A guide to the classic stacked bob (graduated bob), a voluminous and angled cut, shown in a rich, warm, and sophisticated Chestnut Brown.

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The Classic Stacked Bob in a Rich Chestnut Brown

The queen of voluminous bobs. The stacked bob is a classic for a reason—its expertly cut layers create a beautiful, rounded shape and effortless volume.

Ocassion

Polished, Professional, Work, Voluminous

Best suit face shape

Oval, Round, Heart

Best for hair type

1a-2c

Difficulty Level

Medium (Styling)

Minimum hair length

Chin

DIY Time at home

20-25 mins

Time in Salon

1.5-2.5 hours

this style is for

Dislacimer

Someone with fine or medium hair who wants to create the illusion of more thickness and volume in the back. It's a classic, polished, and powerful cut.

Hairstyle Insight

A "stacked" bob is also known as a "graduated" bob. The hair is cut at a 45-degree angle in the back, creating "stacked" layers that build weight and volume.

Key Benefits

Creates maximum volume and lift in the back.
The stacked shape is classic and sophisticated.
The chestnut color is rich, warm, and timeless.
Makes fine hair appear much thicker.
A powerful and polished hairstyle.

Common Misconceptions

That it is the same as an A-line bob.

How to ask your stylist for this style

Ask for a "classic stacked bob" or a "graduated bob." For color, ask for a "rich, warm, single-process chestnut brown."

Tools:
Choosing Products

Sulfate-free, color-safe shampoo; a volumizing mousse; a medium round brush.

Step by step instructions to achieve style at home

To style, use a medium round brush to blow-dry, paying special attention to lifting the stacked layers in the back to create that signature rounded volume.

Caring for your hair

A stacked bob requires trims every 6-8 weeks to keep the graduated layers in shape and prevent it from looking bulky.

The color is a low-maintenance single-process.

Frequently asked questions

Dislacimer

What is a stacked bob?

A "stacked" bob, also known as a "graduated" bob, has layers cut at an angle in the back (usually 45 degrees), which creates a "stacked" effect that builds volume and shape.

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Madeleine is an expert hair stylist dedicated to the art and science of hair care. Her work empowers individuals to understand and embrace their hair's true potential, transforming routine care into a ritual of natural beauty.