Another day, another bob hair trend that has me considering finally getting a haircut. I wasn’t sure if this popular hairstyle would still be trending this fall, but it looks like the bob is here to stay, and I for one am not mad about it.
Although there are already many bob hairstyles that you can get inspiration from, I want to talk a little about the “tucked bob”. What is this new bob trend, I hear you ask? Coined by Hairdresser and hair trend expert, Thomas Smiththe tucked bob has been spotted on the likes of Lily Collins, Gigi Hadid, America Ferrera and Hailey Bieber (to name a few). If you ask me, it’s perhaps one of the chicest short hairstyles you can try this season and will elevate your look in seconds. Curious? I thought so. Keep scrolling to find out everything you need to know…
What is a tucked bob?
After a conversation about hair trends in autumn with Blacksmith I learned everything about the Tucked Bob. As described by Blacksmith“(The tucked bob is) a bob haircut that is either one length or slightly layered and secured behind one or both ears.” As you can probably tell, this style is very easy to achieve and works on all lengths and styles of bobs.
In terms of styling Blacksmith advises trying the trend on hair that has a little product in it. “Freshly washed or frizzy hair can be difficult to secure behind the ear,” he explains. “Use a volumizing spray or mousse before blow-drying to further secure the style, and fix the hair around the ear with a strong hold hairspray.” If you want a more stable result, you can even use a small clip behind the ear to hold the hair in place.
Inspiration for the hidden bob
1. Straight, tucked bob
How chic does Lily Collins look with her upswept bob?
2. Wavy fitted bob
This style looks great with loose waves.
3. Braided tucked bob
The perfect autumn haircut.
4. Hidden bob with hair accessory
Use a funny clip for an even more powerful statement.
5. Shiny fitted bob
This hairstyle is serious.
6. Face-framing hidden bob
If you want some variety, leave a strand or two of hair in front of your ears to frame your face.
7. Hidden Micro Bob
Very cool.
8. Relaxed, tucked-in bob
This style is great for everyday wear.
9. Hidden bob with slicked back ends
Even Hailey Bieber is a fan.
10. Pinned bob with bangs
It works so well with bangs.
11. Hidden bob with side parting
A side parting also goes perfectly with it.
Products you need for a tucked bob
Percy and Reed
Session Styling Volume Mousse
As mentioned above, a volumizing mousse will help keep this style in shape.
GHD
Perfect Ending Final Fix Hairspray
Don’t forget some hairspray.
Monki
Pack of 6 hair clips in turquoise and silver metallic
Clips are also great for keeping your hair in shape, and these are so cute.
Aveda
Be Curly Advanced Curl Enhancer Cream
This style looks great with curls and this cream will help enhance your natural hair texture.
Living proof
Full Dry Volume and Texture Spray
The best texturizing spray to give your bob some movement.
Bed Head by TIGI
Hair wax stick
Another one of my favorite products, this hair wax stick helps keep your tucked bob in place.
Opening image: @tylynnnguyen