Bob Cut (Short Wigs)

A bob is the lowest-maintenance wig there is. Less hair means less to tangle, less to dry, less to brush and less lace to tear. If you want something you can wash on Sunday and wear all week without thinking about it, start here.

The lengths and what they do

A 10 inch bob sits at the jaw — sharp, French, and the most striking of the three. 12 inches falls at the collarbone, which is the most flattering length on most face shapes. 14 inches is a long bob that still swings but gives you something to tuck behind an ear. All three are cut blunt by default; ask a stylist for layers if you want movement.

Why short wigs last longer

Most wigs die at the nape, where friction from collars and pillows matts the ends. A bob barely reaches the collar, so that friction never starts. Short units also carry far less weight on the cap, which means less pull on the lace and on your hairline. In practice a bob will outlast a 30 inch unit worn the same way.

How ours are built

100% Remy human hair with aligned cuticles. HD Swiss lace, pre-plucked hairline, bleached knots, so a blunt bob with a sharp parting still reads as scalp. Adjustable glueless cap with straps and combs — no adhesive. 150% to 180% density, which is where a bob looks full without looking like a helmet.

Straight or wavy

A straight bob is the classic: sleek, blunt, high-shine. A wavy bob softens the jawline and is far more forgiving if the cut sits slightly off. Curly bobs give maximum volume for the least length and are the easiest to wear without styling. See straight wigs or curly wigs for the same textures at longer lengths.

Keeping the line sharp

The blunt edge is what makes a bob look expensive, so protect the ends. Wash every seven to ten wears, air dry on a stand, and avoid flat ironing the last inch repeatedly — that is what frays a blunt line into a wispy one. A light serum on the ends and a satin pillowcase will keep the shape for months.

Other short options

For pixie cuts and cropped styles, see short wigs. If you want to switch between short and long, a bob plus a 22 inch unit from long wigs covers most of the year.