The ‘Box Bob’ hairstyle is the laidback cool girl style this Summer

The ‘Box Bob’ hairstyle is a structured bob that stops at the chin and has a square shape which frames the face. It’s ideal for summer as you can add texturising or salt sprays for a laid back, effortless vibe.

Below, Katie Allan, Founder of MAYFIVE Hair provides her comments on what the box bob is, who would suit it and how it can be styled.

What’s distinctive about the box bob haircut?

The box bob is rising in popularity this spring/summer and is seen on celebrities like Hayley Bieber.  It’s a structured short bob that stops at the chin and has a square shape which frames the face, like a box which is where it gets its name from. 

Why is it such a good hair cut for women with fine hair?

The box bob is great if you have naturally fine or thin hair, as it’s not about volume it’s more about the shape and movement of the style. 

How would you style the box bob haircut? And what should women ask their hairdresser for?

There are so many styling options with the box bob, which is another reason it’s a popular choice. For a relaxed summer look, add texturising or salt sprays to create an effortless tousled effect and to maintain movement and keep it looking choppy. It’s a low maintenance ‘cool girl’ vibe and can be adapted to suit every face shape and hair texture. When speaking to your hairdresser, it’s best to show pictures of the style you’d like and ask them to adapt it to suit your face shape, ensuring it stops at the chin and has an overall square shape.

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