If you’re way past due for a shorter summer cut, this is the sign you've been waiting for. Allow us to make the case for shoulder-length hair, which will cut some heavy weight while giving you the option to easily grow it back out. We’ve rounded up an array of layered short-haired looks that will keep you as cool as you look. Check out some of our favorites, ahead.
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Lana Condor
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Lana Condor’s bob is slightly longer around her face, which gives her lots of body and styling options.
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Charlize Theron
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Charlize Theron wore her hair in a short, layered bob to show off her new, darker dye job. Worn with a side part, it really opens up the face.
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Regina King
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Regina King's wavy, short bob shows how great the cut can look with lot of textured body at the ends.
Reese Witherspoon’s new-ish short haircut caused a frenzy when she first got it. We see why: it's got a ton of movement and feels fresher than her usual long hair.
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Zoë Kravitz
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Zoë Kravitz rocked the most amazing choppy pixie cut. Believe it or not, this length is versatile: Spike it up like her, wear it slicked back, or let it free fall around your face in an intentionally messy, cool look.
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Taylor Swift
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Taylor Swift’s long, side swept bangs are a great way to add elegance to any bob. Her layers are smoothed down here, but a bit of texturizing spray could give it more volume.