The ’90s Supermodel Bob Is Back—Here Are 20 Ways to Rock the Look

Big hair and bold attitudes ruled the ’90s, but nothing captured the era’s spirit quite like the supermodel bob.  It’s the cut that you couldn’t escape, and now, it’s coming back with a modern twist.

Just take a look at the newly updated versions of pixies, bobs, and shags dominating runways and celebrity salon appointments alike. As is often the case, the pendulum of haircut trends has swung back into the spotlight, bringing with it a fresh wave of short styles that are just as exciting.

Christy Turlington’s bob, which was characterized by a sleek, sculptural yet soft appearance, remains one of the decade’s most defining looks. And as we’re seeing play out now, especially with summer hair trends bubbling up, it’s the silhouette that is going to dominate this season and beyond.

Ahead, we’ve sourced 20 pictures of A-listers in the ’90s supermodel bob that will inspire you to try out the style for yourself.

Christy Bob

The bob of all bobs has spoken, and it cites this voluminous ‘do from Christy Turlington as the most covetable. It’s soft, playful, and so incredibly chic.

Loose and Free

Hailey Bieber’s fluffy bob manages to both look sophisticated yet fun at the same time—two characteristic needed for the ’90s bob.

A Sunshine Cut

I don’t know if it’s Gigi Hadid’s bright yellow sweater or her adorable haircut that is bringing the sunshine vibes, but I want both. With a center part and flipped-under ends, it has all the attributes of a star.

Old Hollywood

There are few people who can replicate the Old Hollywood aesthetic and do it well. Zendaya proved herself to be one of them when she appeared on the carpet with this glorious tousled bob.

Choppy Ends

Meg Ryan’s enviable choppy haircut is a hybrid between shag and bob. You can credit the shaggy texture for making it suitable for almost all hair types.

Voluminous Bob

In 1999, Halle Berry nailed the art of a bubble bob with volume and flirty energy at the same time.

The Rachel

Speaking of iconic cuts, The Rachel, named after Jennifer Aniston’s character in Friends, remains one of the most asked for styles in salons everywhere. I mean, just look at the material.

Beachy Blonde

Sydney Sweeney’s blonde strands looked straight from the ’90s with her loose waves and deep middle part style.

Curled Goddess

This short curly bob on Danielle Deadwyler looks so classic and nostalgic, it’s the kind of style that tops your mood board.

Short Bob

If you want to make the chop even shorter, go for Leslie Bibb’s take on the style with abbreviated, wavy strands.

Curved Bob

If there’s one person who is a student of the ’90s, it is surely Kaia Gerber. Just take a look at her curved, glossy bob as proof.

Gel Bob

For those who want something with a bit more drama, Rihanna has got you covered. Her take on the style includes curtain bangs and gelled textured hair that is unmistakably ’90s.

Side Cut

At the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, Tyla proved that the style works just as well with a deep side part tucked behind her ear.

Bold Red

Now is the season of color experimentation. Keke Palmer went for glamour and vibrancy with a fiery red side-swept bob.

Loosely Styled

The magic of a ’90s bob lies in ensuring it doesn’t look super precious. Ayo Edebiri sure gets it.

With Bangs

Go for bangs. Emma Stone’s bob has both a cool tiered texture and a well-blended curtain bang that adds depth and movement.

Brushed Back

Lily Collins went for a brushed-back style that looked both edgy and cool with her wet-look strands.

Flipped Out

Don’t flip out, this hairstyle will look just as good on you as it does on Juana Burga. It’s the kind of timeless chic choice that works well on everyone.

Ringlet Bob

Yara Shahidi leaned into her natural texture to make this rounded beauty happen. This starts with a subtle part at the center and the softest baby bang that completes her look.

Inverted Bob

This iteration on Naomi Campbell plays with framing and dimension. With strands cut shorter at the back of her head, it makes her style look fuller and more lively.

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