

Definition and shine conditioners are a key tip to maximise the effects of a bob," he adds. "If it’s curly, get some definition in the curls. Whether your hair is straight and smooth, I would iron it," explains Reed. There are a few tips and tricks to keep yours looking in tip-top shape, though. They are a classic, they’re not a trend-driven hair do and they grow out nicely," he adds. "They’re easy to style, cut and maintain. "Blunt bobs are always popular because they are actually very low maintenance," says hairstylist and founder of Arkive Headcare, Adam Reed. Your blunt bob simply turns into another incredibly trendy style: the blunt lob. This style is especially great for afro-textured hair. This will give your face a new frame and create equal volume on both sides. If you want to change your look-up but don’t want to put too much effort in, create a clear middle part. 'I love a half-up, half-down style with a middle part as it offers a lot of room to play,' says Branch. Another plus: It can conceal greasy roots until wash day.

Being low-maintenance is often a reason people cut their hair short and stay loyal to it. Middle Part Go for a clear middle part to switch up the look. A textured pony at the crown works for almost everyone who wishes to rock it, no matter their texture, shade, or preference (yes, even for short-haired gals). For curly hair types, "embrace the width and have shorter, uneven layers to help create more height and less width, or pull the curls downwards to create more of a wavy, shaggier curl," he adds. With a clean middle part and sleek-straight finish, it reads as fierce. For finer hair, he recommends going more blunt with the cut to help thicken the look of the hair. 01 of 25 Sleek-Straight Mid-Length JB Lacroix / Getty Images Joan Smalls wears a blunt cut that goes a little past her shoulders. "For thicker hair, try a soft bevelled layer or a slightly textured base line to help hair stay neatly tucked in place," says Pallett. A jaw-length blunt bob elongates the neck and sharpens the jawline. Everyone suits a blunt bob! The key is to understand what type of blunt bob you’re after and then calling in a hairdresser who can cut it according to your texture and face shape, as well as help guide you through at-home styling. A short, straight hairstyle with a middle part looks refined and stylish, and you can really spice it up if you go for a vivid and intense color.
