51 Cute Short Bob Haircuts Ideas to Try in 2023

Short bob haircuts have been an elegant and daring hairstyle since the 1920’s. Nowadays many girls and ladies get bobs, but there is still room to be unique!

1. Side Part with Undercut Short Hairstyle

Let most of your hair fall to one side by parting your hair in line with the corner of your eye.

Side Part with Undercut Short Hairstyle- a woman wearing a white winter coat — Source

2. Exposed Roots

Create this carefree, “rules are meant to be broken” look by visibly exposing your roots.

Exposed Roots- a woman wearing a black camisole — Source

3. Hidden Color

A hidden layer of purple under the dark top layer creates a futuristic look and reminds me of an android.

Hidden Color- a woman wearing a black shirt — Source

4. Wavy Short Bob Haircuts

Return to classic times with this vaguely wavy bob haircut. Wear it like this for day-to-day and pin it back for an elegance boost.

Wavy Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a black face mask and a denim long sleeve — Source

5. Straight Short Bob Haircuts

Go for another classic look, the straight simple bob. It looks timeless and youthful at the same time!

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6. Messy Waves Short Bob Haircuts

A shorter cut bob with thick messy ginger hair create a stylish look!

Messy Waves Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a white face mask — Source

7. Feathered Round Bob Haircuts

It’s rare to see a rounded bob without bags, but she is proof that it can look gorgeous!

Feathered Round Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing an acid black t-shirt — Source

8. Bob Haircuts with Bangs

This particular vaguely A-lined cut is designed to have the front hair fall in your face. Great to hide or to match your edgy look!

Bob Haircuts with Bangs- a woman wearing a pink face mask — Source

9. Classic Short Bob Haircuts

You can’t go wrong with a simple bob haircut. Choose the length right and it works for round and square faces alike!

Classic Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a white flower patterned blouse — Source

10. Platinum Blonde Bob Haircuts

Add a touch of light with this platinum blonde hairstyle, cut in a simple line above the shoulders.

Platinum Blonde Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a black barber's cape — Source

11. Choppy Short Bob Haircuts

Have a look at this messy layered hairstyle and pair it with a ragged outfit for a relaxed style!

Choppy Short Bob Haircuts= a woman wearing a blue off-shoulder dress — Source

12. Short Bob for Thin Hair

Bob cuts are fit for any type of hair, even thin hair! Just look at this lovely lady, for example

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13. Shaggy Bob for Short Hair

Try these messy, shaggy, but very obvious layers, to highlight your natural volume!

Shaggy Bob for Short Hair- a woman wearing a dark blue face mask with a black shirt — Source

14. Feathered Short Bob

Combine the feathered hair look with a short bob haircut for this relaxed do!

Feathered Short Bob- a woman wearing a black barber's cape — Source

15. A-line Short Bob

Combine an A-line cut with waves and bangs for this layered, messy look!

A-line Short Bob- a woman wearing a brown sweater — Source

16. Short Bob Cut For Thick Hair

A thick hair allows you to cut into it with these aggressive layers.

Short Bob Cut For Thick Hair- a woman wearing a white face mask — Source

17. Happy Fluffy Hair

When you enjoy the volume your has, it too will look happy and fluffy. Just look at this all-around bubble of joy!

Happy Fluffy Hair- a woman wearing a pink face mask with pink sweater — Source

18. Rounded Waves

Try your hand at these rounded layers that continue the natural lines of your face.

Rounded Waves- a woman wearing a black sweater dress — Source

19. Fall Colors Bob Hairstyles

Keep the colors of the fall with you a little longer with this golden-red hairstyle.

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20. Vintage Inspired Bob Hairstyles

This hairstyle reminds of the beginnings of the bob becoming a popular style, which makes it great for vintage fans!

Vintage Inspired Bob Hairstyles- a woman wearing a khaki t-shirt — Source

21. Two Colored Short Bob Haircuts

Is it red or is it black? The answer is yes. This hairdo is split into two for a touch of originality.

Two Colored Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a sun glass and a denim jacket — Source

22. Steel Gray Hairstyles

The under-layers of black and the white top makes this gray haircut look like it was sculpted out of steel.

Steel Gray Hairstyles- a woman wearing a gray sweater dress — Source

23. Celebrity Inspired Bob Cuts

This hairstyle was inspired by the unconventional styles actress Natalia Tena sported on multiple occasions.

Celebrity Inspired Bob Cuts- a woman wearing a black sweater — Source

24. Neatly Layered Short Bob Haircuts

Use these neat layers to create a put-together look.

Neatly Layered Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a denim jacket — Source

25. Bubblegum Bob Hairstyles

Have a look at the mesmerizing effect the overlapping of rose gold, blue, and black creates.

Bubblegum Bob Hairstyles- a woman wearing a black shirt — Source

26. Purple Short Bob Haircuts

Try a very purple hairstyle with swept bangs to match a light complexion.

Purple Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a face mask and a white t-shirt — Source

27. Layered Hairstyles with Blue and Pink Hair Colors

And enjoy the blend of blue and pink this girl has going!

Layered Hairstyles with Blue and Pink Hair Colors- a woman wearing a pink barber's cape — Source

28. Fuchsia Short Bob Haircuts

Far from being a solid color, this hairstyle has color and depth at the same time!

Fuchsia Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a black tank top — Source

29. Forest Green Bob Cuts

I always associate green hair with forest spirits and nature, so if you want to be seen as a Fae, try this short bob haircut!

Forest Green Bob Cuts- a woman wearing a pink t-shirt — Source

30. Pink Gradient Layered Bob Hairstyles

With each layer getting progressively darker, this hair seems to have at least twice the volume it actually does!

Pink Gradient Layered Bob Hairstyles- a woman wearing a pink turtle neck sweater — Source

31. Blue Short Bob Haircuts

Take a look at this marine and neon blue hairstyle combination and let it work its magic on you!

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32. Bob Cuts with Goth Purple Shades

This bob captures the typical goth colors and works great with any black outfit you might want to wear.

Bob Cuts with Goth Purple Shades- a woman wearing a black face mask and a black jacket — Source

33. Rainbow Short Bob Haircuts

While this is a very colorful hairstyle and captures all the colors that don’t quite make it on the rainbow!

Rainbow Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a dark brown shirt — Source

34. Sharp Angles Bob Hairstyles

The sharpness of the hairstyle matches and compliments the sharpness of her features without making her seem aggressive at all!

Sharp Angles Bob Hairstyles- a woman wearing an orange t-shirt — Source

35. Half Blonde and Half Colorful Bob

Half her hair is an unassuming white, while the other sports a blue to pink fade that crosses purple.

Half Blonde and Half Colorful Bob- a woman wearing an orange sweater — Source

36. Anime Inspired Bob Cuts

This red and white split hair looks like it would fit just great on our anime-inspired hairstyles list!

Anime Inspired Bob Cuts- a woman wearing a gray tank top — Source

37. Bubblegum Pink Hairstyles

The bob surrounds her face with a strongly contrasting curtain of pink hair and, frankly, it looks great!

Bubblegum Pink Hairstyles- a woman wearing a black off-shoulder blouse — Source

38. Baby Bangs Short Hairstyles

Baby bangs are for everyone, regardless of age! They generally work with bob hairstyles and small foreheads.

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39. Mushroom Short Bob Haircuts

This style is something I like to call the “mushroom hairstyle” because of its shape. All she needs now are some white freckles and a fairy.

Mushroom Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a black shirt — Source

40. Geometrical Short Bob Cut

The sharp cut in her bangs pairs wonderfully with the eccentric clothes fashion shows usually exhibit.

Geometrical Short Bob Cut- a woman wearing a black blouse — Source

41. Side-parted Bang Hairstyles

Part your bangs to the side to create this soft, continuous wave around your face!

Side-parted Bang Hairstyles- a woman wearing a white dress — Source

42. Long Curtain Bangs Bob Cuts

Allow your bangs to grow longer than your eyebrows and part them like a curtain to reveal your eyes!

Long Curtain Bangs Bob Cuts- a woman wearing a white turtle neck sweater — Source

43. Elegant Short Bob Haircuts

This hairstyle encompasses simplicity and elegance in one single move!

Elegant Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a maroon t-shirt — Source

44. French Blonde Bob

This kind of haircut seems to have been designed to peek from under a beret!

French Blonde Bob- a woman wearing a black turtle neck sweater — Source

45. Curly Bangs Short Bob Haircuts

Curl not only your hair but your bangs as well for a symmetric look!

Curly Bangs Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a black turtle neck — Source

46. Flat White Straight Bob

No, not the coffee, the hair. But this straight bob on white hair looks ready for business, as most of us do, after a cup of coffee!

Flat White Straight Bob- a woman wearing a black face mask — Source

47. Rolled Waves Bob Hairstyles

These waves allow the shape of the rollers (or hair curler) to be seen, a throwback to older times.

Rolled Waves Bob Hairstyles- a woman wearing a black blouse — Source

48. Lightly Highlighted Short Bob Haircuts

Try a vague highlight over a light color to create this pastel bob effect!

Lightly Highlighted Short Bob Haircuts- a woman wearing a black face mask — Source

49. Out-turned Sides

The sides of her hair poking forward are incredibly captivating and they seem to match her bold personality.

Out-turned Sides- a woman wearing a black t-shirt — Source

50. Model Straight Bob Hairstyles

Another hair that looks ready to walk the catwalk, this time by being so simple that it matches everything!

Model Straight Bob Hairstyles- a woman wearing a black camisole — Source

51. Rosamund Pike Bob Haircut

Take a look at Rosamund Pike rocking one of the short bob haircuts we talked about at a movie premiere in Paris this year!

Rosamund Pike Bob Haircut- Rosamund Pike wearing a white camisole dress — Source

Final Thoughts

Have any of these short bob haircuts inspired you to chop off most of your hair? Which one would you get next time you get a haircut? Let me know in the comments section below!

Kate May

Hi there! I’m Kate, great to meet you! I used to be the kid in school who always had the most complicated braids and as young as 14 years old I was the go-to schoolyard hairstylist. Working with hair has always relaxed me and I am always looking for new styles to try. My latest achievement is a great looking undercut and blue-black dye job on one of my friends. Now I’m blending my skill at hairstyling with my passion for writing and doing what I love.