1Sofia Richie’s Iconic Bobportrait of a person with sunglasses in a sunny outdoor settingIG @sofiarichiegrainge

Sofia Richie took the word influential to a new level with her summer chop—she single-handedly sparked a bob renaissance that shows no signs of slowing down.

2Bella Hadid Goes Blondeopening ceremony and "partir un jour" (leave one day) red carpet the 78th annual cannes film festivalLionel Hahn//Getty Images

Bella Hadid’s blonde era began at the Cannes Film Festival, and she’s been gradually going lighter every few months since. I’ve been loving her sun-kissed evolution.

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

3Pamela Anderson’s Shaggy Cutmugler: photocall paris fashion week womenswear spring/summer 2026Marc Piasecki//Getty Images

Pamela Anderson attended Paris Fashion Week and dyed and cut her trademark tresses to mark the occasion. Bye-bye blonde flippy bob, hello textured ginger shag!

4Tyla’s Bobmtv video music awards 2025 arrivalsGilbert Flores//Getty Images

Tyla’s been sporting a blunt bob for the last few months, with braids placed right along her side part. It’s hands-down my favorite hair look of hers from the last year, and maybe ever.

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

5Sabrina Carpenter’s Mid-Length Haircutdior homme: outside arrivals paris fashion week menswear spring/summer 2026Stephane Cardinale – Corbis//Getty Images

Don’t get me wrong, I love Sabrina’s voluminous curls and layers, but I was absolutely obsessed with this sleek cut she debuted in Paris, complete with a deep side part.

6Rosalía’s Halo Hairthe tonight show starring jimmy fallon season 13NBC//Getty Images

Rosalía’s angelic hairstyle features a golden blonde halo at the crown of her head that transformed an unexpected color choice into a cultural beauty moment. It looks especially heavenly atop her long waves.

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

7Ariana Grande Goes Brunette 83rd annual golden globe awards arrivalsKevin Mazur//Getty Images

After years of sporting blonde, Ariana Grande has officially de-Glinda’d herself and returned to her brunette roots. Plus with a voluminous ponytail? We’re so back.

8Hailey Bieber’s Lob2026 wwd style awards arrivalsGilbert Flores//Getty Images

Mrs. Bieber chopped her hair into a lob, and in true Hailey fashion, the style went completely viral. If I ever decide to cut my hair, don’t be surprised when it’s inspired by this exact length.

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

9Jennifer Lawrence’s Bangs"die my love" red carpet 73rd san sebastian international film festivalJB Lacroix//Getty Images

Jennifer Lawrence’s bangs are intentionally uneven and feather-light, giving the fringe a lived-in, effortless feel that looks cool rather than overly styled.

10Zoë Kravitz’s Major Cut5th annual academy museum gala arrivalsAmy Sussman//Getty Images

Zoë Kravitz’s micro bob paired with equally micro side bangs delivers an cut that feels edgy and impossibly cool—something very few pull off.

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

11Kim Kardashian’s Pixiemaison margiela: front row paris fashion week womenswear spring/summer 2026Peter White//Getty Images

Kim Kardashian went full Kris Jenner a few months back with this glazed pixie cut.

12Lola Tung’s Raven Black Hairlola tung black hairTheStewartofNY//Getty Images

Long gone is Lola Tung’s chestnut brunette tone, and instead, she’s channelling a vampier vibe for the New Year!

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

13Keke Palmer’s Pixieperson taking a selfie outdoors with distinct clothing and accessories@keke

Keke was rocking long auburn hair for months, then she went for a major cut into a pixie, and it just suits her so well. She can pull any hair look off, but this one is especially iconic.

14Sydney Sweeney’s Bobvariety & golden globes pre golden globes party, presented by morgan stanley arrivalsJC Olivera//Getty Images

Sydney Sweeney chopped off at least six inches of her signature waves, debuting a soft, wavy bob that feels fresh and effortless.

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

15Emma Chamberlain’s Bleached Pixiethe 2025 met gala celebrating "superfine: tailoring black style" arrivalsDia Dipasupil//Getty Images

Emma Chamberlain cut her hair into a textured pixie and bleached it for the Met Gala, and is still rocking the cut months later, and it’s grown on me immensely.

Headshot of Jasmine Hyman

Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals. 

Headshot of Lia Mappoura

Watch Next 

loading video...two women with long hair one wearing a black dress and the other wearing a gray blazer

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below

Advertisement – Continue Reading Below