50+ Stunning Asymmetrical Bob Short Edgy Hairstyles To Try In 2025

1. Faux Sculpted Curly Bob

 Not everybody pulls up to a Golden Globes event with the same confidence and grace as Sandra Oh. Her sculpted curly side-swept bob with dark brunette highlights were the talk of the evening. The secret is that this is not a real bob but strategically pinned curls made to look like one. Oh’s long face gets accentuated by the curls and does not overwhelm her overall makeup.

 How To Style

Prep your hair with some mousse to lock in moisture.

• Part your hair deeply on one side.
• Use a round brush, long sectioning clips, and a blow dryer to create those sculpted curls at the front.
• Use a medium barrel curler to curl the rest of your hair.
• Brush back the hair on the other side and secure it with a pin for a faux bob look.

 Suitable For

Oblong faces

 2. Short Straight Side-Parted Bob

 When it comes to pulling off some of the most iconic hairstyles, Bebe Rexha’s name is right there on the list. Her stunning facial features are always complemented by whichever hairstyle she picks, but she always champions her short hairstyles. This bob haircut with bangs frames the face beautifully, giving a modern twist to the whole look.

We advise you to get those uneven bangs cut by a professional and not try it yourself.

 How To Style

• Part your hair on one side.
• Apply some heat-protectant before using a hair straightener to tame any waves or curls.
• Brush back the hair behind the ear on the other side of the partition.
• Let the straightened curtain fringe hang in front of your face on one side.
• For good measure, spritz some lightweight hairspray to maintain the look.

Suitable for

Heart-shaped faces

3. Long Brunette Bob

Always right on the must-have hair trends, French actress Marion Cotillard looks chic and sophisticated with her long brunette bob. This collarbone-grazing sleek bob is the perfect length for Marion, as her hair skims her cheekbones, accentuates her eyes, and creates the illusion of a slimmer face.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with an anti-frizz hairspray.
• Blow dry completely.
• Use a flat iron to create a sleek and smooth look.
• Finish with the anti-frizz spray once again, just to make sure there are no flyaways.

Suitable For

All face types. With a deep part and one side tucked this gives the illusion of asymmetry to the face. This is a basic hairstyle that would look good on anybody.

4. Short Bob

Always one to show what bob hair can do, Victoria Beckham’s cut has some serious edge. Her poker straight bob is classic, yet modern, and she sports a trendy side-swept parting and subtle layers.

How To Style

• Use a flat iron to straighten the hair.
• With a lightweight wax, run your fingers through your hair and create texture.
• Finish with a holding spray.

Suitable For

Oval-shaped faces.

5. Angled Bob

For anyone who thinks that only short bobs can be sexy, we’d like to show them Rihanna’s old image, whose mid-length angled strands still look daring and smoking hot. To recreate the simple look, remember to keep your bob longer than the chin length to frame your face without overwhelming your facial features.

How To Style

• The intention behind this whole hairstyle is smooth and sharp, so get that flat iron out and straighten till your hair is completely smooth.
• Use a lightweight wax to keep the hair in place.

Suitable For

Oval or rectangular-shaped faces.

6. Wavy Bob

Actress Kimberly Caldwell looks effortlessly sexy with her side-swept, wavy, asymmetrical bob. With uneven lengths, tousled, beachy waves, and varying textures, Kim’s blonde hairstyle is dynamic and modern, resulting in a high cuteness factor – that means you can wear it just about anywhere! If you are curious about how it looks from the back, you may go through the back view of bob hairstyles blog to get a fair idea.

How To Style

• Pin one side of your hair to the back.
• Curl the other side away from the face as shown in the image.
• Finish with a holding spray.

Suitable For

All face shapes except round-shaped faces.

7. Two-Toned Bob

Singer Keri Hilson can do no wrong, and this two-toned chop with side bangs seals the deal. Ideal for women with thick hair, at your next appointment, ask your stylist to add subtle layers and volume to your bob and feather the ends of your hair for soft, touchable tips.

How To Style

• Make sure your hair is completely wet down to the roots on naturally curly/thick hair.
• If you don’t have naturally thick hair, prep damp hair with a volumizing mousse.
• Blow dry and use a flat iron to smoothen out the ends.
• Finish with a holding spray.

Suitable For

All face shapes.

8. Baby Bob

Actress Chelsea Kane’s baby bob is choppy perfection, with a side swoop so fabulous that it makes the growing-out bangs process look ultra-glamorous. So, ladies who are eyeing to get this asymmetrical bob haircut, ask your stylist to chop the ends of your hair for soft, fluffy locks that are full of texture and shine.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with some mousse at the crown.
• Blow dry away from the face on one side, and towards the face on the other side.

Suitable For

Heart and round-shaped faces.

9. Long Side-Swept Bob

Hottie Rita Ora’s hairstyle proves that adding just a little shine to your locks is enough to dress up the entire hairstyle. This is a great bob hairstyle for fine, thin hair with a slight razor finish. This adds a bit of volume to thin locks. Get your stylist to keep your bob sleek and longer than the chin length for a final dynamic touch, and pair your new hairdo with simple makeup and red lips for maximum sex appeal.

How To Style

• Use an anti-frizz serum to prep your hair.
• With a flat iron, straighten your hair to create a sleek, straight look.
• Finish with a holding spray.

Suitable For

Rectangular or oval-shaped faces.

Quick Tip

You can tuck the unswept part of your hair with a beaded hair clip or cute bobby pins to enhance the look.

10. Messy Bob

Gone Girl actress Rosamund Pike’s messy bob is just long enough to benefit from some texturizing and curling iron action, proving that you can dress the layers up or down depending on the occasion. With the romantic wispy side bangs that keep the focus on the middle of her face, the layers, and subtle volume, Pike’s hairstyle is incredibly enigmatic and modern.

How To Style

• Blow dry damp hair on a low setting to prevent flattening of the roots.
• Use a flat iron to create random waves
• To achieve Rosamund’s messy look, finish with some sea salt spray

Suitable For

All face shapes.

Quick Tip

Since a messy bob needs to look voluminous, spray a bit of dry shampoo onto the scalp before styling. This will minimize grease and add body to your mane.

11. Purple-Gray Asymmetrical Bob

Rocking the fashion world ever since she entered the music industry, singer and fashionista Kelly Osbourne looks sophisticated and stylish with her purplish-gray long, rounded bob and blunt bangs.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with a moisturizing heat protecting cream.
• Blow dry hair inwards.
• Use a flat iron to create Kelly’s look and don’t forget your bangs.
• Finish with a holding spray.

Suitable For

Round and heart-shaped faces.

12. Bob With Beachy Waves

This look encompasses the whole “boho messy” appeal. The messy waves create an effortless look. This is an optimum choice for those who like to stay in touch with their feminine side with a lot of class.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with a volumizing mousse
• Blow dry throughout the hair
• Create waves with a curling or flat iron.
• Split up the curls and use a sea salt spray to mess it up

Suitable For

Heart and round-shaped faces.

13. Half In Half Bob

Do you like pixie cuts? Do you like bobs? Don’t know which one to choose? You don’t need to! Who says you have to pick only one? You can have the best of both worlds and get a half in half – a pixie on one side and bob on the other. This is one of the best short asymmetrical bob haircuts that looks both edgy and elegant.

How To Style

• Prep your hair with an anti-frizz serum or cream.
• Straighten the hair to achieve the look in the image.
• Finish with a holding spray.

Suitable For

Oval-shaped faces.

14. Side-Shaved Bob

This one is for those edgy women out there who want to experiment with something new and get in touch with their wild side. Shaved sides have been taking Instagram by storm, and everyone can see why. They’re the beginning of a new era of hair fashion.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with an anti-frizz serum
• Blow dry and straighten hair to get soft straight hair as shown in the picture

Suitable For

Oval-shaped and heart-shaped faces.

15. Bob With Wavy Balayage

There’s something really prim about the way a balayage looks. Combine that with an asymmetrical bob, and it screams elegance and chic. This is an excellent option for women who work in a professional environment and have to maintain a certain decorum.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with an anti-frizz serum.
• Blow dry hair starting front to back.
• Using a curling iron with medium-thickness tongs, create loose curls at the ends of your hair.
• Spray with a light holding spray.

Suitable For

All face shapes and hair textures.

16. Mermaid Angled Bob

Blue and green – the colors of a mermaid. Enchanting, isn’t it? With hair like this, every day is an adventurous fairytale. You can express a lot through colors, and your hair isn’t an exception. So, play around!

How To Style

• Apply your favorite mousse or light gel.
• Blow dry hair on medium/low heat.
• With the help of a curling iron, create random waves.
• Finish with a holding spray to set the curls.

Suitable For

All face shapes.

17. Long Asymmetrical Waves

If you’re looking for something avant-garde while keeping those long tresses, then I highly recommend this one. One side touches the shoulder while the other side falls much below the shoulders. Combine this with soft curls, and it looks absolutely beautiful.

How To Style

• Prep your hair with a light mousse or light gel.
• Use a large barrel curling iron to create gorgeous curls away from the face as shown in the picture.
• Run your fingers through your hair lightly and lightly spray into place.

Suitable For

Heart-shaped faces

18. Shaggy Purple Bob

Experiment with colors! If you ever feel low, all you need to do is look in the mirror, and the colors will definitely brighten you up. Ask your stylist for a shaggy asymmetrical bob and combine it with a pop of color. With bright colors in your hair, you can be sure to make heads turn.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with a light to firm holding gel.
• Blow dry your hair straight down. Don’t blow your hair up, not even once. This can help you avoid the use of a flat iron on most hair types.

Suitable For

Round or heart-shaped faces. This cut makes the face appear slimmer.

19. Wedged Bob With An Elongated Side

This asymmetrical hairstyle is what they call business in the back and party in the front. The back of the hair is a simple layered bob. However, the side of this hairstyle is what brings it all together. The side is significantly longer than the rest of the hair, giving this cut a very runway appeal. If you are brave enough, go for it!

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with a volumizing mousse
• Blow dry hair on medium speed for max volume.
• With a large barrel curling iron, curl the lengthy side away from your face
• Finish with a holding spray

Suitable For

Heart, rectangular, and round-shaped faces.

20. Bob With Bangs And An Extended Front

This could be a simple bob with blunt bangs, but with a few exceptions – the extended length at the front and the color. The length at the front helps to frame your face. The addition of a pastel color makes it edgier. This dance party hair can be easily achieved, with a clip-in hair piece.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with an anti-frizz serum or a light mousse.
• Blow dry throughout.
• Blow dry the lengths of the hair in different directions
• Lightly flatiron all the hair except for the exaggerated front piece.
• Finish with a light texture paste.

Suitable For

Round-shaped faces.

21. Asymmetrical Bob With An Undercut

Undercuts are all the rage right now. Combine that with a bob hairstye, and you end up with something really damn cool. In case you work in a professional environment, you can have your hair a bit longer so that you can’t see the undercut unless you tie your hair up.

How To Style

• Prep hair with an anti-frizz serum on the ends and a light mousse on the roots.
• Blow dry throughout.
• Use a sea salt spray to mess it up slightly.
• Make sure to visit your stylist regularly so that you maintain your undercut design.

Suitable For

All face shapes.

22. Uneven Platinum Curls With Side Bangs

This asymmetrical hairstyle is bold, yet elegant. You can sport this look at all times, and is easier to style than it looks, which is a massive plus point.

How To Style

• Prep damp hair with a high volumizing mousse. Volume is the key to this hairstyle
• Use an anti-frizz serum and blow-dry your hair
• Tease your hair before you curl. Ensuring max lift and less frizz.
• With the help of a large barrel curling iron, create luscious curls
• Finish with a holding spray to keep the curls in place

Suitable For

All face shapes

23. Medium-Length Asymmetrical Bob

The chic allure of this dynamic hairstyle effortlessly complements your features and adds an air of playfulness to your look. The shorter back adds a touch of boldness, while the longer uneven front frames your face with modern elegance.

How To Style

• Prep your hair with a volumizing mousse to add texture and blow dry.
• Use a flat iron for a polished finish on the longer strands.
• Create loose waves on the shorter side with a curling wand.
• Apply a texturizing spray and tuck one side behind the ear.
• Finish with a light-hold hairspray for all-day hold and movement.

Suitable For

Oval, heart, square, and diamond-shaped faces

If you already have a bob cut and would like to spice up your look, consider adding some color to your locks. There are some very cool ways to add color to your bob to make a statement. Keep reading to know more!

LIST TWO

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Bandana Vibes

It’s no secret we’ve been fawning over bandana hairstyles recently—but when you add a wavy asymmetrical bob into the equation, you truly can’t go wrong. A sea salt spray will help to get you this beachy texture.

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Straight and Sleek

If you love super-sleek vibes, make a statement with something slick-straight and asymmetrical (with extra-fancy edges, if you’re up for it).

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Blunt and Textured

With blunt ends and extra texture, this wavy asymmetrical bob will definitely get all the compliments and Instagram likes. Use a volumizing spray at the roots to lift fine, limp strands.

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Super Sleek

We love A-line, graduated bobs, and this one is made even chicer with a sleek middle part and edgy asymmetry. It’s especially great for those with thin or thinning hair.

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Chic Curls

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Let your curls do the talking by giving them room to breathe. With short, asymmetrical layers, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how easy your hair is to style (and how bouncy your curls suddenly are). But don’t forget to invest in a curl cream, either.

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Bring the Drama

First of all, this pearly blonde hue is everything. On top of that, the dramatic off-center part and asymmetry make for a totally dramatic and cool final product.

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Lightweight and Tousled

For something low-maintenance and fresh, super short layers you can tousle and flip from side to side are totally on point. (We’d be touching and tousling our locks all day if they looked like this, too.)

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A Little Extra Length

Go for the bold with daring, noticeable asymmetry, like this bob with some extra length framing the right side of the face. The smudged roots make a strong case for skipping that next trip to your colorist.

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Retro Waves

Play up the drama with long pieces in front you can style any which way—these retro side bangs are a perfect example. This is a versatile ‘do since bangs aren’t actually cut; instead, they’re created by taking hair from the crown and sweeping it forward.

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Butterfly Locs

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Asymmetrical bobs work for every hair texture and braid preference. This side-parted style complete with butterfly locs is totally on point.

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Super Subtle Asymmetry

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As much as we love the bold beauty risk-takers on this list, there’s something super chic about the subtle asymmetry of this cut. (This is the perfect “starter” asymmetrical bob, if you’re feeling nervous about making the chop.) Not to mention, the gray color is gorgeous.

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Statement Side

Feeling daring? Go for a super-short style with an A-line, graduated cut on one side only—and see how cool you’ll feel (and look) without even trying. If you don’t have naturally straight hair, a flat iron will help you to achieve a sleek finish.

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Asymmetrical Bangs

While bangs aren’t typically known as “low-maintenance,” depending on your hair texture, this asymmetrical fringe could be a simple pick-me-up for your average bob.

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All the Volume

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With a side part and extra (and we mean extra) volume on one side only, this graduated, asymmetrical bob is a total showstopper.

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Soft & Blunt

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While the bob might be asymmetrical and “uneven,” technically, you can keep things ultra-clean and satisfying with the softest, bluntest ends ever.

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Shaggy Chicness

It’s no secret we love a good shag cut—and this asymmetrical version (complete with a blue ombré hue) is beyond dreamy.

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Asymmetrical Curls

With an asymmetrical cut that shows off your curls, you can let your gorgeous natural texture take center stage.

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Natural Roots

To be honest, it doesn’t get much cooler than this: With natural roots and an A-line cut, this asymmetrical bob is definitely It-girl approved.

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Tousled Waves

Hard truth: Chopping long hair off is usually the best thing you can do to make your waves more lightweight and bouncy. We’re loving the touchable, tousled final look here.

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Oh So Sleek

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If you’re into the ultra-straight look—whether it’s thanks to keratin or your favorite hair straightener—go for a super-sleek asymmetrical bob you’ll never get sick of.

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Beachy Highlights & Waves

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Complement an asymmetrical bob with beachy highlights and waves that make it look like you just got back from surfing for hours in Malibu.

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Red Alert

If you’re making the cut, why not make a color switch too? We love this deep, saturated red combined with a dramatic asymmetrical cut.

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Flipping Out

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Up the ante with dramatic asymmetry combined with rainbow hues—we love the easy, flippable, and touchable layers on this bob. (And don’t even get us started on the unicorn vibes.)

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Soft & Subtle

You can’t go wrong with something soft and subtle. The barely noticeable asymmetry combined with touchable layers here is giving us major hair envy.

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Sweet Side Bangs

With sweet side bangs, blown-out volume, and a slightly uneven length on either side, this asymmetrical bob is giving us all the retro vibes in all the best ways.

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Bob Braids

This braided asymmetrical bob—complete with chic gold beads—is throwing us back to the ’90s, and we’re obsessed.

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Shaggy Curls

With strategically cut layers and asymmetry, you’ll get the most out of your natural, curly texture—think a bouncy, lightweight, and effortless style you’ll love to show off.