Fashion People Are Asking for Riviera Bobs in Droves—12 Ideas for Your Next Chop

There’s no doubt about it: When we want to know what’s chic nowadays, we look to the Europeans. Between the effortless sophistication of French-girl style, the breezy silhouettes of the Spaniards, and the romantic cool factor of the Italians, there’s no shortage of style inspiration overseas—especially when it concerns their hair.

Bobs have dominated the trend cycle for years now, with celebrities popularizing the clipped “Prada bob”, the shaggy “boyfriend bob,” and various string-of-words bobs that sound more like Wordle guesses than trend names. But perhaps the most attainable, carefree, and summer-appropriate bob that’s come across our desks is the Riviera bob: first spotted on Halle Berry at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, but likely one you’ve seen all your life thanks to its no-frills, casual vibe.

“The Riviera bob is a relaxed and effortless version of the French or Italian bobs,” celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel. “It’s meant to feel low-maintenance yet polished,” he adds. While we’re primarily seeing this undone style gain popularity on the shorter side, stylists agree that this laid-back look is trending across the board. “Recently, there has been a shift toward styles that embrace a lived-in, natural feel, for both long and short hair,” muses celebrity hairstylist and trend forecaster Dimitris Giannetos. “It’s all about effortless glam!”

While opinions may differ on what truly makes a Riviera bob, here’s how the experts recommend ordering up at the salon: a chop that hangs loosely below your jawline, face-framing layers, and loose, internal layers to free up movement (more on this later). Below, 12 screenshot-worthy inspo pics to show your stylist.

12 Riviera Bob Styles to Try in 2025

1. Tousled Chop

Abergel explains that the Riviera bob is meant to look more lived-in than the sophisticated French and Italian bobs, which are “iconic for being styled sleek and cut bluntly.” The secret is to keep your strands from looking too perfect—like this effortlessly zhuzhed bob, which has subtle movement at the ends and ghost waves threaded throughout.

2. Wavy Lob

A longer version of the Riviera bob, this shoulder-skimming iteration might be a better option for those nervous about doing the big chop. Let your hair air-dry with the help of a texturizing mousse or sea salt spray to enhance your hair’s natural pattern.

3. Subtly Straight

Naturally straight hair? No problem. This tousled, straight bob is the perfect example of how to style a Riviera bob with sleeker strands. Mess your hair up a bit with your fingers and spritz a light-hold hair spray throughout your tresses to give it some hold.