Victoria Beckham's Angled Bob

Q: What kind of face shape do you need to pull off Victoria Beckham's bob? And would you need to use wax or other styling products, or could you just straighten it and go?

A: Victoria Beckham's angled bob is undeniably chic, but it's not universally flattering for every face shape. This haircut works best on certain face shapes and requires some consideration before taking the plunge.

The style that Ms. Beckham made famous would be challenging for women with heavy or pronounced jawlines, particularly those with square or triangular face shapes. The sharp, geometric lines of the bob can emphasize an already strong jaw. Similarly, those with truly round faces might find that this cut doesn't provide the length and angles needed to create a more elongated appearance.

However, most other face shapes can wear this style quite successfully with some thoughtful modifications. Oval faces are suited to almost any bob variation, while heart-shaped faces can benefit from the way the cut adds width at the jawline. Even diamond-shaped faces can work with this style, though the stylist might need to adjust the length or add subtle layers to complement the cheekbones.

Ms. Beckham herself appears to have an inverted triangle or heart-shaped face, characterized by a broader forehead and narrower chin. The clean, angular lines of her bob work beautifully to balance these proportions, adding visual weight to her lower face while the sleek styling accentuates her facial features.

Victoria Beckham with her hair cut in an angled bob — Victoria Beckham - Photo: s_bukley/Shutterstock

When it comes to styling this cut, your success will largely depend on your natural hair type. If you're blessed with naturally straight, fine to medium-density hair, you might be able to achieve the look with just a good blow-dry using a round brush and perhaps a light smoothing cream. The key is creating the sleek, polished finish that's become synonymous with this angled bob.

For those with wavy or slightly textured hair, you'll definitely need to invest in a quality flat iron and a good heat protectant. The goal is to eliminate any texture while maintaining the hair's natural body and movement. A ceramic or titanium flat iron will give you the smoothest results without causing excessive damage.

If your hair is naturally curly, achieving this look will require more effort and products. You'll likely need to start with a blow-dry using a large round brush to smooth the hair as much as possible, followed by a smoothing serum and thorough flat-ironing. In some cases, you might also need a small amount of pomade or styling wax to tame any remaining flyaways and maintain that glossy finish throughout the day.

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See also:

Victoria Beckham hairstyles

How to find out what your face shape is