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Graduated bob
Stacked layers at the back lift the crown above a close nape.
- Talk to your stylist about
- Ask how much volume the back layers create.
- Living with the look
- The stack softens as the back grows out.
- A helpful reality check
- A preview cannot predict how your hair will fall, feel or grow. Use it to discuss length and shape, alongside your texture and routine.
What defines Graduated bob?
A graduated bob stacks shorter lengths at the back so the outline rises above the nape. The front can still reach the jaw.
What to look for from the front, side and back
Check how much weight sits at jaw height from the front. In profile, follow the diagonal toward the back and locate the fullest part above the nape.
What to confirm with your stylist
Show the angle you want from front to back and how much nape should show. Ask to see how the stacked section falls without a blowout.
Compare Graduated bob with nearby styles
- Blunt bob
The graduated bob builds weight above a closer nape. The blunt bob keeps a more even, clearly defined perimeter.
- Asymmetrical bob
An asymmetrical bob varies length from left to right. A graduated bob changes the outline from the nape toward the front.
Questions about Graduated bob
Does a graduated bob need a steep angle?
The angle can be gentle. Use the side image to show how much lift and how much exposed neckline you want.
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