The modern rhythm of life requires an active position from a woman, which means that she always has to look very good. Fashion has gradually led us away from complex types of makeup and hairstyles in the direction of naturalness and comfort. In the classic series of haircuts, those species that do not require long and complicated styling are gaining more and more popularity. One of them is bob.
Features
It is difficult to confuse women's haircuts with any other haircut; this hairstyle stands out with its silhouette resembling a beanseed grain, but the name is due to the English version of the abbreviation of the phrase “short female haircut” (bobbed). More popular haircut bob with bangs of different forms, without bangs bob is not sheared. It suits almost everyone, is multi-layered, feminine and clear lines. Haircut scheme is perfectly combined with other techniques, such as squares. The length of the hair does not matter.
The presence of ragged edges and a more pronounced graduation distinguishes it from bob.
Advantages and disadvantages
As with any hairstyle, bob has its pros and cons. Among the advantages should be noted:
- rejuvenating visual effect;
- perfectly emphasizes the eyes and eyebrows;
- during bad weather strands do not bother you at all;
- very quickly washed and dried;
- perfectly suited to any style;
- with proper choice of the length and shape of the bangs perfectly masks the flaws of the face;
- goes well with a variety of accessories - hats, scarves, jewelry;
- versatile - will fit both in the evening and in the sport image, suitable for any type of person;
- suitable for any age category;
- strands look well-groomed, because they do not have time to cut;
- quick and easy styling;
- great opportunities for experiments with coloring and styling.
As for the minuses, there are significantly fewer of them:
- not suitable for curly strands, as there will be a round ball on the head, instead of a hairstyle;
- unsuccessfully trimmed hair is difficult to mask, have to wait until they grow;
- most often requires the use of styling products, not always useful for strands.
Varieties
There are quite a lot of variations of bob's performance, a lot depends on the initial hair length and the presence / absence of bangs: long-bob and french bob, with a short and elongated nape, with torn and sharper ends, a grunge-style haircut and many others.
Classic
This variety can be confused with a bob, because the haircut lines are smooth and the volume above is present. But there is a difference that the bob highlights - the lower cut is not performed directly. Behind the hair is shortened, the face - elongated. This option perfectly visually increases the amount of strands, therefore recommended for owners of thin hair. Bangs are able to give the image expressiveness. As for the length, in the classics it is the edge of the face.
Asymmetrical
This type is suitable for those who are always trying to be at the peak of fashion trends. A distinctive feature is a slight or pronounced lengthening of the strands of one of the sides. This option perfectly cope with the task of visual rejuvenation - a few years in the minus, you just guaranteed.
Bob cascade
This haircut layers, which pass through the entire volume of strands. Performed by the method of graduation and perfectly increases the amount of hair visually.
On the leg
A characteristic feature of this hairstyle is the leg and the shortest hair at the back, framing the face with elongated locks. Very effective, dynamic haircut.
Extended version, or long-bob
A great solution for ladies who want to shape their strands without risking experimenting with length.
Grunge bob car
Suitable for any length of strands, has a strong graduation, so that you can ruffle hair. If the strands curl slightly - it will be a plus.
Separately, you can select the species of bean in the form of bangs
With long bangs
The bob can be both short and elongated, in any case, soft, long bangs very effectively refresh the hairstyle. The variation of the bangs depends on the shape of the face.
Asymmetric
The bang on one side, cut diagonally, looks amazing in combination with any variation of the bean. It can be short, it can be elongated on one side of the face.
Torn
Graduated torn bangs very much adorns the face, gives it a boldness and youth. Especially well this form looks with an asymmetric type of haircut with ragged ends.
Fashion trends
Despite the fact that classics are always in the forefront of fashion, stylists every season try to offer new canonical haircuts. In the current and future years, short bean variations and elongated models can be called the most popular. Very relevant sports styling, naturalness, easy carelessness, comfort. If you want to be in trend - choose graduated and asymmetrical hairstyles.
One of the modern gradient coloring techniques will help to make the image more expressive.
Fashionable bob in the current season looks like this: shortened back strands, elongated from the face, straight or in curls, with long bangs or oblique, correcting the flaws of the face. The main thing is accuracy of performance, proper installation and competent selection of the length and shape of the bangs according to the type of person.
How to pick up?
The choice of haircut should be primarily focused on the main task - to emphasize the dignity of the face and strands and hide flaws. In addition, the haircut should harmoniously complement the overall image, fit the chosen style, fit into the lifestyle.
If you choose the wrong shape, the hair will look untidy.
By type and length of hair
If nature has not rewarded a very thick hair, it is not a reason to look bad. Especially since a good haircut perfectly fix this flaw. We give some recommendations of stylists on the choice of the shape of a bean for different types of strands:
- straight bulk hair will be beautiful in all versions of the haircut;
- if the curls curl, pay attention to the design of the neck, there should not be protruding elastic curls, ideally make straightening keratin;
- Remember, the shorter the curls - the more they curl;
- if the strands are obedient in styling, soft, then use the layer method in creating a bean with a long fringe shortened in the nape area;
- thin strands at the roots is best to raise, and the head - cut off as short as possible;
- Ideally, any bean lay on straight strands;
- thickness and volume can be added by thinning and filing the ends of the spans, especially if they are colored in the form of flowing shades.
Depending on the final length, the bob can be short, medium and long.
The short version focuses attention on the back of the head, makes it possible to experiment with the design of the side strands and bangs. By the way, it may not be if the short bob is asymmetrical. The effect of shortened modification will give a chaotic way of styling the tips of the hair. If the oval of the face is proportional, the forehead is not low, you can lay strands smoothly.
A very short bob with an elongated bang looks very unusual and bright, especially if the tips are structured and the haircut is asymmetric.
In general, a shortened bob almost does not give its mistress troubles in daily installation, it is one of the most comfortable options.In fact, you have to lay the back of your head and bangs so that the hairstyle looks neat.
Bob elongated modifications require the original high-quality strands, thick, healthy. Otherwise, the effect will be the opposite. Strands to the shoulders look good in a perm, with basal volume. If we talk about the latest trends, the cardinal asymmetry, a strict edge are definitely favorites in an elongated version of the bean. If the hair is curled, or you like to twist curls, medium and long bob is the best solution. Short nape is easy to curl, soft curls in the face is very adorn and give femininity.
If you do not have time for a long laying, it is better to abandon the long bean.
By type of face
The universal qualities of a bean are definitely the reason for its popularity. After all, you can pick it up to any type of person.
- Oval. By itself, this type is the most successful for experiments, it suits almost everything, since the oval is a proportional form. But if there is a need to correct a high forehead, be sure to cover it with a falling diagonal or straight fringe. If the oval is close to the circle, raise the crown.
- A circle. The best choice can be called bob-caret, in which the elongated strands in front effectively frame the face and hide excessive roundness of the cheeks or pronounced cheekbones. The lush occipital part will perfectly stretch the face, but here it is important to keep within the framework and not to create a too voluminous cap on the head. All variants of elongated bangs, asymmetrically clipped, to the side are good. Short bangs must be avoided.
- Square and rectangle. Softness is needed here to embellish sharp corners. A diagonal bob for lengthening is an excellent solution for such a type. Perfectly fit into the image of oblique or rounded on the sides of the bang, graduated ends, the volume at the crown (for the square type). A good option - sheared ladder strands from the face and bean on the type of asymmetry.
According to the age
A very important nuance of any haircut - it should not add age visually, and at the same time be relevant to the status, so be sure to start from your age group before you cut your hair.
The young lady is allowed more experiments with length, sharp asymmetry. For women in adulthood, almost all variations of a bean are suitable without undue defiant decoration. It should be remembered that the short bob perfectly allows you to reset the age, but at the same time it shows off a fuzzy face shape, stoop. In addition, do not forget that the smooth styling options attract attention to the face and, accordingly, flaunt all the flaws. Ideally, mature ladies should prefer the classic modifications, bob car, long bob.
How to cut?
Performing such a haircut requires certain professional skills, so do not do it yourself. The bob technique includes the following algorithm:
- the strands are subdivided zonal and fixed - the parietal part is divided in two by the parting, the occipital part also by the parting through the occipital cones, the anterior and parietal zones are also forked;
- the lower part is cut by the method of shading, go to the top of the head and cut with a graduation;
- temporal portions are cut to a certain length using an even method;
- then strands are carefully combed, defects are removed;
- further formed bangs, after drying and styling.
How to wear and pack?
There are a lot of variations of stacking - from the simplest to the most spectacular evening, smooth and voluminous. For styling use a hairdryer, brush, ironing and stylers, styling tools. At home you can put the bean:
- with straight parting, gel with a smoothing effect is strictly applied, strands are straightened with an iron;
- side parting and asymmetry - strands are washed, dried, foam is applied, then divided into two parts and dried;
- the curls are especially good for medium and long bean, it is enough to twist the strands on the curlers of the required diameter, then sprinkle with fixing varnish;
- if the situation requires to collect strands - collect them in a bundle on the low back of the head and secure with studs;
- retro-laying is created using a gel and clips in the form of a light wave;
- bob back - a spectacular styling for an evening look, wet the strands with foam, then lay the back of the head, pin the front strands with clips and dry, spray with varnish.
Beautiful examples
Elegance and conciseness - fashionable hits of recent seasons. A short bob in a careless setting perfectly matches these parameters.
The evening look will especially emphasize the luxurious moderately volumetric styling.
The impudence and ease of the shortened bean perfectly approach the youth image.
The volume at the back of the head and the natural strands that frame the face are a great solution for laying a bean.
Medium length bob is a more restrained, but no less spectacular version of the haircut. It is universal and suitable for almost any type of person.
Modern coloring will give an elongated bob expressiveness.
The classic modification of the haircut never goes out of fashion and allows you to experiment with styling.
Extended bob requires well-groomed strands and well-laid hair.
Romantic stylish curls and beautiful gradient coloring in a trend in recent seasons.
How to make a bob haircut with a slanting bang, see in the video below.