Bob Hairstyles

Bob hairstyles are in no danger of going out of style. Many celebrities are continuing to cut off their long locks for chin-grazing bobs and the longer "demi-bobs" or long bobs. In this gallery, I feature the 20 hottest bobs of 2012. But first, a bit of history on the bob.

According to NYC salon owner Eva Scrivo in her book, "Eva Scrivo on Beauty," the bob originated during World War I as women joined the workforce and no longer had time for pin curls and straightening irons. "Cropped hair became of badge of freedom, rebellion, and independence for working women who had also just gained the right to vote," Scrivo writes.

So who can wear the bob? Anyone with a nice jawline and neck will look good in a bob. If you have a round face, a long bob is a better option for you (see below). As for hair texture, bobs work best on thin to medium hair. If you have curly hair, a bob will turn into a triangle on you, unless you get layers cut in and the ends texturized and if you have fine hair, ask your stylist for a "graduated bob," which are stacked layers that give hair needed body and height at the crown.

Get the scoop on the hottest short hairstyles for 2011.

More essential reading:

• More celebrity hairstyles
  
• Best hairstyles by face shape
  
• How to tell if you would look good with short hair
  
• How to get a haircut you won't hate
  
• Is your hairstyle aging you?

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