When old friends Kate Mara and Olivia Wilde bumped into each other at a NYFW event hosted by Tiffany’s, neither could guess they’d be accidentally twinning in the hair department. Potential faux pas? Not for these stylistas. Showing up to the event rocking near identical ‘do’s, Olivia jokingly tweeted later that evening: ‘When you roll up to the party with your new look and it turns out you just single white femaled your friend you haven’t seen in a year…’
Mara and Wilde are the latest celebrities to adopt this platinum, root-y, grown out ‘grunge bob.’ Taylor Swift, Diane Kruger and Girls star Jemima Kirke may have got there first but man do these two ladies wear it well. Especially Olivia who made the jump from deep brunette to white blonde (hence the roots) in order to pull this look off. With a deliberately un-finished edge and raw attitude, it’s best described as Debbie Harry meets Gwen Stefani. And what could be cooler than that?
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What is the grunge bob hairstyle?
The grunge bob is a platinum, root-visible, and grown-out bob haircut with a deliberately unfinished edge and raw attitude. It combines an edgy look with a relaxed finish, taking inspiration from style icons like Debbie Harry and Gwen Stefani.
Who are some celebrities known for wearing the grunge bob?
Celebrities such as Kate Mara, Olivia Wilde, Taylor Swift, Diane Kruger, and Jemima Kirke have been seen wearing the grunge bob. This look is especially striking when someone makes a dramatic color change, like Olivia Wilde did by bleaching from deep brunette to white blonde.
Can you have dark roots with platinum blonde hair?
Yes, having visible dark roots with platinum blonde hair is part of the grunge bob’s signature style. This hairstyle embraces the contrast, creating a lived-in, effortless vibe popular among style-forward people.
How would you describe the attitude of the grunge bob?
The grunge bob projects a raw, unfinished attitude that stands out for its cool, easygoing edge. This look is all about breaking traditional beauty rules and channeling both confidence and individuality.
Why do people refer to the grunge bob as similar to Debbie Harry or Gwen Stefani?
People use Debbie Harry and Gwen Stefani as references because the grunge bob fuses their bold hair colors with a carefree, rebellious aesthetic. This combination creates a style that is both nostalgic and modern in its appeal.