Your 40s are the perfect time to say goodbye to long hair and wear a chic, stylish, and trendy short cut. And what better choice than a bob? Find your next look in this list of short bobs for women over 40.
1. Shaggy Short Bob
If you’re dreaming of a short cut that’s stylish yet effortlessly messy—like you didn’t try too hard but still look fabulous—a shaggy short bob is always a great choice.
2. Textured Short Bob
Have thick, wavy hair and worried a short bob might not suit your hair type? Think again—it’s actually the best choice to give you the texture of your dreams!
3. Blunt Short Bob
Elegant, classy, and on-trend, a short blunt bob is a hairstyle every woman in her 40s should try at least once!
4. Short Bob With Micro Bangs
Ready to spice things up with something bold, unique, and edgy? Micro bangs are the cool addition to your short bob for that effect!
5. Short Layered Bob
Keep it short and add layers for a modern bob that delivers volume, movement, and timeless elegance.
6. Soft Bixie
Looking for a hairstyle that’s a mix of a short bob and a pixie—soft, sophisticated, and fashionable? The soft bixie is as good as it gets!
7. Short Graduated Bob
A graduated bob will give your hair volume like never before and might just make you want to keep it short forever!
8. Short Curly Bob
What’s the best, most practical way to wear your curls in your 40s? If you’ve had them long your whole life and it’s starting to feel tiresome, why not switch to a short curly bob? It’s a low-maintenance, pretty haircut you’ll love!
9. A-Line Short Bob
Go short with a twist—keep the front slightly longer! With this A-line bob, every day will feel like a good hair day.
10. Short Bob With Undercut
Keep things fun and stylish with a short bob paired with an undercut—the ultimate cool-girl addition!