The ‘Pageboy Bob’ Is Trending for Girls Who Like Soft Layers

The prerequisite haircut for summer has always been the bob. But this year, we’re going shorter and more playful with the pageboy bob.

A ‘60s hairstyle made famous by the likes of Princess Diana and The Beatles, “the traditional pageboy bob featured a rounded, ear-to-shoulder length with inward-curled blunt ends and a heavy fringe,” says Elliot Bute, a stylist at London-based salon Hershesons.

Fun fact: It got its name from a hairstyle worn by English pageboys in the medieval era. But don’t worry, things have changed a lot since then. Today’s pageboy bob is all about soft layers and a modern, low-maintenance style that’s a whole lot more wearable and less Lord Farquaad from Shrek.

Importantly, it also allows you to feel a cool breeze on the nape of your neck. Whether you’re commuting to work or picnicking in the park, that’s a major benefit on a hot summer day.

And with so much going for the pageboy bob, it’s no wonder that a host of celebrities—from Taylor Hill and Zoey Deutch to Sabrina Elba and Nicole Kidman—are co-signing the cut for summer 2025.

What is the modern pageboy bob?

You can lean into different iterations of the pageboy bob depending on just how short you want to go and whether you want bangs or not. The modern version still takes elements from the traditional pageboy bob, including its distinctly rounded shape, but, notes Elliot, “it adds varied lengths, and textured finishes, transforming the once rigid style into something more versatile.”

To put a contemporary twist on the pageboy bob, Elliot recommends adding subtle layers to introduce movement and texture. “Play with different lengths—from chin-length to shoulder-length—and experiment with bangs, choosing a wavy or side-swept version instead of a traditional blunt fringe,” he says.