I Thought the French Bob Was the Chicest Short Style I’d Seen—Then I Saw This Fresh Cut

In the spirit of that "back to school" feeling that September so often brings, I've been toying with the idea of getting a bob. Inspired by all the incredible short haircuts I was seeing on social media, it seemed like a no-brainer for my next trip to the salon.

And yet, by the time that my appointment arrived, I'd already gotten tired of looking at all the bob trends out there and wanted to opt for something different. That was until I came across the Scandi bob haircut and decided this was the one for me.

Yep, this super cool short hairstyle might have just convinced me to get the chop, as in my opinion, it's the perfect autumn hair trend. Intrigued? I thought so. Keep on scrolling for everything you need to know about this chic look, and don't forget to save this article so that you've got lots of inspo pictures to take to the salon.

What Is the Scandi Bob Haircut?

So, what is this hair trend? "The scandi bob is a sharp, blunt cut bob that usually sits just below the chin," says hairdresser and founder of Sta Studios, Samantha Cusick. "It gets its name as it's inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics." Think simple, minimalist hairstyles with clean lines. "[It gives] major cool girl hair vibes, adds celebrity hair stylist James Lear. "This haircut is functional, yet beautifully elegant."

According to both experts, the Scandi bob will be a big trend for summer. "So many of our clients at Samantha Cusick London are opting for the chop thanks to it being low-maintenance whilst having a chic, effortless look," says Cusick. According to Lear, last year was all about the French bob and the Italian bob, but now it's about the "simple, muted, 'less is more,' Scandi style."

How to Style the Scandi Bob

You know when you get your hair done at the salon, then you wash it for the first time and have no idea how to style it? Well, in order to stop that from happening, I asked the experts how to style your new, cool Scandi bob. "The Scandi bob is really versatile," says Cusick. "[You can] wear it in a centre parting for balance, or flip your parting over to one side to create volume and create a more laid-back (but still chic) look."

If you have natural waves, Cusick recommends air-drying your hair and adding a bit of texture spray or salt spray for extra movement. You can also add some soft waves with a hair straightener or hair waver.

As someone with naturally wavy hair, I always wonder how a cut like this might suit my texture, but seeing how great the Scandi bob looks on natural and curled hair, I am even more tempted to try it. The key is to work with a stylist who knows how to best cut your hair type, so definitely do your research and ask to see their portfolio if you're looking to try someone new.

Scandi Bob Inspiration

Blunt ends + balayage = perfection.

This blunt finish complete with fringe looks so chic.

I love everything about this look.

Gigi has styled her Scandi bob with subtle waves.

This bob looks so good with braids.

This picture has me ready to call my hairdresser.

Look at that shine!

Complete your look with a Scandi-style Ganni blouse.

The perfect bob for summer.

So cool.

This blunt style doesn't have to look harsh. Instead, add some movement for a softer finish.

This bob looks so good with a middle parting.

Perfection.

This haircut works for every occasion.

Proof a Scandi bob can elevate your look.

A Scandi-style bob at its finest.

A wispy fringe compliments this style perfectly.

Selin's bob rolls under slightly at the ends of body and shape.

Rochelle Hume's centre-parted bob is so effortless.

Blunt ends are key to a great Scandi bob.

This soft take on a scandi bob looks effortless an ethereal.

Some natural texture and gentle waves makes this Scandi bob look so effortlessly cool.

This side fringe softens the bob and frames the face beautifully.

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