The Very Best Bobs To Get Based On Your Horoscope

Elle

4 days ago

There's no denying the skyrocketing popularity of the the bob - from shaggy to blunt chops - but if you're unsure on which style to get, perhaps it's time to try finding the best bob based on your horoscope.
Any hairstylist worth their salt will agree that the best bob haircut for you is the one that suits your everyday lifestyle and personality the most.
Considering just how prescient horoscopes can often be, it does make perfect sense to look at your star sign for some guidance. Are you a water sign who appreciates stability (perhaps a chic French bob)? Or are you a fearless fixed sign who's unafraid to experiment with a dramatic Hollywood bob? For the chameleonic mutable sign (looking at you, Saggitarians), perhaps the versatility and ease of a lob would best complement your free-spirited vibe.
Of course, your chosen haircut should ultimately be the one you love the most (no matter what your birth chart says), but given the endless array of choices available, looking at your horoscope can be a fun way to navigate the trend this summer.
Aquarians are known for being trendsetters and trailblazers (famous Aquarians include Harry Styles, Megan Thee Stallion, Oprah Winfrey and Jennifer Aniston, if you need any proof), and what better way to embrace your rebellious side than with an ultra-cool shaggy bob.
Considering how social Aquarius signs can be, the shaggy bob is exactly the conversation starter you need (and you'll no doubt enjoy the compliments it brings).
As one of the most romantic star signs (just ask fellow Piscians Anais Nin and Olivia Rodrigo), it's only natural for the Pisces to gravitate towards a tousled, woke-up-like-this French bob.
Piscians are known to be charming, dreamy, and imaginative, which is exactly what the versatile French Bob is. Its slightly longer layers make for a great canvas for accessories and can easily be tied into a half-updo or a petite chignon or ponytail. Tres jolie!
Aries are revered for their self-assured, highly competitive nature so what better way to embrace that ambitious side of you with a pristine, precisely-cut blunt bob?
Naturally, the straight-edge silhouette of a blunt bob is high maintenance, but no one fulfils that demand for perfection better than the no-nonsense Aries. That said, Aries signs do have a tendency to act on a whim, so make sure to have a thorough consultation with your hairstylist before committing to this chop.
If you love all things cosy and comfortable, you're likely to be a textbook Taurus. This star sign enjoys the lovelier things in life and appreciate having a sense of stability, which means something perennially chic and classic like a bob with bangs will suit perfectly.
Follow in the footsteps of follow Taureans such as Audrey Hepburn and Lizzo by pairing a short bob with a matching eyebrow-grazing fringe.
Yes, the micro bob is dramatic and not for the faint of heart, but if anyone can pull it off, it's the Gemini. There's a playfulness to Gemini and a natural sense of curiosity, which makes the whimsical micro-bob so alluring for the star sign.
Given that Geminis are generally easily adaptable, there's no doubt that you'll find a myriad of ways to style this statement-making cut - whether it's through accessories or a punchy colour. It'll make you the trendsetter of your friendship circle too, which is excellent, given how Geminis are known for being comfortable in social groups.
Cancers are beloved for their gentle, intuitive and sensitive side (think famous cancers such as Lana Del Rey, Princess Diana and Emily Ratajkowski), which makes the wavy bob the ideal haircut. It's fluffy, soft and fairly easy-going; all the personality traits found in classic Cancer sign.
There's a welcoming warmth to Cancers which drives many into their orbit, not unlike the endlessly flattering wavy bob, which is a low-maintenance way to embrace a shorter haircut.
Leo signs are partial to showstopping glam (looking at you, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna!) and are often the beauty icons in their social circle, so why not go big with a breathtaking Hollywood bob?
The party-ready, voluminous bob is perfect for Leo's big personality and helps to boost the confidence of more introverted Leos. This star sign is also fearless and inventive(just like fellow Leo, Coco Chanel), which makes them the perfect candidate for a red-carpet-ready haircut.
It's easy to recommend a razor-sharp bob to the Virgo (they're so organised, they're unlikely to miss a salon appointment), but given just how Type A they can be in their everyday life, it makes complete sense to have a more low-maintenance cut so they can focus their energy elsewhere.
The layered bob or a '90s bob, with its soft layers and natural volume, is practical and chic for the Virgo, as it leans into their love for detail while allowing them spend their time crossing off their endless to-do list instead of spending hours on styling.
Lucky Libras, they've really got a keen sense of aesthetic and a penchant for the little details. This means that the perfect little flippy bob (as seen on fellow Libra, Kim Kardashian), is exactly what's written in the stars.
This hairstyle is also a balm for a Libra's indecisive nature; as it's more a styling trick than a specific haircut, they can always opt to style it sans flip, should they change their minds.
Scorpians like Lorde, Willow Smith and Tracee Ellis Ross march to the beat of their own drum when it comes to their style and personality. The clean-cut, polished finish of the Italian bob serves as the ideal canvas for their sparkling personalities to shine. The look won't compete with the Scorpio's penchant for trendsetting fashion choices, but rather, complements it.
If there's anyone who'll trick you into thinking they've gotten a bob, it's likely to be a Sagittarian. As a free-spirited star sign who finds it challenging to commit, a long bob (also known as the lob) or a faux bob will lean into the shorter style without fully taking the plunge.
The versatility of these longer layers also mirrors the Saggitarius' ability to be easily adaptable in most situations.
Capricorns are the epitome of 'quiet luxury'. They often favour something understated and elegant, things that whisper rather than shouts. The grown-up vibe of the graduated bob, which is slightly shorter in the back and longer in the front, is a softer, more modern version of a 'power haircut', which Capricorns will no doubt gravitate towards.
Medina Azaldin is the beauty editor of ELLE and Harper's Bazaar UK, working across print and digital features. She has more than seven years journalism experience and has previously written for Red and Good Hoousekeeping. When she's not demystifying the latest skincare ingredient, sniffing out the next big perfume trend or uncovering the science behind wellness practices, you'll most likely find her in Hatchards Piccadilly or watching a crime series with her cats. Oh, and she's a competitive cheerleader, too.