Trends come and go, but a signature hairstyle can last forever. As in, with regular cuts. We’d go so far as to call these easy-to-maintain cuts ‘timeless’. Plus, as they’re low maintenance, you’ll basically look like you’ve just left the salon even if you’ve barely lifted a finger.
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1 The pixie cut
Somehow, the pixie crop manages to be both rebellious and classic at the same time. The style has been gracing A-list heads since Audrey Hepburn wore it in the film Roman Holiday in the 1950s. Best of all, it's as low-maintenance as it gets – just add a bit of gel for texture.
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2 The sleek-and-chic bob
Rock the effortless French glamour look with a blunt bob. All you'll need is a Breton top and red lipstick and you'll look as though you're headed to the hippest bars on the French Riviera… OK, we're daydreaming again. To shake up this look, add a spritz of salt spray for Biarritz-style beach waves. (Yep – in our heads, we're soaking up the rays in southern France). More bobs this way.
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3 Past the shoulders, with layers
Not the snappiest name, but this cut makes up for it in style. Soft layers add body and frame the face, so you'll look polished and pristine with just a little blowdrying. Simpler styles like this tend to suit the majority of us. Plus, they're easy to jazz up if you fancy a radical change – did someone say unicorn hair?
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4 The lob
Also known as the 'long bob'. The name for this style may be new(ish), but the style itself has been gracing the hair of the glitterati for decades. Whether you wear it curled with hot rollers or go for bleached waves, the shoulder-length version of the classic bob is as versatile as it is low-maintenance. Tick, tick.
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5 Long with a blunt fringe
Refresh your look instantly by adding a blunt fringe. If your hair's long, play around with glamorous up-dos, and it's even more striking when it's worn down. Throw in some loose curls to give the style a feminine twist, or straighten for the kind of businesslike sophistication that would make your mum's eyes water with pride.
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FAQs
Which haircuts are considered easy to maintain?
Timeless styles like the pixie cut, sleek-and-chic bob, lob, and layered hair past the shoulders are all easy to maintain. These cuts require minimal daily styling so you can look salon-fresh with little effort.
How do you style a pixie cut for an everyday look?
A pixie cut is very low-maintenance—simply add a little gel to give texture. This cut is both bold and classic, requiring minimal effort to look polished and put together all day.
What makes the sleek-and-chic bob a popular choice?
The sleek-and-chic bob offers effortless French glamour and works well for most face shapes. With a simple blunt cut, you can use salt spray for beach waves or keep it straight for a more classic look.
How can you change the look of long hair with a blunt fringe?
Adding a blunt fringe instantly refreshes long hair, making it look even more striking whether worn up or down. You can add loose curls for a softer appearance or straighten it for a sophisticated, businesslike style.
What is the difference between a bob and a lob?
A bob is typically cut at or above the chin, while a lob—short for ‘long bob’—falls around the shoulders. Both are versatile, but the lob offers more styling options like curls or waves and remains just as easy to maintain.