30 Edgy Messy Bob Hairstyles

The humble bob has been proven to endure the test of time and will forever be a favorite whatever age a woman is. It is cute, it is classy, and it is chic, but best of all, it is low-maintenance. It is also very flexible. However, here we are going to show you 30 of the best messy bob hairstyles. Scroll on over and get inspired!

This hairstyle doesn’t require much time to put together because the hair color itself is already something to talk about. A quick run through with a curling rod here and there, and a drop of product, and you a ready to go!

This is a combination of an A-line bob cut and a messy hairdo. It looks edgy and oh-so-stylish. This hairstyle will suit most face shapes since the front layer is longer and will frame the face nicely.

The shaggy hair was quite popular in the 90s and it wasn’t really the most flattering. However, it has since gotten itself a nice update and is currently back on trend. This shaggy bob style with a messy do is flattering for all ages and quite easy to maintain.

Bangs have always been a sign of femininity, but not all women feel like having bangs suit them. There are actually many different styles of bangs that can suit different personalities and face shapes. This cute style features choppy bangs and a messy bob, a nice combination of femininity and spunk.

This hairstyle might take a little bit more effort than the usual “scrunch-and-bunch” method. However, if you are sporting a short bob, you will be done with styling in no time! Remember to curl your hair in different directions to make it look more natural and messier, and finish off with a light spritz of hairspray to hold it in place.

One of the challenges of fine hair is that it is usually harder to style than thicker hair. Enter the layers. Having a short or mid-length bob with layers will not only make your hair look fuller, but the layers will also suit really well with the messy hairstyle.

Caramel highlights have always been flattering, especially for women with warmer skin tones. Combining a caramel-highlighted bob with a messy hairstyle will have you looking extra hot in no time!

A lot of our curly sisters shy away from the bob, afraid that the short style might spring their curls loose. And that is exactly what we want – loose happy curls everywhere, making this hairstyle quirky and fun, just like the model right here!

And while we are on the subject of curls, why not take it a step further and get a pixie bob? It is cute and funky and can be styled in so many ways, contrary to what most people think. Appreciate this half-messy, half-pinned pixie bob hairstyle with a slight undercut. Isn’t it gorgeous?

Long bangs and a messy bob is the kind of hairstyle that just screams “summer” in all its glory. The messiness of the hairstyle doesn’t deter from the fact that it is quite girly. In this photo, it also provides a wonderful contrast to the lace dress.

Grey hair has been all the rage last year, and if you love your grey hair but do not know what to do with it, why not up the ante by cutting it short? This beautifully textured grey bob looks really edgy and styling it is a breeze. Opt for light-weight wax and just feather through the edges and you are done!

If you do not want to go super short, you can always get a medium-length bob and some side swept bangs. This will be particularly flattering to women with smaller or larger foreheads as it balances out the shape of the face.

When they say blondes have way more fun, maybe they really do! Check out this wonderful honey hair with blonde highlights. It didn’t need a lot of styling. In fact, you can just roll out of bed with it and still look gorgeous.

Some women 40 and over like to keep their styles simple and they feel shy about experimenting with their hair because of their age. This is just plain wrong, because women of all ages should feel free to style their hair whichever way they want! This simple medium-length bob with feathered edges is an even balance of trendy and easy, giving anyone the boost of confidence that they need.