How to Get an Asymmetrical Bob Haircut

The asymmetrical bob is the "It" hairstyle seen on everyone from Victoria Beckham and Paris Hilton to Rihanna and Natasha Bedingfield. Making waves in recent fashion seasons, the look has been all over the runways and red carpets. An asymmetrical haircut can range in style and length and can be created from a short bob or a long, layered cut. This style is purposely cut so that one side is longer than the other, and large sections are cut at irregular lengths to add an edgy and bold statement. Asymmetrical hair can be a tricky style to pull off, but if you get the right cut for your face and wear it with pride, you'll look like a trendy diva.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Flat iron
• Round brush
• Blow dryer
• Flexible-hold hairspray

1. Give your stylist some direction. While professional stylists will understand the term "asymmetrical bob," there are a million variations to this look. Come prepared with photos of celebrities or hair models that have a cut you like. The photos can serve as a helpful guide for your stylist.

2. Ask your stylist to cut your hair in a graduated bob. While the most common look has the shortest hair at the back, gradually getting longer toward the front, feel free to make your cut unique using different lengths and gradations.

3. Get the choppy look. A professional stylist can create choppy layers using a razor. A razor comb creates more texture and a blunt style, which is iconic of this asymmetrical style. Longer pieces should almost always fall around the face or be nearer to the front, while the back should maintain a more standard and shapely look. Do not try to create this look at home using a pair of scissors. While the choppy layers may look erratic, professional stylists know where the hair should fall to get the best shape for your face.

4. Style your hair. The asymmetrical bob has a very smooth and sleek look. To achieve this look, flat-iron your hair in sections, and gently curve the iron under at the very end to make a sloping curl that angles into the face. Spray lightly with a flexible-hold hairspray.

5. Maintain the look. Wash and style your hair as you normally would. If you have curly or wavy hair, blow-dry your hair using a large round brush and always finish with a flat iron. If you have thin, straight hair, use a volume spray before blow-drying and a light hairspray to keep the hair in place.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have long hair and would like to maintain your length, you can choose an asymmetrical cut that is unique to a long hairdo. Talk to your stylist.