Mark My Words: The Bevelled Bob Will Be This Year's Most Requested Short Haircut
From Hailey Bieber to Sofia Richie Grainge, the bevelled bob is making moves amongst celebrities to become the biggest haircut trend of 2026.
As a beauty editor who studies hair trends for a living, it's only natural that I'm always on the lookout for the next big haircut trend or hair colour trend. And while we might only be halfway through January, there is one bob hair trend that is quickly emerging amongst celebrities such as Hailey Bieber, Lily Colins and Sofia Richie Grainge. And that's the bevelled bob.
What Is the Bevelled Bob?
Inspired by the sloping curves you find in fine jewellery, the bevelled bob has soft, flicked ends that create a rounded, face-framing effect. Think of it as the cousin of the flicked bob, but this time, the ends of the bob are gently curving inwards. Much like Hailey Bieber's recent lob haircut.
It's a hair trend that celebrity hairstylist Larry King has spotted. "We’ve been living in the world of the Italian and French bobs—playful, flicky, full of movement," he says. "But I think the direction is changing. Bobs are going cleaner and more tucked-in. Less of that kicked-out texture, more of a smooth bevel under the jaw. It’s polished without feeling overdone," he says.
It also speaks to a wider theme at play with haircut trends right now. “I don’t think 2026 will belong to one specific cut—it’s more of a shift in attitude," says King. "Hair is moving toward a sleeker, more refined finish. For longer lengths, especially, we’re stepping away from those big, bouncy blowouts that have had their moment. Instead, I’m seeing this rise of super-straight, ultra-glossy, almost liquid-looking hair," he says. "It feels expensive, intentional, and incredibly modern—that’s the energy of 2026."
If you're thinking of going for the bevelled bob yourself in 2026, scroll on for all the inspo to take to the salon.
Bevelled Bob Inspo
Phoebe Dynevor's side-parted bob looks so chic with the bevelled ends.
I'm in awe of Lily Colins' liquid-like bob, which has a subtle around the chin and jaw.
For a softer take, Kendall Jenner's lob has a more piecey texture while framing her face.
Shop Styling Products:
A thermal brush such as the GHD Rise is perfect for styling those flicked ends and creating a bevelled shape.
The Dyson Airwrap is a great hair multi-styler that allows you to create so many styles, but the round brush attachment is ideal for creating the bevelled look.
A good pair of hair straighteners makes flicking in the ends of your hair so easy.
To finish off this polished look, apply a hair serum for extra shine and gloss.
