The bob is always in — here are 20 of the best celebrity styles to copy, from Victoria Beckham to Pamela Anderson

Margot Robbie’s cut is the epitome of a modern bob. Skimming her collarbones, the length creates a gorgeous frame for her face. Worn straight, but not overly styled — her shiny locks have a natural bounce that feels fresh, healthy and stylish.

Of course, Lily Collins — star of Emily In Paris — practically owns the French bob. Defined by its chic, chin-length cut, Lily’s bob features a sleek middle parting that tapers into softly textured ends. The result is a style that feels effortless and yet très chic!

Keira Knightley’s latest chop is soft, swishy and elegant. While we love a razor-sharp bob, softer bobs, like this one, are a universally flattering style. Keira’s hairstylist, Luke Hersheson, explained: ‘I wanted to give Keira something fresh yet wearable — a bob that doesn’t fight the hair’s natural movement but enhances it. We kept the layers soft and the ends feathered, giving her hair life and an airy, breezy finish. The idea is elegance without rigidity.’

Though the name might sound unusual, the concept is simple. Think of it as the love child of the pixie and the bob — chic, modern and nonchalantly cool. Carey Mulligan’s cut is the perfect choice if you’re after something stylish yet low-maintenance: short enough to make a statement, but long enough to softly frame the face. One word: gorgeous!

This year alone, Pamela Anderson has undergone countless hair transformations —and we love it! But, the GH favourite? It has to go to the Grace Kelly-inspired bob. Her chin-length locks are styled with full, volumised roots and gathered into soft, starlet curls at the ends for an ultra-glam, old Hollywood look.

Penélope Cruz brings 90s supermodel glam to the 21st century with a high-volume, layered bob. It’s full of bounce, body and glamour; it’s a perfect choice for those with thicker locks that hold shape.

Razor-sharp, precise and sleek — Julianne Moore’s laser-cut bob is a true masterclass in cool-girl chic. Skimming the top of her collarbones, her glossy, pin-straight locks curve gently inwards at the ends, subtly framing her face. What’s not to love?

Looking to play with shape? The easiest trick is to switch up your parting. Cate Blanchett’s side-parted bob proves the point, creating a tousled, lived-in effect that feels effortless and ultra-cool. Soft, loose waves add an extra layer of texture and dimension, contrasting with her sharp, tailored blazer.

A simple trick to elevate short hair? Play with colour. Victoria Beckham makes the perfect case with her ‘blusher bob’ — dark at the roots and gradually lightening through the lengths. Think of it as a grown-up ombré, made subtle and sophisticated: ‘Like a perfectly blended blusher, it’s about diffusing the shade away from the cheek area, in a soft graduation, so the overall effect lifts and brightens,’ explains Charley Henery, artistic director at Toni&Guy Hairdressing Academy.

You can always count on Helen Mirren to bring the glamour. Dubbed the ‘Topspin Bob’ by hair expert and trend forecaster Tom Smith. Helen’s cut is defined by clever shaping, which creates the illusion of thicker locks. Sitting at her cheekbones, it has plenty of room for bounce, while choppy curtain bangs add a modern, edgy twist.

Think bobs are only for straight hair? Think again. Lupita Nyong’o proves that even the tightest coils can rock the cut. Her hairstylist, Vernon François, coined this look ‘The Loc-Bob’, a sharp chin-length style created with small locs. His secret weapon? Olaplex’s Bonding Oil, used to deliver that high-shine, glossy finish.

Halle Berry’s sleek, flippy bob brings a touch of 60s flair to the classic cut. Her roots are slicked down (not a flyaway in sight!), before graduating down into playful, outward flicks. The result? A super-polished, fun style that’s surprisingly easy to recreate. All it takes is your trusty straightener: smooth the hair down, then flick the ends up for that retro twist.

We get it — going for a big chop can be intimidating. The perfect middle ground? The Long Bob (aka The Lob). Andrea McLean shows exactly how it’s done, with her glossy lengths falling just past her collarbones. To top it off, her inky brunette shade delivers the ultimate autumn glam.

Thick, natural curls? Sandra Oh serves up some major curly-girl inspiration with her bob. While pin-straight bobs deliver a sleek look, curly bobs bring gorgeous volume and bounce. Sandra goes for a subtle, asymmetric shape, playing with balance. With the right cut, styling is simple — just work a curl-defining cream through your lengths for glossy, defined curls.

Does anything say chic quite like a good fringe? Kris Jenner channels French-girl glamour with her glossy, chin-length bob, which she pairs with choppy curtain bangs that swoop effortlessly to the side. Longer outer corners frame her face to perfection — ooh la la!

Anita’s super-short bob sweeps sassily over one eye, serving up the ultimate rock-girl chic — courtesy of hairstylist (and Davina McCall’s fiancé) Michael Douglas. As Anita herself puts it: ‘Bob is back. Feel like myself again. I was brought up being told my beauty was in my long dark silky Indian hair. Nonsense. My beauty is in my power, and my short hair makes me feel 🔥🔥🔥🔥’

Natalie Portman’s bob skims elegantly across her shoulders with her straight, ultra-sleek tresses subtly blow-dried inwards to create a soft, rounded effect. Her sharp middle parting creates perfect symmetry for the ultimate, polished bob.

Michelle Yeoh brought the drama with her choppy, chin-length bob, creating the perfect frame for her face. For extra oomph, she paired the choppy cut with equally choppy, blunt bangs. The result? A look that feels ultra-edgy, ideal for anyone wanting something a little more daring.

We’ve talked curls, but wavy-haired ladies — we haven’t forgotten about you. Rachel Riley’s blunt bob paired with beautiful, beachy waves looks effortlessly relaxed and undeniably pretty.

Talk about shine! Mindy Kaling has clearly mastered the secret to super glossy locks. Her shoulder-length bob looks gorgeous, parted to the side for an asymmetric look, then blow-dried to perfection, creating a bouncy, rounded shape.