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10 Celebrity-Approved Old Hollywood Bobs For A Chic And Retro Vibe

10 Celebrity-Approved Old Hollywood Bobs For A Chic And Retro Vibe

Are you ready for the most iconic blast from the past? Old Hollywood bob is the cut for you if you want to make the best out of your looks, while embracing a charming, retro style.

1. Linda Christian

Linda Christian was a famous Mexican and Hollywood actress. She was one of the first ones to popularize this half-flat-half-curly long bob.

2. Elizabeth Taylor

If Elizabeth Taylor could wear (and love) this old Hollywood bob, I can promise you that you’ll go crazy about it as well!

3. Louise Brooks

This mini bob cut was actress Louise Brooks’ trademark back in the 1920s. Are you brave enough to pull off this cut today?

4. Sydney Sweeney

Sydney Sweeney’s lob is the best example of how an old Hollywood bob can be worn in this age with style and elegance.

5. Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga has been a style icon from the very first moment she stepped on the stage. And she says that old Hollywood bobs are back in trend!

6. Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda popularized many things, volumized long bob cut with side part being one of them. Try it for a timeless look!

7. Beyoncé

In October 2024, Beyoncé showed up at Glamour’s Women of the Year Awards and outshined everyone with platinum blonde old Hollywood bob. With that, she announced the biggest hair trend of 2025!

8. Jackie Kennedy

Jackie Kennedy, another style icon, basically invented a flicked up layered long bob cut. This hairdo looks especially good on ladies with thick hair.

9. Greta Garbo

If you want to truly embrace old Hollywood vibe, I strongly suggest you consider Greta Garbo and her unique version of long bob as an inspiration.

10. Scarlett Johannsson

This is the perfect time to remind ourselves that this is not the first time old Hollywood bob is trending in modern history. The best example is Scarlett Johannsson who appeared as a retro diva in the movie “The Black Dahlia” back in 2006.