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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
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
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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.
