For the last couple of years, bob hairstyles have been big news in the hair world. From chin-skimming crops to shoulder-length lobs, everyone’s favourite 90s hairstyle is back and better than ever. But in 2022 there’s a new way to wear the trend and it’s called the power bob.

Blunt, sleek and seriously sharp – the power bob is the chicest way to elevate your everyday short hairstyle. It fakes fullness to even the finest of locks and pulls your look together to give off an authoritative vibe. Even if you’re working from home and wearing joggers – rock a power bob on Zoom and no one will ever guess.

“The power bob is sleek, strong and sexy,” says Patrick Wilson, creative artist for ghd hair. “It’s the kind of haircut that makes everyone think you are ‘that’ girl. There’s nothing better than a razor sharp cut, it’s so satisfying.”

“Make sure you have the haircut tailored to your texture,” suggests Wilson. “If your hair is super thick, it’s probably best that you go just below the jawline and ask your stylist to remove some of the weight from the haircut. An undercut can also work, as this will allow the baseline to sit into the neck, helping you avoid any triangular shapes. If your hair is normal-to-fine in density, you can probably afford to go a bit shorter with it. Keep it blunt and strong; it will give you the appearance of thicker hair.”

So if you’re wanting to switch up your look and are searching for hair inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Keep scrolling for 24 ways to wear the power bob trend.

Power bob inspiration: 24 ways to wear the hottest short hair trend