short · sleek
Blunt Bob
A blunt bob uses a strong, nearly level perimeter around the chin, trading visible layering for a crisp and graphic outline.
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Italian Bob: What It Looks Like and How to Ask for It
Explore the Italian Bob, defined by a full weighted bob with soft movement and a flexible parting. Compare its shape, maintenance, salon wording, styling, and virtual try-on tips.
Published 25 July 2026
Quick answer
An Italian bob uses a full chin-to-neck perimeter with soft internal movement, creating a substantial bob that can be swept into different partings.
- Length
- short
- Shape
- full and softly rounded
- Finish
- polished
- Maintenance
- medium
What defines the look
The defining feature is a full weighted bob with soft movement and a flexible parting. That distinction is more useful than relying on the style name alone, since names can be interpreted differently between salons.
- bob
- full
- soft
- polished
What to ask your stylist
Ask for a full bob around the chin or upper neck with a weighty baseline, subtle internal movement, and enough flexibility to change the part.
Bring a saved preview and clarify which parts of the generated result matter most to you. Your stylist can translate the reference for your current hair and practical routine.
Styling and upkeep
A broad bend and touchable volume support the full silhouette, while overly flat styling can make the shape resemble a blunt bob instead.
Maintenance labels are broad comparisons within this guide library. Your starting texture, chosen length, and preferred finish can change the real routine.
How to preview it
Include the jaw, neck, and shoulders so the heavier perimeter and fuller side volume can be judged in proportion.
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