Curtain bangs pair so nicely with all types of bob – they go together like cheese and wine! Popularized in the ‘60s and ‘70s, curtain bangs continue to be a go-to hairstyle after a banging comeback last year, proving that the face-framing fringe is just as timeless and chic as bob haircut itself. Here are 30 hairstyle ideas featuring a bob with curtain bangs to wear in 2023.
1. Beachy Bob with Curtain Bangs
If your hair is naturally wavy or curly, a beachy bob with curtain bangs is the perfect hairstyle! The curtain bangs will highlight your eyes and cheekbones, while the loose locks create an effortless model-off-duty look. Finish it off with a sea salt spray.
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2. Soft Bob with Curtain Bangs
Shine on with a straight bob featuring curtain bangs. This shoulder length hairdo really showcases how soft your hair is. Enhance your dark hair color with babylights or brown balyage for a subtle but bold look.
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3. Shaggy French Bob with Framing Bangs
This shaggy French bob haircut and curtain bangs with a parting moved slightly to the side does some excellent face lifting, and the natural dark blonde color complements the look perfectly. This short, shaggy haircut is low maintenance and easy to style.
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4. Short Bob with Bangs for Thick Hair
A short bob haircut goes great with curtain bangs and curls. Combining two darker shades of color really complements the fall and winter seasons perfectly. Add some layers and tousled curls, for a delicious look.
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5. Cool Choppy Bob and Curtain Bangs
A choppy bob and curtain bangs give us the ultimate cool girl vibe. The best part of this hairstyle is that it allows the focus to be on your beautiful face.
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6. Tousled Bob with Layers and Curtain Bangs
A short wavy bob is flirty and fun. This sophisticated look creates texture and adds depth. A layered bob haircut with curtain bangs is ideal for wavy hair textures. If you want to create more waves, utilize a 1” curling iron. This sweet and stylish hairstyle is here to stay.
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7. Lob Haircut with Long Layered Bangs
You do not have to cut your hair super short in order to have a bob; you can opt for a beautiful lob with curtain bangs like this look. Longer layers create a gorgeous, powerhouse look. An added bonus: with a regular wash and DIY blowout, your hair will be bouncy, shiny and full of volume.
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8. Curly Bob with Short Curtain Bangs
A short curly bob haircut with curtain bangs is such a cutie cut. This flowy look boasts so much texture! Plus, the wispy baby bangs add a whimsical touch.
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9. Feathered Blonde Bob with Wispy Curtain Bangs
Feel the weight of the world lifted off your shoulders with a nice, lightweight bob and bangs. This wispy bob haircut with soft curtain bangs is easy to style and will help you get into the ‘go with the flow’ mentality.
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10. Razor Cut Pixie Bob with Bangs
A razor cut pixie bob and bangs is the way to go for that effortless ‘cool girl’ hair. Getting ready every morning will be a breeze, because this haircut is easy to manage and maintain. The short layers create edgy flips that will have all eyes on you.
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11. Boho Bob with Face Framing Bangs
Let youir hair thrive with a bold, beautiful, boho bob haircut. This look pairs nicely with long layered curtain bangs, that frame your face and highlight all of your best features. Style a deep side part and push the longer curtain bangs to one side to give your hair loads of volume and show off that body.
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12. Bob with Bangs for Round Face Shapes
A shaggy bob and curtain bangs is a great choice for rounder face shapes. Serve it with sass, and some brunette or blonde layers. Chin framing layers are the perfect transitional accent this season.
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13. Blunt Wavy Bob and Bangs
A blunt wavy bob with shorter curtain bangs looks modern and sophisticated. This natural brunette style featuring high-rise curtain bangs will highlight your eyes and eyebrows. Use a styling cream to create that lived-in look.
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14. Concave Bob Haircut with Pink Curtain Bangs
A concave bob haircut is comfortable, chic, and compatible with multiple hair types. Add a pop of color to your curtain bangs this season for a fun flare.
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15. Pixie Bob with Flippy Curtain Bangs
Shake things up with a short bob haircut and layered bangs that will skillfully frame your face while still keeping it open. This unique cut will showcase your jawline and cheekbones, while the curtain bangs will draw all the attention to your eyes.
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16. Jawline Bob with Bangs for Thin Hair
This short, jawline length bob has the perfect proportions to frame your face and embodies that “I woke up like this” vibe. The wispy curtain bangs sweep straight across the forehead for a stunning, sweetheart look.
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17. Wavy Bottleneck Bob
Create a sexy messy bob with curtain fringe for an ultra-cool look. To enhance your waves, use a 1” inch curling iron and finish it off with a texturing spray. This hairstyle is the epitome of grunge meets glam.
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18. Inverted Pumpkin Spice Bob
Nothing says fall like a fresh new haircut and pumpkin spice color. This precition cut inverted bob haircut features long curtain bangs accentuated with light blonde highlgihts. A great choice for deep and pale skin tones out there.
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19. Soft Bixie Haircut
Live life on the edge and take a risk this season with a bixie haircut and curtain bangs. This soft, short pixie bob is stunning and whimsical. This casual haircut with short bangs brings all the charm.
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20. Short Curtain Haircut for Straight Hair
A classic textured bob haircut with curtain bangs makes a very mature and modern look. Take in all of the fall foliage and make it last by coloring your hair dark shades of red and brown.
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21. Shoulder Length Shaggy Bob
A shoulder-length bob is a surefire way to freshen up your look this season. This haircut is very versatile and can be either sleeked with a straightener or air dried to give it a short shag appearance. A copper color and curtain bangs add a vibrant touch to the ‘do.
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22. Jaw-Length Rounded Bob with Bangs
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the busiest season. By selecting a short bob with curtain bangs, you will be able to get ready very quickly without sacrificing a nice hairstyle. A layered bob will allow you to maintain volume without the time commitment.
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23. Super Short Wavy Bob with Curtain Bangs
An ear-length bob with curtain bangs has distinct French bob features and creates a youthful trendy look. Swoopy curtain bangs round out the hairstyle and creates a romantic feel.
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24. Natural Short Bob and Swooping Curtain Bangs
This short bob haircut features swooping bangs that look just like curtains unveiling a stage. This hairstyle is great for outlining your face and highlighting your features.
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25. Bottleneck Bob Haircut and Balayage
A classic A-line bob haircut can be achieved in a simple, subtle way. This short bob featuring curtain bangs is the perfect example of that. Pro tip: even a subtle balayage will brighten up your face.
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26. Textured Bob with Choppy Bangs
A short, textured bob is nice and practical, and it’s really versatile, too, as can opt for sleek hairdo, choppy layers or curly, tousled locks. This wash and go style isall about a bold rockstar look.
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27. Edgy Undercut Bob
A chin-length haircut with layers and neat nape undercut is an edgy style to rock this season. Add more volume at the crown of the head with longer layers of curtain bangs andspuce things up with highlights.
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28. Angled Black Bob with Layered Curtain Bangs
An angled stacked bob haircut makes a bold statement, and these long layers create lots of height and volume around the face. You can utilize a side or middle part with these lovely free-falling curtain bangs.
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29. Textured Short Bob with Curtain Fringe
This modern bob haircut featuring sweetheart curtain bangs provides texture while giving off a youthful glow. Feel free to amp up the volume at the crown of the head with fuller frontal bangs. Top it off with a finishing spray for that eternal shine.
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30. Shaggy Bob with Curly Curtain Bangs
You don’t have to have straight hair to rock curtain bangs, as naturally curly bob and curly fringe are all the rage now. You may also want to get some modern perms to recreate the hairstyle. This shaggy haircut with choppy bangs looks relaxed and stylish.
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Bob haircuts featuring curtain bangs are chic and timeless. Color and style your hair with inspiration from these looks to highlight your best facial features and get a boost of confidence.
