12 Riviera Bob Hair Ideas to Show Your Hairstylist

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!”