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2016 beauty is having a moment again—and this time, we’re doing it right. From ombré hair and textured bobs to soft-glam makeup and statement nails, the trends we once loved are being reworked with a lighter touch for 2026. Call it nostalgia with better technique: proof that 2016 was onto something all along.

At the 2026 GRAMMY Awards, hair was expressive and tied to each artist’s overall look. From soft, undone texture to sculpted structure and high-gloss finishes, the night’s standout styles balanced polish with personality. Keep reading for the exact hair breakdowns behind the most talked-about looks from the red carpet and stage–with steps and tips from the celebrity stylists themselves.

The bob continues to prove its staying power—not by repeating itself, but by evolving. In 2026, bob haircuts feel more intentional than ever: sharper where needed, softer where it counts, and deeply personal in how they’re worn. Whether polished or air-dried, sculptural or lived-in, this year’s bobs are about choosing a shape that works with your hair, not against it.

Below, an edit of the bob styles shaping the moment.