As someone with fine hair, I’ve found my bob haircut to be one of the best beauty decisions I’ve ever made. Not only does it make my hair look thicker, but it’s also super quick and easy to style, and I experiment with more looks than I did when my hair was long. Another major advantage is the versatility of the haircut, with numerous different styles to choose from. With my next trim just a few weeks away, one I’m exceptionally tempted to try has been seen on the likes of Maya Jama, Hailey Bieber, and Elsa Hosk, to name a few.
Enter the bubble bob: a more rounded, voluminous take on the iconic haircut. “Because it flips slightly under at the ends, it creates a bubble-like silhouette," explains hairstylist Chris Long. "It’s great for thin and flat hair, as the roundness of the cut helps create a fuller appearance.”
Wondering if the bubble bob could work for you? “The good news is that the length can be tailored to suit different face shapes and hair textures,” says hairstylist Dale Herne. “Have a chat with your stylist to see what is going to work best for you in terms of your features and styling needs.”
For styling at home, Long suggests using a large volumizing brush attachment on a tool like the Dyson Airwrap to get lots of volume at the roots and bends through the ends.
If you're liking the sound of all of the above, keep scrolling for eight bubble bob haircuts to save as inspo for your next trip to the salon.
The classic bubble bob
The cut is characterised by the curving of the hair inward at the ends instead of hanging straight, which is perfectly demonstrated on Maya Jama. This creates that soft, bubble-like outline around the jaw and cheeks.
The micro bubble bob
A sleek and polished take on the cut. The poker straight edge against the jawline makes the finish look sharp, sculpted, and sophisticated—plus it works to really elongate the neck. If you have straight hair and an oval face shape, this is a great option to go for.
The bubble bob and bangs
The curved bangs reinforce the rounded outline, while the glossy finish keeps the bubble shape looking chic rather than puffy.
The sculpted bubble bob
Think of this as a low-volume bubble bob–the bubble comes from the cut and curve, not from big amounts of volume. It’s great for someone who wants the rounded bob shape but prefers a clean, modern finish.
The Hollywood glamour bubble bob
Polished at the crown and full through the sides, Raye's red carpet look is giving 1930s Hollywood glamour. If you have naturally curly hair, here's proof that a bubble bob can work absolute wonders.
The chin-skimming bubble bob
A super chic look to come out of Copenhagen fashion week. The hair has been cut at chin length with a deep side part, and the ends are styled under, so they curve around the jaw. It’s neat, polished, and slightly vintage-inspired, but still simple and modern.
The soft tuck bubble bob
Hair stylist Dale Herne says tucking the front sections of the bob behind the ears on each side works really well with this style of cut.
The textured bubble bob
Just because you have a bubble bob, doesn't mean you can't experiment with different tools and finishes. With a medium barrelled tong, create a soft beachy wave for a more 'lived in' result.
