The Bob Isn’t Going Anywhere—6 Ways to Wear It This Autumn, Per Experts

There’s an unmistakable chill in the air, and the evenings are drawing in. Autumn is mere days away. Even as an incredibly summer-pilled person, I can’t resist the allure of warm, cosy nights and the “back-to-school” reset that happens around this time. Whilst I may no longer be studying, there’s something about September that makes me want to shake up my routine, from purchasing unnecessary stationery to re-thinking my beauty rotation.

Yes, with the change of seasons comes the familiar urge to chop off my split ends, and of course, brave a bob. It’s the quintessential short autumn hairstyle—I mean, what looks better with a trench and a chunky knit? And of course, there’s no dearth of inspiration this AW26. “Bobs are definitely back this autumn with a myriad of ways to wear them,” notes TONI&GUY Global Creative Director, Cos Sakkas. “We’ve had structured, smooth and high-shine finishes, and are moving to more lived-in, effortless styles that are easy to achieve if you’re short on time and skill.”