The “bob” is a classic haircut that has been in style for decades due to its chic nature and effortless versatility that can be adapted to suit just about any face shape or hair type.

But this year in particular, the bob has come to the forefront of the beauty world as a force to be reckoned with, offering up more creative variations of the iconic haircut than ever before — and Fall/Winter 2023 promises to be no different.

As the seasons come and go, we continue to spot just about every it-girl opting for chopping their locks. Hailey Bieber, Olivia Palermo, Zendaya, Kourtney Kardashian, Elsa Hosk, and Lily Aldridge are among some of the famous faces who have undergone these talked-about hair transformations (and gave us full confidence in the power-move that is today’s bob).

You may be wondering, ‘How can just anyone pull off this riskier hair trend?’ Well, just like finding what clothing or makeup trends suit you best, deciding on your haircut is the same, especially when it comes to a bob: you must first consider your natural features and accentuate what you’re working with.

Here’s how to choose the right bob cut for you:

1. Consider your face shape

Round:

Round faces should choose a bob with layers or a side part to elongate the face.

Square:

Square faces should choose a bob with bangs or a soft side part to soften the angles of the face.

Heart:

Heart-shaped faces should choose a bob with a chin-length or longer cut to balance out the wider forehead.

Oval:

Oval faces have more flexibility, being able to rock just about any type of bob.

2. Consider your hair type

Fine:

Fine hair tends to looks best in a short, textured bob.

Thick:

Thick hair can play around with a longer, layered bob.

Curly:

Curly hair looks best in a chin-length bob with a lot of layers.

Tips for how to style a bob:

• Blow dry: Blow drying your bob will give it a sleek, polished look.
• Add waves: Add waves to your bob with a curling iron or wand for a softer look.
• Updo: Pull your bob up into a ponytail or bun for a more formal look.

Tips for growing out a bob:

• Be patient: It will take some time for your bob to grow out to a longer length.
• Get regular trims: Regular trims will help to keep your bob looking its best as it grows out.
• Style your hair in different ways: Try different styles to keep your hair looking fresh as it grows out.