blunt bob, including how to ask for it, how to choose the best length for your face, and celebrity-approved styling tips.
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How to ask for a blunt bob haircut
Precision is key when cutting a blunt bob. Ask for sharp, even ends, and make sure that your stylist is working with your unique hair traits. “Be very aware of cowlick and growth pattern,” McMillan advises; this will ensure a balanced, even final look that’s easier to style on your own. Another pro tip: “Avoid tension when cutting, and trim freehand instead.” You can see this method in action in the reel McMillan shared while cutting Bibb’s hair: He lets her hair hang naturally while trimming rather than holding it taut. “In turn, this technique creates such an architectural shape,” he says.
If you’re thinking about asking for a blunt bob haircut, you should also plan on regular trims to keep it fresh. While softer or layered cuts can grow out more gradually due to the difference in weight diffusion, Michael says that blunt ends require more frequent attention: “As it grows out, even a small amount of length can soften the line and change the shape, so most clients need trims every six to eight weeks to keep the edge clean and balanced.” Softer or layered cuts grow out more gradually because the weight is diffused throughout the hair.
What hair type works best with blunt bobs?
Since the cut is pretty basic in construction, the blunt bob works on a wide range of textures. But certain hair types might be better candidates to show off its sharp, defining edges.