31 layered bob hairstyles we’re obsessed with in 2022

We’re not sure if you’ve noticed by now, but we love a bob hairstyle, but the typically one-length cut can feel a little hard. That’s where the layered bob comes in. Not too harsh, not too short, instead of blunt edges it offers a feathered, subtle, soft finish in comparison to the striking sliced bob and paper-cut bobs 

The layered bob works with your face shape (it offers some face-framing action), adds extra movement, dimension and texture and is the ideal cut if you have longer hair and are looking to brave a shorter style.

“The bob is a perennial classic working at every stage of life, but what I love about the layered bob is that you can simply adjust the length to flatter your face shape and add a little texture around the base to keep it fresh,” says Mark Leeson, Revlon Professional Global Artistic Ambassador.

“A lot of women are looking for a change and to get their hair back to optimum health,” says Mark – after lots of styling or colouring, for example. “The layered bob is a great option for this – it’s fresh, textured and has an easy-going appeal that’s really attractive.”

So, what shall we ask for during our next salon trip to achieve the layered bob look? “Ask your hairdresser to add subtle choppy layers in line with your jaw – this is especially good for anyone with thinning hair,” explains Mark. “I love to place subtle colour around the hairline to highlight features and enhance the movement of the cut; it really adds to the texture of your hair. We’ve seen this look on the likes of Rihanna, Natalie Portman and Emilia Clarke.”

When it comes to maintaining the look, the good news is that the layered bob is pretty low maintenance. Mark just recommends booking in for regular trims every 8-12 weeks (depending on how quickly your hair grows) and using professional haircare that respects your scalp, particularly if you’re adding colour to your layered bob to frame your face and highlight your features.

“Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp, so I always recommend Revlon Professional Nutri Colour Filters which give endless colour options while caring for your hair, leaving it nourished and full of shine.”

Styling your layered bob is beautifully straightforward, too. Simply add a little root lift, blow-dry with a round bristle brush and tong the ends for extra movement.

Here’s x of our favourite ways to wear the layered bob…

The curly layered bob

The voluminous layered bob

The subtly layered bob

The two-tone copper layered bob

The layered bowl bob

The wavy layered A-line bob

The cut-out layered bob

The crimped layered bob

The layered bob and blunt micro fringe

The jaw-length layered bob

The airy layered bob

The curled layered bob

The dip-dye layered bob

The long layered bob

The rounded layered bob

The curved layered bob

The choppy layered bob

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The side-parted layered bob

The layered French bob

The balayaged layered bob

The ‘mane’ layered bob

The shaggy layered bob

The flicked layered bob

The feathered layered bob

The mussy layered bob

The laidback layered bob

The side-parted curly layered bob

The beach wave layered bob

The retro layered bob

The graduated layered bob