Long hair has its time and place, but short hair will always be chic. The versatility of your hair and what you can do with it is endless, especially when it comes to bob-length hair. From short mini twists to blunt cuts, there’s always a style to test out and obsess over. No matter what curl pattern, the styles are more than a trend: they celebrate beauty and culture.
A classic chin-length bob, in which the hair is cut the same length all the way around, is always a good choice, but there are also many other modern iterations of the bob depending on the look that you want. Just remember to always think about your hair texture, face shape, and how much work you want to put into styling your hair when considering which bob is best.
We spoke to natural hair experts Rosemica “Mica” Calixte and Monaè Everett to discuss all there is to know about nourishing your curls and styling them in a bob. Scroll on for some major bob inspo for Black women.
Meet the Experts
- Mica Calixte is a professional hairstylist and instructor for HBM Institute, a program for licensed cosmetologists. Based in New Jersey, she is the owner of HBMStudios where she styles natural hair, customizes wigs, and more.
- Monaè Everett is an industry expert on all hairstyles, celebrity hairstylist, and beauty educator. Based in New York City, she also launched The Monaè Life Academy, an online academy for hairstylists.
