A-Line Bob The A-line bob — also called the "graduated" or inverted bob, depending on how dramatically the cut follows the occipital bone in the back of the head to create a wedge shape — features hair that is longer in the front and shorter in the back, with a V-line that hits the nape of the neck. "This is softly layered as well for motion and movement," said master hairstylist Warren Tricomi. Image Source: Getty / TheStewartofNY