The sliced bob is the sleekest short hair cut that does all the hard work for you
Any hair stylist worth their salt will tell you that an outstanding short cut, like a bob or pixie crop, can take the weight off of you in the styling department. It’s the easiest shortcut to cute hair with maximum cool girl points and minimum effort. Yep, get a great cut, and the shape will do all the hard work while you kick back and chill with enviably delicious strands.
That’s why the ultra-blunt “sliced bob” is a masterpiece for girls with fine and straight hair. The sleek bottom edge, helps to give hair structure all on its own. Then, if you wish, you can add a little dedicated styling time on top.
Case in point is influencer and eyebrow artist Nicole Sharvit's immaculate nape-length bob. Air-dried, it would hold its own and offer up a more relaxed vibe. Or straightened, it gives a style that's glossier and super glam.
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Likewise, Karlie Kloss’s chin-length bob (created by hair stylist Jacob Rozenberg, then styled to perfection by celeb hair guru, Harry Josh) is iconic. It’s short, it’s sexy, it’s sleek and, it’s effortless. We asked Harry what the magic ingredients for this cut are, so you can copy and paste to your hair dresser, then zhuzh it up yourself at home.
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Why would we choose this style over a choppier bob?
A bob isn't a one cut fits all. There's the French bob, the A-line bob, the collarbone bob, the hacked bob – each offers a little something different, so why choose this sleek, sliced look? "If you have finer hair, this helps create a cleaner line," explains Harry. It looks instantly pulled-together and pretty, but without looking too prim.
What makes this style more modern?
There's less in the way of layers, it looks largely the same length which makes it look more sleek and uniform, but if you look, "it's ever so slightly longer at the front and almost A-line in shape," says Harry. That longer length at the front gives you the room to style and shape those front pieces into framing halos around the face.
Why is it a good style for spring?
Spring is a key moment in the year when lots of us fancy a shake-up. Cutting back the length leaves hair looking and feeling fresh, and this is a modern cut that has the option of feeling extra glam. Plus, shoulder-skimming cuts look great with summer outfits.
What should people be aware of before getting this cut?
This style works better for straight and fine hair. If you have a natural wave or curl, you'll probably end up spending more time styling it. Either way, the main thing is to "go to a great haircutter," says Harry. It'll make the difference between a mushroom cut or a perfectly balanced bob, so spend some time scouting your hair stylists Instagram first.
What styling products would you need for this at home?
To maximise this shape, you'll want to look for something that adds a bit of lift. Harry recommends a volumising or texturising spray to take it to the next level. Lift sections of your hair, then mist the spray upwards from below the section and use your fingers to tease a bit of volume near the crown. Also: an ear tuck will never fail to look chic.
How to style it?
"If your hair is already straight, don’t worry, you won’t have to do anything," says Harry. "If it’s wavy, blow dry it and flat iron it."
Here's how the celebs and the influencers are wearing the sliced bob…
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