35 Chin-Length Hair Cuts for Every Hair Type and Face Shape
Chin-length hair cuts are cropping up everywhere and with endless variations. From Gabrielle Union's A-line cut to Cate Blanchett's soft and rounded take, find all the inspiration you need here.
In 2025, A-listers like Gabrielle Union, Ayo Edebiri, Lily Collins, and more are all appearing with closely cropped hair that just grazes the chin. Why the sudden surge? âChin-length haircuts offer fashionable, timeless, [and] structured looks that make a profound statement,â says hairstylist and curl expert David Reid. âThey draw attention to your best features because they rest so closely to the face and on the chin and jawline.â The cut has endless variations, from blunt with bangs, to edgy and asymmetrical, or a sloping inverted shape. Each style can be tailored to highlight your favorite facial features and complement your hair texture.
In considering the cut, be advised that youâll have to factor in a trim every four to six weeks. âBecause chin-length cuts look their best at the chin, they require frequent trims,â Reid explains. âI like to think about a pant hem set just above the ankle when wearing a loafer. After three to five weeks of growth, your hem is past your ankle and gathering on the top of your footânot a good look.â With that being said, you can always devise a plan with your stylist to help your cut grow gracefully into a long bob, or you opt for an even shorter cut next, like a shaggy pixie.
âChin-length haircuts are confident and sophisticatedâthatâs why theyâre trending now,â adds celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos. âThey strike the perfect balance between edgy and classic.â Let the 35 celebrity examples below serve as proof of the cutâs versatility and timelessness.
Dimitris Giannetos is a celebrity hairstylist and colorist whose clients include Megan Fox and Demi Moore.
David Reid is a hairstylist who specializes in curly and coily hair.
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Both our pros agree that an A-line cut is a universally flattering choice. The style is especially easy to customizeâa sideswept fringe enhances bone structure, rounded layers soften features, and longer pieces in the front elongate the face.
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One of the quickest ways to switch up a chin-length cut is by playing with different parts. A deep side part adds drama, says Giannetos, while a center part will give âa modern and polished look.â
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Those with coily hair are in luck with this cut, says Reid. âThis texture holds all shapes with ease once the cut has been established and detailed. Defining the texture is key; methods like braids and twist-outs can be used to reshape and elongate coils if desired.â To style, he recommends air-drying or using a hooded dryer.
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Flipping the ends of your hair outwards with a flat iron is an easy and playful way to experiment with this cut. If you keep the length blunt, youâll also have room to comfortably tuck strands behind one or both ears.Â
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A short haircut doesnât mean you have to let go of bouncy, voluminous blowouts. Here, Cate Blanchettâs cut is given added oomph with the help of a round brush.Â
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On a round face, âblunt perimeters and side parts create length and balance,â says Reid. He recommends asking your hairstylist for layers that are squared to provide contrast and harmony to your face shape.
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âSoft, rounded layers add volume and soften sharp features of the jawline and chin,â says Reid. Relaxed waves also help balance a long face shape.
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Side-parted micro bangs and a jawline-grazing length are refined on Taylor Russell. To achieve a similarly gleaming finish, top hair with a few drops of shine serum once you finish styling.
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According to Reid, a full fringe like this one on Katie Holmes complements oval, oblong, heart, and diamond face shapes. On a diamond-shaped face, âA full fringe or side part with soft face-framing highlights strong cheekbones, while a blunt, textured perimeter and tousled waves create volume.â
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All hail hair icon Rihanna: This asymmetrical chin-length haircut still holds a special spot on our styling mood boards. The graduated length and sideswept fringe make it a cheekbone-enhancing option for all face shapes.
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Reid says a square face shape like Nava Mauâs calls for âsoft, rounded layers on a textured or round perimeter.â For a similar style with lots of body, apply a volumizing mousse before you blow-dry.Â
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Hailey Bieberâs S-shaped waves exude sophistication and are surprisingly easy to achieve. Simply clamp down on the mid-lengths and ends of your hair with a flat iron, then mist with a shine-enhancing hairspray. âFor a quick, effortless, and chic vibe, try tucking one side behind your ear,â says Giannetos.
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Bouncy curls like Kerry Washingtonâs give a chin-length haircut an air of romance. âBig, bloomed curls require moisture, soft hold, and less product layeringâ than coily styles, says Reid. âVolume can be achieved with long or wide-tooth combs used to lift the root while gently diffusing with medium speed and low heat.â
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This cutâs rounded shape and sweeping side part frame high cheekbones and give a nod to the 1930s. Swap a plain bobby pin for a more decorative hair clip to tap into this yearâs trend of glitz and maximalism.
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Keira Knightleyâs off-center part and loose waves emphasize her styleâs effortlessly cool and tousled vibe. Giannetos recommends using a texture spray âto create movement and prevent the hair from looking flat.â
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âOval faces can pull off basically any style, but a blunt, chin-length bob highlights their facial symmetry naturally and beautifully,â notes Giannetos. A sleek center part will make your eyes the focal point.
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âStyling is all about maintaining a polished texture that holds the shape and keeps the lines of the cut,â says Reid. âLength, shape, texture, and volume have to be in concert at all times.â Lucy Haleâs architectural bob takes each of the stylistâs points into account.
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A bixie (thatâs a bob and a pixie combined!) emphasizes a defined jawline, while a slide part brings cheekbones into focus. A matte pomade completes thos look by keeping every hair slicked neatly in place.
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Tucking an extra-short cut behind your ears gives off a playful, boyish vibe. Meanwhile, a flyaway-free finish and immaculate center part convey elegance and sophistication.
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A deep side part gives Jennifer Hudsonâs blunt-cut bob an asymmetrical edge. To keep your parting just as crisp and frizz-free, reach for a styling product.
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âWavy to coily textures cut at the chin will need detailed customization like layering, blunt lines, graduation, and face-framing to ensure the shape is not bulky or frizzy,â says Reid. Once youâve mastered the cut, a lightweight curl cream will give your hair hold and definition on days you choose to air-dry.
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Ayo Edebiriâs blunt cut keeps all the attention on her glowing smile and eye-catching fashion choices. To keep this cut looking its best, youâll need to schedule monthly trims.Â
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Eyebrow-skimming bangs and loose waves lend the bob French ingénue vibe. To keep bangs looking refreshed, choose a tinted dry shampoo that matches your hair color. As a bonus, a tinted formula makes strands appear fuller.
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Tousled waves and a deep side part allow golden highlights or a sun-kissed balayage to shine. Adding a texturizing paste creates an extra piece-y, edgy effect.
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For a night out, dress up your chin-length bob with Old Hollywood-inspired pin curls. Simply curl strands with a one-inch barrel, then pin them to your head as they cool before unpinning and setting with hairspray.Â
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A good flat-iron is essential if you want your bob to appear as sleek and stick-straight as Carey Mulliganâs. Not only will the heat tame flyaways, itâs also good for bumping the ends under or out, depending on the look youâre going for.
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âAs with curly {hair], debulking, channeling, graduation, and soft layering can help to avoid bulky-looking shapes,â explains Reid. For this look, youâll want to air-dry or diffuse your waves, switching between hot and cool shots of air to reduce frizz.
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A combination of hair oil and gel gives curls the hold they need to stay in place without sacrificing shine.
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If you love the look of beaded braids but arenât a fan of how heavy they are, consider this short braided style. The cropped length keeps the style lightweight and low-maintenance.
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Saoirse Ronan is ethereal as ever in a blunt cut with a side part. Loose waves frame and add volume to her face shape.Â
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Face-framing layers carve out Sarah Paulsonâs cheekbones and add movement to her cut, while the rounded shape brings softness to her chin and jawline.
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Extra volume at the crown gives Taraji P. Hensonâs bob a regal vibe, while a flash of blonde highlights adds edginess. For similar lift at the roots, part your hair to the side opposite your usual and finish with a volumizing spray.
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A wet look isnât just a style statement. Since it calls for plenty of conditioning oil, it nurtures your hair while youâre out and about.Â
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Pairing short, voluminous curls with a sleek center part dances the line between carefree and clean-girl. A curl cream helps define every ringlet.Â
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For a softer, more romantic look, Edebiri styled her chin-length hair in a deep side part with soft, bouncy curls. This look oozes old Hollywood glamour.