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A guide to the modern, layered shag bob with a tousled finish, colored with a rich, decadent, and dimensional "Italian Chocolate Brown."
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The Modern Layered Shag Bob in Italian Chocolate Brown
A rich and decadent take on texture. The modern shag bob, with all its layers and movement, is made to look incredibly rich and healthy with an "Italian Chocolate Brown."
Ocassion
Formal, Wedding, Bridal, Polished
Best suit face shape
All
Best for hair type
1a-4c
Difficulty Level
Easy
Minimum hair length
Shoulder
DIY Time at home
10 mins
Time in Salon
1-2 hours
this style is for
Dislacimer
The person who loves a textured haircut but wants their hair to look healthy, rich, and dimensional, not dry or overly messy.
Hairstyle Insight
"Italian Chocolate Brown" implies a very rich, dimensional brown, often achieved by adding subtle, slightly warmer or lighter lowlights to a dark brown base, like fine chocolate shavings.
Key Benefits
A modern and textured haircut.
The color is rich, decadent, and dimensional.
Makes hair look healthy and full.
A sophisticated take on a shag.
Showcases the movement of the layers.
Common Misconceptions
That all shag bobs are the same.
How to ask your stylist for this style
Ask for a "modern shag bob." For color, request an "'Italian Chocolate Brown'—a 'rich, dark brown base with very subtle, slightly warmer lowlights for dimension.'"
Tools:
Choosing Products
A strong-hold pomade or gel with natural waxes; a fine-toothed comb; bobby pins.
Step by step instructions to achieve style at home
Style by enhancing your natural texture.
Scrunch a wave cream into damp hair and let it air-dry.
Use your fingers to fluff the roots for volume.
Caring for your hair
A low-maintenance daily style, but the cut needs trims every 8 weeks.
The dimensional color grows out gracefully but a gloss can refresh the tones every 2-3 months.
Frequently asked questions
Dislacimer
Dislacimer
What makes a brown "Italian Chocolate"?
It refers to the rich, multi-tonal, and luxurious look of high-quality Italian dark chocolate, which is never a flat color but has subtle variations and a rich shine.
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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.
