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The Bob Is Back and Here’s the Hair Inspo to Take to the Hairdressers
The humble bob haircut circles through popularity every few years and while it is certainly considered more trendy at certain times, it never really goes out of style. Case in point: UK-based hairdressing insurance provider Protectivity recently conducted research looking at over 170 different hairstyles and cuts.
Analysing data from Google searches around the world, the bob was found to be the most popular hairstyle by far, with 222,580 average monthly searches. According to Stylist, it’s also the most popular haircut in 52 countries, including the UK, the US and Germany.
Following on from the bob in searches was ‘bun’ with 85,890 average monthly searches and ‘bangs’ with 85,830. Rounding out the top 10 searches were box braids, ponytail, cornrows, Afro, undercut, twists and half up, half down.
It’s no real surprise that the bob is the most popular style, given how chic and put together an edgy bob can make one look. While bob’s do require a little bit of upkeep (what with the regular haircuts to keep it in shape), the end result is definitely worth the maintenance. If you’re considering making a change and opting for the bob, here is some inspiration to take to the hairdressers:
Rosamund Pike
Rosamund Pike’s short, sharp cut is the epitome of the classic bob. With a sleek middle part, Pike’s haircut oozes sophistication.
Kaia Gerber
A more relaxed approach to the bob, we love the casual nature of Kaia Gerber’s haircut thanks to its choppy ends.
Beyonce Knowles
Beyonce can pull off any look, but we particularly loved this bob moment she wore to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in 2015.
Saoirse Ronan
Saoirse Ronan’s no-fuss bob is a standout. Look at the straightness of this cut!
Taylor LaShae
Influencer and actress Taylor LaShae is the epitome of French girl chic with her messy bob and bangs.
Eva Chen
Director of fashion partnerships at Instagram, Eva Chen, is no stranger to the bob, having rocked it for years. Chen has experimented with her bob length many times but we love this slightly longer look.