It’s the summer of the short cut, and the classiest of looks has entered the chat. A go-to look for everyone form Zendaya to Dixie D’Amelio, the old money bob takes this standard short haircut into elegance and glamour. But what’s the secret to nailing this look?
Featured Experts
- Danielle Priano is a celebrity hairstylist
- Asil Simsek is a celebrity hairstylist and TRUSS ambassador
- Dimitris Giannetos is a celebrity hairstylist and Moroccanoil global ambassador
What is the Old Money Bob?
Like a lot of trendy bobs and lobs this summer, the old money bob isn’t exactly new. “The old money bob is a classic and polished hairstyle known for its sleek, chin-length cut,” explains celebrity hairstylist and TRUSS ambassador, Asil Simsek. “It’s elegant and timeless, perfect for a sophisticated look that works well in both formal and professional settings.”
The revival of the look comes naturally with our turn to all things quiet luxury. It’s a look that translates from the Challengers-elegant tennis-core to more old Hollywood styles. And it’s getting a tousled, modern update.
The Secret to the Style
“[The old money bob] is a bob cut straight below the chin line styled with volume and bounce,” explains celebrity hairstylist, Danielle Priano. “If your stylist doesn’t know this trend by name, simply ask for a bob with a volumizing blowout.”
If that sounds easy, it’s because it is. This look’s strength is how glamorous it looks with very little effort. With the right products, an old money bob is as easy as tousling your hair after a blowout.
“An old money bob consists of a regular bob but with added volume and body to maximize its appearance,” explains Moroccanoil global ambasador and celebrity hairstylist, Dimitris Giannetos. “[Hair is] blow dried and then turned under at the tips, allowing it to look bouncy and fresh. A perfect example of this style is this recent look I did on Dixie D’Amelio.”
How to Get the Old Money Bob
“I achieve this look using the TRUSS Professional Net Mask to nourish and smooth the hair, followed by the TRUSS Professional Amino Miracle for added shine and protection,” Simsek explains. “Finish with the TRUSS Professional Hair Protector to maintain the sleek look.”
You can also add touchable volume with the right texture spray. “I love finishing this hairstyle with the SexyHair BIG Volume Flex Texture Spray to make the hair big and fluffy,” says Priano. If you need more volume, consider a lightweight volumizing mist. “My favorite product is the Moroccanoil Volumizing Mist, which is perfect for holding volume no matter what your hair type is,” says Giannetos.
Products to Achieve the Look
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Sexy Hair Big Sexy Hair Volume Flex Texture Spray ($23)
This lightweight and buildable formula delivers high hold without weighing hair down. The textured volume can be reactivated by touch throughout the day.
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TRUSS Hair Protector ($37)
One part heat protectant and one part hair repair, this formula’s mix of keratin and amino acids to rebuild the cuticle doubles as a smoothing blow out cream.
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Moroccanoil Volumizing Mist ($30)
Get 50 percent more volume for up to 72 hours with this dead sea salt-powered volumizing mist. The formula’s rice amino acids help keep hair manageable while argan oil keeps hair nourished.
