The Best Short Hairstyles for a Dramatic Change in 2019
A bob doesn't have to be basic!
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With trendsetting celebrities like Taylor Swift and Kylie Jenner chopping off their Rapunzel-length hair, it's easy to get that itch to go shorter. These hairstyles are your best bets if you're ready to make the cut.
Julianne Hough's Choppy Textured Bob
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Seriously, is there any hairstyle Julianne Hough can't pull off? One of her many iconic looks, this choppy, textured bob just screams summer. It's light, fresh, and fun!
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Karlie Kloss's Short Platinum Hairstyle
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Karlie Kloss always slays the red carpet, but we think it's safe to say the supermodel's short haircut is just as sexy as her many killer dress choices. Tacking her onto the roster of babes gone super blonde, we fully support Kloss jumping on the bandwagon.
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Ruth Negga's Waved Pixie Hairstyle
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We're loving Negga's slicked-back bob because while the 'do stresses all business in the back, the side-swept coils have our attention in the front. Besides the necessity of strong pomade to get that hardened look, master this chic, miniature combover with the Helen of Troy Brush Iron. It features a lifetime heating element and cool tip for styling, so you're ultimately getting a brush and heat styler in one.
Nina Dobrev's Choppy Bob Hairstyle
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To some, Nina Dobrev will always be Degrassi's it-girl. To others, Vampire Diaries' reluctant bloodsucker Elena Gilbert. Either way, the Bulgarian beauty has always donned thick, voluminous mermaid locks we've grown to obsess over and envy.
It was a shock to fans, but this Hollywood starlet chopped her locks, looking every bit the iconic bombshell that she is. This choppy lob is sure to have fans coming to the short side, and if you're up for the cut, Living Proof's Full Dry Volume Blast will give you the same body.
Kristen Wiig's Blunt Pixie Hairstyle
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Though this beauty ed favors this Bridemaids actress' signature wispy bob, this boyish cut is an incredibly chic switch-up for Wiig. The simple cut was a statement in itself, as if to say shorter hairdos don't necessarily need to be done up to compete with the intricate styles of longer cuts.
Our advice is to leave strands looking natural more often than not, but to ensure a correct straight fall, finger Pearson Knight Straight Shine through each layer.
Kristen Bell's Side-Part Hairstyle
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Not all of us want to be big stars, but we'd definitely like to dig into their hair products. Kristen Bell's amped side part is cutting edge, complementing the actress's smoky eyes to a T.
Get the look by focusing heavily on volume levels, meaning you want hair to reach its literal full potential. To do so, begin with a volume-enhancing base like Bumble and bumble's Full Potential shampoo.
Evan Rachel Wood's Waved Pixie Hairstyle
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Evan Rachel Wood's nod to David Bowie here was astronomical, blurring the lines between the fashion expectations of women and men. Taking a step back from her dapper tuxedo, however, her gray strands placed in a waved side part were also an unexpected look for the nominee. Sideswept looks aren't new, but a gray streak is one trend we'd like to see more of.
Emily Ratajkowski's Curled Bob Hairsyle
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Another one bobbed! Though Emily Ratajkowski exhibited a faux cut at the 2017 Golden Globes, the legitimacy of the style at hand is of no concern to this beauty editor; it was stunning all the same. It's not easy perfecting the wavy look on shorter strands — it always seems to come out too loose or too tight. This happy medium, however, is #goals, and to get the look, we suggest the xtava Satin 5-in-1 Curling Iron and Wand Set so you can better control the curl.
Kim Kardashian's Blunt Lob Hairstyle
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Hearts mourned around the world once news got out that Kim K's ultra sophisticated lob was actually a wig (those Karjenners and their faux hair). If you loved the style as much as we did, use it as real-life inspo next time you're due for a chop. The key to keeping up with this Kardashian cut is sustaining its tangle-free texture and gorgeous shine.
By integrating Kevin Murphy's plumping conditioning treatment into your routine two to three times a week, strands will look healthy and feel incredibly smooth, but don't just take our word for it. Run your fingers through your hair once it dries and experience the results yourself!
Ariel Winter's Center Part Hairstyle
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This Modern Family actress is all grown up, and she's got the chops to prove it (get it?). Saying goodbye to her mermaid-length locks, Winter's went for a striking switch up, though she's kept her strands longer than the average bob!
Super sexy and sleek though it may be, we're equally as obsessed with her new hairdo's killer shine. A drop or two of NIUCOCO's nutrient-rich serum will give you that high-end luminosity while also strengthening strands with coconut oil, guava fruit extract, and sunflower seed oil.
Hailey Baldwin's Short Layered Hairstyle
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This look has been there for you because you're there for it, too. Let's be honest — does Jennifer Aniston's signature look ever go out of style? It's debatable, but for those of us stuck in the '90s era (it was the worst of times, it was the best of times), no Friends reference has yet to be left behind.
Of course, Hailey Baldwin's twist on the trend falls somewhere between Aniston and Christina Aguilera circa "What A Girl Wants." That being said, make the style sexy again by following the IMG model's lead. Accentuate each layer by blow-drying with Olivia Garden's round brush. Separate layers and run the nozzle of the hairdryer inward for a bouncy curl.
America Ferrera's Wavy Chin-Length Hairstyle
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We're all for experimentation, especially when it comes to hairstyling, but we can also appreciate sticking to tradition. America Ferrera recently joined the bob brigade, but instead of opting for choppier strands or dramatic color, the Superstore actress chose a traditional cut that falls against her chin.
Debuting her new hair on Instagram, she kept the 'do all-natural with strands framing her face in soft curls. Aussie's two-for-one mousse keeps a strong hold over the scrunch, and it even conditions hair until your next shampoo.
Sofia Richie's Choppy Hairstyle
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Richie chopped her mane, taking a sexy selfie alongside Wella Professionals celebrity stylist Andy Lecompte to document the moment (because pics or it didn't happen, right?). What takes the look from messy to maturity is its effortless shape. Make the I-woke-up-like-this coif work for you with Wella's EIMI Shape Shifting Gum. Use a brush or fingertips to sculpt the hair to defined or disheveled perfection.
Cara Delevingne's Glam Bob Hairstyle
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British model and part-time actress Cara Delevingne showed off her shortened 'do at Comic Con, but it wouldn't be until the New York City Suicide Squad premiere that we'd see the cut's full potential. Stepping out in Louboutins and dressed head-to-toe in one sexy-meets-edgy ensemble, Delevingne's stylists completed the look with an old-Hollywood glam hairdo, featuring fluffy curls and a sleek side part.
Dress up your everyday look or sport the style for a special occasion by using the Hot Tools 2-inch curling iron to create large, bouncy curls from midneck to the shoulders.
Kylie Jenner's Sleek Bob Hairstyle
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Kylie Jenner may not have broken the internet, but she certainly put a dent in Snapchat once she decided to snap a play-by-play of her latest snip. Obviously the Kardashian-Jenner clan is all about the extremities – long flowing locks, or short, bouncy bobs, and while we love the King's flowing strands, it was time to see the royal mane chopped. To keep a simple style like Kylie's polished, apply one pump of Shu Uemura's nourishing oil to styled hair for a sleek, shiny finish.
Emma Roberts' Tousled Hairstyle
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Notice the specific way Emma's waves seem to bend with purpose? Messy hair is haute, but this sleek look makes beachy tres chic. Copy the look by separating strands and molding them to only slightly bend midstrand with Beachwaver's lightweight iron that boasts a barrel of .75 inches.
Khloe Kardashian's Beachy Hairstyle
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Khloe Kardashian chopped her golden mane, swapping it out for a just-above-the-shoulder bob, compliments of celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin. A few spritzes of Atkin's holy grail wave spray from her Ouai collection will have your hair measuring up to the youngest Kardashian sister's haute-and-messy hairstyle.
Taylor Swift's Blunt Hairstyle
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Somehow, messy hair looks even sexier on a shorter cut, and it seems to suit T-Swift all too perfectly. If you're looking for just the slightest bend to give your hair a little bounce, this haute messy style embodies the recently-rolled-out-of-bed 'do. It's quick, easy, and so edgy when appropriately paired with leather.
Rooney Mara's Slick Updo Hairstyle
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Aside from the fact that this gothic triple-bun sequence slayed on the red carpet, we're equally as obsessed with its severity. If you're ready and willing to take on this intricate style, we applaud your efforts, and encourage you to use the right tools to do so. A strong-hold gel is what you'll need in order to keep your hair clicked back as beautifully as Mara's.
Rihanna's Middle Part Hairstyle
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Middle parts are perfect for every occasion because they just look so sleek. Rihanna's Brit Awards style is easy to emulate. All you'll need is a rat-tail brush (and maybe a bit of patience with those pesky stragglers) to ensure a clean part.
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