Short Hair Is Going Nowhere—6 Chic Bob Hairstyles to Try This Autumn

It's currently raining in London, I spotted at least three women wearing trench coats on the tube this morning, and I've texted my hairdresser multiple times in the last week, telling him I'm thinking of getting a bob haircut for the new season. Yep, it's officially autumn. With the change of weather comes the urge to try a new autumn hair trend, and what better time to chop off those ends and try the short hairstyle that fashion insiders still can't get enough of this season?

If you ask me, a bob is the ideal haircut for autumn, as it pairs perfectly with all of those chic jackets and chunky knits that we are currently gravitating towards. However, the big question is, what bob hair trend to go for?

In order to help me break down the most popular bobs for September and beyond, I reached out to top hairstylist and Living Proof ambassador, Hollie Rose Clarke, to get all of her expert insights. Keep on scrolling for her take on this autumn's biggest bob trends, and don't forget to shop her product recommendations to help get the look at home...

6 Autumn Bob Hair Trends to Try in 2025

1. The Tuck-and-Flick Bob

First up is the super chic "tuck-and-flick" bob. "This style is a blunt, mid-neck length bob with soft texture," explains Clarke. "It's perfect if you’re looking for something low maintenance that delivers on movement and versatility with styling."

If you want to achieve a similar look to the image above, a good pair of hair straighteners will be your best friend. Use the hair tool to add movement to the ends and create a tucked-under look or a flicked-out finish.

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2. Shaggy Bob

You already know that we are huge fans of the shaggy bob hairstyle, so I was delighted to know that this trend will not be going anywhere in autumn.

"The shag is going nowhere, but doesn’t need to just be on longer hair lengths," says Clarke. "This look translates well to short lengths too and is the rockstar of bobs, worn well by [the likes of] Jenna Ortega. With shaggy layers and a soft textured fringe, it’s the undone, cooler little sister of the classic chic bob."

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3. Old Hollywood Bob

According to Clarke, celebrities such as Zendaya and Kendall Jenner are very well known for the Old Hollywood look. "[This bob] is the perfect mix of Hollywood glamour and 90s supermodel blow-out chic," she says.

"It can be tailored to suit any thickness or texture. Elevate this look even further by adding a hair gloss to your routine to get that classic richness to the hair."

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4. '90s Bob

"The '90s bob oozes soft body and bounce," Clarke tells me. "An iconic example of this trend is Christy Turlington, but it has been seen more recently on the likes of Rochelle Humes, Kendall Jenner and Sofia Richie."

Again, this bob trend is all about volume, but with a subtle, more natural-looking finish compared to the likes of the Old Hollywood hairstyle.

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5. Collarbone Lob

If you don't want to go too short this autumn, why not try the collarbone lob? "This midi-length style is perfect for anyone looking for a change but still wanting to be able to rock their favourite claw clip or updo," Clarke says. "This beautiful and timeless cut is synonymous with the iconic Rachel Green collarbone look, but can now be seen on the likes of Hailey Bieber."

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6. Side-Part Bob

I always keep an eye out on Instagram for any new bob hair trends cropping up, and I've noticed lots of stylish people pairing their short haircut with a side part this season. This is such a great trick, as a side parting can instantly add more volume and movement to a bob, making it appear as if you've spent hours doing your hair.

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