The Luxe Haircut of Spring – ryan

The Prada bob works best for straight, fine to medium and/or wavy hair in order to get the sleek appearance. According to Ruby, the bob can help “showcase the blunt line and structure with minimal effort.” However, those with curly hair can also get in on the fun with a different variation. “If you have curly or textured hair, you’ll need to be okay with wearing it curly—trying to blow it out every day to match the sleek Prada bob vibe isn’t realistic and won’t hold the shape right,” says Ruby. “That said, a blunt bob on curls can look amazing in its own way—it just becomes a totally different style: bold, defined and super cool. It’s all about embracing the texture and working with the shape, not against it.”

How to Ask for a Prada Bob

The easiest way to achieve this look at the salon is to show your stylist some reference photos, specifically Joey King at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. If they’re not familiar with the term ‘Prada bob,’ Azadganian suggests simply asking for a short blunt cut that swoops inward just above the jawline or lower on the neck depending on your bone structure. He adds, “Also ask for an exaggerated side (or middle part) and a soft rounded edge to the line of the haircut.” From there, your stylist may customize the look based on your hair type and existing length.