The bob hairstyle is "in" these days. In fact, many celebrities have been parading their bob hairstyles like Katie Holmes, Victoria Beckham and Nicole Ritchie. Indeed, bobs are getting their way back into the fashion world and are fast becoming a trend.

Bobs have actually been around for many decades. This started during the 20s when women became more liberated. During this era, women became more daring and they expressed themselves in many ways including cutting their hair short.

Those with bobs tended to be more confident because of its stylish and sophisticated look. In this era, this hairstyle is a way for women to show that they can be considered equal to men and to show that they take pride in the new freedom that they are enjoying.

Today, bobs are still very much in vogue, although their connection with freedom might be remote. Are you thinking of getting a bob hairstyle? Here are a few celebrities who wear them and pick out a few ideas.

Katie Holmes Bob Hairstyle

There are two things that you should be thinking about if you want to get her bob hairstyle. To achieve your desired look, you need to have a really straight hair, so if you have curls or waves, you can have them straightened in a salon or by using a hair iron yourself.

You can instruct your stylist to cut your hair along the length of your jaw. Your hair should look like its hugging your face from your jaw upwards. Make sure that you have your hair layered to the shape of your face and the back part should be a little shorter.

Gwyneth Paltrow Bob hairstyle

Gwyneth has a squarish jawline so if you have the same facial structure, this can look good on you, too. Long bobs can be flattering to all facial structures and you can try it by having your hair straightened first (if you have waves or curls) before getting it cut shoulder length or enough that it touches your clavicle.

Nicole Ritchie Bob Hairstyle

Nicole's long bob with sweet side swept bangs looks good on all facial shapes. To get it, have your hairstylist cut your hair up to the base of your neck. Your bangs which should be eye-level should be swept to one side.

Chelsea Hobbs Bob Hairstyle

Her hairstyle is similar to Katie's but she her bangs isn't thick and it has less volume, her hair is also softer on the edges. Her hair has subtle layering with the length just below the jaw line.

Don't think that because only celebrities are wearing this hairstyle, you can't pull this one off yourself. So go and get the best bob for you.