Aimee Lou Wood calls her new bob “life changing” — and we can see why

There are haircuts that look good in a photo, and then there are haircuts that make you feel more like yourself. Aimee Lou Wood says her new bob falls firmly into the second camp.

Pic credit Aimee Lou Wood Instagram

The Sex Education actress revealed her cut on Instagram, crediting hairstylist George Northwood. She called it “life changing” because, when she looked in the mirror, she recognised herself more. She also described it as feeling “French Oui Oui Amelie”. That is a rather lovely brief for a haircut.

What does her bob look like?

In the photo, Aimee’s brunette hair sits around jaw length, with a softly defined shape and ends that flick out instead of curling neatly under. A sweeping side part adds movement across the front. It has the clean outline of a bob, but the finish feels relaxed and lived in.

The Amélie reference captures the playful, French-film mood, though this is Aimee’s own version - without copying the character’s short fringe.

Why this cut feels so good

A bob changes the outline of your hair immediately: it reveals the neck, brings attention to the face and gives the ends a fuller-looking shape. But Aimee’s caption makes a more interesting point. The best haircut isn’t always the one that makes you look different. Sometimes it’s the one that makes the person in the mirror feel familiar again.

That is why a reference photo is only the start of a good consultation. We also need to know how you want to feel wearing the cut. Polished? Playful? A little undone? Able to get ready in ten minutes? Those answers help shape the length and finish as much as the photograph does.

How to ask for Aimee’s bob

Bring the photo to your next appointment and ask for a jaw-length bob with a soft outline and enough movement for the ends to flick out. Show us where you’d like the length to fall on your face, and discuss whether a side part works with your natural growth pattern.

Be honest about your hair’s texture and how much styling you enjoy. On some hair, this shape may air-dry beautifully; on others, it will need a quick blow-dry or a little work on the ends. If you still want to tie your hair back, say so before the first cut: a few centimetres can make all the difference.

The at-home finishing touch

You don’t need to make every strand curve in the same direction. Try drying your roots for lift, then use a brush to turn a few ends gently away from your face. Leave some pieces alone for that easy, imperfect finish. A small amount of light styling product through the ends can add separation; start sparingly so the bob keeps its movement.

Three steps to grow out a bob according to the experts

When you're growing out your hair it can feel painstakingly slow, and there's nothing worse than that in between stage when you feel like you're neither one style nor another.

The thing is, there is no single product that will make your hair grow quicker (sorry, we wish there was!). But there are certain things you can do which will get your hair in great condition to help it grow.

Step one: Stop towel drying your hair

If you wrap your hair into a bath towel turban after washing, stop! This causes hair to break and towel rubbing it dry causes even more damage. Instead invest in a microfibre hair wrap like this, which is more gentle on the follicles and also helps to de-frizz at the same time.

Step two: Treat your hair with some TLC

Try and exfoliating shampoo to properly cleanse your hair and strengthen it against breakage. We like this one from L'Oreal Paris. A rich argan-oil based conditioner like this will also keep your locks in good condition.

Step three: Cut your hair every six to eight weeks

We know this sounds scary and counterproductive to someone growing their hair, but regular trims will give your follicles a boost and help with your game-term plan to have long, luscious locks. Book your next appointment by calling us on 01865 553725 or clicking here.

How to grow out a bob

When you're growing out your hair it can feel painstakingly slow, and there's nothing worse than that in between stage when you feel like you're neither one style nor another.

The thing is, there is no single product that will make your hair grow quicker (sorry, we wish there was!). But there are certain things you can do which will get your hair in great condition to help it grow:

Treat your hair with some TLC

Try and exfoliating shampoo to properly cleanse your hair and strengthen it against breakage. We like this one from L'Oreal Paris. A rich argan-oil based conditioner like this will also keep your locks in good condition.

Cut your hair every six - eight weeks

We know this sounds scary and counterproductive to someone growing their hair, but regular trims will give your follicles a boost and help with your game-term plan to have long, luscious locks . Book your next appointment by calling us on 01865 553725 or clicking here.

Stop towel drying your hair

If you wrap your hair into a bath towel turban after washing, stop! This causes hair to break, and towel rubbing it dry causes even more damage. Instead invest in a microfibre hair wrap like this, which is more gentle on the follicles and also helps to de-frizz at the same time.

Expert secrets to growing out a short bob

When you're growing out your hair it can feel painstakingly slow, and there's nothing worse than that in between stage when you feel like you're neither one style nor another.

The thing is, there is no single product that will make your hair grow quicker (sorry, we wish there was!). But there are certain things you can do which will get your hair in great condition to help it grow:

Stop towel drying your hair

If you wrap your hair into a bath towel turban after washing, stop! This causes hair to break, and towel rubbing it dry causes even more damage. Instead invest in a microfibre hair wrap like this, which is more gentle on the follicles and also helps to de-frizz at the same time.

Treat your hair with some TLC

Try and exfoliating shampoo to properly cleanse your hair and strengthen it against breakage. We like this one from L'Oreal Paris. A rich argan-oil based conditioner like this will also keep your locks in good condition.

Cut your hair every six - eight weeks

We know this sounds scary and counterproductive to someone growing their hair, but regular trims will give your follicles a boost and help with your game-term plan to have long, luscious locks . Book your next appointment by calling us on 01865 553725 or clicking here.

How to grow out a short bob

When you're growing out your hair it can feel painstakingly slow, and there's nothing worse than that in between stage when you feel like you're neither one style nor another.

The thing is, there is no single product that will make your hair grow quicker (sorry, we wish there was!). But there are certain things you can do which will get your hair in great condition to help it grow:

Treat your hair with some TLC

Try and exfoliating shampoo to properly cleanse your hair and strengthen it against breakage. We like this one from L'Oreal Paris. A rich argan-oil based conditioner like this will also keep your locks in good condition.

Cut your hair every six - eight weeks

We know this sounds scary and counterproductive to someone growing their hair, but regular trims will give your follicles a boost and help with your game-term plan to have long, luscious locks . Book your next appointment by calling us on 01865 553725 or clicking here.

Stop towel drying your hair

If you wrap your hair into a bath towel turban after washing, stop! This causes hair to break, and towel rubbing it dry causes even more damage. Instead invest in a microfibre hair wrap like this, which is more gentle on the follicles and also helps to de-frizz at the same time.