An A-line bob is a short, structured style that can be worn by all face shapes—not to mention most hair types. Logistically, an A-line bob is characterized by an angular shape that’s longer in the front and shorter in the back for a more stacked silhouette. It can be worn center-parted or off to the side, and it can feature mirrored face-framing strands or an asymmetrical appeal. The hype for A-line haircuts, which were all the rage not too long ago, has seemed to die down. But in reality, they haven’t gone anywhere—they’ve just gotten a major upgrade. And lucky for everyone looking for inspiration, it seems every major celebrity and influencer has gotten the memo. While the A-line’s signature angular tilt from back to front is still a pronounced look, these days, the styles have softened their graze. With point-cut ends and weightless, airy texture, modern A-line haircuts are much more subtle than their dramatic predecessors. Despite this step back, they still elongate the face, graze the collarbone, and accentuate jaw lines at distance, so all the best parts are alive and well. We’ve rounded up the hottest A-line bob haircuts that we’re absolutely loving right now.
1. Sleek Chin-Length Bob
The sleek angled bob is a classic, and while it works with any hair color, it’s especially powerful when paired with the equally classic glossy black hair color.
2. Choppy A-Line Bob
Does your A-line bob need some oomph? Choppy layers add texture, give body to the hair and can create a dramatic volume boost, even on fine hair.
3. Asymmetrical A-Line Bob
The asymmetrical bob has an uneven diagonal outline, with the hair longer on one side of the head than the other. It’s an edgy look that looks best a little tousled and loose.
4. Side Part Angled Bob
Here’s a style hack straight from the it-girls: try an off-center part. Since most faces aren’t perfectly symmetrical, a middle part can highlight any unevenness, but shifting it just half an inch to the side balances your look.
5. Middle Part A-Line Bob
This polished, elegant angled bob is especially flattering if you have a round face shape. It has the fresh, crisp look of a short chin-length bob even though the front pieces extend past the jawline to elongate the face.
6. Blunt A-Line Bob
Leaving the front pieces slightly longer has a face-framing effect that can give your face a sharper or a softer look, depending on whether you style your hair straight or in loose waves.
7. Short Layered Bob
Tuck your hair behind one ear when you want a flirty look with hair falling over one eye—a layered angled bob is made for this playful style.
8. Textured Chin-Length A-Line Bob
A textured angled bob is wearable and easy to style—it looks just as beautiful natural or if you give yourself a blowout.
