Lately, our calendars feel permanently full—work events, dinners, last-minute plans, and impromptu nights out. At this point, it feels like we’re constantly planning outfits and timing our hairstyles for maximum bounce and longevity.
For bob-girlies, though, finding new ways to style short hair so it feels elevated—not repetitive—can be a challenge. Enter: the old money bob. Defined by polished ringlet curls, sleek sweeping bangs, and softly flicked ends, it’s an easy way to make a classic bob feel intentional, refined, and just a little bit special—no major chop required.
Slick blonde old money bob
Looking expensive doesn't mean putting hours into your locks. Florence's gorgeous swept-back bob can be put together by running a bit of gel through your roots with a comb and adding a couple of loose curls to the ends with your favorite wand.
Center curl old money bob
While we can't all have Raye's silk-like voice, we can all get a bob like hers. Pinning a single curl in the centre of your forehead is the hair-world's version of a red lip: it's a classy statement that stays put all night. Just pin it in place with some gel and hairspray, et voila!
One-sided old money bob
Middle parts have reigned supreme for far too long, so Selena's extreme side part is a refreshing take on the old money bob. The sleek top half falls perfectly into loose curls that sit just below the chin, creating an asymmetrical style that looks polished and expensive.
Flapper girl old money bob
There's nothing that screams old-money more than a 1920s style. Lily Collins' short auburn locks have been pinned in regular waves that emulate the flapper-girl style that was so popular 100 years ago. Personally? We think it's time for its comeback.
Subtle mauve old money bob
These curls are softer than some of the other old money bobs, which advocate tight ringlets, but the thing we love most about this look? The colour. The sultry, subtle purple colour is an ideal shade for winter.
Reverse-halo old money bob
While the majority of her hair is slicked down, a ring of tight curls has been flicked up to halo Gigi's jawline. A set of rollers and some applied heat from a hair dryer will help you achieve this look. Just finish with some stronghold hairspray to make sure the curls stay tucked in!
Modern old money bob
It feels like all it-girls are wearing their bobs with a middle part and flicked-out ends. The popular modern style has also been dubbed the 'scandi-bob', but the well-tailored look creates a timelessness that we think defines 'old-money'.
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