{"id":1448513,"date":"2025-10-08T11:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T08:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1448513"},"modified":"2025-10-08T11:15:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T08:15:00","slug":"15-bob-braid-styles-to-try-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1448513","title":{"rendered":"15 Bob Braid Styles to Try Right Now"},"content":{"rendered":"
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15 Bob Braid Styles to Try Right Now<\/h1>\n

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\nRachel Charlene Lewis\n<\/div>\n
\nRachel is a contributing writer for Byrdie. She currently serves as the senior editor for Bitch Media.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Published on October 08, 2025 07:15AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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@ameliengira\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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When you think about getting braids, the first thing you think about is the length. Almost 100% of the time you’re going to go for long (and we don’t blame you, we love a hip-grazing box braid style). But short, bob-length braids are also on our radar.\n<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re curious about longer bob braids (a braided lob, perhaps?) or super-short, chin-length bob braids, these examples show that the length isn’t going anywhere\u2014and for good reason.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Classic Braided Bob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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\"Amelie\"Amelie<\/div>\n<\/div>
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@ameliengira\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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Belgium-based influencer Amelie Ngira might be *the* braided bob icon. While her hair is longer now, a scroll back through her Instagram feed is worth it for inspiration overload.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Metallic Moment <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@yvettecorinne\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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Sometimes you just need those \u201890s baddie vibes, and adding in some metallic cuffs is just the right amount of throwback flair. If the look isn\u2019t eye-catching enough, just keep adding more accessories.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Subtle Details <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@ghanaianhairstyles\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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Thicker braids with some unique details, like a metallic cuff and a few locs added throughout, makes the look feel more artful. Especially<\/em> when paired with softly swooped baby hair.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Clean and Simple <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@chiziduru\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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An asymmetric lob? Yes, please. This long, classic take on bob braids allows you to highlight delicate collarbones as the braids sweep gently downward, framing the face.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Add Locs <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@hallebailey\/instagram<\/p>\n

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Curious about bob braids, but want to take it to the next level? Try out locs. Perfect for natural hair, especially if you add hair for a full, thick look, a style like this creates a powerful, gorgeous vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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…Or Twists <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@chloebailey\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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Leave it to the Bailey sisters to bring all the short protective style inspiration. Remember: twists are also an option.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Middle Part <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@felecia.monique\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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If the 2010s were the age of the side part, this decade is all about the middle part. Bring your face to the forefront by selecting a center part for your bob braids. And don’t forget to add in some metallic braid cuffs to the ends for some sparkle and shine.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Colorful Bob Braids <\/span><\/h2>\n
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@amandlastenberg\/Instagram<\/p>\n

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The fun is never-ending with this look. Level up your bob braids with some strips of gorgeous color\u2014we love how the pastel blue frames Amandla Stenberg’s face and contrasts their otherwise golden brown braids.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Deep Side Part <\/span><\/h2>\n
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While we love a sharp middle part, there\u2019s something about a deep, deep side part that feels early 2000s in the best way. Paired with on-trend shades like these, side-parted bob braids give off a distinctly trendy vibe.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Short Box Braids <\/span><\/h2>\n
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Sometimes, keeping it simple with a clean set of box braids is the perfect way to go. With clear beads to secure the ends and a statement makeup look, you can’t go wrong.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Touch of Red <\/span><\/h2>\n
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Sure, bob braids can be neat and tidy, but they can also lean much more free-spirited, especially if you choose a color like bright red. Play with your baby hair and form a few curly-qs to really give the look a pop.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Ombr\u00e9 Bob <\/span><\/h2>\n
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Ombr\u00e9 is the ever-evolving hair trend. This box braids look puts a very early 2020s twist on the ombr\u00e9 trend by applying it to short braids, each tied off with a silver cuff.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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You know the way that walking down a hallway in a good pair of heels makes you feel? Or how you feel when you\u2019re typing with fresh nails, listening to the click-clack of your progress? Accessorized braids will make you feel just as seen, and just as powerful.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Golden Braids <\/span><\/h2>\n
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Turn up the heat by adding warm tones to your bob braids. These golden-brown box braids woven with the darker hair provide a casual, easy-going look that\u2019ll be easy to replicate.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Platinum Blonde <\/span><\/h2>\n
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Amandla’s braided bobs are so iconic that we had to feature them again. This time, their platinum braided bob is offset by a sparkly blue smoky eye and a neutral lip\u2014a classic cool-girl combo.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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